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About the Hotel

Old Steine, Brighton, United Kingdom, BN1 1NH
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Close to Brighton Beach
Very good
7.5
7.6
/10
3.3
4.3
/5

Rooms and Bathrooms

A&O Brighton Beach, 1 km from Brighton, offers family rooms with private bathrooms fitted with a shower and a hairdryer. These rooms include bunk-style beds, featuring a double bed below a single bed. The quadruple room includes a private bathroom fitted with a shower and a hairdryer, and has three beds. Every room features heating and carpeted floor.

Dining at A&O

Guests can enjoy all-you-can-eat cooked breakfast options, including sausages, bacon, eggs, hash browns, tomatoes, and beans. For around £7, the self-service offers plates of crispy bacon, sausages, hash browns, and scrambled eggs, plus warm croissants, yogurts, and fresh fruit. Breakfast is served from 07:30 - 09:00 on weekdays and 07:30 - 10:00 at weekends. The ground floor dining room is open until 11am at weekends.

Leisure and Socializing

The hostel includes a spacious café-bar and lounge overlooking the Old Steine, and a games area with ping pong and table football. There is also a licensed bar offering a range of alcohol and soft drinks. Guests can head to some of the best comedy, cabaret and music venues in the south.

Location and Activities

A&O Brighton Beach is 45 km from London Gatwick. The hostel is a mere 50 paces from the beach, the neon-lit attractions of the pier, and the shops, bars and restaurants in the Lanes. Landmarks nearby include: The Lanes (0.5 km), Museum of Penny Slot Machines (1 km), The Old Market (2 km), Brighton Museum and Art Gallery (0.5 km), Jubilee Clock Tower (0.5 km), British Airways i360 (1 km), Churchill Square Shopping Centre (1 km), West Pier (1 km), Brighton Toy and Model Museum (1 km), and Brighton Palace Pier (0.5 km). Brighton Marina Watersports Sea Sailing School is located just east of Brighton city centre and offers powerboat rides, dinghy sailing, yacht sailing and powerboat training. Wild Park offers trails for both downhill riders and freeriders.

Services and Essentials

Guests will need to provide proof of identify that matches the name and address on the booking. Staff are available with suggestions of what to do and where to go. There's no hospitality tray or even glasses for water. Onsite restaurants are available. Parking is sparse and a bit pricey if you're staying more than one night.

“A&O Brighton Beach offers a seaview that's hard to beat for the price, even if the surrounding scene has a bit of grit. I appreciate the hostel's value, and the staff's commitment to standards. Just know that a tidy-up is expected; it's part of keeping things sweet for everyone.”
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Cozy rooms, spacious suites, and family-friendly homes, all with flexible cancellation policies & special deals
Single Room
2 persons
65 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
Double Room
2 persons
130 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Six-Bed Room
2 persons
175 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Quadruple Room
2 persons
175 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
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Facilities

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Facilities: Very good
7.6/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

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

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Beach access
  • Live entertainment
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Heating
  • Garden furniture

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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A&O Brighton Beach Location

Old Steine, Brighton, United Kingdom, BN1 1NH
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Old Steine, Brighton, United Kingdom, BN1 1NH
Nearby
Garden
Royal Pavilion
900 ft
Aquarium
SEA LIFE Brighton
1800 ft
Mall
The Lanes
1300 ft
Church St Royal Pavilion Gardens
Brighton Museum and Art Gallery
1300 ft
Gallery
Fabrica
1700 ft
Beach
Brighton Beach
2000 ft
Garden
The Old Steine
500 ft
Museum
Old Police Cells Museum
600 ft
Church
Parish Church Of Saint Paul
1800 ft
Gallery
Zorian Artworks
500 ft
Gallery
Kellie Miller Arts
700 ft
Gallery
George Street Gallery
1100 ft
250c King_s Road Arches
Mechanical Memories Museum
1200 ft
Gallery
artrepublic Brighton Gallery
1500 ft
Restaurants
Boho Gelato
400 ft
6 Pool Valley Near Seafront
Happy Maki
1000 ft
8 Pool Valley Coach Station
Martin's Burger House
300 ft
8 East Street
Seasiders
1400 ft
251-254 Kings Road Arches
Sushi Fusion
1000 ft
31 Old Steine
What the Pitta
1100 ft
14 East Street
Yog
300 ft
Frozen yogurt 7 East Street
Grand Junction licensed cafe
1800 ft
250D Kings Road Arches
Eat Naked
1100 ft
16 East Street Arcade East Street Arcade
Explore Brighton
Explore Brighton
Top Attractions
Activities
Dining
Entertainment
Royal Pavilion
4 minutes' walk
A former royal residence, noted for its exotic architecture and beautiful gardens, ideal for history enthusiasts.
Brighton Palace Pier
9 minutes' walk
An iconic seaside amusement pier featuring rides, arcades, and food stalls offering fun for all ages.
SEA LIFE Brighton
7 minutes' walk
The oldest operating aquarium in the world, showcasing marine life, interactive displays, and conservation exhibits.
The Lanes
5 minutes' walk
A charming network of narrow streets filled with independent shops, cafes, and historic buildings, perfect for shopping.
Water Sports at Brighton Beach
15 minutes' walk
Water sports including paddle boarding and jet skiing are available near the beach, suitable for thrill-seekers.
Yoga at Queen's Park
16 minutes' walk
Serene outdoor yoga sessions in Queen's Park offer relaxation amidst nature. Classes suit all skill levels.
Happy Maki
4 minutes' walk
A quirky eatery specializing in vegan sushi with a vibrant atmosphere. Reservations are recommended for groups.
Martin's Burger House
1 minute' walk
Casual burger joint known for juicy patties and loaded fries, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
The Old Market
20 minutes' walk
A charming venue hosting live performances including theater, music, and comedy, appealing to diverse audiences.
Gaming Arcades
9 minutes' walk
Brighton's gaming arcades offer a fun-filled experience with classic games, ideal for family outings or solo fun.
Getting around
City Centre
Brighton9 min  ·  2300 ft
Airports
London Gatwick (LGW)64 min  ·  26.4 mi
Southampton (SOU)160 min  ·  65.9 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
from 01:00-10:00
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of GBP11 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, Spanish, Dutch, Portuguese, Czech, Yoruba
Number of rooms:
131
Former name
a&o brighton palace pier

