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Former Langham Hotel, 2 York Road & 132 - 134 Western Road, Brighton, BN3 1DL

Guide Price
£1,750,000

Business rates & charges may apply

Christie & Co, Hotels
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Hotel for sale

Key features

  • Redevelopment for 15 letting bedrooms
  • 3 x Ground floor retail investments
  • Close to all city centre amenities
  • Potential alternative uses upper parts STPP
  • Rare freehold investment/development
  • EPC: D - Site area: 0.045 acres
  • Christie & Co Ref: 3848022

Description

Description

The property comprises an end of terrace mixed-use building with three ground floor retail units (let), and vacant former hotel premises situated over first, second, and third floors.

The upper parts (former hotel) are accessed off York Road with the three retail units fronting onto Western Road.

The premises is currently laid out with 21 rooms and requires full refurbishment. The Seller has designed a scheme to provide 15 ensuite rooms with a reception area and staff accommodation.

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.

With excellent transport connections, Brighton is just an hour from Central London by train. Its proximity to the South Downs and scenic countryside makes it an ideal destination for those seeking both urban excitement and coastal charm. 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.

Value Add

1) Expand key facilities with the refurbishment of the former hotel accommodation
2) Refurbish the external elevations and improve the aesthetics of the building/opportunity
3) Attract new brands - Multiple brands have expressed interest in establishing a presence in Brighton

Letting Accommodation

The former hotel accommodation to the first, second and third floors requires full refurbishment.

Owner's Accommodation

There is no owner's accommodation on site.

The Opportunity

The property provides a unique prominent freehold hotel/Bed & Breakfast development/self catering opportunity.

The owners have received a full design scheme with associated development costings for the refurbishment of the hotel letting accommodation to provide 15 ensuite boutique bedrooms with additional staff accommodation.

Full details including plans and indictive development costs are available on request.

Development Potential

Redevelopment of the vacant first, second and third floors into 15 ensuite letting bedrooms.

The property may suit a variety of other uses including HMO/residential/self-catering accommodation/short let subject to obtaining the appropriate planning permissions.

Tenure

Freehold, subject to the occupational leases to the ground floor.

Tenancy

132 Western Road
Lease expiry: 31/01/2026
Annual rent: £16,500.00

133 Western Road
Lease expiry: 13/10/2039
Annual rent: £15,500.00

134 Western Road
Lease expiry: 31/03/2034
Annual rent: £14,000.00

TOTAL: £46,000 pa

Business Rates

134 Western Road: Rateable Value: £13,494
133 Western Road: Rateable Value: £14,891
132 Western Road: Rateable Value: £13,373

Regulatory

134 Western Road: EPC: C
133 Western Road: EPC: C
132 Western Road: EPC: D

Energy Performance Certificates

EPC 1

Brochures

Former Langham Hotel, 2 York Road & 132 - 134 Western Road, Brighton, BN3 1DL

NEAREST STATIONS

Distances are straight line measurements from the centre of the postcode
  • Brighton Station0.6 miles
  • Hove Station0.9 miles
  • London Road (Brighton) Station1.1 miles

About Christie & Co, Hotels

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