The Hope Anchor

Hotels
8.4 (2680 reviews)
Watch Bell Street , Rye , GB

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Hiking
Laundry
Luggage storage
Fishing
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 2680 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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Leonie • couple • us
10
Would happily stay there again
Pros:

What a lovely place to stay! Our room was beautiful and very spacious. The bed was comfortable and the breakfast was amazing

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Angela • couple • gb
7
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Adrian • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Set in the centre of town - perfect. Good local advice from staff. Pleasant, old-fashioned atmosphere. Happy hour in bar excellent.o

Cons:

Disappointing breakfast. Very good selection of buffet food(fruit, cereals, ham, cheese) etc. Cooked food disappointingly tasteless. Need to upgrade quality of food items.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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sophie • couple • gb
7
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • extended_group • gb
10
We had such a fab time. Our room, staff, cleanliness and delicious breakfast including the cooked one. Couldn't faul
Pros:

The property was lovely and clean and had such a gorgeous stunning hotel in a fab location. Our room was so spacious too and we had everything we needed. Staff were so helpful too and very friendly and welcoming. They even allowed us to store our bikes safely.

Cons:

Nothing. It was gorgeous and had a lovely cosy feel.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • gb
9
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Ellen • solo_traveller • nl
6
Cons:

Het voelde niet heel schoon door oude vlekken in het tapijt, de sprei en behang.
Raam mochten we niet ver open doen omdat er anders duiven in de kamer kwamen die daar een nest wilde maken.
Ontbijt was niet geweldig, koffie was oploskoffie.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Kate • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Spacious room and bathroom very large comfortable bed. Helpful staff

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Satish • couple • au
8
Historic and lovely property with excellent breakfast.
Pros:

Lovely location. Very historic property.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Jim • solo_traveller • gb
6
Very pleasant stay but had to go elsewhere for a proper pint.
Pros:

Friendly manageress, good varied choice of breakfast, great location.

Cons:

Bar area was empty and only one or two people wandered in. No drought or tap beers, only cans and bottles etc from a fridge.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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William • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Comfortable room

Cons:

Breakfast was feeble

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Giulia • extended_group • gb
7
Pros:

Really good location. Lovely breakfast. The room was very nice.

Cons:

I think the ceiling was quite thin. We could hear the guests above us walking very loudly.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Daniel Maul • solo_traveller • fr
9
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Gabriele • couple • de
9
Pros:

Ein bezauberndes Hotel mit viel Flair. Das Haus ist sehr alt und verwinkelt, aber genau so stellt man sich ein engliches Hotel in dieser schönen Stadt vor. Das Personal war sehr freundlich und unkompliziert und das Frühstück sehr gut.

Cons:

Die Anfahrt mit dem eigenen Auto ist etwas herausfordernd, da die Straßen sehr schmal sind. Tagsüber muss der Wagen am Stadtrand geparkt werden, was aber mit einem kurzen Fußweg kein Problem war.

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • couple • ch
8
Sehr charmant.
Pros:

Sehr schöne Lage im alten Teil der Stadt.
Sehr nettes, hilfsbereites Personal.

Cons:

Zufahrt. Zuerst war unklar ob man mit dem Auto zum Hotel fahren darf - ist erlaubt.

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Thierry • couple • be
8
Grand moment de détente, à la découverte d'une région authentique à 1h de Londres.
Pros:

Emplacement de l'hôtel dans la ville. Charme british. Petit déjeuner sur mesure. Accueil sympathique.

Cons:

Les pigeons installés dans la chambre que j'ai évacué gentiment moi-même. Une expérience unique et fun à vrai dire. Un souvenir immémorable.

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Nathalie • solo_traveller • ch
2
Très déçue
Pros:

Son emplacement

Cons:

Très très vétuste la chambre était insalubre salle de bains pourrie

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Michiel • couple • nl
10
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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alison • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Great location, excellent choice for breakfast.

Cons:

Coffee at breakfast was dreadful and undrinkable which was a shame as everything else was good.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Dmitry • couple • fi
10
A lovely stay in a charming historic hotel with beautiful views and very friendly staff.
Pros:

We really enjoyed our stay at the Hope Anchor Hotel. The staff were very friendly and welcoming, and the hotel itself has a lot of character. It is a beautiful historic building with lovely views, which makes the atmosphere feel very special. Everything was comfortable and pleasant, and we would happily stay here again.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee