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a&o Brighton Beach

Hostel with a restaurant, steps from Brighton Pier

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Beach nearby
Daily buffet breakfast (GBP 9.9 per person)
Exterior
In the heart of Brighton City Centre, a&o Brighton Palace Pier offers an inviting atmosphere with a coffee shop, bar and restaurant. Connect to WiFi and enjoy perks like luggage storage, secured bicycle storage and helpful staff who have left lasting impressions on previous guests.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is €57
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept

Room options

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Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi

Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi

Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

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Heating
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi

Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi

6-Bed Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Located near the beach, a&o Brighton Beach is in Brighton City Centre, a neighbourhood in Brighton. 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.
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Old Steine, Brighton, England, BN1 1NH

What's nearby

  • Brighton Pier - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Brighton Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Brighton Royal Pavilion - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Brighton Dome - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Brighton Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Brighton Station - 19 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chalk - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪East Street Tap - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Very Italian Pizza - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Club Revenge - ‬1 min walk

About this property

a&o Brighton Beach

Hostel near Brighton Beach
Near Brighton Pier and Brighton Centre, a&o Brighton Beach provides a coffee shop/cafe, a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and smoke-free property
  • A lift, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage
  • A vending machine, meeting rooms and secured bike storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 51 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

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

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 9.90 for adults and GBP 4.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

More

  • Heating

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 12
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 12
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The name on the photo identification presented at check-in must match the name on the reservation.
All guests, including children, are required to present a valid government-issued ID card at check-in.
All adult guests are required to present a valid government-issued photo ID card at check-in.
The name and address on the booking must match the photo ID presented by the guest at check-in. This property does not accept name changes for existing bookings.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 12 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 9.9 for adults and from GBP 4.95 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 12 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 12 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 12 (subject to availability)
  • Towels available for a fee (or guests may bring their own)

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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Please note that this property does not charge an additional temporary membership fee. Discounts are not available for members of YHA (England and Wales) or IYHF as part of this booking.
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.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

YHA Brighton Hostel
YHA Brighton
YHA Brighton Hostel
a o Brighton Palace Pier
a&o Brighton Beach Brighton
a&o Brighton Beach Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
a&o Brighton Beach Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Brighton

Frequently asked questions

Is a&o Brighton Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 12 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at a&o Brighton Beach?

As of 30 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at a&o Brighton Beach on 4 Sept 2025 start from €56.70, 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 a&o Brighton Beach?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at a&o Brighton Beach?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 12 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at a&o Brighton Beach?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for GBP 12 (subject to availability).

Where is a&o Brighton Beach located?

Located in Brighton City Centre, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Brighton Beach and Brighton Pier. SEA LIFE Brighton and Volk’s Electric Railway are also within 10 minutes. Brighton Station is 19 minutes by foot and Brighton (BSH-Brighton Train Station) is 20 minutes.

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a&o Brighton Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 180 out of 385 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 115 out of 385 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 385 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 385 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 385 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

marcela

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Now good people there 😒😒😒
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Algirdas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best hostel in Brighton
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harrison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great, affordable stay in a perfect location. We booked a private double which was affordable, spacious and clean. The check in process was easy and the young local fellow at the desk was fantastic and sorted us out with recommendations. The location is incredible for the price. Seconds walk to the pier and loads of great venues around for food and drinks. The communal kitchen facility was well equipped, but perhaps in need of a good clean. Overall a very pleasant stay that I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Chun

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
such a very old hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately the mattress was like a school gym mat so we slept on the floor. The shower was amazing and customer service too. 6am fire alarm wake up call was not fun.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Food is fine, bed is comfortable but the noise was too much coudnt sleep
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Or room had a spectacular view! Breakfast was good. Everything in the area was so convenient to the hotel. Our only small complaint is that it did not have air conditioning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Hollie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time staying in a hostel and I had a pleasant stay. Perfect location too. Would definitely recommend and stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Imogen

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant location. The room was large with an en-suite. They provided a large fan as it was very hot when we visited.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spacious room as described, great location near the beach! Comfortable stay, would book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Roberto

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The personel entered the room at 11pm without knocking the door, my partner was terrified and it felt like a really bad invasion of privacy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Lovely wee spot

Staff were absolute sweethearts. Great chill atmosphere. Close to everything I wanted to go to. Well recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Cheapest , location , easy to book
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ash

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Decent comfortable night stay, better than expected and doesn’t feel like a hostel.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

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

A & o Brighton

Nice Large double room ,lovely view of the sea and peir ,right in the middle of everything so great location , nice and clean ,lovely polite and helpful staff ,would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

norva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
it was ok. staff were nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient, easy to reach, value for money.
Upside down house
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

norva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rawle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, good breakfast.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kurstie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was extremely clean and the staff were friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location from beach. Great desk service, super clean, my dorm had a bath and shower, in room heater, nice kitchen and bar/lounge room. There was no laundry service and hard to find a quiet place for my studies. Over all decent price and a Great place to stay and network.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Satisfied overall but loud bird noises coming from above and strangely the room next door!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Fiona

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

a&o Brighton Beach

I booked this hotel simply because of the location to The Lanes. It was perfect, I didm't realise it was a hostel but it didn't matter. The receptionist, Suzie, was incredibly friendly and knowledgeble. We were treated really well, enjoyed the perfect location, it was clean and we slept well. I would stay there again. We were able to leave our lugguage before and after check in and out. Wonderful experience.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ying wai moniz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good and included Wi-Fi
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Lynsey

Liked: Staff & service

Great location

Great location and cheap price, wish they had more pillows as only 1 each isnt enough, also we was on the 3rd floor, the floor above must of been for staff only but the floor boards are very noisy and wake u up early morning by their walking around
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025