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Reviews of The River Haven Hotel 3 stars

Quayside, Winchelsea Road, Rye, TN31 7EL, United Kingdom

#9 of 9 hotels in Rye

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 1974 hotel reviews

7.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.1

  • Comfort

    8.1

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    7.7

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    8.0

  • Free WiFi

    7.6

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  • Reviewed: 6 May 2024

    8.0
    The staff was the best part and the breakfast was also plentiful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Tv was too small, no wash cloths , soap was tiny, no microwave or bar fridge in room, very plain room

    The staff was very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing - the River Haven is a great hotel and we would happily stay there again.

    We really enjoyed our stay at this hotel. It is conveniently located a few minutes' walk from Rye's town centre and has plenty of free onsite parking. Our room (8) was very clean and had an exceptionally comfortable bed. The hotel's staff were friendly and very helpful. The restaurant was closed for evening meals during our stay but there are plenty of alternatives in the town centre. We went to a Turkish restaurant (Layla) and a Mexican one (Los Gringos) which were both great. Breakfast in the hotel was good and had several vegetarian options.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2024

    9.0
    Great hotel with friendly staff, clean and nice sized rooms. Certainly recommend as a place to stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing really, I would happily stay there again

    Incredibly friendly and polite staff. Breakfast was great and well cooked. Room was immaculate and covered everything I needed. Easy to forget when stay in soulless premiers inns etc but it was so refreshing staying somewhere that felt like the staff cared and made you feel so warmly welcom.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very friendly staff in all areas of the hotel. Fantastic breakfast. Hotel in need of some tender, loving care but very clean and comfortable. Would recommend staying there.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2024

    7.0
    Loved the town of Rye with quirky shops, bars and restaurants
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Bathroom was a bit dated

    Good location and excellent breakfast

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2024

    8.0
    Had a lovely two night stay in Rye, beautiful old town with lots of interest. Enjoyed the Rye Harbour wildlife reserve.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    -

    Loved the location, plenty of room in the car park, nice bar to have a cheeky drink before bedtime.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2024

    8.0
    Absolutely fantastic and great value for money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bedroom no. 5 had the most uncomfortable beds. Could feel the springs through the mattresses and turning over in bed it creaked and groaned. There needs to be safety rubber mats for inside bath when showering.

    Loved the position of hotel, cleanliness and friendliness of staff. Breakfast was great. Room sizes were great.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    8.0
    Good location, clean room, friendly staff, good breakfast.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Hotel just starting to look a little dated.

    Room very clean. Good size car park. Staff very friendly. Good breakfast.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast was superb

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2024

    8.0
    Good location, good staff, perfect for a few nights away.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rooms were very tired

    Good location, staff very friendly and helpful. We complained about our room when we first got there and were given an alternative room with no problem. Couldn’t have been more accommodating. Excellent breakfast

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2024

    8.0
    Nice Room clean & tidy with great breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The only issue I had was that walking on the old timber floorboards, they have a tendency to creek a bit. We were thinking of anyone below and hope they couldn't hear us waking around. But that was the only negative, which is not a big issue.

    We stayed on the first floor room. The room was clean & tidy. The bathroom, although a tad small, was still roomy enough for us. The bed was OK, a little harder than most we have slept in, but still able to get a good night sleep. The breakfast was great! The kitchen staff do a great cooked breakfast.... Parking was easy and it is a short walk into the beautiful town of Rye. Certainly would have no hesitation recommending this Hotel to family or friends to stay here.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2024

    8.0
    Good location and easy access into Rye town
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Bath was too big and took a long time to fill in the end I gave up!

    Good breakfast with attentive staff

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    8.0
    Ticked all the boxes
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Friendly. Good location. Breakfast was good nice poached eggs. All fine

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    nothing!

    Comfortable clean rooms, lovely staff. good breakfast

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rooms were a little noisy

    Friendly and comfortable

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    8.0
    Friendly staff, clean and comfortable room, lovely location and a delicious breakfast.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only criticism is that the room was quite warm and the sunlight woke us up in the morning through the curtains. A black-out blind or thicker curtains would be fantastic!

    Friendly staff, delicious breakfast and a clean and comfortable room.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

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

    Nice easy check-in, great location near the River. Good breakfast. 5mins away from town centre.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    9.0
    Great value for money and perfect breakfast as a bonus included.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Dust on the bedside light fittings and no individual light switch for reading. One desk lamp not working. One spillage stain on the wall.

    Quiet and a good location for us. Good breakfast that was excellent.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    9.0
    A very relaxing and enjoyable stay. We were made to feel very welcome.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff were extremely friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    having closed the restaurant for evening meals. We had planned to eat in first night Nuisance having to find elsewhere

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    9.0
    Will return when back golfing in Rye
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Excellent location with parking and always friendly staff and good breakfast

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Staff were very friendly and helpful . The breakfast was excellent

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2024

    9.0
    Lovely visit to River Haven
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom needs attention....shower not very powerful and crack in the sink ....sorry!!

    Location ....5 minutes from the centre ...quiet ...and on the estuary Lovely staff ....very helpful and friendly Nice spacious bedroom Lovely breakfast

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    8.0
    Excellent place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff seemed to have a number of jobs. E.g you may turn up at reception and find they are doing breakfast! Not an issue for us, but some people may find this annoying.

    The location was excellent. Literally 10 mins into Rye (you can see Rye from the Hotel but there's a river in the way:). The room was a lovely size. Staff friendly. Breakfast was great. No complaints. Parking on site which is an added bonus. Would recommend.

    Stayed in April 2024

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