Mermaid Inn

8.9 / 10.0

Outstanding(1,976 Ratings)

Hotel in Rother District

3-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

About this hotel

With Norman cellars dating back to the 12th century and secret passageways in some of its rooms, this inn offers historic accommodation in Rye. It has a huge open log fireplace in the bar, and an award-winning restaurant.

Amenities

Pets allowed

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Family friendly

Map of Rother District

Nearby attractions

National Trust - Birling Gap and the Seven Sisters

43.8 mi

Tilgate Park

65.7 mi

National Trust - Chartwell

55.9 mi

British Airways i360

63.6 mi

Available Rooms

1 Single • 86 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Double • 107 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

2 Single • 150 ft²

Sleeps 2

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2 Single • 215 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Double • 96 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

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Mermaid Inn

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8.9 / 10.0

Outstanding(1,976 Ratings)

Hotel in Rother District

3-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

About this hotel

Amenities

Pets allowed

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Family friendly

Map of Rother District

Nearby attractions

National Trust - Birling Gap and the Seven Sisters

43.8 mi

Tilgate Park

65.7 mi

National Trust - Chartwell

55.9 mi

British Airways i360

63.6 mi

Available Rooms

1 Single • 86 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Double • 107 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

2 Single • 150 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

2 Single • 215 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Double • 96 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Ratings and reviews

8.9 / 10.0

Outstanding(1,976 Ratings)

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9.0 / 10.0

Jul 2024

A memorable stay in a beautiful historic hotel.

A very quirky beautiful historic hotel.

Squeaky floors at night.

9.0 / 10.0

Jul 2024

Will definitely be back again

Location was brilliant and the building was wonderful. The staff I cannot fault. They were fantastic, nothing was too much trouble.

Bathroom tap was loose which was very annoying.

9.0 / 10.0

Jul 2024

It's a lovely place and the kindness of the staff was exceptional.

10.0 / 10.0

May 2024

Transported back to the middle ages but did not compromise on comfort

Breakfast was lovely and the view from our window Room 19 was delightful

10.0 / 10.0

May 2024

Great for ghost hunting

Great hotel and location

We didn't get to experience any ghosts!

6.0 / 10.0

May 2024

A hotel with lovely staff but tired facilities which would really benefit fromupdating

Historical interest and position

The facilities were not as described by booking.com. The staff said they keep telling booking.com to alter various descriptions but that booking.comb never does. The receptionist told us to book direct in future.

8.0 / 10.0

May 2024

Cute rustic with great staff and breakfast.

I loved the rustic authenticity of old word English town.

You can hear everything in the rooms next to you and we would have liked a shower.

9.0 / 10.0

May 2024

Lovely relaxing stay in a lovely old inn with lovely staff.

Friendly helpful staff, lovely old building, very convenient for all the pubs, restaurants and shops in Rye. Breakfast (included) very good. Evening meals of a high standard with a reasonable selection.

After some heavy rain there was water in the bathroom from the flat roof above. After having no (or any) rain for so long it may not have been noticed or reported - I’m sure they’ll have it fixed.

9.0 / 10.0

Mar 2024

Relaxing, enjoyable & staff were very pleasant

Character, history & uniqueness

Shower screen maybe

10.0 / 10.0

Mar 2024

Perfection

It was absolutely beautiful. So old and historic but also so comfortable

Nothing, it was perfect

9.0 / 10.0

Feb 2024

Most enjoyable.

Location, ambience, on site parking and full of character!

Nothing.

10.0 / 10.0

Jan 2024

Romantic interlude

Cost and quaint

Breakfast did not cater for vegans - plant based milk would be a bonus

8.0 / 10.0

Jan 2024

The history of the hotel was great.

the whole ambience and the excellent history of the hotel

we ordered a cheese and chutney Baguette Saturday lunchtime at £9.50 and received a baguette with a slice of cheese and literally a smear of sauce plus 3 pieces of lettuce the size of a 10p coin. We complained and they re-funded the cost. Not impressed with their response.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

A beautiful old place to stay in the heart of Rye

I have wanted to stay at the Mermaid for a long time! Both myself and Sister stayed for 1 night. It’s a beautiful Hotel with lots of history. Staff are all very helpful and welcoming. I cannot remember the last time I’ve stayed somewhere where staff will show you up to your room and carry your luggage. This is a lovely gesture. Our twin room was a good size and the beds are comfortable. Dinner in the evening restaurant was lovely as well as breakfast.

8.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

Very good

Great heritage property, excellent location, pretty unique experience. Decent food.

9.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

We wanted to see the Cinque Port of Rye & we did it in the best possible way.

We went for the experience & to say we had stayed in such an historic place. The staff were exceptionally good. Enjoyed the food. At our ages of 88 & 92 the stairs could have been a problem but for one night it was fine.

