Mermaid Inn

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Scored 8.9
Rated excellent

Excellent location!

9.7

With Norman cellars dating back to the 12th century and secret passageways in some of its rooms, this inn offers historic accommodations in Rye. It has a huge open log fireplace in the bar, and an award-winning restaurant. Rebuilt in 1420, The Mermaid Inn has been visited by Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother and Prince Edward, as well as celebrities and artists. It retains many beautiful, traditional features, including a secret stairway hidden behind a bookcase. The restaurant has been awarded two AA Rosettes for its fine French and British cuisine. The lounge bar was once frequented by local smugglers, and has a large wooden beam supported by stone pillars. Each room at The Mermaid has charming features, like wooden paneling or carved beds. Rooms all feature a TV and private bathroom, and some have picturesque views over Rye.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

Availability

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Kristin
United States United States
“Great breakfast. Nice staff. Well located. Helpful. Great outdoor area.”
Amaris
United States United States
“Over the top charming. Very helpful staff. Great location in the old town”
Kostrzewsky
United States United States
“The staff were very friendly and helpful. The restaurant for dinner and breakfast was excellent. Our room was extremely nice in that it made us feel like were were back in time in the marvelous history of this amazing old town. We loved being able...”
John
United States United States
“Beautiful old building with tons of history. They had parking for guests, critical for its location.”
Jackie
United States United States
“Great location, nice parking at hotel, nice breakfast, friendly staff. Hotel couldn’t be any more quaint, loved it.”
Graham
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The breakfast was excellent. I have smoked salmon and free range scrambled egg. Large portions.”
Kimberly
United States United States
“Great location. It’s a historic inn and very cozy.”
Sashi
United States United States
“Location and history is unparalleled. Exceptional staff worked diligently to make us happy and accommodate parking in a very full tiny lot, as well as kept some food in fridge for us.”
Evan
United States United States
“What a place. I loved the ambiance, the creaking floorboards, the lounge areas, the food, and the hospitality. One of the porters recognized us out on the town of Rye and was kind enough to say hello!”
Susan
United States United States
“Staying at the Mermaid Inn was my splurge for my solo tour of the gardens in SE England, between Great Dixter and Sissinghurst. It was worth every penny, for its charm, history and location. My room with a single bed was very comfortable and cozy,...”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant at The Mermaid Inn
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Mermaid Inn

Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Bar

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Crib upon request
Free
2 - 5 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
6 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
£30 per child, per night
13 - 17 years
Extra bed upon request
£60 per child, per night

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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that pets are not permitted in the lounge, bar and restaurant areas of the property.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

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