Mermaid Inn | Hotel in Rye

| 9.0 (1920 Reviews) |  6 Bathrooms  12 Guests
Rye Hotel | Mermaid Inn

Hotel in Rye

With Norman cellars dating back to the 12th century and secret passageways in some of its rooms, this inn offers historic accommodations in Rye. It has a huge open log fireplace in the bar, and an award-winning restaurant. Rebuilt in 1420, The Mermaid Inn has been visited by Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother and Prince Edward, as well as celebrities and artists. It retains many beautiful, traditional features, including a secret stairway hidden behind a bookcase. The restaurant has been awarded two AA Rosettes for its fine French and British cuisine. The lounge bar was once frequented by local smugglers, and has a large wooden beam supported by stone pillars. Each room at The Mermaid has charming features, like wooden paneling or carved beds. Rooms all feature a TV and private bathroom, and some have picturesque views over Rye.

Mermaid Inn is located in Rye.

This 25 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Child Friendly, Laundry, Designated Smoking Area, and several others. This is a 3 star rated property and has over 1920 reviews with the average score of 9 . Coming to Rye and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

Parking
Designated Smoking Area
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Security/Safety
EV Charge Station
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Internet
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Kids' meals
  • Bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Fruit
Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Parking on site
  • Free parking
  • Parking
  • Private Parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
Activities
  • Live music/Performance
  • Hiking
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • Windsurfing
  • Themed dinners
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Designated smoking area
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
Guest Services
  • Laundry
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Dry cleaning
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Packed lunches
  • Baggage storage
  • Room service
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
  • Wifi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
Security/Safety
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access
  • Fire extinguishers
  • 24-hour security
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Delivered food covered securely
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • First aid kits available
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Cashless payment available
  • Contactless check-in/out

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pets are allowed upon request and charges may apply.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.23
Location:
9.67
Staff:
9.41
Facilities:
8.66
Comfort:
8.95
Cleanliness:
8.98
IMOM
Jul 31, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   9
United Kingdom
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: A revisit after many years but it did not disappoint
Negative: Nothing really, all was good.
Summary: Enjoyable
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Single Room
Room Type: Single
Room Size: 8 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Body soap, Bathtub or shower, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Shower, Toilet, Towels, Hairdryer, Conditioner

Media & Technology

Telephone, Flat-screen TV, TV, Radio

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock

General

Carpeted, Smoke Alarm, Key access, Heating, Fan, Trash cans

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack

Food & Drink

Bottle of water
Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 10 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Body soap, Bathtub or shower, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Shower, Toilet, Towels, Hairdryer, Conditioner

Media & Technology

Telephone, Flat-screen TV, TV, Radio

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock

General

Carpeted, Smoke Alarm, Key access, Heating, Fan, Trash cans

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack

Food & Drink

Bottle of water
Twin Room
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 14 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Twin Room

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Body soap, Shower cap, Bathtub, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Toilet, Towels, Hairdryer, Conditioner

Media & Technology

Telephone, Flat-screen TV, TV, Radio

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock

General

Carpeted, Smoke Alarm, Key access, Heating, Fan, Trash cans

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack

Food & Drink

Bottle of water
Superior Twin Room
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 20 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Body soap, Shower cap, Bathtub, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Shower, Toilet, Towels, Hairdryer, Conditioner

Media & Technology

Telephone, Flat-screen TV, TV, Radio

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock

General

Carpeted, Smoke Alarm, Key access, Heating, Fan, Trash cans

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack

Food & Drink

Bottle of water
Small Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 9 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Body soap, Shower cap, Bathtub, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Toilet, Towels, Hairdryer, Conditioner

Media & Technology

Telephone, Flat-screen TV, TV, Radio

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock

General

Carpeted, Smoke Alarm, Key access, Heating, Fan, Trash cans

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack

Food & Drink

Bottle of water
Four-Poster Bedroom
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 20 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Four-Poster Bedroom

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Body soap, Bathtub or shower, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Shower, Toilet, Towels, Hairdryer, Conditioner

Media & Technology

Telephone, Flat-screen TV, TV, Radio

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock

General

Carpeted, Smoke Alarm, Key access, Heating, Fan, Trash cans

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack

Food & Drink

Bottle of water
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