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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
Courtyard
Bar (on property)
Exterior
View from property

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
The current price is €89
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug

Room options

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Standard King Bedded Room

Standard King Bedded Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(44 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
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
(10 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Seaview Double Room

Deluxe Seaview Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
Kings Road, Brighton, England, BN1 1NR

What's nearby

  • Brighton Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 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
  • ‪Shooshh - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Cricketers - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lucky Beach - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Moshimo - ‬2 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 smoke-free property
  • Coffee/tea in reception, meeting rooms and a banquet hall
  • Concierge services, a billiards/pool table and wedding services
  • 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

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Polish, Russian, Spanish

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 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 15 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Old Ship Hotel on 25 Aug 2025 start from €89.36, 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, just steps away from Brighton Fishing Museum and Brighton Beach. Brighton Centre and Brighton Pier are also within 15 minutes. Brighton Station is 13 minutes by foot and Brighton (BSH-Brighton Train Station) is 14 minutes.

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The Old Ship Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 363 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 316 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 162 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 84 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 75 out of 1000 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ross

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

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

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Liked: Staff & service
Staff were friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The reception staff are lovely and really helpful.The breakfast was lovely and plenty of choice.Love the seating outside the hotel we could just chill and watch the view so lovely.The housekeeping staff are great made our bed and lovely fresh towels for a shower..
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

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

Place to stay

Great stay, fantastic history
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location, comfortable hotel with good service.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hi we really liked the hotel , live music and atmosphere , Unfortunately we had to leave early before spending the night here due to an issue at home , however we enjoyed the day and short time in the evening.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was nicely decorated and clean - excellent value for money
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Jacqueline

Liked: Staff & service
Traditional old hotel on the sea front Great value but that’s because it’s looking tired If you are happy to except they then it’s ok Breakfast was adequate
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location great staff and great price! The hotel and rooms are a little tired decor wise but absolutely spotless clean. I will definitely return and would definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Akiko

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unfortunate memories
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ngozi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Ok for a short stay

My stay was pleasant. The hotel needs refurbishment. The staff were excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Very comfortable and friendly and close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Another amazing stay, staff are friendly, and so helpful and nothing is too much of a problem for them.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Christopher

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

10/10 Excellent

Steynton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Value for money hotel.

A great base and good hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful old hotel with a beautiful lobby. The room was good size with nice furnishings. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel is full of character! Very creaky floorboards but the hotel is a few hundred years old so what do you expect.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Lhea Maye

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

4/10 Poor

Bonnie

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel in need of major upgrades. Room had stained carpets, dirty walls and table, dirty cushion and side chair, only one towel in the bath. The glass/mirrors were dirty. As we left our room, staff were entering our room with a pass key??
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Barbara

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great very close to the train station and the beach.Spectacular view from the room,bed was very comfortable.But the hotel is very dated,need a refurbishment,carpet was stained,window was dirty,no hot water,Tv didnt work,breakfast was very bad quality and tasteless.I do not recommend this hotel at all.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel and Fantastic stay! The staff were wonderful and I loved everything about my time there. I will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sarah

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely disgusting. Dated. Dirty. The place needs shutting down.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025