Old Borough Arms

The Strand, Rye, TN31 7DB, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.6/10! <small>(score from <b>394</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
394 reviews

The room was very comfortable and had everything we needed. One of the members of staff, Ian, was also particularly helpful- sending me instructions for a late check-in. The location was perfect- a 5 minute walk from where we needed to be. The cafe linked to the guest house was also lovely.

Katherine United Kingdom
a bedroom with a large bed and a chair at Old Borough Arms in Rye
a bedroom with a large white bed and a mirror at Old Borough Arms in Rye
a bedroom with two beds and a blue wall at Old Borough Arms in Rye
a bedroom with two beds and floral wallpaper at Old Borough Arms in Rye
a bedroom with a bed and two lights on the wall at Old Borough Arms in Rye

Old Borough Arms

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Housed in a historic building, Old Borough Arms offers accommodations with water sports facilities and free Wifi in Rye, 26 miles from Eurotunnel UK. The guest house, set in a building dating back to 18th century, is 27 miles from Leeds Castle and 28 miles from Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway Adventure Park. The rooms come with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. At the guest house, every unit has a wardrobe. At the guest house, the units come with bed linen and towels. A full English/Irish breakfast is available every morning at the guest house. There is a coffee shop and bar. Guests at Old Borough Arms will be able to enjoy activities in and around Rye, like windsurfing, cycling, and fishing. Canoeing can be enjoyed nearby. Eastbourne Pier is 28 miles from the accommodation, while Folkestone Central Railway Station is 28 miles away. The nearest airport is London Gatwick Airport, 66 miles from Old Borough Arms.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
1 king bed
1 full bed
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
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2 full beds
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.3
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
9.2
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  • Katherine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The room was very comfortable and had everything we needed. One of the members of staff, Ian, was also particularly helpful- sending me instructions for a late check-in. The location was perfect- a 5 minute walk from where we needed to be. The...”
  • Sharon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The room was very comfortable, nice breakfast and the staff were excellent.”
  • Eva
    United States of America United States of America
    “Great location, lovely staff Very comfy bed, high quality linens, updated bathroom, warm and cozy”

Host Info

9.6
9.6
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
The Old Borough Arms is a family run guest House in the heart of Rye. All of our 9 rooms are en suite. We also have a 3 bedroom apartment at the top of the building with King size bedroom, a double bedroom, a single bedroom, bathroom 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 where you can enjoy a light lunch, serving ...
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 way We are situated just a two minute walk away from the town centre. Check in Times are from 2pm and 6pm In the Winter months we would appreciate an E.T.A
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Old Borough Arms
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Terrace
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Water sports facilities on site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
  • Windsurfing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Babysitting/Child services
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

Old Borough Arms takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 1 are welcome.

Children 4 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 1 and up are allowed)

Groups

When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa Cash Old Borough Arms accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Pets are charged GBP 20 per stay.

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.

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.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are 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.

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.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

FAQs about Old Borough Arms

  • Old Borough Arms offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Water sports facilities on site

  • 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.

  • Old Borough Arms is 650 feet from the center of Rye. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Old Borough Arms can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.1).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish

  • Room options at Old Borough Arms include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Single
    • Suite

  • Check-in at Old Borough Arms is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.