Ruby Pub & Hotel

Hotels
OYO Rooms
7.2 (186 reviews)
RUBY Guest Accommodation Coldean Lane , Brighton & Hove , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
Laundry
Express check-in/check-out
Bar
Meeting/banquet facilities
Barber/beauty shop
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Noisy environment

Categories

Cleanliness
5.76
Several reviews indicated issues with cleanliness and dirty rooms.
Service
8.73
Many reviews highlighted friendly staff and good service experiences.
Location
8.77
Convenient location close to the stadium, well-liked by guests.
Room Quality
6.72
Rooms described as small and basic, some complaints about comfort.
Amenities
7.25
Some positive mentions about amenities, though limitations were noted.
Value for Money
6.71
Reviews suggest that the pricing may not match room quality and experience.
Food and Beverage
6.26
Limited food options reported, with some disappointments regarding availability.
Overall Experience
7.43
Overall experience reflects a mix of positives and negatives; feedback was mostly balanced.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-18 06:42

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located in Brighton & Hove, OYO Ruby Pub & Hotel offers easy access to popular attractions like Komedia and Brighton Dome. Universities and the American Express Community Stadium are also within close proximity.

Comfortable Accommodation
Guests can enjoy a comfortable stay in well-equipped rooms featuring a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries. The terrace provides a relaxing spot to unwind.

Delicious Dining Options
Indulge in traditional pub food served throughout the day at the on-site bar and restaurant. Perfect for satisfying cravings after a day of exploring.

Ready to experience the charm of OYO Ruby Pub & Hotel? Book your stay now and make unforgettable memories in Brighton & Hove.

Important information:

The bar/restaurant serves food from Tuesdays to Sundays, from lunchtime onwards.

Takeaways and food deliveries from outside the RUBY establishment are not allowed in the accommodations.

On match days guests need to buy a permit from the property which costs GBP 8 per day.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.2
Based on 186 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.76
Service: 8.73
Location: 8.77
Room Quality: 6.72
Amenities: 7.25
Value for Money: 6.71
Food and Beverage: 6.26
Overall Experience: 7.43
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Lisa couple gb
8
Would stay again for a short stay, it was good for our plans for the trip we made to Brighton. An added bonus of free pa
Pros:

Value for money. Hotel is out of town, but there are good bus links into the city centre and seafront, with a bus stop directly outside the accommodation.
We had a comfortable sleep, bedding was clean.
Parking available either on site (although limited spaces) or on surrounding residential streets. Be sure to get a parking permit from the bar if you are parking on a match day.
We had dinner on our first night and breakfast on both mornings. Food was lovely, reasonably priced, but for us it was the hospitality of Dennis and Cheryl in the pub who made our stay a lovely experience.
Both very friendly and helpful. Dennis makes a mean breakfast and was a fantastic host, nothing was too much trouble.

Cons:

Nothing that we didn’t like as such, but just a couple of small things to note.
Shower water pressure not the best, but not unacceptable. Bathroom was generally clean, but I did have to wipe the tiles in the shower down before using it as there were hairs stuck to the walls. For me that’s a big ick, but for others may not be an issue.
The sealant around the shower tray and shower door could do with replacing due to black marks (possibly moisture damage), but again nothing too offensive.
The room was a comfortable size, but don’t expect a large room (we booked the deluxe double).
It’s comfortable enough for two if you’re just looking for somewhere to lay your head for a night or two.
No where to hang clothes apart from a hanger on an over door hook on bathroom door.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Subodh extended_group gb
3
Not a pleasant stay.
Pros:

Staff were friendly. Cheap hotel on the SDW cycle route

Cons:

Noise++
The reviews about the karaoke underneath the room were not wrong.
Room was unbearably hot.
Traffic noise meant couldn’t open a window

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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George extended_group gb
8
Pros:

Great customer service and value for money

Cons:

Staff was great and location

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Patrick solo_traveller gb
10
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Jennifer solo_traveller gb
8
Fantastic service, very clean and comfortable
Pros:

The man who checked us in and was cleaning the rooms gave us exceptional customer service, the room was very clean, and comfortable bed. A fan was provided in the room as it was very hot.

Cons:

The shower was difficult to get to a sensible temperature, either way too hot or way too cold, no in-between. Otherwise fantastic.

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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HUSSAIN couple gb
9
2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Dhiraj couple gb
10
2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Sue extended_group gb
7
Pros:

Location excellent for where we needed
Friendly staff

Cons:

Air conditioning would be great
The double room was very compact

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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hoyland couple gb
10
Would go again!
Pros:

Great location. Attentive Staff Big thanks to Anketh!
Free parking! Showed me where to park on arrival (: Lovely room, bed, terrace and view.

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Heather couple gb
7
2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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F.G.J. couple nl
7
2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Christopher solo_traveller gb
8
2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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diane solo_traveller fr
6
2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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David couple gb
4
Not a good place to stay, best avoided unless absolutely desperate.
Pros:

Young women at the bar on arrival was very helpful. The food at breakfast OK. Without the roof terrace the room would have been unbearable. Room was clean enough. The shower worked and was clean enough.

Cons:

Communication with staff on booking and before arriving was impossible. No reply. Only received an email once we were on our way. No one answered our phone calls. Very basic accommodation. Tiny room with only 1ft between bed and wall on two sides. Very claustrophobic , hot and airless. Window opened just a above the smokers at the front, who continued their loud conversations till just after closing time. Bloke making breakfast was unwelcoming and didn't seem to want to be there or care that we were guests. Whole place seemed be run on a shoestring without any management present and no real concern for customer service other than the very basics.

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Russell solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Fridge in the room.

Cons:

Be careful. The fridge back gets hot and it's right next to the bed. When you are asleep you can easily touch the back of the fridge.

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Pounder solo_traveller gb
6
2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Martin couple gb
8
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Leonce solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Janet solo_traveller gb
8
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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John solo_traveller gb
5
Pros:

Well laid out room

Cons:

Room cramped

2026-06-27 via Nuitee