Rye: our three hotels side by side

Our three hotel picks in Rye side by side: guest score, reviews, stars, area and reference price per night.

	Budget The River Haven Hotel	Best Value Mermaid Inn	Luxury The George In Rye
Guest score	8.2/10	8.9/10	8.7/10
Reviews	1,915	1,731	999
Stars	★★★	★★★	★★★★
Area	Quayside, Winchelsea Road	Mermaid Street	98 High Street
Reference price per night	€162	€227	€256
Guests like	Location: Short walk to the town centre and river with convenient on-site parking. Breakfast: Generous Full English options cooked to order with a wide selection of cold items.	Staff: Friendly, attentive team offer a warm welcome and share local historical knowledge. Location: Central setting on a historic cobbled street near local shops and attractions.	Location: Central position on the high street near shops and historic sights. Breakfast: Delicious cooked options served with fresh juice and a variety of items.
Guests mention	Beds: Frequently described as comfortable, though some mattresses feel lumpy, soft, or worn out.	Shower Facilities: Low water pressure, erratic temperatures, and handheld attachments often lack curtains or wall mounts.	Value For Money: High standards for some, but often felt expensive relative to room size.
Good for	pets, family, parking, breakfast	pets, family, parking, breakfast	pets, breakfast

Which one?

Choose The River Haven Hotel if price matters most, Mermaid Inn for the best balance of score and price, and The George In Rye if you want the best-reviewed upscale stay.

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Prices are reference rates for a 2-night stay for 2 adults (10 to 12 Nov 2026), not live quotes. Scores and review counts are Booking.com snapshots from September 2026. Always check the current price before quoting it as today's.