The Hope Anchor

Built around 1750 for local sailors and ship builders, The Hope Anchor is thought to have once sheltered the Tenterden Gang, who used its old secret passages for smuggling. Relax beside the log fire in traditional snug bar, and enjoy the individually styled bedrooms. Some rooms have four-poster beds, and there is a separate 200-year-old cottage. The historic Hope Anchor is a 3-star AA rated hotel and has an RAC food dining award and free parking. The Hope Anchor, as its name suggests, was built primarily as a watering hole for the sailors and ship builders of Rye, which was still surrounded by the sea up until the late 18th century. The frequent haunt of the Tenterden gang of smugglers, pistol fights were common in the area - legend has it that the gang returned here victorious after famously outgunning their feared Hawkhurst rivals. Whilst things are now a little more sedate, The Hope Anchor retains a sense of its past and its traditional bar is still popular with the locals. The hotel itself has fantastic views of the stunning countryside, marshes and sea. Breakfast is included in the room rate and cooked to order. You can choose from either Full English or vegetarian options, as well as a variety of fruits, cereals, croissants and locally produced preserves.

Hotel Services

Concierge Services

Guest Laundry Facilities
Dry Cleaning / Laundry Service
Safety Deposit Boxes
Left Luggage / Storage Facilities

Self Parking
Free car park

Children's Services

Baby Sitting services

Business Services

Meeting Facilities
Internet access
Black & White photocopying

Dining and Entertainment

Restaurant
Lounge / Bar

Sports and Relaxation

Directions

By car : From the M20: - Leave the M20 at junction 10 and move to the A2070 signed Lydd and Brenzet. - Follow the A2070 to Brookland roundabout (near the 'Total' petrol station). - Take the 2nd exit onto A259, signed Rye and Hastings. - Once you reach Rye itself, travel round the town's 1-way system and enter the high street through the Landgate Arch (a stone archway). - Take your 1st left after the right-hand bend. - Follow on up the hill and take your 1st left. - This will take you onto the cobbled street. - Follow the street right and then carry on straight into Watch Bell Street and you will come to The Hope Anchor at the end of Watch Bell Street. From the A2/M2: - Take the A2 out of London, leading onto the M2. - Leave the M2 at junction 3 and take the A229 to join the M20 at junction 6. - Continue down the M20 leaving at junction 10. - Follow directions as outlined above. From the M25 (via the A21): - Exit the M25 at junction 5. - Proceed down the A21 towards Hastings. - At Flimwell turn left onto the A268 (signposted Hawkhurst). - This road will take you to Rye. See above for remaining directions.

Please note that all direction instructions will be included in the reservation confirmation e-mail that you recieve after the booking has been completed

How to Book

Our instant, online booking service is fast, convenient and secure. We keep our availability up-to-the-minute so you can book your hotel online with complete confidence. You may book as many rooms as you like for any dates that you need. Once you have made your reservation, you will receive confirmation by email with our details and directions - all you need to do is turn up!

You will then need to select the dates you wish to stay for, and then go on to choose your rooms. You'll also need to provide us with your contact information and credit card details. Credit card details are required as a guarantee - your card is not charged until you finish your stay at the hotel.

How to cancel

If you need to cancel a booking please go to the cancellation page. After you have made a booking you will recieve a reservation confirmation e-mail with a link to this cancellation page. All you need to do is enter your email address - you will then be shown your current bookings. To cancel a booking follow the simple instructions. This will inform us of the cancellation, and send you a confirmation email. Please note a cancellation charge may apply, depending on how far in advance you make the cancellation.

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Hotel Policies

Checkin & Checkout

Check in hours are from 12:00 and onwards.
Check out is required before 11:00 hours.

Children

All children are charged at adult rates

Payment

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Rooms

Our double rooms are decorated and furnished to a high standard and most face over fantastic views of the marshes, Camber Castle and the sea. Each room has its own charm, but all have still and sparkling water.

Both these 4 posters are beautifully fitted and offer fantastic country views. The Sankey Suite has an en suite bath with shower and a small lounge. The Harbour View also has an en suite bath with shower and has a dressing room.

This beautiful fisherman's cottage is 200 years old and is detached from the main hotel. It has its own patio and small garden, providing all the hotel services amid private peace and quiet.

This spacious room has a bed chamber separate from the lounge area and can accommodate a family of 4, with additional beds housed in the lounge.

This apartment is situated less than 10 metres from the hotel and affords spacious accommodation including a patio garden and 2 bathrooms. It has a large drawing room with dining table and a TV area.

Our double rooms are decorated and furnished to a high standard and most face over fantastic views of the marshes, Camber Castle and the sea. Each of the rooms have an individual name including Castle View, Riverside, Captains Cabin, Port Hole, The Outlook, Jolly Sailor. Each room has its own charm, all have still and sparkling water.

A ground-floor apartment with a large bedroom/ lounge, a bath, separate shower and patio access There is Freeview TV, Wi-Fi and an open gas fire. Two armchairs convert into 2 single beds for extra guests. Admirals Apartments are 10 metres from the hotel and have views across Romney Marshes, Camber Castle and the sea.

A first-floor apartment with double bedroom, en suite bathroom and a separate shower room. The lounge has Freeview TV, Wi-Fi and 2 chairs that convert into 2 single beds for extra guests. Admirals Apartments are 10 metres from the hotel and have views across Romney Marshes, Camber Castle and the sea.