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Reviews of a&o Brighton Beach 2 stars

Old Steine, Brighton & Hove, BN1 1NH, United Kingdom

Review score

Based on 1929 hostel reviews

7.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.1

  • Comfort

    8.0

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    7.7

  • Staff

    8.9

  • Value for money

    8.2

  • Free WiFi

    6.8

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  • Reviewed: 8 November 2024

    8.0
    i am always happy in Brighton as it is a good place to visit.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    None.

    My bedroom is good and happy with the bed it is quite comfty. i am happy with the location as it is not far from the city centre and the beach. Good location for shopping, the bonus that they actually opened the kitchen for self-service which is very good,

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 November 2024

    8.0
    Incredible value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our room directly faced the nightclub outside, with the smoking area and queue right outside the window. Obviously not much to be done about this but my suggestion would be take ear plugs!! Only other downside was that as checkout was stated as 10am I paid for late checkout but turns out on Sunday checkout is 11am so we didn't need to use it.

    For the money the hotel was incredible value. Great location, luggage storage while we waited, suprisingly comfy bed. The room was really large and the bathroom and bedroom both absolutely spotless we were impressed.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 November 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Excellent location in the centre of Brighton not far from the centre and pier.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 November 2024

    9.0
    Good price
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The WiFi didn't work

    Everything was fine. Keep in mind that if you reserve through booking you won't be able to do the check in through the a&o app.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 November 2024

    9.0
    Very nice but could get better
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The building is old. The door lock didn’t work in my room, either the air conditioner. There was also a lot of noise at night (people partying and screaming from the street). The hostel also lacked activities to meet new people.

    The location was the best, it is a few steps away from the beach and the pier and you can catch a bus very easily. The bed was very comfy and everything was clean. The staff was super nice! I would definitely stay here again:)

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 November 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I would have liked a side light, only because I prefer subtle lighting.

    Excellent check-in. Saw it was my birthday on my id and wished me a happy birthday. Information provided about services was spot on. Room more than adequate. Great night's sleep. Great service from all the staff. I will definitely stay here again. Such great value for money.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 November 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Always a friendy welcome.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 November 2024

    7.0
    It was good generally for a one-night stay but due to the bathroom issues I would not stay longer.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom had a bath/shower setup. Faucets were just at top of bath not mid way up to shower head? Bath did not have a non-slip surface or grip bath mat? This is serious accident waiting to happen!!!! There fire did not use the bath or shower. Portable heater was on the shared room but did not work. Windows did not open for fresh air?!

    Central, clean, inexpensive

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 October 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bathroom didn’t have shower so it made it very difficult with only the tub

    The view from my bedroom and the location of the hotel

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 October 2024

    9.0
    Would recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room smells a bit odd, but since it's shared by many people I don't really have complaints.

    Location superb, easy to get to everywhere on foot. Lovely staff.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 October 2024

    8.0
    One night only, had a great time
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    That you can hear everything

    The location, the staff were really helpful and friendly

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 October 2024

    9.0
    A quick overnight stay in a comfortable, safe and welcoming hostel in a great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Towel charge is reasonable, £1.75 but wish I had remembered my own

    Great location. Beautiful historic building. Modern, clean hostel with great atmosphere and friendly staff. All you need for a simple hostel stay.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 October 2024

    7.0
    OK for one night
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The windows are old and the noise from people outside the clubs is annoying late at night. They also give your bed sheets at reception when checking in and you need to put them onto your bed which is awkward and not nice for the guests. The breakfast is overly expensive at 11GBP

    The staff was very friendly, Near the bus from Gatwick.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 October 2024

    7.0
    Perfect for us I would again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room carpet was a little bit dirty and stained, nightclub open until 4am over the road noisy

    Everything was good checkin easy, great location helpful staff.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 October 2024

    7.0
    Great Location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Shared a room with 4 other men in a 6 bed dorm, as the only female would have been nice to have a better ratio of genders. Not the hostels fault but lots of snoring, barely slept so bring earplugs

    Good kitchen facilities Amazing location Friendly staff kitchen was clean and easy to use Water refill station Room was large Charging and light at bed

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 October 2024

    7.0
    Affortable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was very simple and there were not many furniture.

    Good location near the bust stops.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 October 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was 2 times smaller than it was on the photo

    Clean, facilities are great, staff is friendly

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 October 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was good

    I havto ne brutally honest with you this hotel is a 5* quality and service

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 October 2024

    8.0
    Great place
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was a bit noisy at night. We could hear kids chatting till the early hours and whoever was in the room above was moving about a lot and we could hear the floor boards creaking. That said we would stay here again.

    The staff are super friendly and the property is in a good position for a stay in Brighton. The room was clean and comfortable.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 October 2024

    9.0
    Affordable, no frills and budget-friendly hostel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The hostel was value for money. It was in a really convenient location to the bars, beachfront and the Lanes. Room was basic but it met what we needed; we were there for a one night stay as we were in Brighton to enjoy the night life and shopping. The room was very warm and did let in noise from the hallway. Overall, a wonderful one night stay. Very cheap and cheerful accommodation. Late check out was available at 12 noon -also very affordable; always check with the reception staff.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 October 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bathtub was filled with an orange substance that we were told was enamel but it didn't look like it.

    The bed was comfortable and the view was beautiful.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 October 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    everything went well

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 October 2024

    8.0
    great value for money for a private en suite room
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    no kettle in the room, was my only gripe. but there was a kitchen downstairs where we could make tea.

    pleasantly surprised by this. we had a private room, with en suite. The room was very large and had a view of the sea, and of brighton pier. the hotel was very close to the seafront, and there were also lots of cafes and shops nearby.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 October 2024

    9.0
    Great stay with fab view.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location, excellent staff and a 24hr bar with giant Connect 4 game!

    Stayed in October 2024

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