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Reviews of The Lookout Rye 3 stars

Hilders Cliff, Rye, TN31 7LD, United Kingdom

#6 of 9 hotels in Rye

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 1187 hotel reviews

8.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.4

  • Comfort

    8.5

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    7.8

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    7.9

  • Free WiFi

    7.9

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  • Reviewed: 30 April 2024

    9.0
    Lovely stay at Hotel and easy location too shops, Restaurants and pubs.Visited Castle and Museum.
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I would say the actual outside of building could do with a revamp. Also from our room at the very top I could hear the water pipes at night only downside.

    Stayed 1 night for my Husband Birthday. Hotel was in Good location. Room was very cosy had a lovely view over Rye from the Top Balcony. Breakfast was Great. Staff very Helpful and Friendly. 😊

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Spacious room with a very comfortable bed. Very good breakfasts. Excellent location in the historic town of Rye

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cosy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Small badroom

    A nice village

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    7.0
    Very Nice
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Bathroom a little dated

    Breakfast was great !

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2024

    8.0
    Relaxing and convenient.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some of the fixtures were tired and tatty.

    Centrally located. Own car park. Spacious bedroom.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    9.0
    Perfect little hotel to stay in Rye
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to say

    Very cosy, comfortable and with the look and feel of countryside England

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2024

    8.0
    Should have reduced prices for building work and breakfast staff were unengaging and had to be asked for help
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Cosy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Needs refurbishment - carpets threadbare and building work being carried out in the hotel

    The position and views

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2024

    8.0
    Interesting area. Lots to do and places to eat.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cosy Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Having to pay for carpark. Had drink at bar first night but nowhere to sit and draughty. Whole place needs some TLC.

    Location good. Breakfast very good. Staff friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    9.0
    We really enjoyed being close to the High Street and being able to walk to shops and restaurants.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cosy Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bright, clean and comfortable. Except service with friendly, helpful staff.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Located on a very good spot. Room is good and clean even though things look kinda old as it is the style of the place. Bed comfy and room not too small. One of our room is on the first floor and probably one of the biggest room but the view is not as expected. Our other room is quite nice, with view of the look out. Our booking come with continental breakfast which is good enough. The staff are kinda stiff then our expectation but it's ok.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    9.0
    Will be the first hotel I look at if back in the Rye area again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    What a faff with RingGo - had to get reception to help. Parking on street outside hotel possible (and free overnight) though space limited but other parks are close by if no heavy luggage

    Helpfulness of staff, our allotted room had balcony with 4 chairs and table with a wonderful view, breakfast was freshly cooked - staggered times was a great idea. Large en-suite bathroom, large towels, very comfortable bed.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    9.0
    Perfect stay and a definite recommend for people staying in Rye.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cosy Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Our TV didn't work properly for a while (credit to the maintenance crew for fixing it!) because the remote wasn't working. The bathroom is also quite a bit smaller, only containing a standing shower unlike what I expected.

    The Lookout Rye is perfect for couples looking for a romantic getaway. The rooms were quaint, cozy, and very artistic, transporting us back to Victorian times. The bed was really comfortable and spacious and the layout of the room was straightforward.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2024

    8.0
    In general, expected a higher standard of decor
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed was uncomfortable Overall the hotel decor was very tired.

    Breakfast was very good

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2024

    9.0
    Had a great trip and really like this hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing

    Location excellent

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    8.0
    Great few days away
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cosy Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Communal areas shabby, paying for parking, no evening restaurant, breakfast timings very regimented. There's supposed to be a pool by where?

    Great location, bedroom was good, breakfast excellent

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    7.0
    Lovely for one night
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    WiFi did not work on TV and couldn't open bedroom window

    Breakfast was very good, the dining area was lovely too

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    8.0
    Great location, nice hotel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cosy Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room small, not enough room for two suitcases.

    Very comfortable bed. Hotel an nice classical style, nicely decorated. Excellent breakfast. Staff all professional.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    8.0
    Lovely and quiet location in the centre of beautiful Rye.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast was delicious and there was plenty to choose from. Shower was great. Helpful and very friendly staff.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Cosy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Tiny shower, no view, not much choice for a continental breakfast - some of us are not into full or even half English. Quite pricy.

    Quaintly decorated room, good size, nice armchair. Breakfast included. Very central in Rye.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2024

    8.0
    Very nice hotel but needs updating
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The out look from my room. I overlooked the car park and buildings I did ask for a different room but none were available they offered to move us the next day but we said it was okay as we were leaving soon as we were only staying two nights

    Break fast was excellent very nice atmosphere and very attentive staff nothing was too much trouble for them

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2024

    9.0
    Relaxing cosy hotel in the middle of town
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cosy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice interiors, friendly attentive staff and cosy. Perfect location in the middle of Rye.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2024

    9.0
    Nice period hotel in a historic town
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Cosy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some older hotels do struggle with noise carry and rely on guests to be respectful to their neighbours. Mine had their TV on high volume until late. There is a strange 2 inch gap at the bottom of the door of room 19 which doesn’t help soundproofing and I’m not sure it wouldn’t meet fire regulations either.

    Great location. Room has some nice period features. Breakfast was busy but staff were very accommodating and the food was good, cooked to prior order

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    7.0
    Just right for a two night stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Hotel is a bit tired.

    Excellent breakfasts. Very good view from room.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It is in a great position and whilst the car parking has to be paid for it is not ridiculously expensive. The common parts are looking a little tired, but our room was lovely. The cooked breakfast was very good and set us up for the day.

    Stayed in March 2024

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