Hove is Brighton's calmer neighbour: wide seafront lawns, grand Regency squares and streets of family houses, with the centre of Brighton a short walk or bus ride away. That mix attracts a different kind of guest from central Brighton, and it suits some homes particularly well.
What could your home earn?
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Key takeaways
- Hove suits families, longer stays and business visitors.
- Homes with space and parking earn the most.
- Check the lease carefully in converted Regency houses.
- Much of Hove has controlled parking, so tell guests before they arrive.
- Quiet residential streets mean house rules and a local contact matter.
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Who stays in Hove?
- Families, who want space, quieter streets and the beach without the crowds of central Brighton.
- Couples on longer breaks, who like being near the sea with Brighton close by.
- Business and medical visitors, who often stay for weeks. For longer stays, see our guide to monthly stays.
- Visiting family, for weddings, graduations and holidays.
Which Hove homes do well?
Homes with space do best in Hove: two- and three-bedroom flats and houses, especially within walking distance of the seafront or Hove station. Outside space, parking and a well-equipped kitchen matter more here than in the centre of Brighton, because guests tend to stay longer and cook more.
Can you short-let a flat in a Regency house?
Many Hove flats are in converted Regency and Victorian houses, especially around Brunswick Town and the squares near the seafront. These often come with older leases that include a "private residence" clause, which can rule out short stays. Read our guide: Can you short-let a leasehold flat? Some buildings are also listed, which affects any work, including fire safety upgrades.
What do guests love about Hove?
Put Hove's strengths in your listing: the long seafront lawns and rows of beach huts, the cafés and independent shops on George Street and Church Road, and a beach that's usually far less crowded than Brighton's. Families especially value being able to walk to the sea without the crowds of the pier.
How does parking work in Hove?
Much of Hove has controlled parking. Tell guests clearly where they can park and how to pay before they arrive, and never give out resident permits meant for your own use. See our guide to Airbnb rules in Brighton.
How do you keep Hove neighbours happy?
Hove's residential streets are quieter than central Brighton, so noise travels and neighbours notice. A no-parties rule, clear bin instructions and a local contact who answers the phone keep neighbours on side.
Frequently asked questions
Is Hove good for Airbnb?
Yes, particularly for families, longer stays and business visitors.
Which homes earn most in Hove?
Two and three-bedroom flats and houses near the seafront or Hove station.
Can I Airbnb a flat in a Regency house in Hove?
Check the lease first. Older leases often include a private residence clause that can rule out short stays.
Is there parking in Hove?
Much of Hove has controlled parking. Tell guests where they can park and how to pay.
What do guests love about Hove?
The seafront lawns and beach huts, George Street and Church Road, and a calmer beach than central Brighton.
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