The Old Ship Hotel, Brighton ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Kings Road, Brighton, United Kingdom, BN1 1NR

Very good

7.3

7.4

/10

3.7

“The hotel is perfectly situated right on the seafront, just steps away from the vibrant Brighton pier and its amazing restaurants.”view full review

The Old Ship Hotel, a 4-star Brighton hotel, offers panoramic sea views and immediate access to the vibrant seafront. This historic building features a restaurant serving modern British cuisine and a terrace for outdoor dining. Ideal for both leisure and business travelers, the hotel provides conference facilities and free WiFi.

Rooms & Amenities

Guests at The Old Ship Hotel can select from a range of room types, including family rooms and those with sea views. Each accommodation is equipped with a flat-screen TV, coffee-making facilities, and free WiFi. The unique historic cellars beneath the hotel add to its charm.

Dining & Entertainment

Dining at The Old Ship Hotel includes a selection of evening dishes showcasing modern British cuisine, served in a candle-lit environment. An attractive outdoor terrace offers guests the chance to enjoy meals while taking in the sea view. The menu emphasizes local seafood, with options that cater to various tastes.

Services & Local Area

Business facilities at The Old Ship Hotel cater to corporate needs, with available meeting rooms and event spaces. For leisure, guests can explore nearby attractions, including Brighton Palace Pier and the SEA LIFE Brighton aquarium, both within 1 km. Local public transport options include bus services from Palace Pier and Pool Valley Coach Station.

Family-Friendly & Accessibility

The Old Ship Hotel welcomes families, offering a children's menu and dining options tailored for younger guests. The hotel's location makes it easy to enjoy the local beach, just a short walk away. Parking is available on-site or nearby for added convenience.

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The Old Ship Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Twin Room

2 persons

80 sq. feet

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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Standard Double Room

2 persons

65 sq. feet

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Double Room Sea View

2 persons

65 sq. feet

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Standard King Room

2 persons

90 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Facilities

The Old Ship Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Facilities: Very good

7.1/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Pet amenities available
Housekeeping
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Beach access
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
Rollaway beds

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

The Old Ship Hotel Location

Kings Road, Brighton, United Kingdom, BN1 1NR

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Kings Road, Brighton, United Kingdom, BN1 1NR

City landmarks

Landmark

North Laine

2300 ft

Tower

British Airways i360

2700 ft

Landmark

West Pier

2800 ft

Harbour

Brighton Palace Pier

4900 ft

Museum

Brighton Toy and Model Museum

3600 ft

Landmark

Brighton Museum and Art Gallery

2200 ft

Event hall

The Old Market

4600 ft

Shopping Area

Churchill Square Shopping Centre

2000 ft

Museum

Museum of Penny Slot Machines

2400 ft

Market

Brighton Open Market

1.1 mi

Landmark

Gaming arcades

2300 ft

Landmark

Brighton Buddhist Centre

2300 ft

Museum

The Regency Town House

3700 ft

Parking area

Regency Square

2400 ft

Landmark

The Doughnut

2400 ft

Landmark

Kemptown

1.1 mi

Garden

The Old Steine

3500 ft

Nearby

Garden

Royal Pavilion

1600 ft

Aquarium

SEA LIFE Brighton

1900 ft

North Street

Jubilee Clock Tower

1800 ft

Mall

The Lanes

1700 ft

Gallery

Fabrica

1100 ft

Beach

Brighton Beach

2000 ft

Museum

Old Police Cells Museum

600 ft

Church

Parish Church Of Saint Paul

900 ft

250c King_s Road Arches

Mechanical Memories Museum

200 ft

Kings Road

The Golden Spiral

1900 ft

Gallery

Kellie Miller Arts

600 ft

Gallery

Zorian Artworks

800 ft

Gallery

Two Kats and a Cow Gallery

1200 ft

Restaurants

Food for Friends

1500 ft

The Lanes 17 Prince Albert Street

JB's American Diner

100 ft

31 Kings Road

The Wardroom

0 ft

32-38 Kings Road

Jia Mo

200 ft

2 Ship Street

Lucky Beach

1800 ft

183 Kings Road Arches Brighton Beach

Lucky Voice Brighton

100 ft

8 Black Lion Street

Pho

500 ft

12 Black Lion Street

Noori's

400 ft

71 Ship Street

Donatello

1200 ft

1-3 Brighton Place The Lanes

The Walrus

400 ft

10 Ship Street

American diner

200 ft

Brighton sea front near the old ship hotel

The Buccaneer

1700 ft

186 Kings Road Arches

Terre A Terre

800 ft

71 East St

Getting around

City Centre

Brighton10 min · 2700 ft

Airports

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)65 min · 26.8 mi

Southampton Airport (SOU)159 min · 65.6 mi

Train

Brighton railway station12 min · 3300 ft

Bus

Bus stop2 min · 400 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:59

Check-out

until 11 am

Guest Parking

No parking available.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Breakfast

A full breakfast is served at the price of GBP15 per person per day.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Languages

English, German, Spanish, Italian, Polish, Russian

Number of floors:

Number of rooms:

151

Former name

Barcelo

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Old Ship Hotel from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 3870 verified reviews

7.0/10

Very good

65%

Recommend

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Comfort

7.7/10

Facilities

7.1/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.4/10

Location

9.3/10

Staff

8.7/10

Value for money

7.4/10

based on 4370 reviews

4/5

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