The Old Ship Hotel

Sailing into Brighton... The Old Ship is indeed old (clue is in the name...) and as a result does look a little down at heel in places. None of this shabby chic in any way detracted from our stay, which was good value, in a really comfortable room (on the 4th floor which meant that our Seaview room wasn't too noisy), and curated by a brilliant team of staff who simply couldn't do enough for us. One notable member of staff was the duty manager on the desk on the evening of the 30th Sept but whose name I didn't get. He very kindly came up to our room to show how to open the windows I had been struggling with, and managed to avoid suggesting that I was either too weak or too dim to manage it (both of which were probably true). If you do choose a higher room be ready to climb stairs, or wait patiently for the lift. It was installed in 1920 so is therefore, understandably., rather slow and small!

Old dirty and tired building Hotel in need of major update and renovation. Stickers everywhere saying it’s an old hotel. Room in need of a good clean. Wallpaper hanging off, tiles needed re grouting and cleaning where mould was. Paintwork chipped and damaged and ceiling peeling off in the bathroom. Not a great experience. Would not stay there again.

Bank holiday Scooter rally. Great location. Central to everything. Hotel entertainment was excellent with a singer on every day. The reception areas, bar etc was great but the bedrooms could do with a refurb. No hot water for a shower even after constant complaining. Would recommend but does need some tlc.

Great location Great location. Staff are friendly and helpful. A big thank you to David the duty manager as we had an issue with the room and he sorted it for us, no hassle and free upgrade, very professional and friendly, also the maintenance team, very helpful. The hotel really needs a good makeover, other than that it was a comfortable stay.

Nice all round decent visit Not going to lie. The other reviews on here worried us. But imho they are a tad harsh. Ok it cannot be denied that the place is tired. The carpets have gaffer tape on them here and there, the lift is very slow indeed, the radiators have the odd spot of rust. The parking is at a premium and must be reserved. Granted. Oh and the bacon and sausages at breakfast are almost anaemic (but the rest is very nice) But this is all unimportant and far far outweighed by the great location (theres a reason it is brightons oldest hotel and the convinience of the spot. On the seafront literally a stones throw from the pier and right next door to a fish n chippy cannot be beat) and the easy parking (on site if you reserve or right nextdoor to a ncp carpark if you dont), the warmth and efficiency of the staff, the comfy beds, and the nice relaxed way it is run. The old ship is basically a decent CLEAN place to stay and the real acid test is that we both did so and would happily do so again. We have stayed in several places in brighton over the years. And admittedly some of the b&bs could beat the ship on decor and upkeep. But not overall. If you want to visit brighton basically you would be hard pushed to find a place located and run like this for a sensible a price like this and if you do stay here you will not be dissapointed.