Black Horse Canterbury

12 Orchard Street, Canterbury, CT2 8AP, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map – Railway access

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.2/10! <small>(score from <b>187</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very good
Rated very good
187 reviews
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Black Horse Canterbury

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Offering a garden and garden view, Black Horse Canterbury is set in Canterbury, 600 metres from Canterbury WestTrain Station and 1.3 km from Canterbury East Train Station. This 3-star bed and breakfast offers luggage storage space, a housekeeping service and free WiFi. Canterbury Cathedral is 1.1 km away and University of Kent is 2.8 km from the bed and breakfast. All units in the bed and breakfast are equipped with a flat-screen TV. A fridge and kettle are also featured. The units feature a private bathroom, a hair dryer and bed linen. Buffet and à la carte breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and fresh pastries are available every morning at the bed and breakfast. Guests at Black Horse Canterbury will be able to enjoy activities in and around Canterbury, like cycling. Sandwich Railway Station is 25 km from the accommodation, while Eurotunnel UK is 27 km away. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 92 km from Black Horse Canterbury.

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

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Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.9
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Worawet
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “- Prior to arrival, communication was excellent. - Location is perfect; so close to Canterbury West train station. About 5 minute walk. - Access to the hotel was easy to follow. - Upon my arrival, there was no staff at the hotel to welcome me...”
  • Isabel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Super easy to check in and it’s clean and good value for money. Location is close to the station which is super handy. Would stay again”
  • Hugoleco
    France France
    “Really good experience on this nice hotel with great view. Staff was really nice”

Host Information

Company review score: 9Based on 185 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

We welcome guests into our traditional B&B . We are five minutes from Canterbury West Station, 10 minutes to the town centre and 15 minutes to the University of Kent. We offer quality accommodation with new modern en-suite facilities in fourteen uniquely beautiful and quiet rooms. Recently refurbished in calm and peaceful colours, with period furniture and decoration, all newly restored throughout and in keeping with the period building, retaining many original features, such as fireplaces, wall panelling and original floors. Every bed is new with a memory-foam topped mattress on a sprung base. Each small en-suite has a power shower with instant hot water, a heated towel rail, an led mirror and free toiletries. All rooms have a beverage welcome tray with ground coffee and assorted teas. A hair-dryer, fan and a flat screen TV with remote are provided. CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST and FULL-ENGLISH BREAKFAST is served from 8-10am and is included in the room price, unless you've booked 'ROOM ONLY'. Please request in advance if you require early breakfast from 7am. If you change your mind and would like breakfast, please ring in advance, In addition if you'd like to order home ...

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

Facilities of Black Horse Canterbury
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Activities
  • Cycling
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Wellness
  • Sun umbrellas
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Black Horse Canterbury takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

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

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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

FAQs about Black Horse Canterbury

  • Black Horse Canterbury offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling

  • Black Horse Canterbury is 800 yards from the centre of Canterbury. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Black Horse Canterbury can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.2).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet
    • À la carte

  • Check-in at Black Horse Canterbury is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Room options at Black Horse Canterbury include:

    • Double
    • Twin

  • The prices at Black Horse Canterbury may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.