Reviews and Ratings

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A&O Brighton Beach offers spacious rooms, with some even boasting beautiful sea views. Guests appreciate the convenience of the location, being just a stone's throw from the beach and pier, and next to the coach station; also, many enjoyed having a well-equipped kitchen with an induction cooker, oven, and microwave. Some guests mentioned that the walls and windows in some rooms can show signs of humidity, however, most found the rooms clean and bathrooms modern, also with a spacious shower or a luxurious bath-tub.
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Review score
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7.4/10
Very good
73%
Recommend
Location
9.1/10
Staff
8.6/10
Facilities
7.6/10
Cleanliness
7.7/10
Pros
Friendly staff
Clean bedrooms
Great value
Cons
Smelly foods
Early check-out
Broken bathroom light
Guest reviews
based on 1170 reviews
7.4/10
based on 2657 reviews
7.5/10
Joshua from United Kingdom
Single
Double Room
3 nights in October 2025
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Reviewed:January 15, 2026
9.0/10

Central and well-equipped stay

helpful staffkitchen facilitiesconvenient location
The bar area was open 24/7. A lift was available. I was able to use the kitchen facilities. The staff members were consistently friendly and helpful . Public underground parking was available next door. I found it convenient to unload my belongings outside.
There was only one bathroom in the room. This sometimes caused delays.
Location
9/10
The location provided quick access to numerous restaurants and pubs. The reception operated around the clock, offering constant accessibility. The proximity to amenities made exploring the area easy.
Service
8/10
The staff consistently offered assistance. I could use the kitchen to prepare food. The lounge provided a space to relax and socialize. The availability of a 24/7 bar offered constant refreshment options.
Dining
9/10
The bar had a good selection of pizza. Breakfast included sufficient options. The availability of coffee was a plus. It was great that the bar was open 24/7, offering options at any time.
Rooms
10/10
The room was a nice size. The room had a lift. The room included a view. The room was very clean. The bed had good pillows.
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Sebastian from Germany
Single
Single Room
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:December 17, 2025
7/10
great locationhelpful staffluggage roompoor breakfast choicewithered windowsmall bench
I was grateful for the amazing location. It was a great value for the money I paid. Staff members were helpful to me. The luggage room was also helpful.
The breakfast could have been better. There was a poor choice of food options. The room only included a bed and a small bench for stuff. Window frames looked withered away.
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George from United Kingdom
Family with children
Double Room
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:December 06, 2025
8/10
bus stopopen cafe
The location was close to the bus stop making travel easy. the cafe was open all day and night. I found this convenient!
the noise from the street was noticeable at night.
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Archie from United Kingdom
Single
Double Room
3 nights in August 2025
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Reviewed:September 15, 2025
6/10
street noisemixed dorm
the room faced the street noise got worse i thought replacing windows would help the noise a loud woman came into the room at 130am she was confused at my presence in a mixed dorm she left the light on to talk to reception i didnt think you could check in after midnight
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Samuel from United Kingdom
Single
Double Room
3 nights in August 2025
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Reviewed:August 26, 2025
8.7/10

Efficient Stay Near the Seafront

fast receptioncomfortable bedclean roomhelpful lift
The reception was fast. my bed was comfortable. the room was clean. the price i paid seemed fair, especially considering the location. i found a vending machine (stocked with snacks and drinks!) in the lobby. It was really helpful. the lift was also a great convenience, especially since my luggage was quite heavy. i appreciate the availability of luggage storage after checkout.
the limited number of power sockets made charging multiple devices a bit difficult.
Location
9/10
this location is very near the seafront. i found it to be within walking distance of many local attractions. the proximity to public transportation made getting around very easy, especially travelling outside of the immediate area.
Facilities
8/10
the hotel features a bar. there is a luggage storage area, very useful for early arrivals or late departures. vending machines are available, offering various snacks and beverages for purchase.
Rooms
9/10
my double room had high ceilings and a large window. fresh linen was provided. the bathroom included a shower. my bed was really comfortable (i slept very well each night!).
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FAQs
About A&O Brighton Beach
What time is check-in and check-out at A&O Brighton Beach?
Check-in is at 15:00 and check-out is at 10:00.
What are the breakfast options available at A&O Brighton Beach?
Breakfast is available for an additional charge of £11 and includes a variety of cooked items.
What are some nearby attractions to A&O Brighton Beach?
Nearby attractions include the Royal Pavilion (0.5 km), Brighton Pier (0.5 km), and The Lanes (0.3 km).
What dining options does A&O Brighton Beach offer?
The hotel features a licensed bar and restaurant that offers meals and snacks.
Is free Wi-Fi available at A&O Brighton Beach?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available in all public areas of the hotel.
What amenities are available for children at A&O Brighton Beach?
The hotel provides cots and a children's menu for young guests.
How far is A&O Brighton Beach from London Gatwick Airport?
The hotel is 45 km from London Gatwick Airport.
Which languages do the staff speak at A&O Brighton Beach?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English.
What public transportation options are near A&O Brighton Beach?
The Old Steine south bus stop is a short distance from the hotel.

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