A 8-minute drive from Chichester, The Horse & Groom is a newly refurbished 17th century pub with delicious award-winning food and ale. The pub is ideally placed for enjoying the beautiful Sussex countryside, including the South Downs National Park. West Sussex features a wealth of country and coastal walks, regular music, food, drink and garden festivals, and popular sporting events. From the Horse & Groom it is a brief journey to the famous motor circuit and racecourse at Goodwood, the beaches at West Wittering, the gardens at West Dean, the charming old village of Bosham, the Roman Palace at Fishbourne and the cathedral city of Chichester. Choose from our INN with 10 -four gold star guest rooms with en- suite bathrooms, all furnished to a high specification offering luxurious bedding and a real sense of rustic charm. You will find traditional oak furniture, exposed wooden beams and soft, calming tones. There are also various works of art to enjoy including a number of landscapes portraying local villages. Little touches such as a selection of teas and complimentary Grind coffee capsules add to your experience, Complimentary WiFi is offered throughout the building so you can stay connected during your break.

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)

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

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
8.8
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Steve
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    From arrival to the pulling out of the car park at the end of our stay, everything was superb. Very friendly place, super clean bedrooms, restaurant food fantastic.
  • Barry
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The room was excellent and the staff and whole atmosphere of the Inn is intimate and welcoming. The restaurant is top notch.
  • Knowles
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was fantastic and when I got stuck and couldn't get a taxi to work, the staff drove me themselves to make sure I got there on time. They are kind, friendly, accommodating and the venue is delightful

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

Amenities of The Horse and Groom Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • 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).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practices

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House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 8:30 PM

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 10:30 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 not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Groups

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash The Horse and Groom Inn accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply. Please note that guests can only book a maximum of 3 rooms per booking.

Please note on Sundays check-in is only from 14:00 until 20:00.

Restaurant opening times:

Monday- Saturday 12-3pm; 6pm-9pm

Sunday: 6 pm- 3 pm

Bank holidays opening times may vary. The restaurant requires booking in advance. Please call the property when you book.

The bar is open: Monday, Tuesday, 12pm - 10:30pm

Wednesday - Saturday: 12pm - 11pm

Sunday: 12pm - 8pm

Dogs may be accommodated at the property for an additional fee of GBP 20 per dog stay. This is subject to availability and guests must inquire with the property when booking.

If you are booking to stay during a special event like the Goodwood Members Meeting, Goodwood Glorious, Goodwood Festival of Speed and Goodwood Revival then please note a nonrefundable deposit or full payment may be required to secure your reservation. Payment will be taken in the time of the booking. Nonrefundable, no transferable, no cancelable

Breakfast is served between 8 am and 9:15am

Please note on Sunday's check in is only from 3pm till 7pm

Please inform The Horse and Groom Inn of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

FAQs about The Horse and Groom Inn

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

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

    • The Horse and Groom Inn has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant

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

    • Room options at The Horse and Groom Inn include:

      • Double

    • Check-in at The Horse and Groom Inn is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.