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The Mermaid Inn

3.0 star property
Hotel in Rye with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Stroll through historic streets lined with traditional half-timbered buildings and lush greenery.
Enjoy a classic dining experience with a beautifully set table and elegant ambiance.
Traditional architecture with exposed beams and lush greenery.
Cozy room with a fireplace, leather sofas, and a wooden table, featuring framed pictures above the hearth.
Cozy bedroom with a single bed, nightstand, and framed picture, set amidst rustic architecture with exposed wooden beams.

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$351
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug

Explore the area

Map
Mermaid Street, Rye, England, TN31 7EY
  • 1066 Country Walk
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Rye Harbour Nature Reserve
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Camber Sands
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room (Historical Character)

Double Room (Historical Character)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room (Four Poster Bed)

Double Room (Four Poster Bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Double Room (Small)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Rye

At The Mermaid Inn you'll be within steps of Lamb House and Church of St Mary the Virgin. Highlights at this hotel include free daily breakfast, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .This business-friendly hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, a terrace and dry cleaning/laundry services. Other amenities include Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Free full breakfast is available daily between 8 AM and 10 AM. .With a stay at this 3-property class Rye hotel, you'll be 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from Camber Sands.

What's nearby

  • Rye Heritage Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Rye Castle Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • 1066 Country Walk - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Rye Harbour Nature Reserve - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Camber Sands - 5 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Rye Station - 4 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Cinque Ports Arms - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rye Waterworks Micropub - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Fig - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ypres Castle Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Crown Inn - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Mermaid Inn

Hotel in Rye with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee.

There are 2 meeting rooms available. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby are also featured at the business-friendly The Mermaid Inn.

  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1420
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Mermaid Inn offers 31 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Giant’s Fireplace Bar

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Built in 1420

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 5 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • 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 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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.

  • Pet fee: GBP 5 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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Mermaid Inn Rye
Mermaid Rye
The Mermaid Inn Rye
The Mermaid Inn Hotel
The Mermaid Inn Hotel Rye

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Mermaid Inn?

The Mermaid Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Mermaid Inn?

As of 30 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Mermaid Inn on 3 Aug 2025 start from AU$350.61, 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 Mermaid Inn?

The closest beach to The Mermaid Inn is Camber Sands (4.9 km).

Is The Mermaid Inn family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Mermaid Inn is a hit with families.

Does The Mermaid Inn serve breakfast?

Sure does, free full breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Mermaid Inn?

No, The Mermaid Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Mermaid Inn?

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 Mermaid Inn?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

The Mermaid Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 228 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 228 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 228 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 228 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 228 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay in this unique place. The staff was warm and welcoming and very accommodating and the surrounding area was gorgeous to wander. Given the age of the Inn, the facilities are excellent, although an upgrade in the bathroom, especially the shower, would be nice. Overall though, I highly recommend this wonderful, historic, and charming place!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

Anthony

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointing and overpriced.

Check in was chaos with our room not ready and different excuses being made. You will be allocated an inferior room with fake beams and tatty modern furniture in an annexe if you don’t specify the exact room you want ( but be charged the same price ) Parking is very tight , we were glad we took our older car. Our bathroom was little more than a broom cupboard with a pokey cubicle and no water pressure. Any ghostly activities are more likely to be other people snoring , plumbing issues or the battery dying in your smoke detector. Food here is pretty awful , very limited choice for breakfast . Bar meals only in the evening due to lack of staff. No nice finishing touches or attention to detail we get in similar priced hotels elsewhere. It’s a beautiful old hotel let down by poor management relying on the character of the place to fill it .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mrs Jennifer S

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lady julie

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Jeanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

Glen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Interesting very old building with a lot of character. The desk staff seemed irritated and inconvenienced to be welcoming guests, but the gentleman who showed us to our room was very friendly and joyful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

What a find ….

What a find. Fascinating hotel, best staff I’ve come across in a long time, great food and drink. Highly recommend a stay and Rye itself if beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Historic Inn with oodles of character

Love the Mermaid Inn, it is steeped in history, lots of tales of smugglers and ghosts and full of character. All in the beautiful historic town on Rye with excellent shopping and places to visit.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

JLB

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pleasant, nice atmosphere within the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

What a great Hotel

Fantastic hotel with exceptional staff. the food was great and the hotel oozed character
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chester

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

D

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent central location with friendly staff. Food is very good. I would recommend and visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After battling several cancelled trains due to Storm Eunice, we received a very warm welcome from the front desk. We stayed in room 20 and this was a clean, characterful space with a four poster bed. The historical building of the hotel is incredible, and it's well worth having a drink there in the guests-only bar too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

derek

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great ambiance, log fires and cozy nooks. I would rate the restaurant far lower than the hotel. Had lobster which was more rubber than food, terribly over-cooked. Wait staff were very attentive and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

LOVE THIS PLACE!

Amazing spot! A must-stay place in Rye!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

4/10 Poor

David T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointing.

This hotel is very old and really quite lovely but the bathrooms are outdated. Our room was advertised as coming with a shower, but it was a hand held. There wasn’t enough height to stand up and there was no water pressure. Very unpleasant. The restaurant is overpriced for mediocre food. The staff did everything they could to make our evening pleasant but the poor quality of our meal over-rode their efforts. I’d never recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, cosy and clean throughout
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022