In the heart of the city, The Lookout Rye offers a warm welcome with a rooftop terrace and a bar. Connect to WiFi, indulge in cooked-to-order breakfast and appreciate luggage storage for your convenience. Helpful staff has left guests praising their stay.
At The Lookout Rye, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Camber Sands. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails and surfing/body boarding. Other features include a bar/lounge and a terrace. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travellers.
Languages
English, French
At a glance
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Hotel size
19 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
One child stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Uncovered on-site self-parking (GBP 8 per night; includes in/out privileges)
On-site parking is limited
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
Bar/lounge
What to do
Beach nearby
Bike rentals nearby
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Sailing nearby
Surfing/body boarding nearby
Scooter/moped hire nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1800
Terrace
Room amenities
Be entertained
22-inch flat-screen TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Cot/infant bed (surcharge)
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Partially open bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 14.50 for adults and GBP 14.50 for children
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for GBP 10.0 per day
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 20.0 per day
Parking
Uncovered self-parking costs GBP 8 per night with in/out privileges
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.
Also known as
Rye Lodge Hotel
Rye Lodge Hotel
The Lookout Rye Rye
The Lookout Rye Hotel
The Lookout Rye Hotel Rye
Frequently asked questions
Does The Lookout Rye offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Lookout Rye does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Lookout Rye?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Lookout Rye?
Yes. Self-parking costs GBP 8 per night. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Lookout Rye?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Lookout Rye and nearby?
Have fun with activities such as cycling, fishing and hiking, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course.
What's the area around The Lookout Rye like?
The Lookout Rye is in the heart of Rye, a short 6-minute walk from Rye Station and 4 minutes' walk from Lamb House. Travellers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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The Lookout Rye Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, delicious, tasty, and freshly prepared. (58 reviews)
On-site parking was a convenient and valuable bonus for guests, with some even considering it worth the extra cost. (13 reviews)
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Reviews
8/10 Good
17 Jun 2025
Good location good value
kathy
kathy, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
20 Jul 2025
Lovely hotel right in an enviable position in the historic town. Parking is available for guests. Good breakfast. Excellent choice of dining options around the hotel. Opportunity to have refreshments on terrace outside hotel. Very friendly service.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
6 May 2025
Great location, comfortable room & excellent breakfast
andrew
andrew, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
20 Jul 2025
Lovely hotel and room was great. Great location too. Lovely breakfast too.
Such a shame about the common staircase area as desperately needs updating and carpet very worn. Room was lovely and spacious but shower was left as old one and not up to room standard
Mrs Elizabeth
Mrs Elizabeth, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
21 Jul 2025
It was well organised. Staff friendly delux room was nice and clean. Would have been helpful to have a hook or two in the barhroom as nowhere to hang your clothes but thats the only thing.
Lynda
Lynda, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
9 Jun 2025
Good location, friendly staff and I liked the character but decor was tired looking
Julie
Julie, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
6 May 2025
Excellent stay. Family friendly. Good breakfast.
Delyan
Delyan, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
26 May 2025
Staff was wonderful, but our room was pretty run down. The bed was comfy, the parking was convenient if you were lucky to get a spot.
Brenda
Brenda, 2-night trip
4/10 Poor
24 Jun 2025
Good location, minutes from main high street with its restaurants and bars. Staff were helpful and friendly. However, the hotel is in need of complete refurbishment. Although our 'deluxe' room was a good size, it overlooked the car park and was extremely scruffy, dated and the bathroom in particular felt unclean. The hotel suited our purpose as we spent little time them as we were attended a wedding but I would not recommend it otherwise.
Faith
Faith, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
25 Feb 2025
Pleasant stay, would definatly recomend to others and hope to return ourselves
Danny
Danny, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
14 Feb 2025
Great location, great price and very friendly staff - hearty full English breakfast
Damian
Damian, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
23 Feb 2025
Good place to stay for visit to Rye, staff friendly, room lovely, breakfast good, could have done with a little more, but good
Val
Val, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
3 Mar 2025
Perfect hotel and location
A lovely hotel with amazing sized rooms with a small seating area outside the bedroom. Parking at the back, breakfast was perfect and the hotel is right in the centre of Rye.
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
19 Mar 2025
A little tired but great location and staff
Alex on the front desk was excellent as were the breakfast staff. A firm favourite even though the fabric of the building could do with some tlc.
elaine
elaine, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
31 Jan 2025
We really enjoyed our stay over the weekend and will definitely come back another time! Such a lovely place, staff were very helpful and friendly.
Amina
Amina, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
11 Feb 2025
Lovely comfortable stay. Nice breakfast and nice sized room. Would love to return.
William
William, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
10 Mar 2025
Overnight stay
We were surprised at the quality of room, very warm and large clean bed.
Breakfast had every thing required..
Parking was easy
The only constructive criticism is “ some painting would make a stay excellent “
Would certainly stay again.
Gordon
Gordon, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
9 Jan 2025
Lovely stay
Staff excellent especially Alex fantastic member of staff so friendly and helpful
Cheryl
Cheryl, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
30 Mar 2025
Nice old style, good location. There was a lot of dust on the artifice plant in the bedroom. Bathroom was small.
Simon
Simon, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
28 Mar 2025
Good location. Friendly helpful staff. Delicious breakfast. Large comfortable bed and plenty of space in standard double room. Lovely toiletries. The walkway from car park at back of hotel to front door in need of smartening up.
Marion
Marion, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
9 Feb 2025
Lovely hotel in central Rye , small bar area . Room was very comfortable and tastefully decorated. Crisp cotton sheets and fluffy white towels. Breakfast was tasty and freshly prepared.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
18 Jan 2025
Lovely stay in rye.
Hotel was located within a five minute walk of the town centre. Staff were really friendly and room was spacious and clean. Comfy bed, powerful shower. Breakfast choices were excellent also. Highly recommend to anyone looking to stay in rye.
Nathan
Nathan, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
17 Sept 2024
Excellent bed and room also breakfast
Steven
Steven, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
27 Feb 2025
Perfect
Courteous, efficient, friendly and helpful. I was looked after really well. This hotel is in a lovely position. In short it's perfect