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Amsterdam Hotel, 12 Marine Parade, Brighton, BN2 1TL

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£2,800,000

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Christie & Co, Hotels
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Key features

  • 24 ensuite bedrooms
  • Iconic seafront location
  • Operated under management
  • Large bar (currently let separately)
  • T/o 12 months ending January 2024 £687,493
  • EPC: B - Opportunity to develop food & beverage - 3 Staff bedrooms
  • Christie & Co Ref: 8846288

Description

Description

With 24 ensuite bedrooms of different styles and sizes, and all equipped with modern amenities, the hotel is ideal for weekend retreats, romantic getaways, and families as a base for exploring the area.

Location

Brighton, a lively coastal city in East Sussex, sits along England’s South Coast, offering stunning views of the English Channel.

Known for its rich culture and historical landmarks, it attracts both tourists and locals with its energetic atmosphere. The city boasts a variety of cultural and recreational spots including The Lanes, the Royal Pavilion, Brighton Centre, Brighton Pier, and its famous beachfront.

Brighton Railway Station provides direct services to London Victoria, London Bridge, and London Blackfriars, along with frequent links to Gatwick Airport (approximately 30 minutes away), Portsmouth, and Bristol. Situated near the A23, Brighton enjoys direct road access to London with connections via the M23 to the broader motorway network including the M25. Meanwhile, the A27 runs along the southern coast ensuring easy travel to nearby coastal towns and regions. For air travel, Gatwick Airport is just a 30-minute train ride away and serves as the nearest major international airport offering both domestic and international flights. London Heathrow Airport is also accessible, approximately 1.5 hours away by train.

The hotel is situated on Brighton Seafront with stunning sea views.

Internal Details

The hotel is approached from street level which leads to the main reception area. From here there is lift access to all bar one floor and stairs to all with access to:

Lounge room
Breakfast/dining room
Bar (privately operated but accessed internally from the hotel)
Guest toilets

Further access to ancillary areas such as the staff bedrooms, kitchen, laundry and various store areas.

Fixtures & Fittings

All fixtures, fittings and furnishings are to be included within the sale, save for any personal effects of the owner.

Letting Accommodation

The hotel has 24 ensuite bedrooms set over four floors. The hotel caters for tourists, families, and coach parties and has a selection of single, twins, doubles and family rooms.

Many bedrooms have sea views, and some have balconies.

External Details

Parking is available on-street and within local town centre car parks.

Owner's Accommodation

On the lower ground floor there are three studio rooms for owners or as staff accommodation.

There is potential for this accommodation to be converted into additional letting bedrooms/suites subject to obtaining the appropriate statutory consents.

The Opportunity

The current owner has run the business for c. 40 years and is now looking to retire.

The hotel sits in one of the most prominent locations on Brighton seafront and offers food and beverage facilities to the ground floor and bedroom accommodation to the upper floors.

The bar operation is held on a 'service agreement' under a licence.

Following the first 12 months of the Agreement, the Company may terminate the Agreement on six months’ notice to the Provider in the event of a sale of the freehold of the Hotel.

The freeholder receives an income from the bar operator in respect to the 'Service Agreement', the 12 month period to end of January 2024, the fees and recharges amounted to £99,207.

Staff

All staff to transfer on completion.

Trading Information

Financial Statements for the 12 months ending 31 January 2024 show net turnover of £573,274. Please note, this turnover relates to accommodation income only, with additional income from parking permits and 'Bar Fees' and recharges of £114,219.

Tenure

Freehold

Business Rates

Current rateable value (1 April 2023 to present) is £56,000.

Energy Performance Certificates

EPC 1

Brochures

Amsterdam Hotel, 12 Marine Parade, Brighton, BN2 1TL

NEAREST STATIONS

Distances are straight line measurements from the centre of the postcode
  • Brighton Station0.7 miles
  • London Road (Brighton) Station1.2 miles
  • Hove Station1.9 miles

About Christie & Co, Hotels

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