8.8 / 10 Guest Rating

The Black Horse Inn

Name: The Black Horse Inn
Address: Pilgrims Way, Thurnham, Nr Maidstone, Maidstone, gb
Rating: 8.8

Pilgrims Way, Thurnham, Nr Maidstone, Maidstone, gb

from US$129 / night

About the Property

Charming Rooms with Country-Style Decor
Individually styled rooms at The Black Horse Inn offer a cozy retreat with modern amenities including Freeview TV, ironing supplies, and tea/coffee facilities. The bright décor and private bathrooms ensure a comfortable stay.

Farm-to-Table Dining Experience
Enjoy a culinary delight at the on-site restaurant featuring a menu crafted from local and home-grown ingredients. The rustic ambiance with wooden beams and open fire adds to the charm. Don't miss out on the selection of Kentish cask ales at the bar and dine al fresco on the patio.

Scenic Surroundings and Outdoor Activities
Nestled in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the inn provides access to picturesque walking trails and stunning scenery. With Leeds Castle just a short distance away and Maidstone's amenities nearby, The Black Horse Inn offers the perfect blend of relaxation and convenience.

To book your stay at The Black Horse Inn, experience the charm and serenity of rural Kent today.

Facilities & Amenities

WiFi available

Free WiFi

Parking

Free Parking

Non-smoking rooms

Restaurant

Business center

Heating

Terrace

Family rooms

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in

Check-out11:00 AM

Property Notes

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. A deposit may be required at the property.

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Guests

1 night · 2 adults

Available Rooms

5 rates found

1/11

Double Room

With a bright, country-style décor, this room features a Freeview TV, ironing supplies, and tea and coffee making facilities. It also benefits from a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Wi-Fi is available.

7 sqm

Sleeps 2

1 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)

Amenities

Coffee/tea makerShowerTVHair dryerRadioDesk

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

DOUBLE CLASSIC

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$161.68

$129.34

Includes taxes & fees

DOUBLE CLASSIC

Non-refundable

Breakfast Included

20% OFF$204.88

$163.9

Includes taxes & fees

1/5

Twin Room

The twin room provides a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 2 beds.

7 sqm

Sleeps 2

2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)

Amenities

Coffee/tea makerShowerTVHair dryerRadioDesk

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

TWIN CLASSIC

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$161.68

$129.34

Includes taxes & fees

TWIN CLASSIC

Non-refundable

Breakfast Included

20% OFF$204.88

$163.9

Includes taxes & fees

1/5

Family Room

The family room offers a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. This family room provides heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 2 beds.

8 sqm

Sleeps 4

1 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)

1 Bunk bed (Variable Size)

Amenities

Coffee/tea makerShowerTVHair dryerRadioDesk

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

FAMILY ROOM THREE BEDS

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$161.68

$129.34

Includes taxes & fees

Guest Reviews

8.8

Excellent2106 verified reviews

AI Summary

Guests highly rate the great location and frequently praise the friendly staff.

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Alison

Verified booking

solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in May 9, 2026

"Loved it!"

Exceptional

10.0

Loved everything about it.

On my trail app, the location of the Black Horse Inn is incorrectly shown as a property just down the road. The lady at that other property said “don’t worry, it happens all of the time”. Hopefully it can be corrected somehow for future guests.

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traveller couple.

Verified booking

solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in May 6, 2026

"Lovely 1 night stay"

Exceptional

9.0

Very friendly staff Excellent room Very dog friendly

Nothing all good

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Elisabeth V.

Verified booking

extended_group

Standard Room

Stayed in May 5, 2026

"Goeie locatie, lekker ontbijt! Aan te bevelen."

Excellent

8.0

Goeie locatie vlakbij Leeds Castle in een groene omgeving. Kamers zijn net en voorzien van al wat je nodig hebt. Heel gezellige pub met leuk terras, charmant interieur, lekker eten en uiterst vriendelijke uitbating. Kleine frigo in de kamer is niet voorzien, en kan handig zijn, maar geen absolute must.

De matrassen zijn wat ons betreft aan vervanging toe, maar misschien is dat ook maar een persoonlijk gevoel. Verhouding prijs/kwaliteit alleszins top, nieuwe matrassen heeft ongetwijfeld impact op hogere dagprijs…

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Olga

Verified booking

extended_group

Standard Room

Stayed in May 5, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

10.0

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Bruno

Verified booking

couple

Standard Room

Stayed in May 2, 2026

"Excellent"

Excellent

8.0

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Schalk Andre de Bruyn

Verified booking

solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in May 2, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

9.0

Pub with real charm and excellent staff. Acomodation was clean and comfortable in a quiet and beautiful area.

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Bob

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couple

Standard Room

Stayed in May 2, 2026

"Excellent"

Excellent

8.0

History

Nothing

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Morris

Verified booking

solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in May 2, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

10.0

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Jennifer

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couple

Standard Room

Stayed in May 2, 2026

"Accommodation good, food overpriced."

Very Good

7.0

The secure private parking, spacious room.

The waiting time for the evening meal was poor; 20 minutes for starter and a further 45 minutes for the main course. When delay was mentioned to landlord, he was unconcerned. Food overpriced and Barnsley chop was thin and grisly, obviously from the tail end.

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Meryl

Verified booking

couple

Standard Room

Stayed in May 1, 2026

"A great few nights away, surrounded by beautiful countryside."

Exceptional

10.0

The accommodation was clean and had everything we needed. Great having your own ‘front’ door. Plenty of parking.

Nothing everything was great.

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"Loved it!"

"Lovely 1 night stay"

"Goeie locatie, lekker ontbijt! Aan te bevelen."

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"Exceptional"

"Excellent"

"Exceptional"

"Accommodation good, food overpriced."

"A great few nights away, surrounded by beautiful countryside."