European hostel group Safestay has received planning approval to develop a 170-bed hostel in Brighton.
The planning approval follows the group’s June 2024 acquisition of the freehold property on Pavilion Parade for £2.275 million.
Set over five storeys, the building is a Grade II listed, Regency-style end of terrace property spanning 15,300 sq ft. It is ideally situated in the centre of Brighton, 600 metres from the Brighton seafront and opposite the Royal Pavilion, a former regency palace and one of Brighton’s most popular tourist destinations. It is also within close range of The Lanes, the city’s vibrant shopping and leisure district.
Larry Lipman, chairman of Safestay, said: “We’re delighted to have obtained planning approval to convert our Brighton location into a 170-bed hostel.
“Once operational, the site will create approximately 20 new jobs in the area as well as making a significant contribution to the local economy by enabling potentially thousands more visitors a week to stay in one of Brighton’s most vibrant and commercial areas.
“Brighton is an amazing city, attracting millions of visitors throughout the year, making it a perfect fit for Safestay’s strategy of building its portfolio offering fantastic, highly affordable accommodation in premium locations across some of Europe’s most vibrant travel locations.
“We have a proven track record of acquiring and developing hostels across Europe to create value. Our Edinburgh Cowgate hostel which opened in 2024 following refurbishment has performed incredibly well, proving hugely popular with visitors to the city looking for safe, welcoming, and great value accommodation. I am very confident that Safestay Brighton will be another fantastic addition to the Group’s portfolio, and I can’t wait for us to begin to welcome visitors in early 2026.”
Safestay will invest approximately £1.0 million in the conversion of the property, with the hostel anticipated to open in early 2026.
