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The Lookout Rye

3.0 star property
City-center Rye hotel with bar/lounge

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Deluxe Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board
Front of property
Panoramic Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, Patio, Canal View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board
Restaurant
Courtyard
In the heart of the city, The Lookout Rye offers a warm welcome with a rooftop terrace and a bar. Connect to WiFi, indulge in cooked-to-order breakfast and appreciate luggage storage for your convenience. Helpful staff has left guests praising their stay.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (8)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Bar/lounge
  • Terrace
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Self parking (surcharge)
The current price is AED 333
AED 400 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24

Room options

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Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Hilders Cliff, Rye, England, TN31 7LD

What's nearby

  • Rye Castle Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • 1066 Country Walk - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Landgate - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Rye St. Mary's Parish Church - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Rye Heritage Centre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 98 min drive
  • Rye Station - 6 min walk
  • Winchelsea Station - 11 min drive
  • Hastings Three Oaks Station - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Mermaid Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Rye Waterworks Micropub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Knoops - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Apothecary Coffee House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Whitehouse - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Lookout Rye

Located near a train station, The Lookout Rye is a great choice for a stay in Rye. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails and surfing/body boarding. Other features include a bar/lounge and a terrace. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 19 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Uncovered onsite self parking (GBP 8 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1800
  • Terrace

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 22-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Partially open bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 14.50 for adults and GBP 14.50 for children

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for GBP 20.0 per day

Parking

  • Uncovered self parking costs GBP 8 per night with in/out privileges

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Also known as

Rye Lodge Hotel
Rye Lodge Hotel
The Lookout Rye Rye
The Lookout Rye Hotel
The Lookout Rye Hotel Rye

Frequently asked questions

Does The Lookout Rye offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Lookout Rye does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Lookout Rye?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Lookout Rye?

Yes. Self parking costs GBP 8 per night. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Lookout Rye?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Lookout Rye and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, fishing, and hiking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course.

What's the area around The Lookout Rye like?

The Lookout Rye is in the heart of Rye, a short 6-minute walk from Rye Station and 4 minutes' walk from Rye St. Mary's Parish Church. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Reviews

The Lookout Rye Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently excellent with a good choice and good food. (69 reviews)
  • On-site parking was a convenient and valuable bonus for guests, with some even considering it worth the extra cost. (14 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

The room was clean, the facilities good, the location great.
Peter, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was comfortable and clean, breakfast was good and location was excellent.
Damian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Rye is fab

Nice hotel in a great position is a lovely town. Great value, well recommended
Elizabeth, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great experience and a place not easily forgotten

Lovely room, loved the artwork about the place, service was excellent, breakfast was amazing, and the outside bar area was very nice. The only issues to flag was that we ran out of breakfast tea and this wasn't restocked in our room and only having one bog roll at a time seemed a bit tight
Edward, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel in a central location

This is a great hotel right in the historic center close to shops and very good restaurants. The room was large and clean and comfortable. The staff was helpful. The breakfast was solid. We had some difficulty with the parking app and had to park on the street. Maybe because we have a US phone number the app wouldn’t load. It would be a lot easier if there was another parking system. But other than that, this is a great place to stay.
Rose, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Disappointing

The bedroom we stayed in was large but very tired. Net curtains were grey and outside terrace had food lying about on the floor.
Margaret, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wrong first impressions

We were apprehensive on registration and climbing some rather steep stairs to the 3rd level, over worn carpets, beside cracked walls to arrive at a wonderful, spotless and comfortable room with a perfect bathroom, huge balcony with views over the marshes. Excellent breakfst to order - the only disappointment was "kippers" was just one - but then I am greddy!
Nicholas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel right in an enviable position in the historic town. Parking is available for guests. Good breakfast. Excellent choice of dining options around the hotel. Opportunity to have refreshments on terrace outside hotel. Very friendly service.
Mark, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location, friendly staff and I liked the character but decor was tired looking
Julie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely hotel and room was great. Great location too. Lovely breakfast too. Such a shame about the common staircase area as desperately needs updating and carpet very worn. Room was lovely and spacious but shower was left as old one and not up to room standard
Mrs Elizabeth, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Very disastisfied about the room and its minimal comfortable and dirty bathroom. Impossible to make the room dark too - clearly not a room to sleep in? Despite being given a late check out on the evening, the manager comes banging at the door in the morning and when told a late check out had been approved, instead of apologising, states “who authorised this?” A poor experience on every level.
Julien, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, great price and very friendly staff - hearty full English breakfast
Damian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect hotel and location

A lovely hotel with amazing sized rooms with a small seating area outside the bedroom. Parking at the back, breakfast was perfect and the hotel is right in the centre of Rye.
Chris, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The hotel, while comfortable & welcoming, appears a bit run down, in need of a freshen up. Also appears to be understaffed.
Maria, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A little tired but great location and staff

Alex on the front desk was excellent as were the breakfast staff. A firm favourite even though the fabric of the building could do with some tlc.
elaine, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay Staff excellent especially Alex fantastic member of staff so friendly and helpful
Cheryl, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Good location, minutes from main high street with its restaurants and bars. Staff were helpful and friendly. However, the hotel is in need of complete refurbishment. Although our 'deluxe' room was a good size, it overlooked the car park and was extremely scruffy, dated and the bathroom in particular felt unclean. The hotel suited our purpose as we spent little time them as we were attended a wedding but I would not recommend it otherwise.
Faith, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Well situated, quiet and friendly
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel in central Rye , small bar area . Room was very comfortable and tastefully decorated. Crisp cotton sheets and fluffy white towels. Breakfast was tasty and freshly prepared.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We have stayed here 2 consecutive years having the same room - very clean and a friendly bunch of staff
Carolyn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved our stay. Friendly, helpful staff. Great location to walk to all.
Kathryn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location , friendly and helpful staff , great breakfast
Ian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a brilliant stay in the lookout. It is brilliantly located in Rye and we slept wonderfully. The reception and rooms were modern though the hallway is very tired (it looked like these will be renovated soon.) Great value including a good breakfast. My only complaint is that the tiles in the bathroom were a little mouldy.
Anna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved this place! Rooms were great. Liked it so much I'm going back again in August with family!
Grant, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay in charming location!

Attentive staff, wonderful hotel decor & comfortable room. I really enjoyed breakfast and the views
Roxy, 1-night trip

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