Mermaid Inn, Rye
About the Hotel
Unique Hotel Rooms
The Mermaid Inn features 31 unique rooms, each named after figures from Rye's history. Rooms include a TV, Wi-Fi, hairdryer, and tea and coffee making facilities. All rooms have either an en-suite bathroom or shower room with free toiletries. Two rooms are on the top floor. Some rooms feature carved beds, fine oakwood paneling, Caen stone fireplaces, and latticed windows. Some second-story rooms have curved timbers supporting the ceilings, offering unique views of Rye.
Dining Experience
The Mermaid Inn offers dining in the 2 AA Rosette Linen Fold Panelled Restaurant. Guests can enjoy meals in the large restaurant, the Dr Syn Dining Room, or the Boardroom. Dinner is served from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM, with a menu featuring local produce. The Bar Menu is available in the Restaurant, Giants Fireplace Bar, and the Patio from 12 PM to 2:30 PM every day, and from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Lunch is served from 12 PM to 2:30 PM. Breakfast is served from 8 AM to 10 AM, offering both Continental and Full English options. The bar extends out onto 3 patio areas. The Tudor Bar can seat up to 50 people.
Leisure and Tours
Guests can relax in Dr Syn's Lounge and the Small Lounge. The Giant's Fireplace Bar offers a selection of beers, wines, and whiskies. Guests can take guided tours through the 600-year-old building to explore the Linen Fold Panelled Restaurant, The Giants' Fireplace Bar, Dr Syns Lounge, the Elizabethan Bed Chamber, and Dr Syns Bed Chamber, where the secret passageway behind the bookcase is open, revealing the Priest Hole. A unique feature is the Rye Castle Museum, founded by an author and artist, featuring the Hawkhurst Gang.
Location & Transport
The Mermaid Inn is situated on the A259 east of Hastings, a short drive from the M20 at Ashford via the A2070, and from the A21 via the B2089 to Rye. London Gatwick Airport is 100 km away. On-site parking is available for 25 cars, with public parking nearby. Rye is served by The Marshlink Train, which operates between Ashford International and Brighton; travel time from St Pancras to Rye is one hour, and the station is a 5-minute walk to the inn. Nearby landmarks include Rye Art Gallery (0.3 km), Mermaid Street (0.3 km), and St Mary's Church (0.3 km).
Hotel Services
The Mermaid Inn offers Wi-Fi in all areas free of charge. Room service is available with the Dinner Menu from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM. The hotel provides personalized planning for weddings, with a function room for up to 90 guests. Pets are allowed in bedrooms by prior arrangement. Mermaid Gift Vouchers are available. A personalized service is offered to help plan food and wine.
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Getting around
A list of all available modes of transport
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free 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
