The Gallivant

4.0 star property
Inn with free parking, a quick walk to Camber Sands

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine
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Luxury Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View
Luxury Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View | Terrace/patio
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$563
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct

Explore the area

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New Lydd Road, Camber, Rye, England, TN31 7RB
  • Camber Sands
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Rye Harbour Nature Reserve
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Winchelsea Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Comfort Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Rye

At The Gallivant, you'll be 0.3 km (0.2 mi) from Camber Sands and 8.3 km (5.2 mi) from High Weald. Highlights at this inn include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .Enjoy access to bike hire and hiking/biking trails. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Rye inn include Rye Harbour Nature Reserve and Gusbourne Estate Winery.

What's nearby

  • Camber Sands - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Rye Golf Club - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Rye Harbour Nature Reserve - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Winchelsea Beach - 15 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Great Dixter House and Gardens - 21 min drive - 23.2 km

Getting around

  • Rye Station - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Standard Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Gallivant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Marina Café - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Mermaid Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Mermaid Street Café - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Gallivant

Inn with free parking, a quick walk to Camber Sands
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. 2 meeting rooms and coworking spaces are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this inn measures 1000 square feet (93 square metres) and includes conference space. The Gallivant also features a terrace, a garden, and coffee/tea in common area. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Rye inn is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 1000 sq ft of conference space
  • 93 sq. m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Gallivant offers 20 accommodations with complimentary bathrobes and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 20 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Private wine tours
  • Wine tasting room
  • Wine tours

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,000 square feet of conference space
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 12 are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 20 to 20 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • Children 12 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Gallivant Hotel
Gallivant Hotel Rye
Gallivant Rye
Hotel Gallivant
Gallivant Inn Rye
Gallivant Inn
The Gallivant Inn
The Gallivant Rye
The Gallivant Inn Rye

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Gallivant?

Yep, The Gallivant has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Gallivant?

As of 11 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Gallivant on 8 Oct 2025 start from AU$563.10, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to The Gallivant?

Yep, The Gallivant is a short 4-minute walk from Camber Sands. Fun beach activities include surfing, sailing and fishing.

What makes The Gallivant a romantic place to stay?

Winery tours and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Gallivant.

Does The Gallivant serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order brekkie is served daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Gallivant?

No, The Gallivant does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Gallivant?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Gallivant?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at The Gallivant?

There isn't one on site, but Rye Golf Club is a short 16-minute walk away.