Playden Oasts Hotel
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Summary of reviewsPlayden Oasts Hotel is praised for its picturesque location just a mile from Rye, blending country charm with easy access to local attractions. Guests appreciate its unique setting in a former oast house, offering tranquility and character with easy parking, making it a convenient base for exploring East Sussex. The beautiful architecture contributes to a memorable stay in a quaint environment.
The hotel excels in dining experiences, with breakfast and dinner highlighted for quality and taste. Breakfast is noted for its variety and fresh, made-to-order dishes, while dinner offers traditional English fare with generous portions, providing good value for money. The friendly service and cozy ambiance enhance these culinary experiences, making dining a standout feature of the stay.
Accommodation at Playden Oasts combines charm and comfort, with guests enjoying spacious, clean rooms. The circular rooms in the oast house add a unique touch, with most reviews noting cleanliness and a welcoming atmosphere. Although some areas might appear dated, new furnishings maintain comfort standards, and any minor noise issues do not detract significantly from the overall experience.
The staff receive consistent praise for their friendliness and attentiveness, contributing to the hotel's welcoming atmosphere. Guests are made to feel at home by the exceptional hospitality from individuals like Ann, Kim, and David. The hotel also offers convenient parking with plenty of free spaces, adding ease to guests' stay.
Families particularly enjoy the dog-friendly accommodations, including rooms with garden access, and the staff's warm approach ensures a pleasant experience for families with children and pets. Beds receive mixed feedback, varying in firmness, but the unique round beds are widely appreciated.
Despite being priced as a three-star hotel, guests find value in the unique experience and high-quality service, making Playden Oasts Hotel a desirable destination for those seeking comfort and tradition in a charming British countryside setting.
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The hotel excels in dining experiences, with breakfast and dinner highlighted for quality and taste. Breakfast is noted for its variety and fresh, made-to-order dishes, while dinner offers traditional English fare with generous portions, providing good value for money. The friendly service and cozy ambiance enhance these culinary experiences, making dining a standout feature of the stay.
Accommodation at Playden Oasts combines charm and comfort, with guests enjoying spacious, clean rooms. The circular rooms in the oast house add a unique touch, with most reviews noting cleanliness and a welcoming atmosphere. Although some areas might appear dated, new furnishings maintain comfort standards, and any minor noise issues do not detract significantly from the overall experience.
The staff receive consistent praise for their friendliness and attentiveness, contributing to the hotel's welcoming atmosphere. Guests are made to feel at home by the exceptional hospitality from individuals like Ann, Kim, and David. The hotel also offers convenient parking with plenty of free spaces, adding ease to guests' stay.
Families particularly enjoy the dog-friendly accommodations, including rooms with garden access, and the staff's warm approach ensures a pleasant experience for families with children and pets. Beds receive mixed feedback, varying in firmness, but the unique round beds are widely appreciated.
Despite being priced as a three-star hotel, guests find value in the unique experience and high-quality service, making Playden Oasts Hotel a desirable destination for those seeking comfort and tradition in a charming British countryside setting.
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This hotel boasts plenty of free off-road and onsite parking, ensuring ample space and convenience for all guests arriving by car.
3-Star Hotel
This historic, quirky hotel offers a good location and friendly staff. The hotel provides comfortable and clean rooms, and guests appreciate the delicious breakfast and dinner options.
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Guest Reviews
Nestled just a mile away from the historic town center of Rye, Playden Oasts Hotel boasts an excellent location that has charmed its visitors with its picturesque and quaint surroundings. The unique setting of this former oast house offers a perfect blend of country charm and easy access to the vibrant attractions of the area. Guests have found it convenient, whether they're enjoying a leisurely 20-25 minute walk into town or a quick five-minute drive. The hotel provides easy parking and is ideally situated for those keen on exploring Rye’s rich history, nearby Camber Sands, and the scenic Canti Way.
Surrounded by serene and pretty landscapes, the hotel’s tranquil environment is appreciated by visitors seeking a quiet retreat while still having the convenience of proximity to Rye’s bustling center. The beautiful architecture of the round oast house adds a characterful touch that enhances the overall experience, making it a delightful place to stay for those looking to relax in a charming and comfortable setting. The location's accessibility and its appeal as a unique getaway make it an excellent base for exploring the enchanting East Sussex region.
The breakfast experience at Playden Oasts Hotel has received high praise from guests, celebrated for its quality, variety, and attentive service. Many guests have described the breakfast as great, superb, and excellent, noting the freshly cooked dishes made to order with quality produce, often highlighted by standouts like proper English sausages and delicious bacon. The hotel offers a diverse selection, including full English breakfasts, cereals, yogurts, and juices, providing substantial and plentiful portions that cater to diverse palates.
Guests appreciated the friendly and accommodating service, making the breakfast both a delightful and satisfying start to the day. While the majority of reviews commend the breakfast's delicious taste and variety, a few guests expressed that the choices felt basic or limited, with some noting slight delays in service. Nonetheless, the overall consensus is positive, with many guests finding the breakfast to be of very good value and a memorable part of their stay, contributing to an enjoyable culinary experience at the Playden Oasts Hotel.
