Photo of Brighton Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Brighton Beach with turquoise water surface

Photo of Brighton Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Brighton Beach and the settlement

Photo of Brighton Beach surrounded by mountains

8.4

Very good

Brighton Beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Brighton Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Brighton Beach.There are 1 restaurants nearby.Brighton Beach Cafe is the closest place located 400 meters from the beach.

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Brighton Beach?

There are 17 places to stay in the Brighton Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Brighton Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=177276&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Bonnie Knights Motel Mosgiel</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=241601&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Bella Vista Motel Mosgiel</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=361373&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Apartments at St Clair</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5168284&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">The Old Sunday School</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8845868&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Stay in School by the Sea</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8733736&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">St Clair Beach Luxury with Sea Views</a></li></ul>

Brighton, New Zealand

#5 out of 30 in Otago

8.4

Very good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Protected from wind Sand bottom Perfect for swimming

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Located within the settlement

Brighton • 0.4 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Brighton Beach Cafe

8.8 - Excellent 240m

Park Otago

110m

Park Brighton Domain

170m

Park Brighton Recreation Reserve

170m

Park 1048 Brighton Road

240m

Park Dvo Garden Services

640m

Park Brighton Road

650m

Park Ocean View Recreation Reserve

890m

Park Otago

890m

Park Ocean View Recreation Reserve

1.5km

Playground Children's Playground

90m

Tourist Attraction Tunnel Beach

9.6km

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About

Brighton Beach is located on the South Pacific and it is in the 5th place out of 30 beaches in the Otago region The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a small bay with turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Brighton Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, toilets. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Westwood Recreation Beach, which has a rating of 8.3.

Brighton Beach is located in Otago within Brighton, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the coast of the South island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+12 ^o C +8 ^o C

Air temperature

7 M/S

Wind

+10 ^o C

Water temperature

3 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Brighton • 0.4 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Brighton Beach Cafe

8.8 - Excellent 240m

Park Otago

110m

Park Brighton Domain

170m

Park Brighton Recreation Reserve

170m

Park 1048 Brighton Road

240m

Park Dvo Garden Services

640m

Park Brighton Road

650m

Park Ocean View Recreation Reserve

890m

Park Otago

890m

Park Ocean View Recreation Reserve

1.5km

Playground Children's Playground

90m

Tourist Attraction Tunnel Beach

9.6km

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Located at nearest locality

Brighton • 13km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.8 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

1.3km 18 min walk

Westwood Recreation Beach Westwood Recreation Beach

8.3 Very good

7.3km

Blackhead Surfing Beach Blackhead Surfing Beach

7.8 Very good

13.5km

Saint Clair Beach Saint Clair Beach

7.8 Very good

16.9km

Taieri Mouth Beach Taieri Mouth Beach

7.8 Very good

17.9km

Smaills Beach Smaills Beach

7.8 Very good

22.2km

Boulder Beach Boulder Beach

6.9 Good

24.7km

Sandfly Bay Beach Sandfly Bay Beach

7.8 Very good

29.4km

Allans Beach Allans Beach

8.5 Excellent

Localities

Nearest

Brighton • 440m

Transport

Airport

DUD • 10.8km

Bus Station

Brighton Terminus • 1km

Train Station

Mosgiel Station • 6.8km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

8.4 Very good

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Average Reviews rating

8.4 Very good

Rochelle N

10 Exceptional

Stunning beach . I really enjoyed looking at the rock formations.and enjoying the walk .had one of the little beaches All to myself

Ehsan Ullah

10 Exceptional

Splendid beach that offers surfing on one side, a stream pouring into the other calmer side that makes it suitable for all ages and all sorts of beach activities. There is generous carpark and public toilet at Brighton Surf Club, very handy to beach access points. The rocks formation and little islands around means heaven for photographers.

Felicia Felice

10 Exceptional

Very nice. Kids loved the wee river area. I guess all kids love that part. It's usually very windy there so be prepared with windproof jackets.

Ben Watson

10 Exceptional

One of the better beaches in the DUNEDIN area. Has shallow estuary and rock pools that are perfect for families and also has decent surf, rock features and good views to make it memorable for all ages.

Dave and Brenda Emms

10 Exceptional

Love this place, beautiful sand on the beach great for a drive over the hill.

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Brighton Beach?

The coastline of Brighton Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Brighton Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Brighton Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Brighton Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

Brighton Beach is partially protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

So the overall recommendation of the Brighton Beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Brighton Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Brighton Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Brighton Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Brighton Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Brighton Beach.

There are 1 restaurants nearby.Brighton Beach Cafe is the closest place located 400 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Brighton Beach?

There are 17 places to stay in the Brighton Beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Brighton Beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Brighton Beach from parking?

The Brighton Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Brighton Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Brighton Beach is February. Its average value reaches 16°C. The warmest sea is in March, the average value is 14°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 10°C and water 10°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Brighton Beach (South island) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Brighton Beach (South island) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.