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The Hope Anchor

3.0 star property
3-star B&B near Rye Harbour Nature Reserve

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A traditional brick building with a white facade, a small attached structure, and a paved area with benches.
A bar area with a variety of liquor bottles, a tap system, and a red coaster with text.
A bedroom with a large bed, two chairs, a fireplace, and a window with a view of greenery.
A cozy living room with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a bookshelf. There are two windows with curtains, a lamp, and a small plant on the windowsill.
A traditional building with a large, open doorway leading to a garden area.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Watchbell St, Rye, England, TN31 7HA
  • Place, Rye St. Mary's Parish Church
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Rye Castle Museum
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, 1066 Country Walk
    ‪6 min walk‬

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, a painting, and a wall with a tree pattern.

Comfort Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Valley view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room

A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a wooden bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a mirror, and a checkered floor.

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Valley view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

A four-poster canopy bed with a wooden frame, a nightstand with a lamp, and a chair with a cushion.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Valley view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room

A bedroom with a large bed, two chairs, a fireplace, and a window with a view of greenery.

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Valley view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Rye

In regional park.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Rye B&B, you'll find Rye Harbour Nature Reserve and Rye Golf Club. Camber Sands is within 3 miles (5 km) and The Chapel Down Winery is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Rye St. Mary's Parish Church - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lamb House - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Rye Heritage Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Rye Castle Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • 1066 Country Walk - 6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Rye Station - 6 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Mermaid Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rye Waterworks Micropub - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Mermaid Street Café - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Whitehouse - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The George In Rye - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Hope Anchor

3-star B&B near Rye Harbour Nature Reserve
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Hope Anchor also features a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area.

This 3-star Rye bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
The Hope Anchor offers 13 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Rye bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Vineyard

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 10.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.

Property is also known as

The Hope Anchor Rye
The Hope Anchor Bed & breakfast
The Hope Anchor Bed & breakfast Rye

Frequently asked questions

Does The Hope Anchor have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Hope Anchor.

How much does it cost to stay at The Hope Anchor?

As of Jul 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hope Anchor on Jul 13, 2026 start from CA $181, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How close is The Hope Anchor to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is 2.5 mi (18-min drive) from Camber Sands and 4.1 mi (16-min drive) from Pett Level Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Hope Anchor offer free breakfast?

The Hope Anchor offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Hope Anchor?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at The Hope Anchor?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Hope Anchor?

Free parking is not available at this bed & breakfast.

Does The Hope Anchor have a pool?

The Hope Anchor does not have a pool.

Does The Hope Anchor have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is The Hope Anchor to downtown Rye?

The Hope Anchor is 0.2 mi away from Rye.

The Hope Anchor Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 200 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 200 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 200 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 200 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 200 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Letizia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with lots of character and the staff was really nice. The English breakfast cooked in the morning was delicious, I’d definitely return!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is great, staff were lovely and room was nice too but a little dusty
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely, friendly hotel. Great location and delicious breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location Friendly welcoming staff Good comfortable bed/bedding
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, comfortable room and bed. Friendly service and hearty breakfast. All in a great stay for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good welcome from the staff, lovely clean room, plenty of hot water and a great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

catherine A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room in character with the area and the hotel. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean room, great convenient location, and delicious breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old hotel, in a great area of Rye, at the end of a beautiful cobbled street. Staff were lovely and helpful, room was individual and very comfortable. Couldn't have asked for better.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pippa

Liked: Amenities
Lovely location and well situated for exploring Rye.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Lovely traditional character hotel, central
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
the room was so cute and clean! staff was so friendly, wonderful location, fresh & tasty breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast and very comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francesca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gorgeous room, friendly people, good position
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good staff, decent breakfast, nice room and central location. I can usually work around the parking restrictions, too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great locati
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, room was really clean and much bigger than I was expecting, staff were courteous and helpful, good breakfast, overall nothing bad to say, all positive. I would distay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly, location ideal - near the high st, Cosy feel about it and quirky building
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good, staff were welcoming and all the facilities were fine which made for a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excelent location. Aged building. Breakfast could be improved
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay.

Staff amazing lovely room, nothing to complain about all good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was very nice . Incredibly hot though but its not like that all time weather wise just didnt have air-conditioner but its not a big deal. Staff at bar and reception were fine. Breakfast was great plenty of vegetarian options. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026