Guesthouse Old Borough Arms
The Strand, Rye, TN31 7DB, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.6/10! (score from 428 reviews)
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Amazing location, lovely room, friendly owners, yummy breakfast.

Bed is very comfortable, great location, small fan in the room perfect for summer

Lovely spot, friendly and welcoming. The room was cozy, warm and very comfortable, and most importantly it was very clean! Great location. I couldn't ask for more .

Perfect location for train and bus and the historic ancient city. Sarah and Ian most helpful. Delicious breakfasts and lunches. Will miss seeing a 14th century town wall outside my door!

Friendly staff, nice spacious room with big TV and lovely location.

Clean and comfortable Friendly and welcoming hosts/owners Perfect location for Rye

Perfect location. Very clean, comfortable rooms. Staff very helpful. Very good breakfast. Great location, easy walking distance to everything in town including the train station. Walkable to Camber Sands.

Lovely room, comfortable bed and great bathroom. Fantastic location and friendly staff - overall it was excellent.

A perfect little B&B in a characterful building on the corner of Mermaid St. The staff couldn’t have been more helpful.

A warm welcome and the best breakfast ever And rooms are cosy

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Host Info

The Old Borough Arms is a family run guest House in the heart of Rye. All of our 9 rooms are en suite and are decorated to a high standard. We also have a 3 bedroom apartment at the top of the building with 3 good sized bedrooms and a living room that looks out across The Strand. Check in times are from 2pm until 6pm. We have also have a fantastic terrace that is on the corner of Mermaid Street which guests of The Old Borough Arms can use along with customers from The Mermaid Street Cafe. All guest rooms have tea and coffee making facilities, TV, towels and good quality comfortable beds so that you can have a wonderful and restful sleep. We have a well stocked bar providing a range of drinks for guests to sample and free Wi-Fi access is available throughout the building. The Old Borough Arms overlooks the bustling Strand Quay and from our veranda many interesting shops can be seen including stylish antique and old curiosity shops. The town centre with many more interesting and individual shops, pubs and restaurants is only a few minutes walk away. Beneath the Old Borough Arms in Rye, you will find The Mermaid street Cafe which has been featured in Sussex Life Magazine where our friendly staff will be happy to serve you with a traditional cream tea, a light lunch, or a delicious cake from our great selection of indulgent locally baked cakes. We also stock Movenpick Ice Cream which is the most delicious ice cream we have come across on our quest to find the best. We also have a reputation for serving fantastic coffee from simple americano's to skinny vanilla soya lattes!! Check in is between 2pm and 6pm. we would appreciate an E.T.A. Guests of the Old Borough Arms receive a 10% discount on any purchase made at the Mermaid Street Cafe
The Old Borough Arms Guest House in Rye is situated at the foot of the famous and much photographed Mermaid Street, where the cobbled streets of Rye wind their way up to the Church of St. Mary, passing by the house of Henry James the famous author on the wa We are situated just a two minute walk away from the town centre. Check in Times are from 2pm and 8pm In the Winter months we would appreciate an E.T.A
Languages spoken: English
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Camber Castle1 miles
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Rye Golf Club1.7 miles
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Camber Sands3.6 miles
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Great Dixter7 miles
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Bodiam Castle9 miles
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White Rock Theatre9.6 miles
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Battle Abbey10.9 miles
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Battle Golf Club11.3 miles
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Cafe/Bar Mermaid Street Cafe0 miles
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Restaurant Hoof0.1 miles
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Ocean/Sea Camber/ Winchelsea3 miles
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Lake Lydd8 miles
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London Gatwick Airport41.7 miles
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London Southend Airport42.8 miles
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London City Airport48.4 miles
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Amenities of Old Borough Arms
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4
Most popular amenities
Outdoors
- Terrace
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
Food & Drink
- On-site coffee shop
- Wine/Champagne Additional charge
- Bar
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
- Packed lunches
- Babysitting/Child services
General
- Smoke-free property
- Non-smoking rooms
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Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 4 and above are considered adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
There's no capacity for cribs at this property.
This property doesn't offer extra beds.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Old Borough Arms accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine print
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are currently in effect at this property.
Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.
Please inform Old Borough Arms 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.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
FAQs about Old Borough Arms
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Check-in at Old Borough Arms is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
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Room options at Old Borough Arms include:
- Double
- Family
- Single
- Suite
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The prices at Old Borough Arms may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Old Borough Arms is 650 feet from the center of Rye.