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Check-in is from 14:00 and check-out is by 11:00.
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Mermaid Inn
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About the Hotel
Mermaid Street,
Rye,
United Kingdom,
East Sussex
- Next to the historic Old Town
Great
8.9
4.6
4.4
Loved by Mermaid Inn guests
"An early evening drink in front of the open fire in the bar is the perfect way to start the evening."
"The Hotel was full of history and picturesque."
"We were lucky enough to stay in the famous hawkhurst suite, which had stunning views, was spacious & super clean."
Situated around a 10-minute ride from the scenic Camber Sands Beach and a few moments from Mermaid Street, the 3-star Mermaid Inn Rye features event rooms for various purposes. Boasting windsurfing and hiking, along with a lounge bar, the inn is located just 300 metres from the esque Rye Castle Museum.
Location
The centre of Rye can be reached within a 5-minute walk, and natural attractions like the coastal Rye Harbour Nature Reserve are about a 15-minute ride away. The Mermaid Inn Rye is 100 m from The Deals bus stop and just steps from the Landgate.
Guests might as well visit Town Salts, which is approximately a 5-minute drive away. The nearby notable religious buildings include St Mary's Parish Church, 200 m from this Rye hotel.
Mermaid Inn is in close proximity to Rye rail station.
Rooms
Private bathrooms also feature hair dryers and bath sheets for travellers' utmost comfort.
Eat & Drink
Guests are welcome to have dinner at the onsite à la carte restaurant. Giants Fireplace Bar at The Mermaid Inn is located next to the accommodation and serves British dishes, only a 5-minute walk away.
“This inn, steeped in 600 years of history, stands as a unique landmark in Rye. Its Tudor architecture and carefully maintained interiors create an immersive experience. I'm particularly drawn to its award-winning fine dining and the cozy bar, making it a standout destination for those seeking both historical charm and culinary excellence.”
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Select your room type
The hotel provides many room choices—family rooms, doubles, and pet-friendly suites—with breakfast, free cancellation, and special offers
Double Room
2 persons
10 m²
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
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Single Room
2 persons
8 m²
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
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Superior Twin Room
2 persons
20 m²
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
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Twin Room
2 persons
14 m²
2 Single beds
Heating
Bathtub
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Facilities
Hotels feature amenities designed to keep both you and your pet comfortable
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Wind surfing
- Hiking
- Golf course
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Board games
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Heating
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
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Dining Onsite
At The Mermaid Inn, the onsite dining experience embraces tradition and romance, inviting guests to indulge in carefully crafted meals. Guests can explore a culinary journey that reflects the rich heritage and authenticity of the region, whether enjoying a meal in the cozy restaurant or relaxing in the inviting bar settings.
Hotel location
Mermaid Street,
Rye,
United Kingdom,
East Sussex
Map view
Mermaid Street,
Rye,
United Kingdom,
East Sussex
City landmarks
Church
The Church Of Saint Michael's
1.1
km
Nature reserve
Rye Harbour Nature Reserve
3.0
km
Church
St Thomas The Martyr Church
3.3
km
Landmark
Winchelsea Court Hall Museum
3.2
km
Church
All Saints Church
3.5
km
Landmark
Spike Milligan's gravestone
3.3
km
Landmark
Rye Harbour SSSI
3.5
km
Beach
Camber Sands
4.9
km
Castle
Camber Castle
16.1
km
Nearby
Museum
Rye Castle Museum
290 m
Church
St Mary's Church
170 m
Museum
Rye Heritage Information Centre
150 m
Museum
Lamb House
70 m
Corner Landgate & Tower Street
Landgate
410 m
Mermaid Street
Mermaid Street
40 m
Church
St Anthony of Padua Roman Catholic Church
110 m
Gallery
Rye Art Gallery
220 m
Gallery
Art and Soul Gallery
170 m
Gallery
The Purdie Gallery
220 m
105 High Street
Ethel Loves Me
210 m
18-20 Rope Walk
Glass Etc
330 m
Rock Channel
Bridgepoint Rye
360 m
Rye Harbour Nature Reserve
Martello Tower
570 m
Restaurants
Marino's Fish Restaurant and Takeaway
120 m
37 The Mint
Pasty Presto
240 m
7 Le Pollet
The Mariners
200 m
15 High Street
Coterie Tea Rooms
220 m
15 High Street
Jempson's Cafe
230 m
45 Cinque Ports Street
Cinque Ports Arms
250 m
26 Cinque Ports Street
Rye Waterworks Micropub
410 m
Tower Street
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Explore Rye
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
At the hotel Mermaid Inn guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free.
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Number of rooms:
25
Former name
The Mermaid
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback about Mermaid Inn from previous guests about their experience.
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Pros
Friendly staff
Spacious room
Delicious breakfast
Central location
Comfortable bed
Cons
Noisy pigeons
Small portions
Hand-held shower
Guest reviewsbased on 1210 reviews
Aiden from United Kingdom
Family with children
double room
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:February 12, 2026
9.3/10
historical charm and good service
historical charactergood breakfastcrowded bar
the building showcased historical character. especially pat. he showed patience as my mother walked slowly. the breakfast was very good with many options.
the bar was crowded. i ended up leaving the hotel to find a place to eat. i found this unacceptable given the price i paid.
