Old Borough Arms

The Strand, Rye, TN31 7DB, United Kingdom
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Old Borough Arms

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Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
343 reviews

Set in Rye, Old Borough Arms is a historic guest house that offers free WiFi, and guests can enjoy water sports facilities and a terrace. It is located 41 km from Eurotunnel UK and provides babysitting service. Eastbourne Pier is 45 km away and Folkestone Central Railway Station is 46 km from the guest house. At the guest house, the units come with a wardrobe. For added convenience, the property can provide towels and linens for a supplement. The units in the guest house are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and with cable channels. A Full English/Irish breakfast is available 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. If you would like to discover the area, canoeing is possible in the surroundings. Leeds Castle is 44 km from the accommodation, while Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway Adventure Park is 45 km away. London Gatwick Airport is 106 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
1 single bed
1 single bed
and
2 double beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
8.2

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Claire
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Fantastic location near train station, at the bottom of Mermaid Street. Comfortable bed, tastefully decorated room. Warm and friendly service and the nicest bacon bap for breakfast.”
  • Robert
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The breakfast was very good, couldn't fault it”
  • Lori
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Great central location at the bottom of Mermaid Street. Nice room with a comfortable bed. My train from London was running late and the lovely lady on reception stayed back to check me in, before running through all her Rye recommendations - this...”
  • Anastasia
    Belgium Belgium
    “Rye is idyllic and the hotel very quaint. Just what we needed for a week-end away with the family.”
  • Teresa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Just right for a weekend in Rye. Lovely comfortable bed and fabulous breakfast, beautifully cooked. Really friendly staff. Right in the centre of town and near the station.”
  • Louisa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The hotel is a gorgeous building, the room was spacious, comfortable and clean. Had everything we needed.”
  • Jemma
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Room was very nicely decorated and had plenty of room and good bathroom facilities, staff were friendly and helpful on check in and check out and it was situated in a perfect location with in walking distance to public transport and local places...”
  • Charlotte
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Breakfast was fantastic! Location was also fantastic - central, safe and an amazing arty town”
  • Bailes
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “They were really helpful and kind about my wheat intolerance. The staff were so friendly and helpful. The room was a little rustic but charming and cosy with a very comfortable bed and a good shower.”
  • George
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Great location, friendly staff, clean, very comfortable, delicious breakfasts.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

Company review score: 9.6Based on 342 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

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 local Crab baps or a homemade scotch egg or sausage roll, Proper Cornish Pasties or a delicious cake. We also have Ryes famous ice cream window selling delicious Movenpick Ice Cream. 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

Neighbourhood information

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

Property surroundings

Facilities of Old Borough Arms
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Water sport 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

Entertainment and family services

  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles

General

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • 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 15:00 to 20:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 1 year are welcome.

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

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Pets are charged GBP 20 per stay.

Guests are required to show a photo identification 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 in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

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

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

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

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

FAQs about Old Borough Arms

  • Room options at Old Borough Arms include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Single
    • Suite

  • Check-in at Old Borough Arms is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

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

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

  • The prices at Old Borough Arms may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Guests staying at Old Borough Arms can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish

  • Old Borough Arms is 200 yards from the centre of Rye. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.