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The Old Ship Hotel

Property class: 4
4-star beachfront hotel near Brighton Beach

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Standard King Bedded Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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 Royal Pavilion
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(60 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Seaview Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Seaview Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard King Bedded Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard King Bedded Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Sea View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Brighton

On the beach.At this Brighton City Centre hotel, you'll be well placed to visit Brighton Beach and Brighton Centre, both within a 5-minute walk. Brighton Fishing Museum and West Street are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Brighton Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Brighton Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Churchill Square Shopping Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Brighton Royal Pavilion - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Brighton Dome - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

The Old Ship Hotel

4-star beachfront hotel near Brighton Beach
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Old Ship Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services.

This 4-star Brighton hotel is smoke free.

  • 154 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 1559
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Old Ship Hotel offers 154 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite 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
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • Elevator (30 inch wide door)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • 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 available
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

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from February 13 2026 to February 28 2027 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Elevator
  • Exterior
  • Fitness facilities
  • Meeting facilities
  • Select guestrooms
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property 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: approximately GBP 15 per person
  • 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 onsite 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 each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • 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

How close is The Old Ship Hotel to the airport?

The Old Ship Hotel is 30.9 mi (43-min drive) away from the Gatwick Airport (LGW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Apr 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Old Ship Hotel on Apr 27, 2026 start from $82, 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.

Does The Old Ship Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Old Ship Hotel.

How close is The Old Ship Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Old Ship Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Old Ship Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 15 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Old Ship Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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 costs GBP 30 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at The Old Ship Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Old Ship Hotel have a pool?

The Old Ship Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Old Ship Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Old Ship Hotel to downtown Brighton?

The Old Ship Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Brighton.

The Old Ship Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 360 out of 1024 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 312 out of 1024 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 186 out of 1024 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 85 out of 1024 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 81 out of 1024 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Thierry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Le personnel est adorable. De bons cocktails sont disponibles au bar
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Vanessa

Traveled with partner
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

8/10 Good

Emma

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alessandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Just had a super refreshing stay! 🚿 The shower and room were spotlessly clean, and the bathroom was immaculate. It's so nice when everything is just *clean*! The minimalist staff setup was perfect for a quiet, anonymous visit. Feeling totally recharged! ✨ #CleanStay #MinimalistVibes #Refreshing
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Tony, New Ash Green

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the place , room note as nice as previous but still nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Pete

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Irene

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

brian

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The breakfast was nice with a decent selection. Nice seaview room very close to all amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff. Lovely old hotel. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jessy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
the whole hotel was absolutely lovely! There is no temperature control in the room, otherwise fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
With one exception staff were very good. Room clean but needs TLC.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Clean comfy hotel if a little dated
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ify

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location was perfect ,Am impressed with the maintenance been the one of the oldest hotel in Brighton kudos Everything was great to the staffs and clean rooms I loved the seaside view from the room I stayed I will sure come back again when am in Brighton
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Sarah

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

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Mr Tony G

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Carolle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely spacious room very comfy bed The staff were great and we enjoyed breakfast and dinner
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

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

Will

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Traveled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025