Dining
9/10
The breakfast buffet offered many choices. a waitstaff was also available. They took orders for hot breakfast items. the dining room had a beautiful view of the fountain, the view was lovely.
Facilities
9/10
The inn is located on the most charming street. everything was easily accessible by walking. i walked from the train station to the inn and back. It was a short walk.
Location
10/10
the building's architecture transported me to another time. portraits of notable figures adorned all the walls. the common rooms, like the rest of the inn, were preserved in keeping with history.
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luke from united kingdom
Single
double room
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:February 10, 2026
5/10
olde worlde charmpoor pressureloose taps
the olde worlde charm was certainly present, as expected.
i found the bathroom rather disappointing. the shower had very poor water pressure, it made washing difficult. the taps also swiveled loosely when turned on, they clearly needed fixing.
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Juliet from United Kingdom
Couple
Double Room
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:January 17, 2026
7/10
helpful staffquick responsesmugglers barsound insulationbar conversationbathroom sounds
The staff proved helpful . They responded quickly to all requests. Breakfast was AMAZING!!! I especially enjoyed sitting in the Smugglers bar.
My room lacked proper sound insulation, unfortunately. I could clearly hear conversations from the bar below until midnight. Bathroom sounds from the adjacent room were also easily audible.
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Mick from Australia
Single
Double Room
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:January 01, 2026
9.4/10
Wonderful Historic Stay
unique buildinghelpful staffperfect locationeasy access
The building has so much history. The staff were helpful . I found the staff very patient , particularly helpful when I needed assistance with my luggage. The location is perfect , allowing easy access to explore local attractions.
The water pressure in the shower was quite low.
Rooms
9/10
My room had a comfortable bed. The high beamed ceiling added character. The spaciousness made the room enjoyable.
Dining
9/10
Breakfast had good quality ingredients. There was plenty of choice at breakfast. The presentation of food was perfect.
Service
10/10
Every staff member was friendly. Staff provided excellent customer service. Staff knowledge was excellent.
Facilities
9/10
The residents lounge was available. The hotel provided parking. I appreciated the historic architecture.
Location
10/10
The hotel had walking distance from train station. The hotel was near the citadel. The hotel had a central position.
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Camila from Brazil
Single
Double Room
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:December 28, 2025
9.0/10
historic building with character
friendly staffhistoric charmgood breakfast
the staff were friendly and helpful i appreciated the historic charm of the building the breakfast was very good i also found the location to be central making it easy to explore the surrounding area. the building had character and it was nice to stay in a place with a unique history. the bar staff were also friendly. i enjoyed the overall experience.
the room decor felt slightly dated and could use some updating the bathroom fixtures were also a bit old.
Facilities
9/10
the hotel features a fireplace bar that offers a historic atmosphere the narrow and steep stairs add to the character of the building however they might pose a challenge with mobility issues the hotel also provides private parking.
Service
9/10
the staff were great offering assistance and information about the history of the hotel and its surroundings they are ready to chat the staff seemed genuinely happy to help and made my stay more enjoyable.
Dining
9/10
breakfast was served in a gorgeous dining room the menu featured good options the bar offers a gin list and local beer the dining experience included multiple courses and coffee with petit fours.
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Elijah from United States
Single
Double Room
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:December 17, 2025
6/10
insufficient parkingpoor water pressure
the parking situation was unacceptable the hotel promised parking spaces but they were insufficient this resulted in extra costs and effort for me also my room was at the very top consequently the water pressure was poor showering required great patience and constant temperature adjustments this level of service is unacceptable given the price
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Luna from Spain
Single
Double Room
4 nights in August 2025
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Reviewed:September 07, 2025
6/10
good selectionterrible water pressureloose tap
The breakfast had a good selection. The staff were very willing and friendly.
I was disappointed with the dated bathroom. There was a shower attachment over the bath set in an awkward alcove. Water pressure was terrible. The taps on the sink were loose. The whole tap turned when I tried to use it.
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FAQs
About Mermaid Inn
How far is Mermaid Inn from the center of Rye?
The hotel is located 0.5 km from the center of Rye.
What dining options are available at Mermaid Inn?
Guests can dine in the acclaimed 2 AA Rosette restaurant or enjoy drinks in the lounge bar.
Which nearby restaurants can guests find when staying at Mermaid Inn?
Nearby restaurants include Rye Delicatessen, The Standard Inn, Giants Fireplace Bar, and Simply Italian, all within 0.5 km.
What amenities are available in the rooms at Mermaid Inn?
Rooms feature free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, an electric kettle, and en suite bathrooms with hair dryers.
What recreational activities can guests enjoy at Mermaid Inn?
On-site activities include a golf course, hiking, wind surfing, and themed dinner nights.
What historical attractions are near Mermaid Inn?
Nearby attractions include Rye Castle Museum, Camber Castle, and St Mary's Church.
Does Mermaid Inn have any unique architectural features?
The hotel features Norman cellars from the 12th century and secret passageways in some rooms.
How accessible is Mermaid Inn from major transportation hubs?
The hotel is located 100 km from London Gatwick Airport.
What services does Mermaid Inn provide for guests?
The hotel offers luggage storage, 24-hour reception, and laundry services.
Can guests enjoy breakfast at Mermaid Inn?
Guests are offered a full English breakfast and continental options in the dining room.
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