With a building as old as it is, we couldn’t have expected anything more.

5.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

Short we left after 2 hours, bottles being emptied in bin whilst having a nap noises everywhere , horrendous

The cookies 🤷‍♂️

Small compact and secluded

9.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

Superb

It kept its authentic ambiance. A well stocked bar and a great breakfast.

8.0 / 10.0

May 2023

enjoyable

location and great bar

breakfast was very poor - run out of fruit and omelettes were like rubber over cooked - very disappointing

9.0 / 10.0

May 2023

perfect!

atmosphere, location, bar, restaurant, all super!

everything was good

4.0 / 10.0

May 2023

Very pleasant but marred by the reception staff's total disinterest in the toilet issues

The toilet did not flush correctly. I believe this is a known problem with the room we occupied. I was advised that the issue was a very old hotel and to expect water pressure issues. A toilet does not have water pressure problems - it is gravity fed. We were expected to repeatedly flush the toilet and wait between flushes for the cistern to refill. We did not pay for the inconvenience of standing around in a toilet re flushing for minutes on end. The cistern is faulty and should have been replaced

10.0 / 10.0

May 2023

Hotel & staff were great!

ambiance

nothing

10.0 / 10.0

May 2023

Exceptional

It is a 600 years old establishment in all his glory!Never had a experience like this with an excellent cuisine in afully original old town of Rye.Close to the Channel Tunnel.

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

A delightfully unexpected find, full of character and charming charisma.

The ambience is delightfully English. The staff went the extra mile. It was excellent value.

Happy with all aspects.

9.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

Superb

Location excellent friendly well trained staff. Wanted to come for years and didnt disappoint.

9.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

Superb

Outstanding building and location.

8.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

Very good

Beautiful quirky hotel with such unique features and interiors. Staff are young and inexperienced but very friendly and eager to help you

Our bathroom facilities were designed in a way that meant we had to shower in a crouched position in a bath and could not stand up. Breakfast was not good, but other meals we had at the hotel were great

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

Lovely atmospheric cosy night away.

Very welcoming and friendly staff. Bedrooms very clean and cosy. We had an excellent nights sleep.

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

just an amazing weekend PERFECT

absolutely amazing, what a great place, just perfect, The hotel, the room, the staff , the food all amazing

NOTHING

10.0 / 10.0

Mar 2023

A Hidden Gem 💎

We stayed at the Mermaid to celebrate a birthday, and we fell in love with the place! We stayed in the Glover room (double room) and it was very clean and well maintained, I love the charm of this hotel with its wooden beams, low, sloped ceilings and creaky floors, it really adds to the feel of the property given its age. The room also looked out onto the cobbled street, and it really felt like we had stepped back in time. The Mermaid is so rich with history and tales of the past, which is extremely fascinating and staff members are happy to tell you about the history and their own stories (ghostly ones!) The staff are an asset to the Mermaid and the food is also delicious!! I couldn't fault it, nor recommend this hotel enough, we will definitely be returning!! Thank you for such a lovely stay.

The only criticism is that we weren't staying longer!!!!

8.0 / 10.0

Mar 2023

Very good

Attentive service from car parking to bar and restaurant

10.0 / 10.0

Mar 2023

Incredibly beautiful stay with amazing staff xx

Me and my partner stayed here on Monday evening and we had the most amazing stay. ALL the of the staff were so unbelievably friendly, fun and helpful. The bar staff, the porter, reception, all of the resteraunt staff. We couldn’t fault it. We had a glorious time and the hotel is absolutely beautiful. Even better in the flesh. Thank you so much for having us xxxxx

That we didn’t book to stay for 2 nights!!! Xxx

10.0 / 10.0

Feb 2023

Would definitely go back again was much better than I thought it would be.

The breakfast was well cooked and presented. The bed was very comfortable and bedroom well decorated to the period. The staff were very pleasant and professional and smartly dressed.

Just keep it at the standard that I saw when staying.

10.0 / 10.0

Feb 2023

Exceptional

Beautiful location, friendly staff, great food and service! Will definitely make sure to stay for longer next time

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Rother District?

The average price for a rental in Rother District is £118 per night. This rental is £0 above the average.

Is parking included with this hotel?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Mermaid Inn. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hotel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hotel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Mermaid Inn pet friendly?

Yes! This hotel is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Mermaid Inn?

We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, internet / wifi, smoking allowed, parking, and laundry.

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Mermaid Inn

Hotel in Rother District

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Rother District

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Mermaid Inn

Hotel in Rother District

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Rother District

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Rother District?

Is parking included with this hotel?

Is there a pool at this hotel?

Is Mermaid Inn pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Mermaid Inn?

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