Just returned from two nights at the Rye Lodge. Lovely quaint olde world hotel which suits Rye very well. Situated in the centre of town so no reason to move the car from the hotel car park. Breakfast was excellent and staff very friendly, although the chap serving afternoon tea seemed rather flustered and a little on the Basil Fawlty side. "you'll have to wait, I'm already serving someone".
Only serious criticism is the leisure facility. The swimming pool was probably the coldest I've ever been in, although I bravely swam for 20 minutes before giving up and escaping to a hot shower. The spa bath and treadmill didn't work properly, and the exercise bike not at all. Sauna was nice though.

have just had three delightful days at the rye lodge. as the receptionist said "the champagne room has a bathroom to die for". Loved the attention to detail, from the crockery to the umbrellas. Local restaurants are great though beware the the cost of the Mermaid . Staff at the hotel are efficient and friendly.

Friendly efficient staff. Clean comfortable rooms. Convenient position with good parking.
Excellent breakfasts.

This was a special trip, following our wedding. We booked a 2 night deal which included breakfast (beautifully served & hot), dinner booked for us at two different restaurants, transport there and an afternoon trip to wherever we chose in the hotel's Rolls Royce. We chose our room by looking on the hotel's website, and although the decor had changed colour we were not disappointed. Our room looked out to the front, lovely view - only minor complaint would be the cobwebs on the side window! The whole hotel was full of character, the staff were very pleasant and helpful, and the location was so convenient. We would hope to return.