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The Lookout Rye

3.0 star property
Hotel in Rye with a bar

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Hilders Cliff, Rye, England, TN31 7LD
  • Place, Rye Castle Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, 1066 Country Walk
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Rye St. Mary's Parish Church
    ‪3 min walk‬

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9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Rye

The Lookout Rye places you next to Rye Art Gallery and Landgate. This 19-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and express check-out.

What's nearby

  • Rye Castle Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • 1066 Country Walk - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Church of St Mary the Virgin - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Rye St. Mary's Parish Church - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lamb House - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Rye Station - 6 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Mermaid Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Knoops - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Rye Waterworks Micropub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Apothecary Coffee House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cinque Ports Arms - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Lookout Rye

Hotel in Rye with a bar
A local mainstay since 1800, The Lookout Rye offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-out, and a terrace. Self parking is offered for GBP 10 per night. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 22-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, ironing boards, and desks are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (GBP 10 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 14.50 for adults and GBP 14.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1800
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 22-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child stays free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 14.50 for adults and GBP 14.50 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 10 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per day

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

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is 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

Is free cancellation available at The Lookout Rye?

The Lookout Rye offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lookout Rye?

As of Dec 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lookout Rye on Jan 4, 2026 start from $92.49, 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.

What's there to do near The Lookout Rye?

This hotel is located in Rye, just steps from 1066 Country Walk and Rye Art Gallery, and within a short walk of Rye Castle Museum. You'll also find Lamb House and Landgate less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Lookout Rye?

Yes, uncovered parking is offered for GBP 10 per night with in/out privileges.

Does The Lookout Rye feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Lookout Rye doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Lookout Rye?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Lookout Rye?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some guestrooms include kitchens and river views.

Are there hot tubs at The Lookout Rye?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Lookout Rye feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

The Lookout Rye offers a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will The Lookout Rye allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Lookout Rye though service animals are welcome.

Does The Lookout Rye have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Lookout Rye?

Yes, some guestrooms at The Lookout Rye offer a balcony and may feature river views.

The Lookout Rye Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 333 out of 702 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 256 out of 702 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 702 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 702 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 702 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice reception staff amazing service + decent breakfast too, only stayed for a night
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

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

Excellent

Warm welcome Nice rooms Very good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Pascal

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a lovely one night stay. Staff friendly. Responded promptly to my question before I booked that they could safely store my bicycle. Comfortable room. I booked a cosy room but this was not a small room and had everything I needed. Good Breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Martin, New York

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was a good size and clean/comfortable. Quite a lot of stairs to get to it! Parking - very important in Rye - was easy. Staff were lovely and very helpful. Breakfast very good. However the hotel was looking a bit tired - carpets very worn on stairs - and the windows in our room had swolen so wouldnt quite close - not great given we had really strong winds whilst there which were very noisy. But very close to lots of great restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Margaret

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness

Disappointing

The bedroom we stayed in was large but very tired. Net curtains were grey and outside terrace had food lying about on the floor.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Security and safety of guests

Felt unsafe as our room was close to the back door where if one broke through the glass panel from the outside one can easily use the inner door handle to come into the building. This is because there is no locking system on the inner aspect of the door and only a locking system on the outside. A few times during my stay i found this back door open and not shut securely so anyone could have come in without a key .This should be investigated as a matter of priority for the safety of your guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Noa

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Georgia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is SO run down! Smells like an old people’s home, so dark and dingy. However staff were lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such friendly helpful staff. Early check in because room was ready. Very tasty breakfasts. Superb location in town centre but with a leafy view and peaceful large covered outside area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property was ideal location, friendly staff (sorry can’t remember
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Howard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very dated run down rooms and corridors. In Need of refurbishment. Short staffed and some staff unhelpful. Only 1 larger available on tap rest in bottles. Breakfast was limited.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

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

Nice find in Rye

A great find for us, excellent location and great staff. Our room was light, airy, well presented and very comfortable. Breakfast was excellent with good choice and good food.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Astra

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really loved my stay at this hotel (great service, nice facilities, delicious and varied breakfast) but the only thing that could be improved was the cleanliness. The hotel room was tidy and clean at surface level but I came across a few surfaces with stains and hairs throughout. Despite this, I will be back as I really enjoyed my stay overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
We were in rye for the jazz festival a late booking so happy to find the lookout to stay at for reasonable price lovely breakfast great location, and parking a bonus. More promotion on your happy hour would be if benefit as this is a good offer..
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Edward

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

Great experience and a place not easily forgotten

Lovely room, loved the artwork about the place, service was excellent, breakfast was amazing, and the outside bar area was very nice. The only issues to flag was that we ran out of breakfast tea and this wasn't restocked in our room and only having one bog roll at a time seemed a bit tight
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Reid

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

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

Great place for an overnight stay

A good value stay in a good location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

Rye is fab

Nice hotel in a great position is a lovely town. Great value, well recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrejs

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Room was comfortable and clean, breakfast was good and location was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Marilyn

Traveled with partner
Well located. Comfortable but shabby room. Stairs were very awkward. Our room was in the attic and we found the narrow, steep, winding stairs hard to climb. The drinks cost more than shown on the price list. Apparently there had recently been a price increase but "they hadn't had new menus printed" ????? Generally felt the hotel needed refurbishment. Mixed feelings about this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025