The Old Ship Hotel
31-38 Kings Road, Brighton & Hove, East Sussex - England, BN1 1NR, United Kingdom
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31-38 Kings Road, Brighton & Hove, East Sussex - England, BN1 1NR, United Kingdom
This striking Georgian property is on the seafront, overlooking Brighton beach. The property is just a 5-minute walk from Brighton Pier, shops, lively bars and popular restaurants. Brighton Old Ship Hotel’s accommodations is well equipped with a TV, tea/coffee facilities and a work area in each room. All rooms have a private bathroom, and some enjoy sea views. Enjoy a relaxing drink in the hotels bar with views across Brighton promenade. The spectacular Royal Pavilion, the neighboring Theater Royal, Brighton Dome and Brighton center can be reached with just a 5-minute stroll. Brighton Rail Station is half a mile from the hotel. Exciting updates are underway across our hotel as we refresh and enhance our spaces. We’re open as usual and look forward to welcoming you. Please note scaffolding has been erected at the front of the hotel affecting our seaview bedrooms

Hotel Services and Facilities

Free WiFi Free parking Free breakfast Pet friendly

Hotel facilities

  • Bar
  • 24-Hour Front Desk
  • Express Check-In/Check-Out
  • Elevator
  • Packed lunches
  • Heating
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Snack bar
  • Beachfront
  • 24-hour security
  • Concierge services
  • Family Rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Daily Housekeeping
  • Non-Smoking Rooms Available
  • Wine/champagne
  • Fruits
  • Pet basket
  • Pet bowls
  • Smoke alarms
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
  • First aid kit available
  • Cashless payment available
  • Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Invoices
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
  • Electronic room key
  • CCTV security in common areas
  • Daily disinfection
  • Laundry services
  • Luggage storage & lockers
  • Non-smoking property
  • Restaurant (special diets available)
  • Physical/social distancing guidelines
  • Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
  • Kid-friendly dining
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The Old Ship Hotel
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  • Gatwick Airport - 22.72 mi
  • Goodwood Airfield - 27.09 mi
  • London Biggin Hill - 36.05 mi

Museums

  • Fishing Museum - 270 f
  • Brighton Fishing Museum - 271 f
  • Contact Gallery Brighton - 383 f
  • The Penny Arcade Museum - 0.22 mi
  • Brighton Museum & Art Gallery - 0.28 mi
  • George Street Gallery - 0.29 mi
  • White Gallery - 0.50 mi
  • Museum of Penny Slot Machines - 0.50 mi
  • Brighton Toy Museum - 0.55 mi
  • Brighton Toy & Model Museum - 0.55 mi
  • The Phoenix Gallery - 0.63 mi
  • D-Day Aviation Museum - 0.90 mi
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stayed in October, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in October, 2026
Guest Score 6 out of 10
Pleasant
How close you was to the seafront and bars ,& restaurants
Building work going on in the hotel. Not being told about it until the day we checked in
stayed in October, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
stayed in October, 2026
Guest Score 3 out of 10
Poor
The blood stains on our bed sheet. Noticing this when we went to bed we rang down to reception who did not offer us any alternative. The following morning as we checked out we complained again and were given a card with the manager's name and email. We contacted him with a description and photos but heard nothing. Booking. com also complained on our behalf and heard nothing. You would think something like this requires compensation. The room cost over £200. The more you think about it the more disgraceful it becomes. The photos were from the evening when the stains were discovered and in the morning when the light was better.
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 6 out of 10
Pleasant
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Missed having chairs and tables outside
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
great price, Very convenient spot as well for us to go out and do stuff in the city.
nothing it was perfect
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
I love the hotel’s location and the breakfast is always a treat!
A renovation is required in some areas of the hotel.
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
On the seafront, perfect
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 6 out of 10
Pleasant
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
The location
It's currently under a major refurbishment and I can't wait to go back
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 2 out of 10
Poor
Unfortunately, we feel the hotel was misrepresented when we booked. The images and description advertised an experience that simply was not available on arrival, and had we been given an accurate picture beforehand, we would have chosen alternative accommodation. We arrived to find the front of the hotel completely covered in scaffolding, with no prior notification. While we appreciate that maintenance work is sometimes unavoidable, guests should be informed in advance, particularly when it significantly impacts the appearance and atmosphere of a seafront hotel. More importantly, key facilities that influenced our decision to book were unavailable. One of the advertised bars was closed, and the seafront outdoor terrace shown in the hotel's promotional images no longer existed, instead consisting of a few chairs placed outside behind scaffolding. As we specifically chose a Brighton seafront hotel to enjoy its outdoor spaces, this was a major disappointment and not the experience we had paid for. The hotel also felt very dated, with several areas noticeably unclean, further adding to the sense that the property did not reflect how it had been marketed. We believe we were unable to make an informed booking because important information about the ongoing works and unavailable facilities was not disclosed. Charging full price while key aspects of the advertised experience are unavailable is not acceptable.
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 1 out of 10
Very Poor
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
Staff friendly and helpful. Room was perfect location. Lots of history.
Its sadly closing for renovation
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
Staff friendly and helpful. Room was perfect location. Lots of history.
Its sadly closing for renovation
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
Location
No tv when arrived , moved three times before room was up to scratch, scaffolding on hotel
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Area information

