A friend and I decided to stay at Rye to visit Hastings, Battle and the marshes. The Hope Anchor got deservedly good reviews and offered a special weekday deal that included room, full breakfast, three course dinner and a bottle of wine each night. We stayed five nights. The only twin room was the Nook and Cranny which was described... more

Typical small hotel - old fashioned furnishings throughout and the room a bit cramped. Quiet, genteel whispery atmosphere in the dining room though the food was very good. When booking we were not offered the 'dinner, b&b' option - only found out about it after leaving, so we paid over the odds which I think is a bit mean. However... more

I stayed for one night while performing at a concert in the town. I know Rye well but had not known this hotel before so was pleased to be recommended by your guide to somewhere new. It was pleasant and well situated with a clean but rather small room, adequately but not luxuriously furnished. The bed needed a new mattress... more

I booked this hotel for a break away for our anniversary. I came upon it by chance really on the internet but really liked the look of the individual rooms and what seemed to be really good value at £110 dbb per night. It is a bit of a fun journey down the cobbled street down to the hotel but... more

The receptionist at the Hope Anchor hotel greeted us with friendliness and enthusiasm. We had a charming room with a very nice view. The dinner menu did not appeal, so we went to the Ship Inn which was delightful. Breakfast was good, with no frills (it's a one egg hotel: always seems rather mean). Maybe because we went out the... more

Friendly service and a great central location make this a good base from which to explore Rye and the surrounding area. The interior decor in the bedrooms is a little quirky but the friendliness of the staff makes you feel very welcome. The only difficulty can be finding a parking space in the square next to the hotel - in... more

We have just returned from a 3 night mid-week break at the Hope Anchor. We had considered staying elsewhere, but the reviews on Trip Adviser convinced us to try there. We are so pleased we did - and will definitely be returning. In some ways we are loath to say too much - in case it gets so popular we... more

The Hope Anchor is a good hotel in most respects. It serves good (though not outstanding) food, attractively presented. The young waitresses are charming - invariably polite, friendly and eager to please. In fact every staff member in the hotel, without exception, is friendly and helpful. There is a small bar that is run, during some shifts, by a retired... more

Stayed here for a long weekend at the end of August and really loved the hotel. We arrived quite late in the evening and given a welcoming greeting by the manager/owner who was extremely helpful. We didn't eat in the hotel on an evening but the breakfast served was lovely with pleanty of choice. Great if you would like a... more