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The Old Ship Hotel

4.0 star property

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Enjoy a formal dining experience surrounded by wine and candlelight.
Enjoy a tranquil outdoor café experience with tables and chairs set amidst beautifully maintained gardens and traditional buildings.
Boats are moored on the pebbled beach, offering a serene waterfront scene.
Experience the grandeur of our lobby, featuring a stunning chandelier, comfortable seating area, and classic architectural details.
Stunning urban building with a classic facade and evenly spaced windows.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly

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Kings Road, Brighton, England, BN1 1NR
  • Brighton Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Brighton Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Brighton Pier
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard King Bedded Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard King Bedded Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(41 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Sea View | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Sea View

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

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Deluxe Seaview Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Seaview Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About this property

The Old Ship Hotel

4-star hotel in Brighton City Centre
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a 24-hour fitness center and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, coffee/tea in a common area, and a business center.
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.

Dining options at the hotel include a restaurant and a snack bar/deli. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Business-related amenities at this 4-star property consist of a business center and meeting rooms.

Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. This beach hotel also offers a 24-hour fitness center, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance.

The Old Ship Hotel is a smoke-free property.

Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 11:00 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.

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

  • 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 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.
  • Elevator (30 inch wide door)
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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 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

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. 368 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 320 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 159 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 80 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

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good value stay

The Old Ship is an amazing history hotel. It's olde worlde and full of quirky charme. It's central and seafront based so that's always a plus . I slept peacefully and loved my retro room. Yes, it's worn looking but for the price, it's great. I'd return to this hotel as it's warm and safe.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location, comfortable hotel with good service.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

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

The best of Brighton

This is my favourite hotel and if could take it to where I am staying I would! The bed is the most comfortable I have had. We stay in the same disabled access room and it is just right. The wet room bathroom is good a bit tired but ok. Having stayed twice in 2 weeks I noticed this is the one place we return to that I know I am going to relax and sleep well in. Great location on the seafront but also a five minute walk into the heart of Brighton shopping and food. 2 minutes from the Brighton centre and an easy stroll to the Dome and Palace theatre. What more could you want
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Gemma

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Could do with some updating and maintenance work. Quite shabby in places. Pricey for condition of the hotel. Breakfast was good but had to pay for it. Not one I would choose to stay at again, not for that price anyway.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has charm and history. The front patio was wonderful to read or enjoy a drink. The area around the hotel had lots of litter
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Brian

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

Great location but parking is problematic.

This is a good location but quite noisy at night and difficult to get to when you have a car. The only option we found available for parking cost us 42 pounds for the overnight stay (42pounds for 24 hours). Breakfast was excellent with good choices.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Julian

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Hotel in poor condition

Hotel is in need of refurbishment. Breakfast staff unhelpful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ajit

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Was pleasant
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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

8/10 Good

Dean

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rudi

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

Good gym

Booked for my son, he was very impressed with the gym.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Expect the early morning call

This is a lovely quirky old hotel. A bit faded and tatty (the lifts!) but I like it, and it's in a marvellous spot. On the sea front, view of the pier. My room was lovely too. But please, please, fix the fire alarms. I've stayed at the Ship over a number of years and been turfed out of bed probably four times by the fire alarm. I guess better safe than sorry, but it would be nice to have the option of sleeping in.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean, Fullerton

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

10/10 Excellent

Mr M

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Beach front stay

Great location, bit tired as very old but we liked the old fashioned feel. Lovely quiet room as requested
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Andy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It’s brilliantly situated for The Lanes Car Park, the sea front and the Pier A minutes walk and you are in the heart of the lanes. The hotel is cheap but a bit past its best and you can’t have everything! The ladies on the front desk were superb. Well done ladies you could not have been any more welcoming and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toby

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

Seaside chill.

I had my room upgraded to a seaview room free of charge, which was always going to land well. This is a tidy and chilled out beachfront hotel that's well worth your time booking.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A step back in time

This hotel is a wonderful experience of a bygone era. I loved the old world feel as I stepped through the wooden entrance. The wood panelling was marvellous, along with historical photos which dotted the walls. The rooms were large amd warm, beds super comfortable, and housekeeping regular. Cleanliness: it was clean and fresh, but as a fussy cleaner- there were finger marks on the inside window and dust behind the bathroom door. Front of house: this was my first time and staff did not sell it- I found out about the gym by wondering around, I wasn't told about breakfast, neither about the tours the hotel runs.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 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

6/10 Okay

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Ann

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Shabby tired not worth the price of £300 for 2 nig

Booked deluxe seaview room, room very shabby tired shower curtain a big no no dripping tap & late night noise with loud people sitting outside talking at 4am! Asked them to move spoke with manager ; suggested to remove chairs so know one can sit there in the early hours! He took on board our complaint but did nothing abit it! Shocking hotel parking fees £54 for two nights last stay there, we stayed afurther night & checked into the Queens hotel so much better!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025