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Reviews of The Gallivant 4 stars

New Lydd Road, Rye, TN31 7RB, United Kingdom

#1 of 9 hotels in Rye

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 267 hotel reviews

8.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.5

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    9.0

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    7.7

  • Free WiFi

    8.3

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  • Reviewed: 27 March 2024

    8.0
    It was my birthday and I felt it was a lovely space, and I enjoyed our short stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    We had so me real trouble finding the hotel even with use of sat navs and google maps, however the staff were excellent in finding us a mile away in a car park (!), and drove us to the hotel by guiding us there in their own car, which we followed. Thankyou for that, and free drinks for us was a very nice touch.

    Breakfast was excellent

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 March 2024

    9.0
    Luxury by seaside
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Our only issue was a side order which came with an ingreaient we'd asked to have omited. The staff again went out of their way to rectify the issue once we realised it.

    Always a luxury experience at the Gallivant. From the moment you enter until check out time the staff are on hand to cater for your every need. The ambiance is cosy yet sofisticated, think the Ivy by the sea. The food is always seasonal and localy sourced and meets the highest standards. The rooms are comfortable and clean and it's adults only so its peaceful and relaxing. We have a little dog and he loves it too, being able to go to the beach and have him stay with us is a great treat for us all.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 March 2024

    10
    I want to go back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast was delicious, although personally I would prefer a normal cooked breakfast. The brioche buns just reminded me of McDonalds. 😬

    I loved the cozy comfort of the hotel and the friendliness of the staff, and I loved the fact that food/drinks were sourced locally where possible. The food was consistently delicious and plentiful, and the menu for dinner was different, so was exciting. It was a really relaxing weekend by the sea. The beach was lovely, and I wish we had tried the afternoon fish n chips takeaway. Our room was perfect for us, I didn’t think it needed to be any bigger, we had everything in it that we could possibly need, coffee, tea, milk, fridge, dressing gowns, iron/iron board, toiletries… and it was so quiet. Not being a dog lover, I thought the fact the Gallivant allowed dogs would be bother to me, however, I hardly noticed they were there, which was a bonus. Happiness IS a place and I think the Gallivant IS it! I would definately visit again.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2024

    8.0
    Great staycation
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Price was a lot but we got the complete package as that was all was available, it was all great though

    Lovely clean hotel

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    10
    Amazing customer service and a really lovely place to stay for a peaceful weekend away by the beach
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Outside areas could do with a revamp given the price. I’ve stayed before, but first impression do count and the entrance really lets the hotel down.

    Staff were amazing!! They went above and beyond to make me and my Dog feel comfortable. Breakfast was great. Nice atmosphere, generally across the hotel. Great location for beach walks.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 February 2024

    10
    It was too short
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    It was fantastic throughout, the decor, the layout and general feeling of wellbeing it gave. The staff are wonderful and go over and beyond to make your stay an experience to remember.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 February 2024

    10
    Wonderfully relaxing retreat in Camber
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I anything, dinner was a bit too big. We went for the full gallivant experience, so would recommend putting some lighter food options or small portions on the menu for the lighter eater. But that would be my only ‘but’. As we loved our stay

    Super friendly staff, nice decor, lovely many places to sit and relax, loved the oysters happy hour, the breakfast was fab, the morning yoga was so gentle I managed to get my partner to go, the rooms were cute, lovely bathroom. And all round a fabulous place to come relax

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 February 2024

    10
    Wonderful mini break
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    ...having to leave it 🤣

    Gorgeous lounge and bar. Lovely rooms.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 February 2024

    9.0
    The staff were very lovely and accommodating. The location was very conducive for relexation
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The ambience was wonderful and very relaxing

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 January 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful boutique beach retreat.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The heating hadn't been on for long so our room was cold. Our booking was last minute so not really their fault.

    The Gallivant is a hidden gem of a hotel. Channelling a shabby beach chic it's the sort of place where you relax the minute you walk through the door. The bar has a great selection of English wine and dinner was excellent. Breakfast is delicious - worth the trip. Rooms are modest but comfortable and we loved the Bamford productions. We had to leave early otherwise I'd have taken part in the complimentary yoga class. Would thoroughly recommend.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 January 2024

    10
    Comfortable, friendly and delicious!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    From the friendly greeting, to the lovely room and exceptional food - everything about my stay was perfect. I've stayed once before, and would stay again, although have now moved locally so will at least be visiting for dinner!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 January 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very comfortable and stylish. Excellent staff, very helpful. Gorgeous but pricey dinner.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 January 2024

    10
    Amazing - thoroughly enjoyed and would highly recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Expected the room to be larger for the price paid.

    Staff were super friendly. Scrambled eggs were the best I've eaten! Aesthetics were great. Nice and relaxing!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 January 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No coffee machine in room … something one has come to expect at over £350 per night. Tiny shower head which, probably due to limescale, directed the water into single, solid and heavy jet of water.

    Very cosy, lovely ambiance..

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 October 2023

    8.0
    Perfect except for a few blips...
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast was a disaster. It took an hour to just get a coffee. We were told that we couldn't place our breakfast order because the kitchen had too many orders already. What??? Dinner was a bit hit and miss. No logic to the chef bringing the main course plates, not the main course itself. Wine at five (don't call it wine o'clock or you'll be in trouble!), lovely idea but it'd be nice to have a choice. We were given rose. I hate rose. Not a fan of the two tier system. I understand it but especially at breakfast it'd be nice to be given the choice of ordering (and paying extra) for stuff from the full menu. Or in the evening, it wouldn't break the bank for everyone to get some bed time tea.

    The best welcome we've ever received, in all our travels - thanks Nakita. Beautiful room, we were given an upgrade to one overlooking the gardens. Great location, the cleanest beach in the UK (in my opinion). You can grab a picnic rug from reception and order cocktails to take with you to the beach at sunset. Cake in the afternoon - heaven. I liked the water bottle system too, brilliant idea. Nice toiletries in the bathroom and big fluffy robes. Loved the decor and design, comfortable but chic.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 October 2023

    8.0
    Enjoyable and relaxing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    No coffee / tea making facilities in the room.

    Dinner, breakfast and the ambience.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 September 2023

    10
    Will go again ...soon!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Everything was lovely - the position, the gardens, the staff, the food and the wines. Wish we could have stayed longer. We will definitely go back and take our dog next time!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 August 2023

    10
    A wonderful break on the Sussex coast
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We didn't stay long enough to fully appreciate all that was on offer

    The quality of the food was excellent. The staff were extremely friendly and genuinely attentive to our requirements. The room was very charming , leading out to a garden.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Evening meal was great and the breakfast too

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 August 2023

    9.0
    A wonderful stay at The Gallivant. I would highly recommend this for a short trip.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The property is cosy, comfortable and modern. It’s small enough to feel at home in.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2023

    9.0
    Relaxing, comfortable, beautifully appointed and very very good food
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It would be even more relaxing if check time was 12pm not 11am.

    Super chilled yet luxurious, fabulous helpful staff and amazing food.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2023

    10
    Perfect weekend away
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    -decor -attention to details -access to the garden directly from the room -how welcomed they made us feel, not just us but also our dog Truly recommended, if you are looking to recharge!

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 July 2023

    9.0
    Relaxing, comfortable and soothing for the soul.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing I can think of!

    The staff were wonderful, very friendly and genuine.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 July 2023

    10
    It was beautiful,I wish I could have stayed longer.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Everything.

    Stayed in July 2023

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