The Black Horse Inn
Pilgrims Way, Thurnham, Nr Maidstone, Maidstone, ME14 3LD, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map
Amazing stay we even extended our stay for couple more nights
United Kingdom
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. The rooms feature a Freeview 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 home-grown 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, whilst 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. The site is set in a peaceful Area of of Outstanding Natural Beauty, 4.5 miles from magnificent Leeds Castle. It offers charming, individually styled rooms with free Wi-Fi and lovely large garden areas. The rooms feature FreeSat TV, ironing supplies and tea and coffee making facilities. Each room at The Black Horse Inn has bright, country-style décor. All rooms have a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Boasting wooden beams and an open fire, The Black Horse Inn restaurant serves a menu crafted using local and home-grown 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. Shops in the county town of Maidstone are only a 10 minute drive away, whilst the M20 motorway is a 5 minute drive.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
Property practices
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- Pippa
United Kingdom“Amazing stay we even extended our stay for couple more nights” 
Oliver United Kingdom“Great for access to Europe, we had a nice before the tunnel departure. Super friendly staff and well thought out accommodation.”
Richard United Kingdom“room was so cosy and warm parked car outside room breakfast fantastic look round secret castle at the top of the hill”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- The Black Horse Pub
- CuisineLocal
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbianceTraditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Facilities of The Black Horse InnGreat facilities! Review score, 8.7
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
- Garden
- Electric kettle
- Socket near the bed
- Horse ridingOff-site
- CyclingOff-site
- HikingOff-site
- Golf course (within 3 km)Additional charge
- Desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Radio
- TV
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid meals
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Bar
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
- Pet basket
- Daily housekeeping
- Private check-in/check-out
- Luggage storage
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Packed lunches
- Express check-in/check-out
- Business centreAdditional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Hypoallergenic
- Designated smoking area
- Non-smoking throughout
- Allergy-free room
- Heating
- Private entrance
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Lower bathroom sink
- Higher level toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- English
- Polish
- Romanian
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Cash
The Black Horse Inn accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
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.
FAQs about The Black Horse Inn
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The Black Horse Inn is 3.1 miles from the centre of Maidstone. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Room options at The Black Horse Inn include:
- Double
- Family
- Twin
- Triple
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Guests staying at The Black Horse Inn can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.0).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
- À la carte
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The Black Horse Inn offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Golf course (within 3 km)
- Horse riding
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The prices at The Black Horse Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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The Black Horse Inn has 1 restaurant:
- The Black Horse Pub
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Check-in at The Black Horse Inn is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.
