Hollingbury House is a student accommodation at 54 Hollingdean Road, Brighton BN2 4AA, in the lively Hollingdean area. It offers a genuine choice of en-suite rooms, studios, and one-bedroom apartments, as well as rooms in a 3-bed house, with all-inclusive bills and a cozy communal lounge. This guide covers the rooms, prices, location, amenities, the honest picture, and who Hollingbury House suits.
Hollingbury House
| Item | Details |
| Address | 54 Hollingdean Road, Brighton BN2 4AA |
| Room types | 3-bed house rooms, En-suite rooms, Studios, One-bedroom apartments |
| Distance to University of Brighton | About a 4-minute drive, 10-minute walk, or 15 minutes by public transport, depending on the source |
| Distance to Kings Brighton | About a 6-minute drive |
| Bills | All-inclusive (electricity, water, gas, high-speed Wi-Fi, contents insurance) |
The rooms and prices
Hollingbury House offers a genuine spread of room types: rooms within a shared 3-bed house, en-suite rooms with a private bathroom and shared kitchen, self-contained studios with a private kitchenette, and one-bedroom apartments for maximum independence. Every room comes with a comfortable double bed, study desk and chair, wardrobe, mirror, and generous storage. Rent is all-inclusive, covering electricity, water, gas, high-speed Wi-Fi, and contents insurance, so there are no hidden costs once you've moved in. Guide prices start from around £231 per week, so confirm current rates and room type at booking, since pricing and sizing vary across the different room categories.
Location and getting around
Hollingbury House sits at 54 Hollingdean Road in the lively Hollingdean area, with distance estimates to the University of Brighton varying by source, from around a 4-minute drive to a 10-minute walk or a 15-minute journey by public transport, so it's worth timing your actual commute before booking. Kings Brighton is about a 6-minute drive away. Sainsbury's, convenience stores, and a good spread of takeaway food, including burgers, pizza, and Chinese, are all close by, and London Road Brighton train station is about a 15-minute walk, connecting to London in under an hour. Direct bus links run to the University of Sussex too, and Brighton's beach, Brighton Pier, The Lanes, and Pavilion Gardens are all within reach for days off. My tip: reviews consistently praise the friendly, accommodating staff and the neighborhood's proximity to the high street's bars and restaurants, worth weighing against the slightly variable distance estimates to campus depending on how you plan to travel.
Amenities
- Cosy communal lounge with comfy sofas
- Games area with foosball and TV
- Study area
- Fully furnished rooms
- 24/7 support
- Contents insurance included
The honest picture
Hollingbury House's strengths are a genuinely wide choice of room types from shared house rooms to independent apartments, all-inclusive bills with no hidden costs, and consistently warm reviews for a friendly, helpful on-site team. The honest counterpoint: distance to the University of Brighton is quoted inconsistently across listing sites, ranging from a 4-minute drive to a 15-minute public transport journey, so it's worth checking the actual walking or transport time from the building to your specific department before assuming the shortest quoted figure applies to you. As always, confirm your specific room type and current price before booking.
Who Hollingbury House, Brighton, suits
Strong fit: students who want a genuine choice between shared house living, en-suite rooms, studios, and apartments under one roof; those who value all-inclusive bills with no hidden costs; and students who want easy bus links to both the University of Brighton and the University of Sussex.
Weaker fit: students who want a guaranteed short walk to the University of Brighton without checking transport options first; those who want the single cheapest room type without navigating several room categories.
For other options, browse student accommodation in Brighton and read how much student accommodation costs in the UK.
FAQs
Where is Hollingbury House in Brighton?
Hollingbury House is at 54 Hollingdean Road, Brighton BN2 4AA, in the Hollingdean area.
What room types does Hollingbury House offer?
Rooms in a 3-bed house, en-suite rooms, studios, and one-bedroom apartments.
How much is Hollingbury House, Brighton?
Guide prices start from around £231 per week, with rent fully inclusive of electricity, water, gas, Wi-Fi, and contents insurance.
What amenities does Hollingbury House have?
A cozy communal lounge, a games area with foosball, a study area, and 24/7 support.
How far is Hollingbury House from the University of Brighton?
Estimates vary from a 4-minute drive to a 15-minute public transport journey, depending on the source; check your specific commute.
Is Hollingbury House good for students?
Yes, it's a popular, well-reviewed hall known for its friendly staff and wide range of room types.
