Rye Harbour Nature Reserve - 13 min drive - 9.9 km
Winchelsea Beach - 29 min drive - 13.4 km
Getting around
Rye Station - 8 min drive
Hastings Three Oaks Station - 18 min drive
Winchelsea Station - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Rye Waterworks Micropub - 6 min drive
The Fig - 7 min drive
Ypres Castle Inn - 7 min drive
The Queens Head - 6 min drive
Knoops - 6 min drive
About this property
The Gallivant
When visiting Rye, The Gallivant is a great choice to consider. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the spa to be pampered with Swedish massages, facials or body treatments. Other highlights at this eco-friendly inn include a bar/lounge, a terrace and a garden.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
20 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age – 16
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 16
Children
Children (16 years old and younger) are not allowed
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
What to do
Hiking/biking trails
Private winery tours
Beach nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Sailing nearby
Surfing lessons nearby
Working away
2 meeting rooms
Co-working spaces
Conference space (1000 square feet)
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Bike hire
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
Fireplace in reception
Art gallery on-site
Full-service spa
Massage/treatment rooms
Wine-tasting room
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch Smart TV
Digital TV channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Home comfort
Heating
Ceiling fan
Dressing gowns
Sleep well
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Special features
Spa
Bamford Cabin has 1 treatment room. Services include Swedish massages, facials and body treatments. The spa is open daily.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 20 to 20 per person
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet, per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Gallivant Inn Rye
Gallivant Inn
Gallivant Rye
Gallivant
The Gallivant Inn
The Gallivant Rye
The Gallivant Inn Rye
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at The Gallivant?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of GBP 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Gallivant?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Gallivant?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Gallivant and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as hiking. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as spa services and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Gallivant?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant that offers British cuisine.
What's the area around The Gallivant like?
The Gallivant is a short 4-minute walk from Camber Sands and 16 minutes' walk from Rye Golf Club.
The Gallivant Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.6/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
17 December 2024
Great stay!
Loved our stay at The Gallivant and would definitely visit again! Due to the location of the hotel I think this is definitely more of a seasonal hotel, however this didn’t impact my opinion of it, the service was great, room was lovely and the food (both breakfast and dinner) was incredible! My only complaint is that they don’t have tea/coffee making facilities in the room, we were told that we could go to the bar for these however, they charge for them on your bill at the end of the stay which I think is very out of the norm!
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 October 2024
Elegance - That simple!
To sum it up, if you prefer the finer things in life then this is the place for you. Every employee overflows with customers service, I was hand delivered a flat white coffee to my room by whom I believe to have been the Manager.
Revesh
Revesh, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 August 2024
Had a wonderful stay here, lovely room, great location, amazing dinner and breakfast, would definitely return!
Louise
Louise, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 June 2024
Top notch
Lovely hotel , great rooms ( but small ) , excellent food , wonderful staff
David
David, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 June 2024
Happiness
Beautiful, comfortable, peaceful with super-friendly staff. Happiness really is a place!
Adam
Adam, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 May 2023
John
John, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 December 2022
A beautiful hotel
A wonderfully comfortable hotel with a team of staff who couldn’t do enough for us. Lovely to sit around the fireplace and relax for our anniversary treat and the luxury garden room was super comfortable.
Simon
Simon, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 September 2022
Great decor, fab food and lovely staff
Geoffrey
Geoffrey, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 August 2022
The Gallivant provided much needed solitude in the most stylish way, with every last detail careful attended to from towels and totes for the beach to afternoon tea service to the lusciously comfortable bedding. We made the easy walk across the street to the incredible stretch of beach, lazed for a bit in the lounge playing games and enjoyed a good cocktail with a delicious meal in the restaurant. We’ll be coming back for sure!
Jill
Jill, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 August 2022
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 June 2022
Always Lovely
We love our escapes to The Gallivant, peaceful, gentle, comfortable and lovely people. Good location for beach, walks, touring, history. Will be back.
Lynne
Lynne, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 April 2022
It's a delightful bolthole, moments from Camber Sands - literally across the road
Anna
Anna, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 January 2022
Hidden Gem in Camber Sands
We had a lovely 2-night break here. Really homely, and a great place to get away from it all. The food was excellent, the lounge and restaurant were very Christmassy and a joy to hang out in. Our room was quite small but had a super comfy bed and nice decor.
The hotel is very dog friendly and the beach is just over the road, great for big long walks. Could do with some dog waste bins around the property outside though.
The staff go above and beyond and are super friendly. We loved the free elevenses and glass of wine at 5. Such nice touches!
We had an issue with our room with a noisy ice machine outside meaning we got no sleep on our second night. Repeatedly told it was not faulty and it took a couple of conversations with different staff to get it resolved. Initially, we were offered a free bottle of wine but in the end, agreed to 50% room cost reimbursement. In hindsight, this should have been more considering on check out we were utterly exhausted after a long night of continuously disrupted sleep. The rooms are not cheap so this was a disappointing end to our stay.
Overall I would recommend this hotel but make sure you have a room far away from the Kitchen / Outdoor dining area!
Verified traveller
2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 December 2021
Relaxing stay at a gorgeous hotel - more like staying with friends. Beautiful, cosy rooms, great food and drink, attentive service. As my husband put it 'classy but not pretentious'. Can't wait to go back.
Anthea
Anthea, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 September 2021
Samantha
Samantha, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 September 2021
Great hotel with great food.
Anuj
Anuj, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 September 2021
Amazing stay - only wish was longer!
The Gallivant is such a gem - we couldn’t feel luckier to have stayed in such a gorgeous place. We brought our little dog, who was made to feel so welcome from the start, and enjoyed roaming around the little garden attached to the room. The room itself was beautiful and we appreciated the characterful nature and cloud-like bed. The staff were incredibly friendly and warm, and the whole experience was made all the most fantastic thanks to them and the little touches of hospitality. The food is also very good, and you can feel the care and attention which has gone into it. Great wine list too with plenty of delicious local wines. I am a coeliac and they also catered to this very well. Can’t recommend enough if you’re looking for a special getaway in a romantic setting, steps from the beach. Thank you for a lovely stay, we will definitely be back.
Tess
Tess, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 August 2020
We were greeted by a lovely guy who made us feel very welcome. Room was impeccably clean and very nicely decorated.
The covid changes that have had to be made didn't affect our stay in any way. The Gallivant is a peaceful, friendly and very quiet hotel. I would stay here again!!
Samantha
Samantha, 1-night romance trip
Verified Ebookers guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 February 2020
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 February 2020
Restful luxury
This is a really comfortable, gentle, calm place. You get the feeling of calm and rest as you enter the reception, warm and inviting with its log fire. The rooms are very comfortable, modern, attractive beach themes. We were given an upgrade so added luxury!
Lynne
Lynne, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 January 2020
Great place to stay
Love this place, second time here, would go again!
Glenn
Glenn, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 November 2019
Cost rooms. Relaxing atmosphere and amazing food.
Will definitely go back
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 October 2019
Nick
Nick, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 October 2019
Relaxing atmosphere. Happy staff. Warm. Rooms in verygood condition .
No gym. Not cheap. Curdled milk and bottle to be removed. Water jug and glasses charged.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Ebookers guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 October 2019
Little gem.
We had a very relaxing break at the Gallivant. The staff are very helpful - the couldn't do enough for us. We loved the laid-back, 'Hamptons' vibe of the room decor.