The Mermaid Inn
Rye mini break in historic smuggler's hideout
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Mermaid StreetRyeTN31 7EY
Rye
£199—Rye mini break in historic smuggler's hideout
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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. Two-night stays at this 600-year-old inn are less than £100 per person from November until March. This saves 44–49% on the lowest rates we found available online.
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 "lovely" food, "attentive" staff, and "fabulous" rooms.
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.
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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 (29 September, 2026). 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.
We spent our 35th wedding anniversary at Tge Mermaid. We had a lovely meal in the restaurant to celebrate.
Clair07 Oct, 2026Coventry, UK
Enjoyed Most
Fantastic two night stay and very careful attention to my gf needs in the bar and dining room
David02 Oct, 2026Ludlow, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great place to stay; amazing to think it has been welcoming guests since the 1400s . Staff were all very welcoming and looked after us very well. We had 2 meals - both delicious- The breakfast was plentiful and all the staff in the restaurant were great.
The location was excellent. We were able to park at the mermaid Inn, which was very helpful.
Maureen01 Oct, 2026New Malden, UK
Enjoyed Most
It was a beautiful historic setting and the food was excellent if pricey. Parking was difficult and as drivers of an electric car, we were disappointed that the hotel's chargers were out of action.
Other Comments
I had not quite appreciated how far away the sea now was, since my last proper visit to Rye which was probably about 40 years ago!
Veronica01 Oct, 2026London, UK
Enjoyed Most
We stayed at The Mermaid to celebrate my birthday. The staff were friendly and helpful. The room was quaint and in keeping with the hotel. We dined in the restaurant and found the service, options and quality of food amazing. I would definitely recommend a stay at this hotel.
Karen30 Sep, 2026
Enjoyed Most
Everything was lovely about our stay at the Mermaid Inn. The food was excellent. Staff were friendly and polite. The Inn is really great. Old world but extremely well maintained. Everything was of high quality. We went on a guided tour of the Inn which was very interesting
john29 Sep, 2026Leigh-On-Sea, UK
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Fantastic place to stay, we had never been visited Rye before and we really enjoyed it. Very quaint. The mermaid inn was amazing so much history
The staff were lovely very attentive and the food was great. Would highly recommend it to everyone.
Margaret11 Sep, 2026Ebbw Vale, UK
Enjoyed Most
Beautiful hotel based on centuries of history. Central to Rye which is like a time capsule. Quaint bar, charming character. Would love to stay midwinter and experience the huge fire.
Other Comments
Expect all the quirkiness of a very old hotel.
Car parking spaces tight and limited but they try and squeeze you in!
Restaurant only option of 2 / 3 course meal . Personally a main would have been enough, but there are bar options.
Paul09 Sep, 2026Littlehampton, UK
Enjoyed Most
Location.
Other Comments
The general indifference of the staff, with the notable exception of the lovely lady on reception.
james01 Sep, 2026Westbury, UK
Enjoyed Most
Fascinating old hotel.
Good restaurant but now only offers fixed price menu. Very good quality food.
Other Comments
Definitely worth a visit.
Nigel28 Aug, 2026Newmarket, UK
Enjoyed Most
Quirky and historical smugglers inn.
Rooms obviously are old and floors uneven.
Other Comments
Excellent in every way, breakfast and service amazing.
Would definitely recommend.
Easy walking distance to everywhere in Rye
Gail25 Aug, 2026
Enjoyed Most
Rare experience staying in such an old building. Lots of charm and history.
susan25 Aug, 2026Torquay, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely hotel in lovely location
Sandra23 Aug, 2026South Croydon, UK
Enjoyed Most
Greaat Hotel, with sloping floors, ceilings and staircases. Staff were very attentive and nothing was too much trouble. Food was great, well done to the chef.Would definitely come back.
Other Comments
No shower in our room apart from an attachment to the taps, this didn't bother us. Road can be noisy if you are staying at the front of the hotel, again didn't bother us. Car park is small but does have EV chargers that can be booked. Staff do move cars around if you are happy to leave your keys, unfortunately they left our car open and had moved the electronic seat.
