The Old Borough Arms Hotel - Rye

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The Old Borough Arms Hotel - Rye
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Overview

Located just 400 metres from the sandcastle-esque Rye Castle Museum, Old Borough Arms Hotel Rye is just next door to Mermaid Street. The guest house offers Wi-Fi in the rooms.

Location

The accommodation is about 110 km from London Gatwick airport and just 200 metres from such cultural venues as Lamb House. Rye Heritage Information Centre is a mere 100 metres from this 4-star hotel, and All Saints Church is 3.5 km away. There is Camber Sands about a 15-minute drive away, and Rye Railway bus station just a short walk from the property.

Rooms

Old Borough Arms Hotel offers 7 rooms with tea and coffee making facilities, and such modern conveniences as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. For more comfort a hairdryer and towels along with a separate toilet and a shower are provided.

Eat & Drink

Guests can quench their thirst in the lounge bar with their favourite drink. This Rye hotel is merely 150 metres from the bar The Standard Inn.

Leisure & Business

If you like an active lifestyle, water sports activities, windsurfing, and canoeing are available on site.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-20:00
until 11:00
Amenities
No parking available.
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:9
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Rooms and availability

Superior Suite
  • Max:
    5 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Small Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
  • Balcony
Family Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Balcony
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Coffee shop

Sports activities

Cycling

Canoeing

Wind surfing

Babysitting

Babysitting/Child services

No pets allowed

Sports & Fitness

  • Wind surfing
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling

Dining

  • Bar/ Lounge area

Children

  • Babysitting/Child services

Room features

  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Media

  • CD player

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about The Old Borough Arms Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 272 NZ$
📏 Distance to centre 400 m
🗺️ Location rating 8.6
✈️ Distance to airport 106.9 km
🧳 Nearest airport London Gatwick, LGW

Location

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The Strand, Rye, United Kingdom, TN31 7DB
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The Strand, Rye, United Kingdom, TN31 7DB
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
  • Hotels nearby
Museum
Rye Castle Museum
390 m
Church
St Mary's Church
260 m
Museum
Rye Heritage Information Centre
60 m
Museum
Lamb House
170 m
Mermaid Street
Mermaid Street
50 m
Corner Landgate & Tower Street
Landgate
490 m
Church
St Anthony of Padua Roman Catholic Church
160 m
Gallery
Rye Art Gallery
310 m
Gallery
Art and Soul Gallery
260 m
Gallery
The Purdie Gallery
310 m
105 High Street
Ethel Loves Me
310 m
18-20 Rope Walk
Glass Etc
390 m
Rock Channel
Bridgepoint Rye
450 m
Restaurant
Simply Italian
90 m
Restaurant
The Old Grain Store
30 m
Restaurant
The Ship Inn Restaurant
50 m
Restaurant
The Standard Inn
120 m
Restaurant
Quayside Kitchen
70 m
Restaurant
The Cobbles Tea Room
170 m
Restaurant
Hoof
140 m
Restaurant
Giants Fireplace Bar at The Mermaid Inn
110 m
Restaurant
Tatner's Street Kitchen
210 m

Reviews of The Old Borough Arms Hotel

8.3 /10
Great
367 reviews
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Historical charm with cozy rooms, really good breakfast, and proximity to Rye's attractions.

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Guests rate the Location 9/10

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Rooms and cleanliness8
Here's what guests said:
“Superior suite spacious and spotless, featuring cozy furnishings and charming decor. Bed dimensions unspecified.”
Location9
Here's what guests said:
“Central position near historical buildings, shops, and restaurants, making exploration convenient.”
Dining8
Here's what guests said:
“Hearty full English breakfast served with local pastries in a cozy cafe downstairs.”
Price and service7
Here's what guests said:
“Staff provided helpful local recommendations; no specific pricing details mentioned.”
Our guests’ reviewsWrite a Review
  • S
    Scarlett
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 23 Jan
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service10.0
    Dining9.0
    9.0
    helpful staff
    cozy bar

    Great hotel with free Wi-Fi in rooms, a cozy bar/lounge, and great breakfast options. Staff were helpful with my late departure. I'll be back for Christmas!