    Airports Show all on map »

    • Gatwick Airport - 22.72 mi
    • Goodwood Airfield - 27.09 mi
    • London Biggin Hill - 36.05 mi

    Museums

      Art Galleries Show all on map »
      • Fishing Museum - 270 f
      • Brighton Fishing Museum - 271 f
      • Contact Gallery Brighton - 383 f
      • The Penny Arcade Museum - 0.22 mi
      • Brighton Museum & Art Gallery - 0.28 mi
      • George Street Gallery - 0.29 mi
      • White Gallery - 0.50 mi
      • Museum of Penny Slot Machines - 0.50 mi
      • Brighton Toy Museum - 0.55 mi
      • Brighton Toy & Model Museum - 0.55 mi
      • The Phoenix Gallery - 0.63 mi
      • D-Day Aviation Museum - 0.90 mi

    Transport

      Train stations Show all on map »
      • Volks Railway - 0.28 mi
      • Brighton railway station - 0.57 mi

    Attractions/Entertainment

      Zoo Show all on map »
      • Victoria Gardens - 0.29 mi
      • St. Anns Well Gardens and Cafe - 0.98 mi
      • Sealife Centre - 1.00 mi

    Other attractions

      Monuments and Landmarks Show all on map »
      • Brighton Clock Tower - 213 f
      • Peace Statue - 334 f
      • North Laine - 0.28 mi
      Historical Buildings Show all on map »
      • West Pier - 334 f
      • Mrs Fitzherberts House - 950 f
      • St Mary and St Abraam Coptic Orthodox Church - 0.95 mi
      Stadiums, Arenas, and Racetracks Show all on map »
      • Pavilion Theatre - 566 f
      • The Royal Pavilion - 920 f
      • Brighton Dome - 0.23 mi
      • Royal Pavilion - 0.23 mi
      Famous Streets Show all on map »
      • West Street Brighton - 729 f
      Theatres Show all on map »
      • Theatre Royal - 0.25 mi
      Colleges and Universities Show all on map »
      • University of Brighton Art Gallery - 0.40 mi
      Shopping Center Show all on map »
      • Churchill Square Shopping Centre - 0.45 mi
      Golf Courses Show all on map »
      • Hollingbury Park Golf Course - 0.92 mi
      Other Show all on map »
      • Visitor Information Centre - 233 f
      • Artists Quarter - 266 f
      • Brighton Media Centre - 383 f
      • Brighton and Hove Jewish Congregation - 383 f
      • Visual Imprints Artspace - 385 f
      • Fabrica - 711 f
      • The Brighton Centre - 0.21 mi
      • South Downs Way - 0.22 mi
      • Sea Life Brighton - 0.25 mi
      • The Ellipse - 0.28 mi
      • Brighton Centre - 0.30 mi
      • Brighton Pier - 0.32 mi
      • Brighton Buddhist Centre - 0.33 mi
      • Komedia - 0.36 mi
      • Sussex Arts Club - 0.47 mi
      • Old Market Arts Centre - 0.76 mi
      • Brighton Pier - 0.87 mi
      • Brighton Racecourse - 1.04 mi

The Old Ship Hotel

31-38 Kings Road, Brighton & Hove, East Sussex - England, BN1 1NR, United Kingdom