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The Old Ship Hotel

4.0 star property
Ocean views complement fine dining at this Brighton City Centre hotel, where a 24-hour gym keeps travelers active and a business center helps them stay productive

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The Old Ship Hotel in Brighton's city center offers a seaside retreat with ocean views from the restaurant. A 24-hour gym suits early risers and night owls, while free WiFi keeps everyone connected. After dinner, enjoy the bar and billiards table for perfect evening entertainment.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym
  • Business services
The current price is €53
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan

Room options

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(55 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Double Room, Sea View

Double Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 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
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About the area

Located in Brighton City Centre, a neighbourhood in Brighton, The Old Ship Hotel is in a shopping district and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Brighton Beach and South Downs National Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Brighton Marina. Check out an event or a game at American Express Stadium, and consider making time for Brighton Pier, a top attraction not to be missed. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Brighton travel guide
Map
Kings Road, Brighton, England, BN1 1NR

What's nearby

  • Brighton Beach which includes general coastal views
    Brighton Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Brighton Royal Pavilion which includes a mosque, heritage elements and heritage architecture
    Brighton Royal Pavilion
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • AY7KWM Brighton seafront - the view of the Brighton Centre and the Grand Hotel, East Sussex, England. Image shot 2008. Exact date unknown.
    Brighton Centre
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Brighton Pier featuring signage
    Brighton Pier
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Brighton Dome showing a garden
    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
  • Moshimo
    2 min walk
  • The Mesmerist
    3 min walk

About this property

The Old Ship Hotel

Upscale hotel near Brighton Beach
Near Brighton Centre and Brighton Pier, The Old Ship Hotel provides a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. The on-site British cuisine fine-dining restaurant, The Wardroom, features ocean views and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a 24-hour gym and a business centre.
Additional perks include:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and a ballroom
  • Smoke-free property, meeting rooms and coffee/tea in reception
  • Tour/ticket information, a banquet hall and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 154 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

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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 are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 12.50 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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)

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the 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

Is The Old Ship Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 12.50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

As of 21 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Old Ship Hotel on 26 Jan 2026 start from €52.72, 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.

How much is parking at The Old Ship Hotel?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Old Ship Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 30 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Old Ship Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for GBP 40.00 (subject to availability).

Where is The Old Ship Hotel located?

Located in Brighton City Centre, this beachfront hotel is in the city centre and within a 5-minute walk of Brighton Beach and Brighton Centre. Visitor Information Centre and West Street are also within 5 minutes. Brighton Station is 13 minutes by foot and Brighton (BSH-Brighton Train Station) is 14 minutes.

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Reviews

The Old Ship Hotel Reviews

7.6

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

7.4

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

6.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 364 out of 1037 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 323 out of 1037 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 185 out of 1037 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 82 out of 1037 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 83 out of 1037 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barry

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

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

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Room was clean. Beautiful old building.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff Clean with a rustic feel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Vanessa

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

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very kind and the location was central to most things.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was ideal with the beach being just over the road. There were great restaurants all around and the pier was a couple of minutes walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was like stepping back in time, in a good way. The atmosphere was so warm and friendly. The staff were very friendly always welcoming. The room was warm and the bed comfortable. Thank you for a great stay. Will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great - perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A lovely historic building right on Brighton seafront. We had a great stay and the staff were excellent throughout. While the hotel could benefit from a bit of TLC, this is to be expected with a building of this age. The bar area is a real highlight, with great food and drink options and the added bonus of a pool table. The hotel has a welcoming atmosphere and is in a fantastic location. The rooms are comfortable and with a little extra attention they could be brought up to an excellent standard. That said, the value for money is outstanding and you’d be hard-pressed to find better in this area. Overall, a very good stay and we’d happily return.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Sylvia

Liked: Staff & service
Lovely hotel with charming old details overviewing beach . Comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room and bathroom are clean if a little dated. If you like a bath.. they are very long,deep and there is heaps of boiling hot water to chuck into it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and very quiet room. Easy reach of rhe beach and Lanes.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The hotel was ideally positioned for everything we needed to do in Brighton. All the staff were friendly and helpful. The room was comfortable and an ideal base for a busy couple of days.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room wonderful view of the sea close to all amenities very old hotel Quant but compfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful hotel in fact my favourite in Brighton! I've stayed at many of the larger hotels and would rate this best for service and comfort. Looking forward very much to my next trip!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nivenka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location at a good price. Staff were friendly and helpful. Bedroom large and comfortable. Lovely breakfast buffet.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Large spacious room with a perfect sea view
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This location is perfect for visiting Brighton
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dwarakanath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were fabulous right from receptionist to housekeeping. Worth your penny, highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A bit dated,very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lee Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very tired but a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

The grand old ship

Was pleasantly surprised by the size and grandeur of the hotel would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Becki

Staff were friendly room was clean. The bed was comfortable. The hotel is very dated but as I said it’s clean and comfortable. Breakfast buffet had loads to choose from both hot and cold and they do have gluten free bread available for those that need it. The food tasted great and the hot food was hot. The only downside was the external noise during the night with people coming and going from pubs and clubs. Take ear plugs if you are a light sleeper. Overal a pleasant stay with friendly helpful staff. Would recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025