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The Old Ship Hotel

4.0 star property

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Exterior
Standard King Bedded Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets
A pebbled beach with buildings and a pier in the background.
Lobby
Daily full breakfast for a fee

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is $142
$118 nightly
$142 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14

Explore the area

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Kings Road, Brighton, England, BN1 1NR
  • Place, Brighton Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Brighton Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Brighton Royal Pavilion
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(67 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Standard Twin Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a television on the wall.

Deluxe Seaview Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a tufted headboard, two pillows, a bedspread, and wall-mounted lamps.

Standard King Bedded Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a television, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

Double Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE CLASSIC

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE CITY VIEW

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE DELUXE

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Brighton

With a stay at The Old Ship Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Brighton, steps from Brighton Beach and 4 minutes by foot from Brighton Centre. .This beach hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Brighton Pier and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Brighton Marina.

What's nearby

  • Brighton Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Brighton Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Churchill Square Shopping Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Brighton Royal Pavilion - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Brighton Dome - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Brighton Station - 13 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moshimo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Cricketers - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Mesmerist - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Walrus - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Old Ship Hotel

The Old Ship Hotel offers 154 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Stay in one of 154 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of The Old Ship Hotel. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Lounge Bar - Onsite bar. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Lounge Bar

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront

Accessibility

  • Elevator (30 inch wide door)

More

  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1559
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 30
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 40.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from February 13 2026 to February 28 2027 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Elevator
  • Exterior
  • Fitness facilities
  • Meeting facilities
  • Select guestrooms
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 15 per person
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 40.00 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Old Ship Brighton
Old Ship Hotel
Old Ship Hotel Brighton
Barcelo Brighton
The Old Ship Hotel Hotel
The Old Ship Hotel Brighton
The Old Ship Hotel Hotel Brighton

The Old Ship Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 362 out of 1037 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 314 out of 1037 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 188 out of 1037 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 91 out of 1037 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 82 out of 1037 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We found the room perfect for our short stay, the staff were very friendly and helpful , we will hopefully be back soon for a longer stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed here 3 times and it’s always perfect. Great location, inexpensive.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

mandy

Liked: Cleanliness
Our recent stay at the Old ship hotel was fantastic lovely room where we could see the seafront lovely comfy big bed staff lovely and efficient as ever looking forward to returning later in the year thank you again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was tidy, breakfast was lovely, staff were welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Breakfast was great, great location for bars & restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carolle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely spacious room very comfy bed The staff were great and we enjoyed breakfast and dinner
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean, staff were very helpful, and the location is great by the seaside.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value for money friendly staff and good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Ben

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location to everything you need for your stay, staff are amazing pleasant friendly and helpful, hotel is in need of a lick of paint and new carpet in some areas, the rooms was big and spacious, bed was uncomfortable for me as it was to soft, breakfast was ok would prefer to order hot food instead of buffet style as there was only basic choices available.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Andrew

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Old, tired, dilapidated but good staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The Staff were lovely . Friendly welcome and relaxing stay . We did a ghost walk and had a meal in hotel which was excellent value for money and would do a again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

David

Stayed many times, perfect seafront position, breakfast very disappointing though maybe down to refurbishing
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Breakfast good and room overlooked the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Andrew

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No beach view, close to sea front & shops, restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

kerry

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great location Staff friendly Good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It appeared to be fresh. It was warm
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff. Lovely old hotel. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

ALISTAIR

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool hotel and great prices.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The hotel is excellent value for money and right on the sea front
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The breakfast was nice with a decent selection. Nice seaview room very close to all amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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4/10 Poor

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Shabby hotel, needs a renovation. Breakfast was very basic with little choice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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4/10 Poor

Tom

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is good, and the staff is friendly. But it all stops there. This hotel is in a quite terrible condition, both when it comes to rooms, bathrooms, noise, shared areas and the windows all over.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’ve been here a number of times over the years. The staff are always lovely here. Breakfast is fantastic. Dogs made to feel very welcome. It’s an old building so not perfect but thats a part of the charm.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Clean comfy hotel if a little dated
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026