Janet20 Aug, 2026Camberley, Surrey, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely food and great service
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Great place to stay in the heart of Rye
Leah19 Aug, 2026
Enjoyed Most
Great from start to finish.
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The staff were great. Big shout out to Emily - she was fantastic!
Amit15 Aug, 2026Northwood, UK
Enjoyed Most
Steeped in history. Fabulous individual themed rooms . Great location.
Diane15 Aug, 2026Littlehampton, UK
Enjoyed Most
Comfortable room, excellent service, good food, Ev charging point was reserved on request, interesting history and good location
HELEN12 Aug, 2026OLNEY, UK
Enjoyed Most
The history associated with the hotel was magical. A truly memorable stay - thank you!
Other Comments
Staff were fabulous and the food was amazing!
Soraya11 Aug, 2026Woodford Green, UK
Enjoyed Most
Steeped in History, incredible location, cooked to order breakfast, polite and accommodating staff.
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We don’t often say we’ll come back but we will
Julie11 Aug, 2026Redhill, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely old hotel with great staff.
Anne25 Jul, 2026Stroud, UK
Enjoyed Most
Staff were very helpful and a great location
sean20 Jul, 2026London, UK
Enjoyed Most
Always a lovely experience
Room lovely although a lot of scuttling behind a wall - nice perhaps
Evening meal was perfection as was the service. My full English was a bit undercooked for my liking and sausage barely cooked so I’ll remember next time to say ‘well done please’! Previous visits I enjoyed the full English. I had the sourdough, avocado with poached eggs and that was lovely.
I love the hotel and all staff so attentive.
Def recommend a visit and in fact I’m returning next week for a two night stay with a different friend x
Other Comments
I asked st reception about the hotel tour and was told it’s the last Sunday if each month but then heard from bedroom window the your guide with about 10 guests talking about the hotel. It was a Thursday. I’d wanted to do the tour do was a bit disappointed.
Julie19 Jul, 2026London, UK
Enjoyed Most
The Mermaid Inn is a wonderful hotel, and the staff are excellent
Other Comments
The hotel has limited parking but parking in the Market carpark is only £3 for 24 hours.
Clare19 Jul, 2026EASTLEIGH, UK
Enjoyed Most
Top hotel at a reasonable price with the best breakfast.
peter17 Jul, 2026
Enjoyed Most
Good time restaurant staff brilliant
Linda16 Jul, 2026whitstable, UK
Enjoyed Most
Friendly efficient stay. Small rooms but to be expected in a building of this age.
martin15 Jul, 2026Pilsley, UK
Enjoyed Most
Always a great stay here. Steeped in history & great atmosphere
peter14 Jul, 2026ESHER, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very quirky inn and rooms and lovely staff
Stockport10 Jul, 2026Stockport, UK
Enjoyed Most
The team were welcoming and helpful from our arrival to departure. Charlie was great in getting us into the car park and settled in to our room. The breakfast was good and the local sausages were lovely. The bar food was excellent. The general ambiance combined with the history meant that the Inn was an ideal base to explore the beautiful town of Rye.
Other Comments
If you are able to chose which car to bring, I would suggest taking the smaller one, as access is tight in the car park
Steven09 Jul, 2026Cold Ash, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great location, friendly staff, amazing breakfast
Other Comments
This is a very old hotel, so you should expect uneven floorboards, lots of stairs and quirky rooms. We were there during a heatwave and whilst there is no air-conditioning, a fan had been provided and we slept well. A traditional hotel, with traditional service. A very pleasant stay.
Christina09 Jul, 2026Guildford, UK
Other Comments
For what we paid we knew we would have a small room and happy to accept this for such a fantastic venue. The bathroom was only just acceptable, I would have complained had I paid full price.
Wonderful place and will go again.
