THE BLACK HORSE INN, Canterbury – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms with Character
The Black Horse Inn offers 14 rooms with en-suite bathrooms, each featuring memory-foam mattresses on sprung bases, power showers, and smart TVs. Room One has French doors opening to the cottage garden, Room Four provides views of Canterbury Cathedral towers, and Room Seven overlooks a garden with a circular pond. Some rooms retain original features like Georgian sash windows, pine floorboards, and fireplaces.
English Breakfast Included
A full English breakfast is served daily from 8:00-10:00 in the ground floor dining room, featuring bacon, sausage, eggs, mushrooms, and black pudding. Vegetarian options and granola bowls are available. The restaurant also serves lunch and dinner with locally sourced ingredients, including award-winning sausages from a nearby farm.
Private Garden Retreat
Guests can relax in the cottage garden with a circular pond and patio area. The garden features parasols for shade and fresh flowers changed weekly. Room One provides direct garden access through French doors.
Central Canterbury Location
The hotel is on Orchard Street, a 5-minute walk from Canterbury West Station, 10 minutes to the town center, and 15 minutes to the University of Kent. It's 600 meters from West Gate Towers and 1 km from Canterbury Cathedral. London City Airport is 95 km away.
Essential Guest Services
Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Roadside parking and nearby carparks are accessible upon request. The hotel uses keyless code locks for room entry and partners with Octopus for recycling programs. Early breakfast from 7:00 can be arranged with advance notice.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
Sports & Fitness
- Cycling
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Housekeeping
Dining
- Outdoor dining area
Spa & Leisure
- Beach umbrellas
Room features
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- Patio
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Bedroom
- Electric blankets
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
I had a lovely stay at this hotel. The rooms were cozy and had access to a beautiful garden, the service was exceptional, and the location was superb being very near the center of town. However, the dining experience could use some improvement. Overall, a great value for money option with character.
The hotel exudes character with elegant rooms featuring two parallel single beds and a delicious breakfast included, ensuring every comfort during your stay. The location near the center of Canterbury in a vibrant tourist area, set in what would have been the bar of the original pub, adds to the unique charm of the hotel.
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The rooms were immaculate and cozy, and I loved having access to the lovely garden. The service was top-notch, especially the housekeeping team. The location couldn't have been better, being close to all the main tourist spots and the vibrant town center. The dining experience exceeded my expectations with delicious coffee and home-produced eggs. The facilities were excellent, offering everything I needed for a comfortable stay.
I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms were spotless and cozy, and I adored having access to a lovely garden right outside. It was so charming with the two parallel single beds giving the room character. The location was superb, super close to the train station and nestled in a very quiet area, yet conveniently close to the city center. The dining experience was a delight, especially with proper coffee cooked to order and the included home-produced eggs. However, the only slight downside was not having homemade ice cream available. The service was top-notch, especially the housekeeping staff, who kept everything impeccably clean. The only improvement could be to have more onsite facilities. Overall, a great value for money!
The hotel is in a perfect location, by the water fountain in a good tourist area, super close to the train station, and very near the Centre of town. The rooms are clean and comfortable with two parallel single beds, breakfast included, fresh white towels, and quality bedding. The service is outstanding, especially from the housekeeping staff. The dining experience is superb, with freshly brewed good coffee, proper coffee cooked to order, and home-produced eggs. However, the appetizers could be more varied. The facilities are top-notch. The price is reasonable, offering great value for money overall.