    Deluxe Double Room
  • V
    Vivian
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 08 Jan
    Great
    8.0

    We enjoyed good and fantastic location!!

    Very pleasant staff, everything was good.

  • R
    Rory
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 07 Jan
    Very good
    7.2

    Breakfast was exceptionally nice and sensational, truly enjoyed the location.

    The hotel was cute, nevertheless I stayed for 3 nights only. Cheerful staff, answered all questions. Its location was very central, right at St Mary's Church. This venue was in a fairly nice area so close to restaurants and pubs, the bar/restaurant and Mermaid Street. It made my trip to Rye a fab experience.

  • S
    Samantha
    United Kingdom
    left 5 reviews
    Wrote a review on 09 Dec
    Great
    8.0

    The Tilling Suite at the top features charming decor with cozy furnishings, offering great views of the street below. A good cafe downstairs serves really good sausage rolls and scotch eggs.

    Staying on the ground floor can be quite disruptive due to noise from guests entering through the alternate entrance right next to certain rooms. Road noise is also a factor, as well as the creaks and conversations from rooms above, which might disturb light sleepers. Some areas could use a fresh coat of paint, and limited fridge space for perishables is something to consider if you're bringing food.

  • M
    Michael
    United Kingdom
    left 2 reviews
    Wrote a review on 19 Sept
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service9.0
    Dining8.0
    9.0
    charming decor
    inviting cafe
    comfortable accessibility
    luggage support
    assistance availability

    I thoroughly enjoyed the charming decor throughout the Old Borough Arms. It exuded warmth and character, especially the inviting cafe downstairs where I enjoyed my meals. The accessibility features made it comfortable for seniors like myself.

    More support for luggage handling would be helpful.

    Standard Double Room
  • N
    Naomi
    United Kingdom
    left 5 reviews
    Wrote a review on 17 Sept
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service9.0
    Dining8.0
    9.0
    comfortable room
    no hot water

    The standard double room was comfortable, but there was no hot water in the sink.

    Standard Double Room
  • P
    Parker
    United Kingdom
    left 2 reviews
    Wrote a review on 13 Sept
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service8.0
    Dining8.0
    8.0
    central location
    clean modern bathroom

    Centrally placed with a comfy bed and clean, modern bathroom. I appreciated the well-cooked full English breakfast too!

    Standard Double Room
  • E
    Ella
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 25 Aug
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms10.0
    Service10.0
    Dining10.0
    10
    clean suite
    great location
    delicious breakfast

    The borough is veryvery comfy and tidy. Our superior suite was perfect for our group, ideal for exploring the nearby historical buildings. The added bonus was the excellent breakfast served right downstairs.

    do recommend

    Superior Suite
  • L
    Leo
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 09 Aug
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service9.0
    Dining10.0
    9.0
    charming decor
    delicious breakfast
    limited parking
    disappointing options

    The character of the place really stood out for me! We loved exploring the charming decor downstairs while enjoying a delicious breakfast. Just a little disappointed with the limited parking options. 😊

    Standard Double Room
  • B
    Benjamin
    United Kingdom
    left 9 reviews
    Wrote a review on 25 Jul
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service9.0
    Dining10.0
    9.0
    thoughtful amenities
    really good breakfast
    prime location
    limited parking
    lack of luggage assistance

    The Borough provided a warm welcome, and the room was both clean and spacious. I appreciated the thoughtful amenities, including tea/coffee making facilities and complimentary water. The breakfast was really good, with freshly baked pastries and a well-cooked full English spread. The hotel's prime location made it easy to explore the charming streets of Rye, all within walking distance.

    Parking is limited in the area.