Jacqueline04 Jul, 2026Sheffield, UK
Enjoyed Most
This is one of the most interesting hotels I have stayed in
Other Comments
Stay in this hotel and live English history
David01 Jul, 2026Haywards Heath, UK
Enjoyed Most
Beautiful old hotel with wonderful character and great food
Wendy01 Jul, 2026Chelmsford, UK
Enjoyed Most
Enjoyed the quirkiness of this historical gem, and its location in a beautiful part of Rye.
Nicolette28 Jun, 2026London, UK
Enjoyed Most
Staff were very helpful & friendly. Bedroom was very small with 3 steps uo to bathroom. As weather was hot an electric fan had been provided which we used all night. Good tea & coffee facilities in our room & a jug of iced water was provided on request. We felt dinner was rather overpriced for what we had, so ate out on the 2nd night. Very little choice of fruit at breakfast, just slices of melon, but cooked breakfast was good, with fast service.
Martin & Carolyn25 Jun, 2026Thame, UK
Enjoyed Most
Would not pay full price, we went on an offer.
Lots of staff but had to carry my own case up two flights of stairs ?? Strange smell in the corridor? I small bottle of shower gel for 2 guests for 2 nights?
JANICE24 Jun, 2026
Enjoyed Most
Very characterful hotel with friendly staff, particularly Charlie. Good food and very well located.
Ian23 Jun, 2026Godalming, UK
Enjoyed Most
Beautiful quirky hotel. Perfectly situated in the middle of Rye. Built in 1420 so full of character. Lots of beams so tall people need to be prepared to duck! Lovely room, friendly, helpful and welcoming staff and delicious food.
Sally03 Jun, 2026Stroud, UK
Enjoyed Most
Really enjoyed our trip. The service at the Mermaid is excellent. The atmosphere is fantastic, a place of real character, and relaxing for guests who can just wander where they choose in the delightful lounges. The food is first class, both at breakfast and dinner.
Rebecca03 Jun, 2026Lewes, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very atmospheric excellent food although the main menu was a bit limited and wasn’t to our taste
Muriel03 Jun, 2026Epsom, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely staff and great service
Other Comments
The character is amazing
Amanda28 May, 2026Sandwich, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very relaxed and helpful staff.
Other Comments
Breakfast a little disappointing.
David17 May, 2026Epsom, UK
Enjoyed Most
e had an amazing time at the Mermaid Inn in Rye. The staff were so friendly and welcoming and went out of their way to help and advise us. The food was very good and there were several rooms were you could choose to eat either a full dinner menu or meals and snacks from the bar menu. We really enjoyed our stay there.
Other Comments
Emma in reception was exceptionally friendly and helpful. Judith the owner was really nice and a pleasure to meet.
The room was medieval looking or and very comfortable.
The battered fish on the bar menu was crunchy and delicious.
The car park is quite small (about 15 car spaces) but the staff are keen to help you park or show you where the nearest and cheapest places to park.
JEAN15 May, 2026WORTHING, UK
Other Comments
Beautiful, quirky old building with modern comforts and very pleasant, helpful staff. Breakfast and bar food very good
Anne14 May, 2026Tring, UK
Enjoyed Most
Wonderful stay in an historic building in the heart of Rye
Other Comments
Cheerful, hardworking and professional staff
Michelle14 May, 2026Sittingbourne, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very friendly staff - nothing was too much trouble.
Had lovely meal in restaurant- breakfast was great - lots of choice and well presented.
jean13 May, 2026Chelmsford, UK
Enjoyed Most
All staff were fully committed to the customers - all efficient,, capable and friendly. We will return. Car parking could be an issue if the hotel is full with all car drivers, but there was no problem while we were there.
Graham11 May, 2026Yateley, UK
Enjoyed Most
We loved our stay at The Mermaid Inn. Room clean and full of character, quality breakfast, nice atmosphere in the bar, excellent location with so much history. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend.
Other Comments
Reception staff really welcoming and friendly.
Wendy08 May, 2026Mansfield, UK
Enjoyed Most
An amazing location in a very atmospheric hotel. The staff were really professional and helpful.
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