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Reviews of The Black Horse Inn 4 stars

Pilgrims Way, Thurnham, Nr Maidstone, Maidstone, ME14 3LD, United Kingdom

#3 of 13 hotels in Maidstone

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 1658 hotel reviews

8.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.0

  • Comfort

    8.9

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    8.7

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.8

  • Free WiFi

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: 24 April 2024

    8.0
    Great place to stay to break a long journey from the continent.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Evening dinner prices are steep! Bathroom towels had not been changed by the domestic staff, I informed the reception.

    We are familiar with the Inn and like its quirky setup. The room was just that .. roomy, and well laid out. Breakfast was fine but dinner was a bit expensive. The bar and dining areas are a warren of cosy spaces. A very nice place to stay.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    E everything

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    9.0
    Comfortable and homely with lovely food and drink, the staff were very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    My bed was noisy, turning over, almost like the frame needed tightening. We had buttercup. The curtains let in quite a lot of light. Lining them would be useful

    Breakfast and dinner very good. The room was very clean and warmed up quickly

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family (Max 2 Adults)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was spacious and welcoming, the staff are very friendly.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    9.0
    Very good value for money
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Very good. Friendly staff. Excellent breakfast.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    In a lovely location with fantastic views, rooms are a really good size and are comfortable. Bed was really comfy, we slept very well. Breakfast was delicious! Staff were helpful and friendly at all times, made us feel welcome.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    9.0
    Hidden gem.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Took a bit of finding, definitely need to consult the Black Horse directions don't rely solely on the sat nav

    Pub was great, great selection of beers, locals friendly, staff fantastic, food excellent, great stopover for tunnel or ferry, great places to visit.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2024

    9.0
    Peaceful relaxing and memorable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Quiet with excellent eating.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Was abit far away from where we needed to be. Loads of road works about which taxi driver wasn't aware of so cost more money but that out of your control

    Amazing stay we even extended our stay for couple more nights

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The food in restaurant was really good.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    9.0
    Super family and dog friendly accommodation. Clean and well thought out
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great for a few nights

    Great for access to Europe, we had a nice before the tunnel departure. Super friendly staff and well thought out accommodation.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2024

    9.0
    brilliant !!!!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    shower room very poorly constructed

    room was so cosy and warm parked car outside room breakfast fantastic look round secret castle at the top of the hill

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family (Max 2 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Quality clean rooms. Lovely pub. Ideal location for Leeds castle.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Wi fi signal a little weak in my accommodation but perfectly adequate within the main bar and restaurant areas,

    Breakfast - one of the best ''full english'' breakfasts that I have ever had. Evening meal - excellent, but a little expensive. Accomodation - Simple but comfortable

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2024

    9.0
    Great stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/a

    Very clean. Pub was lovely and food great. Staff were very friendly and didn't bother us as we said we would have a few drinks first before ordering food.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    8.0
    A hotel with a warm welcome and good food.?
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some equipment problems: TV not working properly on arrival. Sink plug stuck.

    Friendly staff. Ample parking. Good food. Clean room

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    10
    Great stay in the English countryside
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family (Max 2 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Great location, in the middle of the countryside, walking trail in the surroundings

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Excellent accommodation, stayed here for 3 nights while working in the area, great complex with ample parking. Rooms are a little dated and could do with an update but for the rate it’s excellent, shower was good. As for the pub and the food, wow, great traditional proper pub and the food was fantastic! Defo recommend.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    10
    Lovely Easter weekend away
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was nothing I didn't like.

    Lovely rooms, really lovely stuff and very good dinners 😊 They're very welcoming and we appreciated hiw dog friendly the stuff were. Wonderful nature walks in the vicinity of the inn. Will definitely come back.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    10
    Loved it! We’d visit again
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Gorgeous character pub with friendly staff and comfortable rooms

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    10
    A lovely relaxing dog filled weekend with amazing food
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cardiac Hill is exactly what it says may be a struggle if you have mobility issues make sure to let them know when booking there are rooms at the top

    The rooms are like chalets so cute so dog friendly it was lovely seeing all the dogs staff were very friendly and helpful we really enjoyed our stay it’s perfect for a base if you want to go exploring

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    9.0
    Friendly staff, amazing food, lovely views and great value
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shower was a little slow and one of the heads was missing, but this is a minor thing!

    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 really friendly and the food at the restaurant was really delicious, with lots of choice and great value.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    10
    Good food,Good atmosphere and friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The wooden chalets were comfortable and clean, it was very quaint to have your own private space away from the restaurant and bar, the winding pathways and lamps were lovely. The bar / restaurant was busy with a good atmosphere, the food was great too. The staff were very friendly and made us and our two Golden Retrievers very welcome offering water and dog biscuits. We only stayed one night, but it was very enjoyable.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2024

    10
    Have stayed here before and will definitely stsy again. Would highly recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Close proximity to Eurotunnel. Rooms have everything you need and are very clean. The Pub which is part of the property has excellent food. Staff were fantastic.

    Stayed in March 2024

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