Nestled in the charming countryside near Rye, Playden Oasts Hotel is a haven for food enthusiasts seeking excellent dining experiences. The evening meals at the hotel are a highlight, consistently praised for their superb quality and taste. Guests often describe the dinners as delightful and satisfying, with a menu that features traditional English fare such as roast beef and spotted dick, perfectly executed and presented.
The restaurant boasts a varied evening menu, ensuring that there is something for everyone, including good options for vegetarians and pescatarians. Enthusiastic reviews mention the meals as being not only delicious but also ample in portion size, providing good value for money—a welcome aspect that encourages guests to indulge in dining at the hotel throughout their stay.
Many guests commend the friendly and attentive service, adding an extra layer of enjoyment to the dining experience. The ambiance of the restaurant, sometimes enhanced by candlelit dinners, creates a cozy and relaxing setting that guests cherish. The combination of excellent food and welcoming service makes dinner at Playden Oasts Hotel a highlight of any visit, often leading guests to choose the hotel as their preferred place to dine during their stay in the area.
Playden Oasts Hotel offers an eclectic mix of accommodations, balancing character and comfort in a uniquely charming setting. Many guests praised the rooms for being lovely, comfortable, and impeccably clean, with a number highlighting the spaciousness and tranquillity provided. The circular rooms in the hotel's distinctive oast house structure stand out as a memorable experience, featuring round beds and truly unique decor that enhances the stay. Rooms generally offer plenty of storage space, ensuring practicality along with style. While some areas may appear a bit dated and could benefit from updating, the new furnishings in several rooms maintain a high standard of comfort.
Guests frequently commended the friendly and helpful staff, which added to the welcoming atmosphere of the hotel. Several rooms feature thoughtful touches, enhancing the homey feel and comfort. For those in search of privacy, it is noteworthy that some ground floor rooms may fall short in this area and noise levels can be a consideration for rooms situated above the bar. Despite these minor drawbacks, the overall experience is characterized by a delightful blend of quaintness, comfort, and a genuinely memorable touch in the converted oast house setting.
Playden Oasts Hotel receives mixed feedback about its beds from guests. Many highlight the comfort, with frequent mentions of beds being comfortable, soft, or even described as huge and great-sized. A particular bed was noted for providing the best sleep some had experienced in a long time. Guests also appreciated clean, airy rooms with soft bed linens that added to the overall comfort. However, opinions on bed firmness vary, with some finding them too soft, springy, or hard. A few reviews point out discomfort due to worn mattresses or inadequate bedding. While some found the bed size satisfactory, others mentioned smaller beds in standard rooms. Despite these variations in experience, the hotel's unique round beds found favor among guests, adding an interesting feature to the rooms. Overall, the beds at Playden Oasts Hotel range from highly comfortable to adequately tolerable, suggesting variability depending on personal preferences.
Playden Oasts Hotel receives high praise for its cleanliness from guests who have stayed there. From spotless rooms to immaculate linens and towels, the hotel maintains impressive standards of hygiene throughout. Many visitors noted the rooms were clean and well presented, contributing to a comfortable and pleasant stay. Guests appreciated the quiet atmosphere, aided by the hotel’s location away from the main road. The staff is frequently described as friendly and helpful, further enhancing the welcoming environment at the hotel.
While most reviews highlight the pristine condition of both rooms and bathrooms, a few noted occasional lapses with maintenance, such as full bins and tired decor. Despite this, the overall consensus remains positive regarding cleanliness and staff attentiveness. The charming and unique Oast house structure adds an extra layer of appeal, making it a desirable choice for those seeking a peaceful retreat.
Playden Oasts Hotel stands out as a prime example of genuinely remarkable hospitality thanks to its exceptional staff. Throughout numerous reviews, guests consistently highlight the friendliness, helpfulness, and warmth of the team, from the welcoming reception to the attentive service at the bar and restaurant. Guests are particularly impressed by the receptionists and bar staff, with individuals like Ann, Kim, and David leaving lasting positive impressions through their professionalism and personable nature. The staff's ability to listen and address comments in a professional manner further demonstrates their dedication to providing an excellent guest experience. Alongside the fantastic food and inviting atmosphere, the staff at Playden Oasts Hotel ensure visitors feel right at home, making it a pleasant and memorable stay for everyone.
Parking facilities at Playden Oasts Hotel offer guests a convenient and hassle-free experience. With plenty of spaces available, visitors can enjoy easy access to the hotel's car park, ensuring a smooth start to their stay. The availability of free parking enhances the convenience, allowing guests to park without added expenses. The hotel's well-positioned location provides multiple parking options, adding to the overall ease of access. Whether arriving by car or utilizing nearby parking at the cattle market lot near Rye train station, guests will find sufficient parking spaces to accommodate their needs. The combination of comfortable rooms and accessible parking further complements the charming allure of the great-looking oast towers that house the hotel's reception and dining areas, creating a welcoming environment for every visitor.
