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The Old Ship Hotel

4.0 star property
Seafront hotel with bar/lounge, near Brighton Marina

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Property amenity
Bar (on property)
View from property
Exterior
Courtyard

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is AU$99
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec

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 Pier
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Seaview Double Room

Deluxe Seaview Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard King Bedded Room

Standard King Bedded Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Sea View

Double Room, Sea View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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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 a restaurant, a 24-hour gym and a bar/lounge. .The fine-dining restaurant, The Wardroom, serves British cuisine and is open for dinner. The Mess Deck Bar is the hotel's own bar. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms and a business centre. Added 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. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Brighton City Centre hotel include Brighton Marina and American Express Stadium.

What's nearby

  • Brighton Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Brighton Royal Pavilion - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Brighton Centre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Brighton Pier - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Brighton Dome - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Cricketers - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fish & Chips - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Mesmerist - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Moshimo - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Old Ship Hotel

Seafront hotel with bar/lounge, near Brighton Marina
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A 24-hour fitness centre, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly The Old Ship Hotel.

This 4-star Brighton hotel is smoke free.

  • 154 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1559
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
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
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Mess Deck Bar
  • The Wardroom

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Billiards/pool table

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
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (76 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 5 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • 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

  • Connecting rooms available
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 12.50 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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
  • Pet fee: GBP 12.50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • 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.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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 20 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Old Ship Hotel on 30 Nov 2025 start from AU$98.97, 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.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Old Ship Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

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?

Dogs are welcome at The Old Ship Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer.

The Old Ship Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 351 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 318 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 173 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 84 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 80 out of 1006 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Dean

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A lovely hotel.

The Old Ship is a lovely hotel. The room was very nice and the bed comfortable. It was hot and too noisy to have the windows open but the room had a ceiling fan which was remarkably effective. The breakfast was lovely and my veggie dishes had to be ordered especially but came super quick. My only moan is that in the room we only had 4 teabags and 4 pots of milk. No herbal tea.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jodie

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Julie

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Val

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's an old building with character. The staff are very helpful and one is always met with a smile. Rooms are very clean with comfy beds. I stayed here in march and enjoyed my stay so came back to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A pleasant stay

Hotel rooms are a little dated but it adds to the character of the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trudi

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Mr M

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

You get what you pay for...

Good points - location on the sea front, comparably cheap, all staff friendly, quick check in and out. Breakfast is basic but ok. Not so good points - whole hotel very dated and in desperate need of modernisation and repair, carpet on stairs 'fixed' with duct tape, our room had wallpaper loose off walls, peeling paint, faded pictures, missing coat hangers, no Air Conditioning but window opening restricted to about 6 inches, poor shower pressure and either hot or cold and impossible to get a constant temperature, bath tap not working and leak in bathroom sink, only a vent in the bathroom not an extractor fan. Really bad - East side of hotel is above a nightclub that blasts 'music' until 3.30am but even then still has crowds of clubbers outside shouting at each other (obviously deafened by the music volume in the club!). I will never stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Return trip

This hotel is going to be refurbished shortly . The bed was comfortable but the pillows were too hard. We like using the 125 year old lift. I rattles along an is slow and reliable. We always stay at the Old Ship when visiting Brighton. We know what to expect and enjoy our trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Staff & service

Slighty Dated but Ok

This is a hotel that my family have stayed in for many decades, the hotel itself looks like it needs a bit of care and attention now to be honest. Plus Side - Staff were friendly and welcoming Negative - Room - Dated, bed not the best, one side you just sank into it other side firm. Carpets an absolutely must to be looked at, stained and extremely dirty, my room carpet clearly needed replacing or several deep steam cleans to try and make it look at least presentable. First impressions count and that really put me off. Room itself looking dated and floorboards need pinning, poor people staying under me must of been wondering what was going on by me just walking around the room. It’s a nice hotel and really in a great location and I would stay again, (maybe)? maybe there just may be better updated hotels around now, I hope the Ship can look to address some refurbishement options soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lallina

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Lhea Maye

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We asked for housekeeping but they did not do it. When I asked the reception, they said we put the wrong sign. But i double checked it before we left. So bad they needed to lie!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

James

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mikey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Great venue, location but the place needs love. No recent investment. Wallpaper peeling off corridor walls, exposing damp. Hot water into room sporadic as old heading system. Rooms fine but dated v
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Louise

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

JAMES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An old hotel, old-fashioned charm and you may just get lost in one of the corridors or quaint stairways and happen upon some of the ghosts, where they meet up to catch up and impart their ectoplasmic charm. I had a super night’s sleep and was up at the crack of dawn to be greeted by the waves.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ellen

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel and vibe.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025