The Black Horse Inn

4.0 star property

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A rustic bar area with wooden furniture, a chalkboard menu, and various bottles on shelves.
A traditional pub with a stone facade, outdoor seating, and a clear night sky.
A rustic dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a wooden bench, and a ceiling covered in foliage.
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.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$221
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug

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, Bearsted Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (SEN-Southend)
    ‪84 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Classic Triple Room

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

Family Room (Sleeps 5)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Trundle Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Classic Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Room (Sleeps 4)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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.

What's nearby

  • Kent Downs - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • White Horse Wood Country Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bearsted Golf Club - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Mote Park - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Leeds Castle - 14 min drive - 10.6 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
  • ‪The Yeoman - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Orchard Spot - ‬7 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

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 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Black Horse Inn on 10 Aug 2026 start from AU$221, 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. 624 out of 866 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 199 out of 866 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 866 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 866 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 866 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lawrence

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

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

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

10/10 Excellent

robert

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

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

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lara

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

mark

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

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

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

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Powerful shower and lovely hot water
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for me during a 1 nightwork trip
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deidre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and helpful. Beautiful area and the room was nice and clean. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ian

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

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms clean and spacious. Staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

Nice part of the country

Great location and very quite hotel, food was very good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff, so nice and helpfull
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gill

Great accommodation had everything we needed
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

john

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was comfortable and clean and the pub was very nice and welcoming with great food. Will definitely stay here again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keith

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

Excellent

Very comfortable stay, full of character, great service.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay from start to finish was fantastic. Lovely atmosphere and very friendly and helpful staff. Would definitely recommend and will be looking forward to our next stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Greast 3 night stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025