Guest Rating: 
4.5 / 5
This mid-18th century former inn offers a unique range of accommodation, arresting views and a strong sense of history.
Built around 1750 for local sailors and ship builders, the building is thought to have once sheltered the Tenterden gang, who used its many secret passages for smuggling. Whilst these have long since been sealed, The Hope Anchor retains an historic atmosphere. Relax beside a log fire in traditional snug bar, and spend your nights in a choice of fascinating rooms, including those with 4-poster beds and a even a separate 200 year old cottage.
The hotel is a 3-star AA rated hotel and has an RAC food dining award.
Please note that over bank holidays minimum stays are applied. Please search for 2 night stays across the following dates: 21st-24th March, 2nd-5th May, 23rd - 26th May, 22nd-25th August. Please search for 3 night stays across the following dates: 24th,25th,26th December.
Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.
If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later, the first night will be charged. In case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.
To cancel an existing booking please go to the Cancellation page.
15 % VAT is included. Service charge is not applicable. City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Free public parking is possible on site.
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Wireless internet is available in public areas and is free of charge.
No deposit will be charged.
All children are welcome. All children under 3 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. Maximum capacity of babycots in a room is 1. There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.
Each bedroom at The Hope Anchor has been individually styled and furnished to a high standard, incorporating warmth and elegance throughout.
Our double rooms are decorated and furnished to a high standard and most face over fantastic views of the marshes, Camber Castle and the sea. Each room has its own charm, but all have still and sparkling water.
Both these 4 posters are beautifully fitted and offer fantastic country views. The Sankey Suite has an en suite bath with shower and a small lounge. The Harbour View also has an en suite bath with shower and has a dressing room.
This beautiful fisherman's cottage is 200 years old and is detached from the main hotel. It has its own patio and small garden, providing all the hotel services amid private peace and quiet.
This spacious room has a bed chamber separate from the lounge area and can accommodate a family of 4, with additional beds housed in the lounge.
This apartment is situated less than 10 metres from the hotel and affords spacious accommodation including a patio garden and 2 bathrooms. It has a large drawing room with dining table and a TV area.
Our double rooms are decorated and furnished to a high standard and most face over fantastic views of the marshes, Camber Castle and the sea. Each of the rooms have an individual name including Castle View, Riverside, Captains Cabin, Port Hole, The Outlook, Jolly Sailor. Each room has its own charm, all have still and sparkling water.
A ground floor Apartment with a large combined bedroom and lounge with access to a large patio area and en suite bathroom with separate shower. The Apartment is equipped with free view TV and DVD recorder, WI-FI, mini bar and telephone, tea and coffee making facilities and open gas fire. There are two Chesterfield armchairs that convert into two single beds to accommodate a family at an extra £30 per person bed and breakfast. The Admirals Apartments are situated 10 metres away from the hotel and are of Watch Bell Street (a quiet cobbled street) with views across Romney Marshes, Camber Castle and the sea.
Our first floor Apartment is accessed of the landing and comprises a large double bedroom with an en suite bathroom and a separate en suite shower room, it is equipped with free view TV, WI-FI, telephone and tea and coffee making facilities. There is a separate lounge also with free view TV, mini bar and WI-FI connection. There are two Chesterfield armchairs in the lounge that convert into two single beds to accommodate a family at an extra £30 per person bed and breakfast. The Admirals Apartments are situated 10 metres away from the hotel and are of Watch Bell Street (a quiet cobbled street) with views across Romney Marshes, Camber Castle and the sea.
By car : From the M20: - Leave the M20 at junction 10 and move to the A2070 signed Lydd and Brenzet. - Follow the A2070 to Brookland roundabout (near the 'Total' petrol station). - Take the 2nd exit onto A259, signed Rye and Hastings. - Once you reach Rye itself, travel round the town's 1-way system and enter the high street through the Landgate Arch (a stone archway). - Take your 1st left after the right-hand bend. - Follow on up the hill and take your 1st left. - This will take you onto the cobbled street. - Follow the street right and then carry on straight into Watch Bell Street and you will come to The Hope Anchor at the end of Watch Bell Street. From the A2/M2: - Take the A2 out of London, leading onto the M2. - Leave the M2 at junction 3 and take the A229 to join the M20 at junction 6. - Continue down the M20 leaving at junction 10. - Follow directions as outlined above. From the M25 (via the A21): - Exit the M25 at junction 5. - Proceed down the A21 towards Hastings. - At Flimwell turn left onto the A268 (signposted Hawkhurst). - This road will take you to Rye. See above for remaining directions.
*Directions included in email booking confirmation
