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The Old Ship Hotel

4.0 star property

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Exterior
Lobby lounge
Standard King Bedded Room
Restaurant
Exterior

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$137
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 June

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

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(62 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Seaview Double Room

Deluxe Seaview Double Room

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

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Standard King Bedded Room

Standard King Bedded Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double Room, Sea View

Double Room, Sea View

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

About the area

Brighton

The Old Ship Hotel places you in the centre of Brighton, steps from Brighton Beach and within a short 5-minute stroll of Brighton Centre. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include free in-room WiFi. .Lounge Bar is the hotel's own bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Brighton City Centre hotel include Brighton Pier and Brighton Marina.

What's nearby

  • Brighton Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Brighton Centre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Churchill Square Shopping Centre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Brighton Royal Pavilion - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Brighton Dome - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

The Old Ship Hotel

There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Old Ship Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in common area, and concierge services.

This 4-star Brighton hotel is smoke free.

  • 154 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 1559
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Old Ship Hotel offers 154 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site 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

  • Lift (76 centimetre wide door)

More

  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1559
  • Smoke-free property

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
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 13 February 2026 to 28 February 2027 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Dining venue
  • Lift
  • Exterior
  • Fitness facilities
  • Meeting facilities
  • Selected guestrooms
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in 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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Old Ship Hotel?

The Old Ship Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Old Ship Hotel?

As of 25 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Old Ship Hotel on 31 May 2026 start from AU$137, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to The Old Ship Hotel?

Yep, The Old Ship Hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Brighton Beach.

Does The Old Ship Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, full brekkie is served weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Old Ship Hotel?

No, The Old Ship Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Old Ship Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Old Ship Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Old Ship Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 357 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 309 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 182 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 86 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 79 out of 1013 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Julia

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Appreciate hotel is old but appears run down & tired. Ensuite definitely needs an upgrade…worn sanitary fittings, missing or grubby sealant around bath & shower fitting.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Andrew

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Rosie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Decent price for room and location, but the hotel hasn’t been updated in a while - outside looked grungy, inside finding our room there was damp patches on ceilings, peeling paint, condensed windows in hallway that was quite dirty, inside our room there was a spring digging out of side of mattress and the mirror was dirty. Other than the upkeep, staff were lovely and breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Andrei

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is not a 4 star hotel. The hotel is dilapidated and dirty. It really is falling apart. No cups in room, a quarter size of a miniature soap. The tv was the size of a laptop screen. Do not recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Lee

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Russell

Travelled with partner
Great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kenya

Liked: Staff & service
Excellent staff, very kind and understanding. Willing to check me into a different room early. Room was fairly clean. But staff made up for what the room lacked
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Simon

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Jane

Overall the room was clean, however the coverlet on the bed was dirty. I did inform Reception who made a note of it. Reception staff were very amenable, however bar staff are not always pleasant. I have stayed at the Old Ship many times.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean, but the huge number of corridors were a bit musty and dusty. Staff were all very friendly and helpful. Great rooms to lounge in, sofas, chairs and tables plus a pool table.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Roger

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Old-style room but perfectly comfortable. The breakfast during the week is table service, hit buffet at the weekend. The staff are very friendly. Given the price we paid, a good value hotel (I know it gets more expensive as you head towards Summer)
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Wayne

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very rude staff on reception!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The rooms were a bit tired. The decor was a bit tired and the staff were kind and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Bethany

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
There was noisy builders next door, all you cour hear was banging, staff very lovely, the amenities very good but a bit dated, the tiles on the bathroom floor were all broken
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Stuart

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Thierry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Le personnel est adorable. De bons cocktails sont disponibles au bar
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Vanessa

Travelled with partner
Staff were great. Hotel is tired and in desperate need of a refurb. Holes in the wall and duck tape holding the carpet together.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Emma

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alessandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Just had a super refreshing stay! 🚿 The shower and room were spotlessly clean, and the bathroom was immaculate. It's so nice when everything is just *clean*! The minimalist staff setup was perfect for a quiet, anonymous visit. Feeling totally recharged! ✨ #CleanStay #MinimalistVibes #Refreshing
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Tony, New Ash Green

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the place , room note as nice as previous but still nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026