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The Old Ship Hotel

4.0 star property

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Exterior
Courtyard
Lobby lounge
Bar (on property)
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast available

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Map
Kings Road, Brighton, England, BN1 1NR
  • Brighton Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Brighton Centre
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Brighton Pier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

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

Standard King Bedded Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Standard Double Room

  • 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

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Deluxe Seaview Double Room

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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$87 total
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About the neighborhood

Brighton

With a stay at The Old Ship Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Brighton, steps from Brighton Beach and 4 minutes by foot from Brighton Centre. .This beach hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Brighton Pier and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Brighton Marina.

What's nearby

  • Brighton Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Brighton Centre - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Brighton Royal Pavilion - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Brighton Pier - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Brighton Dome - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Shooshh - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lucky Beach - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Moshimo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Mesmerist - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Old Ship Hotel

Ocean-view hotel with bar/lounge, near Brighton Pier
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.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Stay in one of 154 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a 24-hour fitness center or take in the view from a terrace. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Enjoy British cuisine at The Wardroom, a fine-dining restaurant where you can enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge, take in the ocean view, and even dine alfresco. You can also stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
The Wardroom - Overlooking the ocean, this fine-dining restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required.
The Mess Deck Bar - Onsite bar. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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 transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: 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 center
  • 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.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • 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

  • 24-hour room service
  • 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 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets 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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: 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

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

The Old Ship Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 370 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 318 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 160 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 79 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 73 out of 1000 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Fabio

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disgusting dirty
The room was covered of black mould and and dirty socks left over from previous guests Walked out in the middle of the night
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely comfortable stay
Such a great time in this hotel. Had a really comforting feel, nice sized and comfortable room. The bar had a nice vibe and were very welcoming with our two dogs. Breakfast was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Matthew

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Another lovely stay
Staff were amazing and friendly. Fire alarm went off whilst we were there. Staff felt with it in a quick, efficient and very professional manner. This is the second time we have stayed and would 100% visit again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Gareth

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Harry

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice, helpful staff, and lovely Christmas decorations around the reception area. As noted by previous reviews, it could do with a refurb but it’s not ancient. Room had had a half effort clean, with a spoon on the floor and all sorts of stuff under the bed. Shower one day took 5 mins to warm up, and the other day did not warm up at all. I was in a rush to leave so could not inform staff. If you’re looking for a bed for a night then it’s alright, anything more than that then you may be disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Tarek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Old ship is getting very old but still my favourit
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel book in was good as were the staff. Room was ok except very drafty no hot water in the sink and sink plug didn't work. Didn't try the shower or bath as thought they would be the same. Bar area was nice and staff were very good as was breakfast. Not sure would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Kenneth, Croydon

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is looking very tired, with tatty furniture in the lounge area and empty glasses left all over the hotel: the management seem more interested in people coming in and having a few pints and playing pool rather than the people actually staying there, it used to be one of my favourite places to stay in Brighton but it needs a refurb urgently and aim at providing something more refined.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Really good breakfast selection. Nice room in this spacious hotel. Any chance the bar could stay open a bit longer in the evening- it’s good to get back from a gig in town and be able to get a late drink Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Helen

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Frances

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location, comfy beds, tired decor
We knew the hotel was an older building having stayed before a few years ago but the location right on the seafront is almost unbeatable. Our room was a decent size but looked a bit tatty around the edges, the TV was useless and the cleanliness was ok, but not great. Most importantly the bed was comfortable, the pillows were decent and we slept well. Would we stay here again? For the right price probably yes, as you're only a 5 minute walk from the nicest parts of the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quaint and clean
Very old hotel , so not in pristine condition, but if it were it would lose its character. It’s the oldest hotel in Brighton. Very clean and the staff were lovely, particularly the young lady in the restaurant this morning (15/5). Will definitely be returning
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Rae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

GLYN

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
like the history of the place but room was freezing cold with no heating control in the rooms and it being deliberately heated as little as possible to save money. Shower was cold in the morning, May as well gone in the sea. But for the money its fine, it was clean and quiet but some simple improvements could make it good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very positive experience staying the one night ..The staff were very efficient and polite. In particular the Romanian young man on reception who kindly ordered a capuchino coffee for me as I have loss of appetite due to having cancer..
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has the perfect location, we have stayed twice and would recommend The rooms are older and could maybe do with a freshen up but does not hinder your stay at all The only downside I had was there were no plug sockets next to bed for a phone but in the grand scale easy to live with it
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What attracted me to this hotel was its location and the fact that it has been a hotel for hundreds of years. It didn’t disappoint. The staff were very helpful and friendly. Our rooms were small, but comfortable and clean. It was close to the Royal Pavilion, which was reason for the visit, but we also enjoyed walking through the Lanes nearby. And being across the street from the ocean front was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Charming old fashioned hotel
Great old hotel on the seafront. Lovely people at check in, our room was upgraded at no cost to sea view. Room was old fashioned but exactly what you’d expect in an old fashioned hotel. Coffee & tea making things, really comfortable bed! Lovely old lift in the hotel from the 1920’s!! All really charming. Had drinks in the bar, friendly staff, nice bar. Seafront was noisy overnight, Saturday night, but what do you expect in a busy town? Wasn’t a problem. If you want silence don’t book a hotel on a busy seafront!! We had a great stay and couldn’t fault this charming old hotel with all its creaky floorboards, quirks and old fashioned style! Really great position to walk to town & station and great sea view!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Lynne

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
The hotel was good but it is in need of a refurb. The only slight problem was that the radiators in the rooms took a long time to heat up.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Ganesh

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, great staff. Facilities need improvements
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024