Guest Rating: 
4.3 / 5
One of England's oldest and loveliest inns, with Norman cellars dating from 1156, the Mermaid, rebuilt in 1420, offers tradition and charm in abundance.
A jewel in the crown of Rye, the inn has a wide range of accommodation including rooms with four-poster beds and fascinating secret passages. The lounge bar boasts of one of the largest open log fireplaces in the country. The AA Rosette restaurant offers fine British and French cuisine and the head chef is proud to use only the freshest of local ingredients.
For many years The Mermaid has been frequented by artists from the stage and screen: Charlie Chaplin, Pierce Brosnan, Andy Garcia and Johnny Depp to name a few. Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother and Prince Edward have also visited. Painters from all over the world have spent many a happy hour with brush in hand, capturing the rare character of this beautiful inn.
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 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night 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 private parking is possible on site.
Pets are not allowed.
Wireless internet is available in public areas and is free of charge. Wireless internet is available in some hotel rooms and is free of charge.
A fixed amount of GBP 50 per room will be charged on the day of booking and is refundable.
All children are welcome. All children under 5 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. All older children or adults are charged GBP 30.00 per night and person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.
The Inn has 3 single rooms, one with an early Victorian four-poster bed. Wherever possible, a double room for sole occupancy is reserved.
The Elizabethan Bedchamber, named after Queen Elizabeth I who visited Rye in 1573, offers a truly atmospheric experience. This famous, panelled four-poster room offers views across to the Brede Valley and over the ancient town of Rye.
The restaurant's linen-fold panelling and Medieval artwork by the Slade School of Art offers an extremely romantic setting for fine dining. Breakfast is served from 08:00 until 10:00; lunch is served from 12:00 until 14:30; and dinner is served from 19:00 until 21:30.
