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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: The Ship Inn in Rye offers family rooms with private bathrooms, equipped with modern amenities including free WiFi, streaming services, and work desks. Each room features a sofa bed and a seating area, ensuring a relaxing stay. Dining Experience: Guests can enjoy British cuisine at the traditional family-friendly restaurant, offering dinner in a welcoming ambience. The on-site bar provides a cosy setting for evening drinks. Convenient Location: Located 106 km from London Gatwick Airport, the inn is close to attractions such as Leeds Castle (44 km) and Eastbourne Pier (45 km). Water sports are available in the surrounding area. Exceptional Service: Highly rated for its convenient location, attentive staff, and comfortable rooms, The Ship Inn provides housekeeping, luggage storage, and meeting rooms.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Mickkath
United Kingdom
“Breakfast was good. Walking distance to most things” - Samantha
Australia
“We stayed in the Suite. It was very spacious and comfortable. Excellent meals at the pub below.” - Maria
New Zealand
“Lovely old inn. Great location. Nice meal and beers.” - Camille
Canada
“Very nice place. Well located in the city. Nice beers. Not noisy at all when in the room.” - Brett
United Kingdom
“From the moment I arrived I felt welcome. The room was cosy (as described) but clean and comfortable. I ate at The Ship (burger) and thoroughly enjoyed the meal and accompanyig drinks. The staff were all so friendly and cheerful. I wouldn't...” - Carl
United Kingdom
“Warm and friendly welcome. Very clean room and an exceptionally comfortable bed.” - Penny
United Kingdom
“Great location good food,very helpful staff,would definitely stay again” - Louise
United Kingdom
“Absolutely amazing value for money!!! The bed was enormous, as was the TV. It’s a luxury experience for a third of the price. Loved the sustainable products in the bathroom (also, the shower was bigger than your average-sized garage.) Staff were...” - Stuart
United Kingdom
“The bed was very comfortable for sleeping and the shower was a very good steady flow of water” - Tamara
United Kingdom
“Liked having 2 separate rooms within family suite. Both rooms had good TVs, good WiFi and great bathroom”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant
- CuisineBritish
- Open forDinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 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.





The fine print
Sunday Evening check in times this winter - our last check in time will be 8pm on Sunday evenings.
We believe that dogs are part of the family & there is no need to leave any four-legged guests behind. Complete with their own welcome box and bowls, up to a maximum of two dogs per room. £20 per pet, 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 The Ship Inn 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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.