The Hope Anchor Hotel
Watchbell Street, Rye old town · Hotel
A former fishermen's inn perched at the top of Rye old town, with marsh and river views from many of its rooms and terrace.
About The Hope Anchor Hotel
The Hope Anchor sits at the highest point of Rye's old town, at the end of Watchbell Street, in a position originally chosen for its view over the harbour approach when the sea still reached the town. That view now stretches across Romney Marsh and the River Rother towards the coast, and remains one of the hotel's main draws.
Rooms vary in size and outlook, with those at the front taking in the marsh view and others looking over the quieter cobbled streets of the old town; several retain the low ceilings and irregular layout typical of the surrounding buildings.
The hotel's restaurant and terrace make the most of the view, serving a straightforward menu built around local seafood and Sussex produce, and its position at the top of the town means most of Rye's sights are a short, if occasionally steep, walk downhill.
At a glance
- Property type
- Hotel
- Location
- Watchbell Street, Rye old town
- Star rating
- 3 star
- Guest score
- 8.1 / 10 (740 reviews)
- Prices from
- £120 per night
- Destination
- Rye