Rye

£119—Rye: escape to historic smuggler's inn

The Mermaid Inn
Ross Palmer
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Flexible Deal

Save now and choose your dates when you're ready. Vouchers are refundable for 14 days, or you can extend the refund period when you buy them. Learn more.

Why We Love This Deal

Staying at the Mermaid Inn is like stepping back in time. You'll be surrounded by beamed ceilings, cosy fireplaces, and wood panelling. Overnight stays at this 600-year-old inn are £119, saving 43% on the hotel's flexible rates.

What's Included

  • Valid Sunday–Thursday until 31 October, 2025
  • Overnight accommodation in a Cosy or Standard Double Room (subject to availability on booking), with full English breakfast, for two
  • Two-night stays with daily breakfast are £199
  • You can combine multiple vouchers for longer stays
  • Not available on 14–15, 18–22, 26–29 May; 1–5, 8, 10–12, 16–19, 22–23, 26, 29–30 June; 1–3, 6–8, 13–15, 20, 24, 27, 30 July; 4, 24 August; 4 September, 2025 (updated 2:45pm, 13 May, 2025)

98%
Enjoyed This
"We had a wonderful time at The Mermaid Inn. Food was excellent, staff very friendly and helpful. Our room had a lot of character , with period features and exceptionally clean."
Rosalie
11 Apr, 2025 - Steyning, UK
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More Reasons to Go

  • This famous former smuggler's inn dates back to 1420. It was reputedly visited by Elizabeth I and has hosted the Queen Mother.
  • Our members love this property, praising the "fabulous" location, "lovely" staff, and "delicious" food.
  • There's a 2-AA-Rosette restaurant with an "atmospheric dining room". The "delightful" (The AA) public rooms include a bar and several lounges.
  • Camber Sands, a 3-mile-long sandy beach, is a 10-minute drive away. It's one of the UK's best spots for beachcombing (Daily Express). Kitesurfing is also a popular activity.
  • Camber Castle, a 16th-century fort built by Henry VIII, is five minutes' away. It's set within Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, where you might spot tern and oystercatchers.
How to Book: Purchase a voucher from Travelzoo then call 01797 223065 or email info@mermaidinn.com to make a reservation for your desired travel dates. Reservations are subject to availability and early booking is encouraged. Restaurant reservations are subject to availability; please call the hotel ahead of your visit to confirm availability.

Voucher Cancellation & Refund Policy: Within 14 days of purchase, Travelzoo will give you a full refund if you change your mind or can't find dates that suit you. Vouchers can be refunded online by going to "My Account". After 14 days, your voucher is non-refundable. If advanced reservations are required, changes and cancellations are subject to the merchant’s cancellation or rescheduling policy, and may result in a fee or voucher forfeiture. You must cancel your reservation directly with the merchant prior to refunding your voucher.

Hotel Cancellation & Rescheduling Policy: Once you've made your reservation, you cannot change your travel dates with the hotel. If you cancel or change your booking in violation of the hotel's cancellation policy, you may be subject to additional fees or voucher forfeiture.

Menu items are subject to change. Cannot be combined with any other offer. No cash value or cash back. The regular value stated is based on the maximum combined cost of the items included in this experience at the time of publication (6 May, 2025).The photos are for illustration purposes only. If you experience any difficulties booking, please contact our Customer Service team for assistance before the voucher expiration date.

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When You Can Go

Sun–Thu until 31 Oct, 2025

Have a Question? Contact Travelzoo.

Customer Service available Mon-Fri, 8am-6pm

98%
Enjoyed This
(361 Member Ratings)
Ratings & reviews reflect verified member feedback for The Mermaid Inn over the past 15 months.
4.8 Ambiance
4.9 Location
4.5 Rooms
4.9 Quality of Service
4.7 Value for the Money
4.8 Ease of Booking
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Enjoyed Most
A tick on the bucket list and not disappointed.
John 05 May, 2025 Hockley, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great place to stay. Right in the heart of Rye. Staff very helpful. Parking a little tricky.
Sharon 04 May, 2025 Peterborough, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very characterful old building. Good breakfast and dinner quality
Other Comments
Friendly staff
Chris 24 Apr, 2025 Oxford, UK
Enjoyed Most
A lovely quaint Hotel in the middle of Rye. The staff were all extremely friendly and helpful
Roger 18 Apr, 2025 HASSOCKS, UK
Enjoyed Most
Our room was comfortable and cosy and the breakfasts were very good. A very pleasant stay.
Karen 17 Apr, 2025 Brentwood, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great room, friendly staff, delicious food .
Elizabeth 11 Apr, 2025 Maidstone, UK
Enjoyed Most
We had a wonderful time at The Mermaid Inn. Food was excellent, staff very friendly and helpful. Our room had a lot of character , with period features and exceptionally clean.
Rosalie 11 Apr, 2025 Steyning, UK
Enjoyed Most
Gorgeous historic inn - full of charm and Elizabethan atmosphere. It was right in the centre of picturesque Rye. We thoroughly enjoyed it although the room we were given (no. 22) was not part of the original inn and was located above the kitchen. It was very hot in there, the bed mattress was very poor quality and uncomfortable. As a result, we didn't sleep well
Other Comments
The restaurant at The Mermaid was excellent both for dinner and breakfast. Like the rest of the hotel, it is very historic with a cosy feel.
James 04 Apr, 2025 Eastbourne, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very nice hotel with very helpful and friendly staff
Joey 04 Apr, 2025 canterbury, UK
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A MAGICAL overnight stay for us both at The Mermaid Inn, Mermaid Street, Rye. (Combined birthday and WA celebration). Rebuilt in the 15th century, it is a treasure trove of history on an ancient cobbled street in an enchanting old town. It was once a hub for smuggling gangs, notably the notorious Hawkhurst Gang who were feared throughout the southeast and at one point numbered 600+. Violence, romance, intrigue, secret doorways and passages, creaking timbers (oh BOY do these creak!) cavernous fireplaces and links with shipwrecks, war, fleeing refugees and royalty... it has it all. And the food. Don't start me on the homemade pistachio ice cream. I think it's enchanted because now it's all I can think about.
Other Comments
Unfortunately the soundproofing between bedrooms is pretty nonexistent because of antiquity... likewise the constant noisy creaking of timbers which does interrupt sleep. This is unavoidable. But it's good to be aware.
Angela 03 Apr, 2025 Eastbourne, UK

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