Playden Oasts Hotel offers a welcoming and family-friendly atmosphere, making it an ideal place for a restful getaway. Families with pets will appreciate the dog-friendly accommodations, including rooms with enclosed gardens and the option for dogs to join at meal times. The hotel staff is noted for their friendliness and excellent service, ensuring a pleasant stay for both children and pets. A memorable experience is further enhanced by the attentive and accommodating nature of the staff, who go out of their way to make guests feel at home. Families can choose to stay in comfortable family rooms equipped with necessary amenities for convenience.
Nestled amidst the charming British countryside, Playden Oasts Hotel offers a delightful stay, particularly for those enchanted by the novelty of residing in historic Oast houses. On first impression, the unique structure of the main building captivates guests and sets the tone for an idyllic escape. The hotel provides a relaxing atmosphere, ideal for both leisurely getaways and business trips, with guests frequently extending their stay due to the overall positive experience. Visitors consistently praise the hotel's friendly and welcoming staff who contribute significantly to the warm and inviting ambiance.
Rooms at Playden Oasts are described as wonderful, with particular mention of the property's charm despite some signs of wear. The thoughtful service further enhances the stay, with many guests impressed by the excellent food offerings. Both dinner and breakfast receive high accolades, highlighting a diverse and satisfying menu. The hotel's location is considered ideal, providing a charming backdrop for any visit.
While the hotel may seem a bit pricey for its three-star ranking, guests generally find value for money in the unique experience and high-quality service. Overall, Playden Oasts Hotel is commended for providing memorable experiences through its good value accommodations, friendly staff, and impressive meals, making it a desirable destination for those seeking comfort and a touch of tradition in an unforgettable setting.
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Location
Surrounded by serene and pretty landscapes, the hotel’s tranquil environment is appreciated by visitors seeking a quiet retreat while still having the convenience of proximity to Rye’s bustling center. The beautiful architecture of the round oast house adds a characterful touch that enhances the overall experience, making it a delightful place to stay for those looking to relax in a charming and comfortable setting. The location's accessibility and its appeal as a unique getaway make it an excellent base for exploring the enchanting East Sussex region.
Breakfast
Guests appreciated the friendly and accommodating service, making the breakfast both a delightful and satisfying start to the day. While the majority of reviews commend the breakfast's delicious taste and variety, a few guests expressed that the choices felt basic or limited, with some noting slight delays in service. Nonetheless, the overall consensus is positive, with many guests finding the breakfast to be of very good value and a memorable part of their stay, contributing to an enjoyable culinary experience at the Playden Oasts Hotel.
Dinner
The restaurant boasts a varied evening menu, ensuring that there is something for everyone, including good options for vegetarians and pescatarians. Enthusiastic reviews mention the meals as being not only delicious but also ample in portion size, providing good value for money—a welcome aspect that encourages guests to indulge in dining at the hotel throughout their stay.
Many guests commend the friendly and attentive service, adding an extra layer of enjoyment to the dining experience. The ambiance of the restaurant, sometimes enhanced by candlelit dinners, creates a cozy and relaxing setting that guests cherish. The combination of excellent food and welcoming service makes dinner at Playden Oasts Hotel a highlight of any visit, often leading guests to choose the hotel as their preferred place to dine during their stay in the area.
Rooms
Guests frequently commended the friendly and helpful staff, which added to the welcoming atmosphere of the hotel. Several rooms feature thoughtful touches, enhancing the homey feel and comfort. For those in search of privacy, it is noteworthy that some ground floor rooms may fall short in this area and noise levels can be a consideration for rooms situated above the bar. Despite these minor drawbacks, the overall experience is characterized by a delightful blend of quaintness, comfort, and a genuinely memorable touch in the converted oast house setting.
Beds
Cleanliness
While most reviews highlight the pristine condition of both rooms and bathrooms, a few noted occasional lapses with maintenance, such as full bins and tired decor. Despite this, the overall consensus remains positive regarding cleanliness and staff attentiveness. The charming and unique Oast house structure adds an extra layer of appeal, making it a desirable choice for those seeking a peaceful retreat.
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Parking
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3 Star
Rooms at Playden Oasts are described as wonderful, with particular mention of the property's charm despite some signs of wear. The thoughtful service further enhances the stay, with many guests impressed by the excellent food offerings. Both dinner and breakfast receive high accolades, highlighting a diverse and satisfying menu. The hotel's location is considered ideal, providing a charming backdrop for any visit.
While the hotel may seem a bit pricey for its three-star ranking, guests generally find value for money in the unique experience and high-quality service. Overall, Playden Oasts Hotel is commended for providing memorable experiences through its good value accommodations, friendly staff, and impressive meals, making it a desirable destination for those seeking comfort and a touch of tradition in an unforgettable setting.
No, Playden Oasts Hotel doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Playden Oasts Hotel.
No, Playden Oasts Hotel doesn't allow dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Playden Oasts Hotel.
No, Playden Oasts Hotel doesn't have a gym.
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