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The Old Ship Hotel

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

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Property amenity
Terrace/patio
View from property
Standard King Bedded Room
Exterior

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym
  • Business services
The current price is AU$96
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb

Explore the area

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Kings Road, Brighton, England, BN1 1NR
  • Place, Brighton Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Brighton Royal Pavilion
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Brighton Centre
    ‪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
(56 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Seaview Double Room

Deluxe Seaview Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Double Room, Sea View

Double Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

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

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 10-minute drive of this Brighton City Centre hotel include Brighton Pier and Brighton Marina.

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
  • ‪Moo Moo's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fish & Chips - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Moshimo - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Old Ship Hotel

Seafront hotel with bar/lounge, near Brighton Pier
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 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 5 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Old Ship Hotel on 22 Feb 2026 start from AU$95.59, 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. 364 out of 1044 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 327 out of 1044 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 186 out of 1044 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 1044 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 84 out of 1044 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

amanda

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely stay. Very good value
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

kerry

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great location Staff friendly Good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Marvellous location and great history. Sea front view is outstanding. Overall its a story of "faded splendour" and some tlc is much needed. Apparently this is in the pipeline, so hopefully this will happen soon.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff very good. Reception very helpful. Room large, clean and comfortable with excellent mattresses. Suerb breakfast Very good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing sea view and great bar - we had such a lovely stay. Part of its charm is that it’s a bit rough around the edges - if you want brand new and shiny there are plenty of places nearby. This hotel is full of character and history - we loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Ian

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very tired and dated looking, breakfast options weren’t great, both mornings empty stations, not a lot of choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Didn't have beach view
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The remote to the TV needs new batteries. The staff were very kind and friendly. The room and bathroom was very tired looking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Gustavo

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
its dated infrastructure really shows. It could be an old structure that simply hasn’t been taken care of over the years, peeling paint, uneven flooring, and worn out fixtures are hard to ignore. While the location is convenient, the lack of maintenance takes away from the overall experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Didn’t book a beach view but could see the sea from window, staff were super friendly and Ron had everything you would want.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Bernice

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
The room had an old musky smell to it.. the front door wouldn’t shut properly so we had to slam it shut. The bathroom has mould in it and on the ceiling.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location old building with old building quirks
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Daren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely old hotel, Not square but has that lovely old hotel charme. Been staying there for the last 20 + years , Dont make it square and sterile like all the reast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Perfect location large hotel on seafront. The hotel is historical and old but rooms are comfortable and clean and has all the facilities needed…..bar, restaurant, guests lounge etc. Bathrooms are modern and nicely presented. It’s not 5 star but then again neither are the room rates. Good value, comfortable and a lovely place to stay to enjoy everything Brighton has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely staff, great room, strong wi-fi. Loved it there!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Elisabete

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Stephen

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Avoid

The Hotel is in a right state, it’s not tired it’s beyond that! It’s dilapidated, dirty and worn out. The staff are lovely albeit working with a product in such dire need of money spent on it must humiliating for them, we checked out after 1 night into a two night stay. I’m trying hard to find a positive for you but there really aren’t. The pictures looked ok but the reality is quite an eye opener. The pictures are of our room, we slept on top of the bed. dinner was an experience I’ve never been accosted in a restaurant before by a drunk guest, I assume drunk it could have been anything. There was also a woman trapped in the doorway in her wheelchair as the family pushing her had words! You had to be there! The warm prawn cocktail was an indication of what was to come. The hotel attracts a certain type. And I’m not being snobby.
Our bedroom floor
Bedroom walls
Bedroom ceiling before the torrential downpour which let in water
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emelson

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We've stayed many times at the Old Ship.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely staff very helpful nothing was to much 😵‍💫
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025