    Standard Double Room
  • E
    Emma
    United Kingdom
    left 3 reviews
    Wrote a review on 24 Jul
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service9.0
    Dining9.0
    8.0
    cozy room
    welcoming staff
    noise issue
    front door

    The Old Borough Arms in Rye surprised with its cozy, spotless room and welcoming staff. The breakfast selection was good, and the location made exploring the area easy. Noise from the front door was bothersome at night. A pleasant experience worth revisiting!

    Standard Double Room
  • A
    Aiden
    United Kingdom
    left 3 reviews
    Wrote a review on 09 Jul
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms10.0
    Service10.0
    Dining10.0
    10
    friendly staff
    comfortable rooms

    charming stay near ancient church and beautiful galleries

    I had a fantastic experience enjoying the good breakfast options in the cozy cafe and loved how easy it was to stroll to St Mary's Church just a few steps away, taking in the lovely atmosphere of Rye.

    Single Room
  • B
    Benjamin
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 03 Jul
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms10.0
    Service10.0
    Dining10.0
    10
    spacious room
    friendly staff
    delicious breakfast
    noisy atmosphere

    Charming stay with great service

    Had a lovely 2-night stay. The room was spacious and modern, with a nice shower. The staff were super friendly and gave us great tips on where to eat. Enjoyed chilling at the bar area, but it was a bit noisy at times, hard to relax. A nice experience!

    Standard Double Room
  • N
    Naomi
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 26 Jun
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service10.0
    Dining8.0
    10
    friendly staff
    great location
    comfy room

    Loved everything about the old borough arms, the staff were super cute and friendly. Room was cozy and comfy plus the breakfast was cooked beautifully. Location is perfect for walking around rye, so many good pubs and restaurants nearby. Loved the large sash windows that let in fresh air and provided beautiful views!

    Family Room
  • R
    Rosie
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 24 May
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service10.0
    Dining9.0
    9.0
    charming room
    good breakfast
    modern shower

    Recommend for a day tour

    Charming room, good breakfast, with a modern shower, made my stay comfortable and relaxing, especially enjoying the varied breakfasts served in the cozy cafe during my five-night visit.

    Was all great.

    Standard Double Room

FAQ about The Old Borough Arms

What are the top attractions to visit while staying at Old Borough Arms Hotel?
Attractions that are worth your attention include Rye Castle Museum, situated a 5-minute walk away as well as the scenic Camber Sands Beach, located approximately a 15-minute drive from Old Borough Arms Hotel.
What interesting sites can I visit not far from the Old Borough Arms Hotel?
Guests of the Old Borough Arms Hotel can visit Mermaid Street (within a short walking distance of the accommodation), or Rye Heritage Information Centre placed 5 minutes' walk away.
What are our dining options during the stay at the 4-star Old Borough Arms Hotel?
Unfortunately, the 4-star Old Borough Arms Hotel does not have on-site restaurants, but guests can dine just outside the property in street food restaurant Tatner's Street Kitchen located a 5-minute walk away.
What time is check-in and check-out at Old Borough Arms Hotel hotel?
Guests of Old Borough Arms Hotel hotel can check in from 15:00 to 19:00 and check out from 11:00.
How much does it cost to stay at the guest house?
The price for a room in the guest house starts at $156.
What payment methods are available in the hotel?
At the hotel, you can pay using сash, Mastercard, and Visa.
What room types are available at the Old Borough Arms Hotel hotel?
Standard Double Room, Guest Room, and King Room are among the room types available at the Old Borough Arms Hotel hotel.
Which amenities are included in the rooms at the 4-star Old Borough Arms Hotel hotel?
Each room at the 4-star Old Borough Arms Hotel hotel offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, some units feature private bathrooms along with hair dryers and a shower.
Is free internet provided in Old Borough Arms Hotel?
Yes, Old Borough Arms Hotel provides Wi-Fi available in the rooms for free.
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