Construction starts on a Brighton hotel

26 October 2022

CField Construction has broken ground on a Brighton hotel on behalf of developer and investor Topland.

The 221-bed venue, which will be operated by Dalata Hotel Group under its Maldron brand, is part of a wider Topland-owned hospitality scheme at Brighton's seafront.

The site also includes the 323-bed Hilton Brighton Metropole, which is currently undergoing refurbishment. Topland's total commitment to the Brighton projects will be in excess of £55m.

The standalone will retain a series of grade II-listed facades and include a bar and dining facilities, an open courtyard at ground level along with cycle storage.

The development, due to complete in 2024, reaffirms Topland's commitment to the wider UK hospitality sector having recently provided a £16.5m lending facility secured against the LaLiT Hotel in Tower Bridge through its structured finance division.

William Davies, director in the asset management team at Topland Group, said: "Alongside the major refurbishment underway at the adjacent Metropole, this new hotel will breathe new life into the Brighton seafront and provide a high-quality guest experience that will ultimately drive local growth.

"We're looking forward to partnering with Dalata on a long lease basis as we continue to support a range of operators and the re-emergence of the hospitality sector following the pandemic."

Sol Zakay, chairman and chief executive of Topland Group, added: "The significant capital involved in this project, coupled with the strength of our structured finance division, highlights our commitment to the UK hospitality sector despite current headwinds."