4 Star Hotel
The Black Horse Inn
Pilgrims Way, Thurnham, Nr Maidstone, Maidstone, United Kingdom View Map
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About
This rural Inn is set in a peaceful Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, 4.5 miles from magnificent Leeds Castle. It offers charming, individually styled rooms with Wi-Fi and a lovely garden areas. The rooms feature a FreeSat TV, ironing supplies, and tea and coffee making facilities. Each room at The Black Horse Inn also has bright, country-style décor. All rooms have a private bathroom with a hairdryer. The rooms are located in annexes across the property's grounds. Boasting wooden beams and an open fire, The Black Horse’s restaurant serves a menu made using local and homegrown produce. The bar stocks Kentish cask ales, and there is a patio for al fresco dining. The Inn is surrounded by stunning scenery and has many walking trails on the doorstep. Maidstone’s shops and restaurants are a 10 minutes’ drive away, while the M20 motorway is a 5-minute drive. The individual Kentish Barn style lodges at this rural Inn are located within the grounds a very short distance away from the main pub and restaurant building, each room has independent external access.
799 Reviews
What Guests Say
- “People - very bright, proactive and friendly staff both in Reception and the restaurant/pub.”
- “A country pub with a substantial accommodation business as well. It was very popular and I think they have a thing where guests are…”
Top Amenities
- Restaurant
- Free Internet Access
- Free Parking
- Accessible Rooms / Facilities
- Pets Allowed
- Business Center
- Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Options
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1/4Double Room
- Bath or Shower
- Clothes rack
- Coffee/tea machine
- Crib(s)
1/4Twin Room
- Bath or Shower
- Body soap
- Coffee/tea machine
- Conditioner
1/4double room-ensuite
- Alarm clock
- Baby Cot
- Bath or Shower
- Closet
1/4Family Room
- Bath or Shower
- Body soap
- Coffee/tea machine
- Conditioner
1/4Triple Room
- Accessible bath/shower
- Accessible toilet
- Bath or Shower
- Body soap
1/4Family (Max 2 Adults)
- Accessible bath/shower
- Accessible toilet
- Bath or Shower
- Clothes rack
1/4Family room-Ensuite-2 Adults 3 Children
- Alarm clock
- Closet
- Free Wifi
- Hair dryer
1/4Family room-Ensuite-2 Adults 1 Child
- Alarm clock
- Closet
- Free Wifi
- Hair dryer
1/2Twin room-Standard-Ensuite-Garden View
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
- Closet
1/4Family room-Ensuite- 2 Adults 2 Children
- Accessible bath/shower
- Accessible toilet
- Accessible vanities
- Alarm clock
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What Guests Loved
Based on 799 reviews
Pros +
- People - very bright, proactive and friendly staff both in Reception and the restaurant/pub.
- A country pub with a substantial accommodation business as well. It was very popular and I think they have a thing where guests are allowed dogs (don't quote me on this). There was no dog smell anywhere but there were a lot of dogs in the pub!
- Great location.the restaurant food was really nice and staff were very helpful
Cons -
- Nothing could have stayed longer
- Nothing comes to mind, we loved everything.
- Parking is not easy when it is popular.
People - very bright, proactive and friendly staff both in Reception and the restaurant/pub.
A country pub with a substantial accommodation business as well. It was very popular and I think they have a thing where guests are allowed dogs (don't quote me on this). There was no dog smell anywhere but there were a lot of dogs in the pub!
Great location.the restaurant food was really nice and staff were very helpful
Nothing could have stayed longer
Everything went well! OMG, this is the cutest most fabulous place. It was very romantic and we loved being there. We will travel from home in Washington State to visit your inn again. We were out of car charge and alas, you had car chargers. The feel of the place, the sense of history and your staff was excellent.
Nothing comes to mind, we loved everything.
Good staff. Nice breakfast but was not included in the room rate.
Parking is not easy when it is popular.
Excellent location, super cute, great bar. Perfect for the dog.
Enjoyed facility and staff.
Our room was quite warm, no air conditioning, just open windows and turn on fan. Had to pull blinds to block sun. This was unusually warm day.
Food was superb. Accommodation was spacious, clean and good value.
Room was too warm and duvet too heavy.
2nd stay. We will always come back. Fantastic location, not far away from the ferry. Best breakfast and dinner. All the lovely people who work there made us feel very welcome.
Very dog friendly with lots of great walks, ideal after a long drive and Chunnel crossing. Lovely pub atmosphere in pretty hamlet, with easy parking for the hotel guests. Food was very good.
Food & staff were great, but a long wait for both dinner and breakfast.
Quiet rural location yet still close to all attractions like Leeds Castle & Sissinghurst Castle Gardens.Room was spacious & tucked away with a small garden at the front.Dinner was delicious.Lovely walk up to the castle with views over the Kent countryside.
You can hear the room next door as walls are thin, this is minor.
We are regulars at the Black Horse Inn. It has become our bolt hole for a quick break. Our room was spacious and comfortable. The staff were very attentive and helpful and the food was amazing as always. But the best thing is the atmosphere. It’s very welcoming and relaxing and the whole place seems to be filled with smiling happy faces. For us it’s the perfect place to go to relax.
There isn’t a thing we’d change.
Fantastic pub great atmosphere and food!! Staff brilliant we had a great stay overnight and would love to return
Only thing rooms a little noisy due to thin walls but not a complaint
Comfortable clean rooms, great service and the food in the restaurant was excellent excellent
The pub has a lively bar and great food for breakfast and dinner. It's was a welcome re-introduction to England after you've been away for a while as we had.
Lovely spotless rooms, exceptional staff and great food
Location beautiful. Dog was very welcome and the staff extremely helpful. Everything I needed for a short stay
Walls a bit thin but only a slight problem as my dog barked when his hyper hearing could hear the odd muffled voice!
The location is very easy to find . lovely pub nearby friendly staff clean room comfortable bed food was great nice escape walks near by ideal if you got a dog
Decided to opt for room only rate but had dinner in pub restaurant on first night which was good albeit quite expensive. Room was basic but clean located in block 4 at the bottom of the site. Sleep was disturbed on both nights due to security lights across whole area triggering intermittently from 3am thru’ dawn (blinds not blackout) Reported this to reception on check out and was told they have lots of guests leaving all times of night! Didn’t really seem interested probably as I had paid upfront! £240 for 2 nights poor sleep without breakfast not the best value…
Liked the owner, and the whole set-up but was charged for 2 in one room and 1in another room where there were only 2 of us booked for 2 single rooms. Admin’ was inflexible re the billing even though there were clearly just the 2 of us and I had booked 2 separate rooms.
Left disappointed at the rigid inflexibility and the unfairness of it.
Amenities & Policies
Amenities
Food & Drinks
- Restaurant
Media & Technology
- Free Internet Access
Transportation
- Free Parking
- Accessible parking
Health & Safety
- Health Services
- Daily disinfection
Accessibility
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Accessible toilet
- Facilities for disabled guests available
- Wheelchair accessible
Kid Friendly
- Family Friendly
Business facilities
- Business Center
General
- Pets Allowed
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
- Lower bathroom sinks available
Guest policies
| Check-in | After 3:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Check-out | Before 11:00 AM |
| Internet | Free Wi-Fi is available. |
| Parking | Free parking is available. |
| Children & Extra Beds | Children of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 to 2 can stay with cot, subject to additional charges. Children of age 0 to 12 can stay with extra bed, subject to additional charges. |
| Pets | Pets are allowed upon request. Charges may apply. |
| Room Rates | All rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted. |
Important info
Please note that you need to reserve a table if you would like dinner. Children under 10 years are not allowed in the restaurant after 20:00. The reception for guests is open Monday to Friday 7am to 8pm, Saturday 8am to 6pm and Sunday 8am to 12pm. When the reception is closed the keys can be collected from the pub/restaurant. Breakfast is served Monday to Friday 07:00 to 09:30, and Saturday and Sunday 08:00 to 10:00. If arriving by car, be careful when using satellite navigation. After M20 junction 7, as you come into the A249, most sat-nav systems will send you the wrong side of the Pilgrims Way. Please ensure you turn right into Detling Village, NOT left towards Boxley Village. Check-in outside of the check-in times is not possible.
Location
Pilgrims Way, Thurnham, Nr Maidstone, Maidstone
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