The White Horse

4.0 star property
Hotel in Dorking with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Restaurant
Bar (on property)
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
Exterior
Reception

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$218
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec

Explore the area

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High Street, Dorking, England, RH4 1BE
  • Place, Surrey Hills
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Box Hill
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Denbies Wine Estate
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

SNUG ROOM

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

COMFY ROOM

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

REALLY COMFY ROOM

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

COMFY FAMILY ROOM

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

ACCESSIBLE ROOM

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

FANCY ROOM

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

REALLY FANCY ROOM

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Dorking

At The White Horse you'll be 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Surrey Hills and 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Betchworth Park Golf Club. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this 4-property class Dorking hotel include Chessington World of Adventures and Thames River.

What's nearby

  • Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Surrey Hills - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Box Hill - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Denbies Wine Estate - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Betchworth Park Golf Club - 5 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Dorking Deepdene Station - 11 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dorking Kebab & Burger House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Knox (Knockers) - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Superdish - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Surrey Yeoman - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The White Horse

Hotel in Dorking with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

This 4-star Dorking hotel is smoke free.

  • 56 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The White Horse offers 56 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 30-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include designer toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 16 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Golf

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 16.00 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property is also known as

White Horse Hotel Dorking
White Horse Dorking
The White Horse Hotel Dorking Surrey UK
White Horse Hotel
The White Horse Hotel
The White Horse Dorking
The White Horse Hotel Dorking

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The White Horse?

The White Horse offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The White Horse?

As of 19 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The White Horse on 21 Dec 2025 start from NZ$217.91, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The White Horse?

Onsite parking is limited.

What makes The White Horse a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The White Horse.

Does The White Horse serve breakfast?

You bet, full brekkie is offered daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The White Horse?

No, The White Horse does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The White Horse?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The White Horse?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The White Horse?

Cats and dogs are welcome at The White Horse, with food and water bowls on offer.

The White Horse Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 174 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 174 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 174 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 174 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 174 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrice

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This gem is on Main Street. Had so much character. A fabulous Pub with restaurant attached. The property was spacious and unique. The room was decorated so lovely and such personal touches and quite spacious. Staff was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Last minute stop with work and everything was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the sunday roast is a must at the white horse
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice stay

Excellent hotel with really nicely appointed rooms. Very nice touch with hand made sweets in the room and great location for the local shops although on site parking is a little limited.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

What a little Gem

Even before I arrived, the Team were a bunch of legends on the customer service front, my snug room was a delight and the bed was super comfy. A top little find, would definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew, Moreton in Marsh

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The refurb is smart and lots of small details have been thought about. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aled

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel. Room was in amazing condition and beautifully decorated
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent and comfortable room, very spacious. Lovely bed and bath - thoughtful touches throughout.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iona

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
After many years living in central Dorking and now living elsewhere, this is our ‘go to’ hotel when we visit family in the area. Since it’s refurbishment it is a nice place to stay and within easy walking of restaurants and shops on Dorking High Street. Parking is limited on site, but both M&S and Sainsbury’s have paid car parking and the hours are 8am - 6pm Mon - Sat. We prefer Sainsbury’s - come out of the hotel, turn left and go up the first small road on the left - it is signposted. The road curves right and then you enter the car park at the back of the shop. Avoid the short stay parking around the shop entrance. If you park on a Saturday afternoon, you pay for the few hours up till 6pm and then you can park right through to 8am on Monday morning. There are plenty of restaurants in Dorking, but our ‘go to’ ones that have been around for a very long time are Dorking Brasserie for Indian food and The New Fountain Garden for a Chinese meal. Pre drinks in the nearby the Kings Arms for both. Table reservations should be made at busy times. A nice walk from the hotel to Denbies Vineyard is available - walk across the park and enter via a footpath which starts at Yew Tree Road. A 15 - 20 min drive away is the lovely Friday Street village - very small, but with a good car park and with a bit of research you will find a circular walk via the Leith Hill tower where, last time we visited, there were drinks available from a small kiosk at the foot of the tower.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean, bedding was of good quality thou I prefer not so high pillows, plenty of coffee and tea and complimentary still and sparkling water. Biggest problem is lack of space for parking, it’s on a first come first served basis and quests had to park in every small area and not in dedicated spaces, making it very tight to manoeuvre. I didn’t notice an electric charge point, not saying there isn’t one but I would enquire before booking. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Warm welcome

Great welcome staff all smiling which is suprising what a differnce something so simple as a warm welcome can have such a positive impact.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francesca

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful rooms but overpriced food

The hotel is first class, staff very friendly, my only criticism was breakfast which was hugely over priced for what you got, it’s ok the price if the portions reflected it, but it was like eating at primary school again but paying top dollar for it
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shyam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, great staff and food.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clive

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel was so clean the staff was so helpful and i was blown away with all the written message and the compliments was amazing it was the best Hotel i have stayed in thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely modernised pub stay

The property and room are gorgeous! They also provided a dog bed, bowls and a lovely gift for my pup! It is a perfect English town high street pub hotel-but much better appointed than other pub stays. I would suggest staying there in cooler months as it was a bit too warm.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic but comfortable. Great staff excellent hospitality.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025