Birthdays, reunions, stag dos, hen parties, or just because—group getaways create the best memories. Here's our guide to accommodation that fits everyone comfortably without compromising on quality.
There's something magical about gathering your favourite people in one place. No splitting across hotels, no coordinating restaurant bookings, no one missing the late-night conversations because they're staying elsewhere. Group accommodation transforms trips from logistics exercises into proper shared experiences.
What Groups Actually Need
This seems obvious but matters more than people expect. Eight adults in a cramped space creates friction within hours. Generous living areas, multiple bathrooms, and outdoor options (balconies, gardens) let everyone breathe.
Downtime happens. Weather turns. Energy levels vary. Properties with games tables, quality entertainment systems, and activity options keep everyone engaged without constant departing for external entertainment.
Cooking together is bonding. Full kitchens with proper equipment, dishwashers, and space for multiple cooks transform meal preparation from chore to activity. Plus the economics work—feeding twelve in restaurants is shockingly expensive.
Not all groups comprise couples. Singles, children, and varying preferences need options. Proper beds (not just sofa beds), bedroom configurations that work, and privacy where possible.
Groups often mean multiple cars. Nothing sours a trip faster than parking stress. Free included parking removes a genuine friction point.
Our Top Group Properties
Our largest Brighton property delivers everything groups need:
The Highlights:
- Three bedrooms accommodating up to 12 guests
- Pool table—the ultimate group entertainment
- Stunning sea views (seriously, they're exceptional)
- Fully equipped kitchen with everything you'd want
- Free parking included
- Coffee maker for morning recoveries
Perfect For:
- Birthday celebrations
- Family reunions
- Hen/stag weekends wanting something beyond Brighton's party scene
- Friend groups catching up
The combination of space, views, and entertainment makes this property special. The pool table alone justifies the choice—endless competitive entertainment that brings everyone together.
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Central Brighton with serious entertainment credentials:
The Highlights:
- Two bedrooms, two bathrooms (no morning queue nightmares)
- Multi-game table: pool, ping pong, air hockey
- Smart TVs throughout
- Five minutes to the beach and nightlife
- Free parking included
Perfect For:
- Smaller groups wanting central action
- Competitive friend groups (that games table gets used)
- City weekend vibes with space to recover
The location balances accessibility with comfort—you're in the thick of things but can retreat to genuine space.
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The Lanes location with added amenities:
The Highlights:
- Two bedrooms, two bathrooms
- In The Lanes—Brighton's best location
- Welcome breakfast and wine included
- Free secure parking with lift access
- Walking distance to everything
Perfect For:
- Foodie groups (you're surrounded by restaurants)
- Couples traveling together
- Special occasions wanting a celebratory start
The welcome amenities set the tone immediately—arrive to provisions rather than needing to shop first.
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Planning Group Stays
Popular dates (bank holidays, summer weekends, New Year) require months of advance booking for larger properties. The bigger your group, the earlier you should commit.
Larger properties per-person often cost less than individual hotel rooms. Calculate properly—include the savings from shared cooking, shared parking, and shared spaces.
Groups benefit from basic agreements: cleaning contributions, quiet hours, kitchen etiquette. Not because problems are inevitable, but because clarity prevents them.
Have some shared activities planned but leave unscheduled time. Forced fun creates resentment; natural hangout time creates memories.
Beyond Brighton
Both Watford properties sleep five—suitable for smaller groups or families:
- Harry Potter Studios pilgrimage groups
- London-visiting friend groups sharing costs
- Multi-generational family gatherings
Sleeps five with flexible zip-link beds:
- Contractor teams working together
- Friends attending Leicester events
- Diwali celebration groups
Group Activities by Location
- Beach days and pier visits
- South Downs hiking
- The Lanes exploration and shopping
- Nightlife in North Laine
- Escape rooms and bowling
- Harry Potter Studios (book early!)
- Cassiobury Park picnics
- The Grove spa day
- St Albans day trip
- Golden Mile foodie tours
- Leicester City matches
- Diwali celebrations (October)
- Richard III heritage trail
The Group Trip Advantage
Hotels scatter friends across floors and buildings. Serviced apartments gather everyone together. You share breakfast. You debrief evenings together. You create stories that become inside jokes for years.
The right property isn't just accommodation—it's the venue for memories.
Browse our properties and start planning your group adventure.
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