The Hope Anchor

Hotels
8.4 (2431 reviews)
Watch Bell Street , Rye , gb

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Packed lunches
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
Board games/puzzles
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Good breakfast
Cons:
Small rooms
Limited amenities
Shower pressure issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.15
Overall cleanliness was mentioned as good, but there were comments about small room size affecting perception.
Service
9.15
Staff were consistently noted as friendly and efficient, going above and beyond in some instances.
Location
9.15
Location was frequently highlighted as perfect for exploring the area.
Room Quality
7.65
Some reviews noted the rooms as small and dated, affecting overall comfort.
Amenities
7.65
Mixed sentiments with comments on limited beverage options and some amenities being dated.
Value for Money
8.15
Several reviews indicated that pricing felt high for the room size and conditions.
Food and Beverage
8.65
Breakfast consistently received positive feedback, indicating good food quality.
Overall Experience
8.65
Guests generally expressed enjoyment and a willingness to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 07:18

Property Description

Charming 18th Century Former Inn with Seaside Views

Historic Charm: Immerse yourself in the history of The Hope Anchor, a former inn built in the mid-18th century for sailors and ship builders. Discover secret passages once used by smugglers, adding a touch of mystery to your stay.

Cozy Ambiance: Unwind in the traditional snug bar beside a crackling log fire, and retreat to individually styled bedrooms, some featuring elegant four poster beds for a touch of luxury and romance.

Delightful Breakfast Options: Start your day with a delicious full English breakfast or opt for a lighter continental spread in the charming breakfast room, offering a variety of cold meats, cheeses, yogurt, and fresh fruit salad.

Book now to experience the historic charm and cozy ambiance of The Hope Anchor!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for £10 per person per stay when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 2431 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.15
Service: 9.15
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 7.65
Amenities: 7.65
Value for Money: 8.15
Food and Beverage: 8.65
Overall Experience: 8.65
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Markus • couple • at
9
Sehr nettes Hotel. Gerne wieder.
Pros:

Sehr individuelle Zimmer in einem mittelalterlichen Hotel. Jede Tür ist unterschiedlich hoch, so wie die Häuser früher halt waren. Das hatte sehr viel Charme. Hotel ist direkt in einer schönen mittelalterlichen Straße.

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Karin • extended_group • nl
7
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Maatje • couple • nl
8
Kom nog eens terug
Pros:

Een Engels gevoel

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
T
Thomas • solo_traveller • de
9
Pros:

The breakfast

Cons:

The cold bathroom

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Terry • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
K
Keith • extended_group • be
9
2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Sven • couple • de
9
2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Yuliia • family_with_children • ua
10
A perfect weekend stay combining beautiful historic charm with excellent, friendly service and great
Pros:

We had a wonderful stay at The Hope Anchor. The hotel has beautiful interiors and the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. The breakfast was both tasty and filling, and we especially loved that we could take our coffee to go in a takeaway cup. It was also very convenient to be able to leave our bags at reception after checking out so we could enjoy the town before our train. Highly recommended!

Cons:

Nothing .

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
G
Gizem • couple • tr
5
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Larisa • couple • gb
8
Good view and friendly staff.
Pros:

Good view. Friendly staff.

Cons:

A little tired decor but didn’t affect our stay. I know it is expensive to redecorate often.

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
G
Graham • solo_traveller • gb
8
One night stay in cycle trip
Pros:

Good central location in Rye
The bed was comfortable and the breakfast was good
They allowed us to store our ebikes in a room behind reception

Cons:

As others have said, the place is tired and in need of re decoration.
Our room was cold. The weather was chilly but there was no heating in the room.
The shower was sufficiently powerful and the shower tray drain sufficiently poor that within a short time the shower had to be turned off to stop the shower tray flooding.
A smile and a warmer welcome would have been good

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Nigel • solo_traveller • gb
7
A perfectly adequate hotel, with good breakfast room, lounge & bar area. Ideally situated for town.
Pros:

The breakfast was perfectly adequate with what you'd expect at a hotel of this ilk. My room was warm and cozy with excellent views over the surrounding area. The hotel was a short walk from the old historic town, which was delightful with some lovely shops and restaurants.

The hotel offered a great room to store my bike.

Cons:

The bed was too soft for my liking and sometimes I could feel the springs.

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Hugh • extended_group • gb
9
Comfortable
Pros:

Great easily accessible position in the town, friendly staff, easy checking, quiet rooms, fantastic views.

Cons:

No real ale

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
A
Alain • couple • ca
8
2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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ELENA • solo_traveller • es
9
2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Jasmin • couple • de
8
Perfekte Lage mitten in Rye.
Pros:

Ideale Lage um Rye zu erkunden

Cons:

Die Ausstattung des Zimmers war schon etwas abgenutzt.

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • couple • gb
9
Very pleasant stay. Great breakfast. Helpful staff
Pros:

The location is lovely with great views across to Camber Castle.

Cons:

The room was up in the eaves and that would be difficult for anyone tall.

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
8
Value for money. Very positive.
Pros:

Location excellent. Quirky with character.

Cons:

A little tired.

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
C
Cristina • couple • gb
10
2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Hannah • extended_group • us
9
Pros:

Location, breakfast, accommodations

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee