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The Black Horse Inn

Property class: 4

Photo gallery for The Black Horse Inn

A building with a dark exterior and a paved courtyard with neatly trimmed bushes.
A rustic bar area with wooden furniture, a chalkboard menu, and various bottles on shelves.
An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs under green umbrellas, surrounded by brick walls and potted plants.
A cozy pub interior with a brick fireplace, leather armchair, wooden stools, and a bar area.
A rustic dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a wooden bench, and a ceiling covered in foliage.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$279
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov

Explore the area

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Pilgrims Way, Thurnham, Maidstone, England, ME14 3LD
  • Place, Kent Downs
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, White Horse Wood Country Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Leeds Castle
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LCY-London City)
    ‪81 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Double Room

A neatly made bed with folded towels and a patterned blanket.

Classic Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Triple Room

A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, a radiator, and a wooden floor.

Classic Triple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room (Sleeps 5)

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Family Room (Sleeps 5)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Trundle Bed

View all photos for Classic Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, a painting of a flower, and a lamp.

Classic Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Family Room (Sleeps 4)

A bedroom with two wooden beds, a red rug, and a door with a coat hanging on it.

Family Room (Sleeps 4)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

About the area

Maidstone

At The Black Horse Inn you'll be within a 5-minute walk of White Horse Wood Country Park and 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Kent Downs. Highlights at this inn include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly inn offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find a conference centre and luggage storage. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .In the area of this 4-property class Maidstone inn, you'll find Leeds Castle.
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What's nearby

  • Kent Downs - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • White Horse Wood Country Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mote Park - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Kent Life - 7 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Leeds Castle - 12 min drive - 11.3 km

Getting around

  • Maidstone Bearsted Station - 4 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Early Bird - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Yeoman - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The White Horse - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Black Horse Inn

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. There are 2 meeting rooms available. The Black Horse Inn also features a terrace and a garden. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Maidstone inn.

  • 33 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Black Horse Inn offers 33 accommodations with a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 32-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Airport shuttle available
  • Area shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekday cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 14 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Family friendly

  • Changing table
  • Children's dinnerware
  • High chair

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (8:00 AM - 7:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests wishing to check in outside of the posted hours must contact the hotel in advance to make arrangements.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 14 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Black Horse Inn?

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Black Horse Inn?

As of 9 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Black Horse Inn on 15 Nov 2026 start from NZ$279, 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 Black Horse Inn?

Yep, The Black Horse Inn has a free self car park.

Is The Black Horse Inn family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as changing tables and highchairs in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Black Horse Inn is a hit with families.

Does The Black Horse Inn serve breakfast?

Yeah, guests love the cooked-to-order breakfast here! Served on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Black Horse Inn?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Black Horse Inn?

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

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

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

The Black Horse Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 645 out of 897 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 205 out of 897 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 897 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 897 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 897 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely traditional pub, great food, great base to explore the area
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Black Horse is a great place to stay the food and drinks compliment the letting bedrooms
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay especially with a dog, accommodation good. Very friendly pub in quiet area Would happily stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant stay, very clean, pleasant staff, very good food, atmospheric restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms, very helpful staff, excellent location to explore North Downs Countryside
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice size rooms and bed. Very comfortable and very good value
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet location and the pub served great food. Bed was super comfortable and this is an ideal location for walking the North Downs Way. Train station is about a mile away.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely lovely as always, staff so kind and helpful, idylic views, comfy beds & yummy food. Thank you😊
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always friendly and helpful staff. Super dog friendly. Great food and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, for my purpose, one nights stay in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great atmosphere, helpful staff, good food and comfortable room. All you need for a solo business traveller . Plus a charging point , a great find, will stop again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent dog friendly accommodation and pub
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great chalet style rooms , comfortable and cosy Pub food excellent Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Handy stop off on our way to Le Shuttle. We’ve stayed before and love the pub. Lovely beer garden, great staff and delicious food. Room for three of us was adequate but smell of drains in the bathroom was not nice unfortunately
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good food in the pub for evening meal and quiet comfortable room. Only had fruit, yoghurt and poached eggs for breakfast but it was good and menu looked comprehensive
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous rooms and food
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean good breakfast nice people quaint old pub good dinners in nice atmosphere. Interesting menu but a bit pricy. Bit of a hill to climb from lower units
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property; very pet friendly; very nice staff; great food; highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always a delight to stay here, beautiful location, fabulous staff, lovely food & a great sleep, thank you & see you again soon
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Really welcoming stay with great food in the pub
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms, Good food, great location for Euro tunnel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good experience overall. The staff were very helpful, for example providing a fridge for our baby's milk and helping sterilise his dummies. We had dinner in the lovely historic pub, very nice food. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great stopover with excellent restaurant

Extremely comfortable rooms and excellent restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024