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The Ship Inn

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Rye with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Enjoy dining in this inviting space with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by a selection of wines.
Experience the charm of The Shipinn, a traditional building with a classic architectural style and inviting outdoor seating area.
Classic design meets comfort in this elegantly appointed room featuring a tufted headboard and plush linens.
Relax in a serene space with a comfortable armchair and a stylish mirror reflecting a window with a closed blind.
Traditional entrance with ornate door and evergreen shrubs.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$201
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug

Explore the area

Map
THE STRAND, Rye, England, TN31 7DB
  • 1066 Country Walk
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Rye Harbour Nature Reserve
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Camber Sands
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite (Standard Double)

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite (Standard Double)

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite (Standard Double)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, Ensuite (Small Double)

Comfort Double Room, Ensuite (Small Double)

Comfort Double Room, Ensuite (Small Double)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, Ensuite (Hush Heath Suite)

Deluxe Suite, Ensuite (Hush Heath Suite)

Deluxe Suite, Ensuite (Hush Heath Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Rye

At The Ship Inn you'll be within steps of Rye Heritage Centre and St Anthony of Padua. Highlights at this B&B include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, The Ship Inn, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the bed & breakfast's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, wedding services and luggage storage. Each morning full breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of self parking. .With a stay at this 4-property class Rye B&B, you'll be 4.6 km (2.9 mi) from Camber Sands.
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What's nearby

  • Rye Heritage Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Rye Castle Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • 1066 Country Walk - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Rye Harbour Nature Reserve - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Camber Sands - 5 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Rye Station - 5 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Cinque Ports Arms - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Rye Waterworks Micropub - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Fig - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ypres Castle Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Crown Inn - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Ship Inn

Bed & breakfast in Rye with restaurant and bar/lounge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. For a fee, parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Rye bed & breakfast.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Ship Inn offers 11 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include free toiletries and portable fans. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (GBP 8 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Ship Inn

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • 1-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • 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 are welcome.

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 full breakfast: from approximately GBP 15 for adults and from GBP 15 for children
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 8 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • 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, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, Google Pay and Apple Pay. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • 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

Ship Inn Rye
Ship Rye
The Ship Inn Rye
The Ship Inn Bed & breakfast
The Ship Inn Bed & breakfast Rye

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Ship Inn?

The Ship 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 Ship Inn?

As of 28 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ship Inn on 10 Aug 2025 start from AU$200.76, 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.

Is parking available at The Ship Inn?

Yep, The Ship Inn has a self car park for GBP 8 per day.

Are there any beaches close to The Ship Inn?

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

What makes The Ship Inn a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Ship Inn.

Does The Ship Inn serve breakfast?

Yeah, full breakfast is offered daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

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

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Ship Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Ship Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Ship Inn?

Dogs are welcome at The Ship Inn, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

The Ship Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 256 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 86 out of 256 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 256 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 256 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 256 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Ines

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

darren

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only issue for us was parking
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Fabienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Little night away

We stayed here to break up a journey, lovely little place to stay right by the river and only a short walk to the high street, room very comfy with good bathroom, tea / coffee tray, food was avaliable but we eat elsewhere but heard good reviews
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Doreen

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

40th wedding anniversary

I have always wanted to visit Rye after l heard about it on the radio. I was not disappointed. The Ship Inn staff were very welcoming, the food was lovely and also the atmosphere, you felt that the staff were happy in their work. We had our rather large dog with us, who settled quickly to his different surroundings. Also a sausage treat now and then was welcomed. I would definitely stay there again, also so well placed for accessing the town, only downside is parking, we managed each time to find a space where you could park for free. I would highly recommend a stay at the Ship Inn.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Modern and clean rooms. November 2024

Greeted by a very helpful Nicole, who also took dinner order and dealt with dietary requirements. Rooms modern and clean. You have to pay to park but car park is very close. Location very close to the town centre.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

julian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely pub w rooms w friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manas

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

Nice place to stay in Rye.

Lovely hotel in pub. Friendly staff. Nice room, fun decor. Clean bathroom. Real coffee in the room. Pub has nice selection drinks.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joss

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything is great, walking distance to everything. Parking not super easy given the limited spaces available around the property, and you have to pay for it - around 8 pounds a day.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hazel

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

Friendly staff. Pleasant room. Great find.

Very positive experience. Staff were welcoming, friendly and made me feel at home from the moment that I walked in. I called beforehand to check on something and they were really helpful. The room was pleasantly decorated, nice big tv, very clean and well appointed, with tea, coffee and bottled water. Central location. Dog friendly establishment. This is somewhere that I would definitely recommend and will return to when I'm the area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice Room, Odd Restaurant Experience

The room itself was nice, but the restaurant experience was confusing and frustrating. Service is inconsistent—one side of the restaurant has table service, the other doesn’t, but this wasn’t explained until after we sat down. No food between 10 AM and noon, which was unexpected and inconvenient. The menu tries to be super fancy with dishes that are meant to be comforting, which felt a bit misleading. Ordered carrot soup three times, and it never came—at least they didn’t charge for it. Loved the cider! Overall, the stay was fine, but the restaurant could use clearer communication and better service.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Great stay

Lovely stay on New Year’s Day after working the whole of Christmas. Staff were friendly and professional. Room was lovely and spacious with a comfortable bed and powerful shower. Informative booklet about the winery behind the pub in rooms with useful information about local walks etc. no problems at all
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Disappointed No Breakfast

My wife and I stayed for 1 night on NYE. The room was a standard double, which was adequate. However we were disappointed to discover that the £134 room fee did not include any breakfast. As the alternative we went next door for a lovely breakfast to The Old Grain Store, which is definitely to be recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

christopher

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aurelie

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

Great Dog-Friendly Break

we had a fantastic break at a reasonable price too. Lovely staff, very good breakfast, gorgeous, well equipped and comfortable room and beautiful decor throughout the inn. Dog welcome in rooms for a reasonable supplement (with extras provided for it too: bowl and welcome kit) and in the pub. Will come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I really enjoyed my stay here - beautiful rooms, a great location and it’s a small detail but I really loved the fact that they had small oat milk options with the tea and coffee in the room. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great position and lovely homely feel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024