Visit Palmeira Mansions in Hove

Palmeira Mansions

Tour the grand and elaborate interior of a beautiful Victorian building and pick up insights into the lives of the wealthy residents who used to live here.

Step inside Number 33 Palmeira Mansions, a large 19th-century terrace home filled with its original Victorian fixtures and fittings. Visit magnificent rooms lavishly decorated in marble, stained glass and elaborate fireplaces.

Palmeira Mansions is one of two south-facing terraces of four-story houses. On one corner is Number 33, purchased by Arthur William Mason in 1889. The wealthy ink company owner used his fortune to furnish the property with an opulent and eclectic collection of art and furniture.

Mason lived in the stately residence from 1889 until his death in 1940. Today, 33 Palmeira Mansions is home to the English Language Centre, a non-profit educational foundation for international students. The other buildings on the street now house private apartments and offices.

There are several opportunities to tour Number 33, which isn’t always open to the public. It is possible to pre-book private tours on weekends as well as weekday afternoons and evenings. You can also visit during May as part of the festivities of the annual Brighton Fringe and regular tours take place on the first Sunday of the month.

Take a moment to admire the building’s façade, which consists of stucco over brick. Look over the ground floor’s Doric porches, featuring rusticated columns and half-glazed doors. On the floor above is a decorative cast-iron balustrade.

Once inside, there are lots of beautiful features to see. They include carved mahogany doors, marble inlaid walls, stained glass windows, parquet floors and a marble staircase. Study the extravagant Moorish-style ceiling and see large areas of lincrusta, a type of deeply embossed wallpaper. Examine the ornate over-mantels decorating the home’s fireplaces.

Number 33 Palmeira Mansions is located on the corner of Salisbury Road and Church Road, opposite the Floral Clock. Use local bus services to get there or take the car. If driving, you’ll find car parks for a fee nearby, as well as some street parking, also for a fee. There is an admission fee to tour the building.

Guide to Exploring around Palmeira Mansions

Brighton Museum and Art Gallery

Peruse the fine art collections and learn about the history of this progressive seaside city through this museum’s pictures and displays.

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Preston Park

Get a closer look at some of the world’s oldest elm trees at this spacious park where concerts and fairs take place.

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Brighton Royal Pavilion

An eye-catching mix of Asian motifs and royal grandeur, this palace is one of the most magnificent buildings in the United Kingdom.

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Preston Manor

See the eerie garden ruins and the pet graveyard of this supposedly haunted 13th-century house that was once the center of Edwardian society.

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Bodiam Castle

Explore the interior of a 14th-century castle and look out across the Sussex countryside from the top of an ancient tower.

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Booth Museum of Natural History

Bring the whole family to this fun and educational site, where you can learn about bizarre animals and see over 650 brightly colored butterflies.

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Brighton Pier

Enjoy fun-filled hours at this Brighton attraction, home to fairground rides, amusement arcades and classic seaside snacks.

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Brighton Dome

Watch a dramatic performance, a classical music display or a modern dance show in these historic buildings that once housed the royal family’s horses.

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Brighton Sea Life Centre

Discover fascinating creatures from the world’s oceans and rainforests and learn about wildlife conservation programs at this seafront aquarium.

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Brighton Clock Tower

While the rest of the city has grown around it, this timekeeper stands tall, as an ever-present reminder of the Victorian Age.

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Brighton Beach

Visit this famous spot on the Sussex coast, where you can enjoy waterside activities during the day and an energetic nightlife after dark.

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Brighton Marina

Take a leisurely stroll around this remarkable port, where houses and apartments stand alongside moorings for impressive ships and yachts.

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Brighton Centre

From rock and pop concerts to children’s entertainment and sports tournaments, this is one of the most popular live event venues in Brighton.

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Jurys Inn Brighton NT$2,128

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Jurys Inn Brighton

101 Stroudley Road, Brighton, England

4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

Located in Brighton City Centre, this eco-friendly hotel is within a 15-minute walk of North Laine, Brighton Museum and Art Gallery, and Brighton Dome. Churchill Square Shopping Centre and Brighton Royal Pavilion are also within 1 mi (2 km). Brighton Station is 5 minutes by foot and Brighton London Road Station is 14 minutes.

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The Grand Brighton

97-99 King's Road, Brighton, England

4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

Located in Seafront, this beachfront hotel is in the city center, just steps from Brighton Centre, Brighton Beach, and Churchill Square Shopping Centre. Brighton Pier and British Airways i360 are also within 10 minutes. Brighton Station is 13 minutes by foot and Brighton London Road Station is 28 minutes.

Hilton Brighton Metropole NT$2,855

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Hilton Brighton Metropole

Kings Road, East Sussex, Brighton, England

4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

Nestled on the beach, this Seafront hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Churchill Square Shopping Centre and Brighton Beach. Brighton Pier and Brighton Royal Pavilion are also within 15 minutes. Brighton Station is 14 minutes by foot and Brighton London Road Station is 29 minutes.

Kings Hotel NT$2,360

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Kings Hotel

139-141 Kings Road, Brighton, England

3.0 out of 5.0 Stars

With direct access to the beach, this Seafront hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Regency Square, Brighton Beach, and British Airways i360. Brighton Centre and Churchill Square Shopping Centre are also within 10 minutes. Brighton Station is 18 minutes by foot.

Royal Albion Hotel NT$1,265

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Royal Albion Hotel

35 Old Steine, Brighton, England

3.0 out of 5.0 Stars

Located in Seafront, this beachfront hotel is in the city center, just steps from Brighton Sea Life Centre, Brighton Beach, and Brighton Pier. Brighton Royal Pavilion and Brighton Museum and Art Gallery are also within 10 minutes. Brighton Station is 16 minutes by foot and Brighton London Road Station is 25 minutes.

Langfords Hotel NT$1,752

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Langfords Hotel

8-16 Third Avenue, Hove, England

3.0 out of 5.0 Stars

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Palmeira Mansions, Hove Museum and Art Gallery, and Brighton Beach. Brighton Centre and British Airways i360 are also within 1 mi (2 km). Hove Station is 15 minutes by foot and Hove Aldrington Station is 27 minutes.

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The Imperial Hotel

First Avenue, Hove, England

3.0 out of 5.0 Stars

Situated in Hove, this beach hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Palmeira Mansions and Brighton Beach. Hove Museum and Art Gallery and Brighton Centre are also within 1 mi (2 km). Hove Station is 19 minutes by foot and Brighton Station is 29 minutes.

The Brighton Hotel NT$2,076

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The Brighton Hotel

143-145 Kings Road, Brighton, England

3.0 out of 5.0 Stars

Located in Seafront, this beach hotel is within a 5-minute walk of British Airways i360 and Brighton Beach. Brighton Centre and Churchill Square Shopping Centre are also within 15 minutes. Brighton Station is 19 minutes by foot and Hove Station is 29 minutes.

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