From a picturesque cobbled street in the centre of Rye, step back in time and experience the unique atmosphere of one England’s oldest and loveliest inns rebuilt in 1420 and with Norman cellars dating back to 1156. the Mermaid Inn caters for those who appreciate tradition and charm, coupled with the requirements of a discerning modern guest. HISTORY
The Mermaid Inn offers a unique experience:
• Sloping ceilings
• Creaking floorboards and numerous staircases
• A rich tradition that is maintained by careful stewardship
Experience a drink in the Giant’s Fireplace Bar and imagine how the Hawkhurst Gang, local smugglers in the 1730s and 1740s, caroused in the bar. Dine in the Linen Fold Panelled Restaurant and enjoy the food, service and special ambience that our 2 AA Rosette Restaurant offers. Relax in one of the two lounges. Enjoy the comfort and atmosphere of
Dr Syn’s Lounge and look for the wall carvings of the Catholic priests fleeing to the continent at the time of the Reformation. The Small Lounge overlooks the cobbles of Mermaid Street, which was the main route to the anchorage in Rye in years gone by. The Mermaid Inn sits at the heart of the medieval citadel of Rye, and is the perfect location to explore Rye, the Sussex Weald and the Romney Marsh.
