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About this property

Located in Canterbury, The Black Horse Inn offers accommodation with free WiFi and TV, as well as a shared lounge and a garden. The bed and breakfast offers a continental or Full English/Irish breakfast. If you would like to discover the area, cycling is possible in the surroundings. Popular points of interest near The Black Horse Inn include Canterbury Cathedral, University of Kent and Westgate. The nearest airport is London Southend Airport, 41 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Full English/Irish


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1 double bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 single bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jean-baptiste
    France France
    Nice, spacious room, delicious breakfast and very professional and sympathetic staff. A few minutes walk from the old city and the train station. Apparently, all the rooms are quite different, so take the time to chose to be sure you're comfortable.
  • Úna
    Ireland Ireland
    The staff were very friendly and lovely! The kitchen could accommodate me as a coeliac and provide a gluten free breakfast which was great!
  • Martin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The whole experience from booking to leaving was very good indeed. No lack of communication whatsoever and any queries answered immediately. Great location, Canterbury is great to look around , free parking on street close to or even outside if...
  • Elizabeth
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The central position. Beautiful Garden Lovely breakfasts Very efficient and friendly staff. We hope to come back
  • Jeroen
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Excellent location, friendly staff. Nice garden, decent breakfast.
  • Peter
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This is a great location in a quiet street very near the railway station and city centre. The Inn used to be a pub so has the character of one. Pillows, towels and sheets were all top quality. Breakfast was a surprise and plentiful with variety...
  • Janna
    Germany Germany
    Central location, very friendly staff and clean rooms.
  • Philip
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very convenient for my needs, the self service check in and entry works a treat and despite being on a side street it was very quiet.
  • Julie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Brilliant location just a 5 minute walk to centre and in a lovely quiet back water. We had room 1 with private patio which we really appreciated with the wonderful weather. All the staff were really friendly and the room was spotless. Would...
  • Sarah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location. Perfect for walking into the centre of Canterbury. Natalia and staff were really friendly and helpful. Plenty of choice for breakfast. Easy check in. Pretty outside space too.

Host Information

Company review score: 8.9Based on 544 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

SUSTAINABILITY *Being aware of energy consumption, via an app controlled heating system, and ensuring all possible steps are taken to keep our usage as low as possible. We changed supplier a while ago to Octopus renown for its green approach. *We recycle hard plastic, tins, glass and paper. *We use all kitchen waste to feed the chickens who supply our eggs, and green waste is composted on owners small holding, and is then used for garden plants. *Fresh local flowers are provided weekly from the owners garden and a friends garden. *Where ever possible we use locally sourced food products. For example our Award Winning sausages come from a local farm and shop. *We have a high EPC rating as during the restoration the roof, walls, ceilings and floors are not only sound boarded, but are also extra insulated. The lighting is all LED.

Property information

Welcome to our charming traditional bed and breakfast, ideally located just five minutes from Canterbury West Station, ten minutes from the town centre, and fifteen minutes from the University of Kent. We provide comfortable, quality accommodation in fourteen beautifully appointed and tranquil rooms, each uniquely designed to reflect the historic character of the building. Recently refurbished with calming colours, period furniture, and original features such as fireplaces, wall paneling, and wooden floors, our rooms offer a blend of historic charm and modern comfort. All rooms feature new beds with memory foam toppers on sprung bases, ensuring a restful night's sleep. Each en-suite bathroom includes a powerful shower with instant hot water, a heated towel rail, an LED mirror, and complimentary toiletries. Guests receive a welcome tray with ground coffee and a selection of teas, along with amenities such as a hairdryer, fan, and flat-screen TV with remote control. A delicious continental or full English breakfast is served daily from 8am to 10am and is included in the room rate unless you have booked a 'room only'. Please inform us in advance if you require an early breakfast or wish for breakfast to stored in the dining room fridge. Should you change your mind and decide to have breakfast after booking, kindly call ahead. During summer months, guests can enjoy the garden patio with tables and sunshades for outdoor relaxation. There is plenty to see and do in Canterbury, including visits to the famous Canterbury Cathedral and the Marlowe Theatre. We kindly ask guests to call at least an hour before arrival; check-in begins at 7pm, with early check-in available upon prior request. Please note that we do not accept late bookings made after 10pm on the day of arrival. We look forward to welcoming you for a memorable stay.

Neighbourhood information

Canterbury is a historic city with a lot of culture and heritage. The Black Horse Inn is situated at the heart of Canterbury, close to local shops, theatres and restaurants. Our views overlook the famous Canterbury Cathedral.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

The Black Horse Inn takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
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Child policies

Children older than 16 years are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Kindly note the property cannot process payments from American Express credit cards, and an alternative card will be required.

If you plan on arriving outside check-in hours, please let the property know in advance using the Special Requests box when booking or the contact details on the booking confirmation. An extra GBP 10 per hour will apply otherwise.

Please note that there is free nearby street parking before 08:00 and after 18:30 (Mondays to Saturdays) and all day on Sundays. Parking is chargeable outside of those timings and guests can enquire about fees with Canterbury City Council. Free parking alternatives are available on nearby residential streets.

Bikes can be safely stored at the rear of the property.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

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

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