Barceló Brighton Old Ship Hotel

Congratulations, you're getting married . . .

Barceló Brighton Old Ship Hotel is the ideal wedding venue in Brighton. The hotel is ideally situated overlooking Brighton beach and positioned between the two piers, and provides the perfect backdrop for celebrating your special day. Whatever type of day you’re looking for, whether it's a fairytale wedding with a lavish reception, an intimate celebration with your closest friends and family, or a civil partnership or commitment ceremony we can help you to create the perfect day.

The hotel has a licence to hold civil wedding ceremonies for up to 120 guests and 154 bedrooms, so your whole day can be spent at this unique venue. We have five beautiful, unique function rooms to host your special day, holding up to 250 guests. The Paganini Ballroom was recently restored back to its former Regency glory with a floating balcony and stunning detail. The Old Cellars provide a magical and romantic atmosphere for smaller candlelit parties, and you can take your vows overlooking the sea in The Fecamp Lounge. You'll be spoilt for choice at the Barceló Brighton Old Ship Hotel.

Standing proud on the bustling seafront, arriving at Brighton's oldest hotel couldn’t be easier for you and your guests.

A moment to remember begins with a unique setting. The city’s oldest hotel, Barceló Brighton Old Ship Hotel has seen many great occasions and countless famous people. Now it’s your turn to add a new chapter to a story stretching back almost 500 years.

We have a choice of well-appointed function rooms, all easily adapted to suit any occasion from a large corporate event to a small private party. The Cellars, part of the original building, are ideal for private dinners and the elegant Paganini Suite can accommodate up to 180. We know you’ll have a million things to think about, so our experienced team will be on hand to help and advise from initial enquiry to final farewells.

Staying over means the moment doesn’t have to end with the last dance or glass of Champagne. All our Guest and Premium bedrooms are light and spacious, with traditional décor and classic furnishings reflecting our Victorian heritage; our Deluxe rooms and Suite have the added bonus of wonderful sea views. So whether you’re planning a major family gathering or meeting up with a few close friends, you can be sure of plenty of moments we know you’ll never forget.