a&o Brighton Beach

Hotels
A&O Hotels & Hostels
7.7 (3857 reviews)
Old Steine , Brighton & Hove , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Bar
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Friendly staff
Cons:
No central heating
Confusing food pricing

Categories

Cleanliness
7.28
Some reviews mention clean toilets, but overall cleanliness has mixed feedback, suggesting room for improvement.
Service
8.25
Generally friendly staff, but one negative experience with a grumpy staff member noted.
Location
8.79
Consistently praised for its good location with easy access to attractions.
Room Quality
7.74
Room quality received mixed reviews; some tenants noted noise issues and that rooms were sometimes unprepared.
Amenities
7.27
Some amenities are noted to be lacking, like central heating and coffee making facilities.
Value for Money
8.73
Considered good value for money by many guests given the location and rates.
Food and Beverage
6.28
No free coffee or tea; confusion about breakfast pricing.
Overall Experience
7.25
Overall a decent experience with some guests expressing they may not return due to various issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 18:27

Property Description

Enchanting Brighton Getaway at YHA Hostel Brighton

Immerse yourself in the vibrant seaside city of Brighton at YHA Hostel Brighton, just a stone's throw away from the seafront, city centre, and pier.

Unmatched Convenience and Comfort

Indulge in en-suite rooms, a licensed bar, and a restaurant serving delectable meals and snacks. Enjoy the convenience of a conference room and complimentary WiFi in all public areas.

Exciting Nightlife and Entertainment

Experience Brighton's lively nightlife with cocktail bars, music venues, and traditional pubs at your doorstep. Explore Brighton Marina's shopping mall, waterfront dining, cinema, bowling alley, casino, and fitness centre just 2.7 miles away.

Book your unforgettable Brighton adventure at YHA Hostel Brighton today!

Important information:

Breakfast price is reduced by 50% for children aged 7–17 years.

When booking for 10 people or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Please note that pets are only allowed in private rooms for an additional charge.

Towels are not included in the rate of dorm rooms. Guests can rent them at the property for an additional charge or bring their own.

Please note that all guests need to provide a valid ID at check-in.

Please note that all special requests are subject to availability, and additional charges may apply.Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: LGW

Location

Guest Reviews

7.7
Based on 3857 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.28
Service: 8.25
Location: 8.79
Room Quality: 7.74
Amenities: 7.27
Value for Money: 8.73
Food and Beverage: 6.28
Overall Experience: 7.25
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Paola couple it
10
2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Anja solo_traveller de
3
2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Anja solo_traveller de
3
2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Leo family_with_children fr
9
2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Sonja family_with_children ch
10
2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Sonja solo_traveller ch
10
2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Danika solo_traveller gb
6
2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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CLARE couple gb
3
Would not stay again.
Pros:

Convenient location but very loud at night with lots of people shouting outside until 5 am

Cons:

No shower in the en-suite. Bed was really uncomfortable. Room too hot and fan too noisy to sleep with. Scaffolding up which was not made clear at time of booking. This meant anyone could get in via the window if left open. Very noisy outside window until all hours.

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Larry couple gb
10
Value for money. Lovely staff
Pros:

Great location

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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JOYEETA couple gb
9
2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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Mia solo_traveller gb
7
2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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Barbara solo_traveller sk
9
Pros:

Fantasticke miesto. Blizko pri promenade. Ciste izby. Priestranne kupelne. Dobre vybavena kuchyna. Sympaticky bar.

2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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Sofia family_with_children it
8
Pros:

Ottima posizione vicina al centro The Lanes, al Brighton Pier e spiaggia, al Royal Pavilion e a supermercati e parcheggi.
Possibilità di preparare i propri pasti in loco.
Gentilezza dello staff.

2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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Elisabeth Franziska couple de
7
2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Bo solo_traveller dk
2
Pros:

Friendly staff, close to beach and the Lanes

Cons:

Overpriced double room. Shitty interior. No aircon but a dirty and dusty fan in room that we didn't turn on because we didn't need more dirt in the room. No furniture but a bed. Otherwise empty room. Quite bizarre.

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Valerie solo_traveller ie
6
Pros:

Had a shower, charged the phone, all quite convenient

Cons:

Shower a bit manky

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Boon solo_traveller gb
10
2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Luke solo_traveller gb
10
2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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migle couple gb
3
Pros:

location

Cons:

no aircon
not comfortable mattress

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Celine couple gb
10
The best luxury youth hostel ever, I have already recommended it to hundreds of my friends & family all over the wor
Pros:

Excellent value for money, the location is perfect and the facilities & staff amazing. Please pass on compliments to outstanding members Dan, Nathan and Omar was a very good manager!!

Cons:

Obviously the current scaffoldings don’t help but I believe the hostel will look even better once all is finished. I would appreciate a mail or message telling me when the works are completed . BIG DISSATISFACTION: NO WAY OF COMMUNICATING BY PHONE!!!

2026-08-10 via Nuitee