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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 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. 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 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. Shops in the county town of Maidstone are only a 10 minute drive away, while the M20 motorway is a 5 minute drive.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish

Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 full bed
and
1 bunk bed
and
1 futon bed
2 twin beds
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
1 full bed
and
1 bunk bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
8.8
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Duncan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Pub was great, great selection of beers, locals friendly, staff fantastic, food excellent, great stopover for tunnel or ferry, great places to visit.
  • Lydia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was a beautiful location, and the perfect place to stay for us. We were cycling from London to the Kent coast and this was the ideal half way spot! The room was ready when we arrived, and was very spacious and clean. We thought the staff were...
  • Joanna
    Canada Canada
    Beautiful property, excellent service. The evening meal we had was out of this world. Would absolutely go here again for an overnight or just a meal.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • The Black Horse Pub
    • Cuisine
      Local
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of The Black Horse Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Horseback riding
    Off-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Pet basket
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Packed lunches
  • Express check-in/out
  • Business center
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Lowered sink
  • Raised toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Polish
  • Romanian

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
£10 per child, per night
Crib upon request
£10 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
£10 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

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The fine print
Must-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

  • The Black Horse Inn is 3.1 miles from the center of Maidstone. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Black Horse Inn has 1 restaurant:

    • The Black Horse Pub

  • Check-in at The Black Horse Inn is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The Black Horse Inn offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Horseback riding

  • 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

  • Room options at The Black Horse Inn include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Twin
    • Triple

  • The prices at The Black Horse Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.