The Horseshoe & Castle
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The Horseshoe & Castle

Main Rd, Cooling, ME3 8DJ, United Kingdom
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Located in Rochester, The Horseshoe and Castle is a 1-minute drive from Cooling Castle Barn and 10 minutes from Upnor Castle. This upscale inn is 16 mi (25.7 km) from Bluewater Shopping Centre and 22.8 mi (36.8 km) from Lakeside Shopping Centre.Show More
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4.3/5Very Good·Cleanliness: 4.3
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Amenities
Horse RidingHikingPublic ParkingFreeBarTennis CourtRestaurantWi-Fi in Public AreasFree
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Surroundings
Airport: London Southend Airport
(72.7km)
Train: Chatham Railway Station
(12.9km)
Landmarks: Ninja Warrior UK Chatham
(6.1km)
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Services & Amenities

Double Room with Private Bathroom
5

Double Room with Private Bathroom

1 Double bed
Non-smoking
Electric Fan
Towel
Private Toilet
Hair Conditioner
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Classic Double Ensuite Room
8

Classic Double Ensuite Room

1 Double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
TV
Towel
Shampoo
Soap
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Double Room Ensuite
9

Double Room Ensuite

1 King bed
Non-smoking
Electric Fan
Towel
Private Toilet
Hair Conditioner
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Cottage with Ensuite
2

Cottage with Ensuite

1 King bed and 1 Single bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private Bath
Refrigerator
Towel
Microwave Oven
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Guest Reviews(21)

4.3/5
Very Good
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  • Cleanliness4.3
  • Amenities4.3
  • Location4.3
  • Service4.3
Guest User
March 16, 2024
What a gem of a pub with rooms. We had a delightful one night stay. Evening meal was excellent, breakfast lovely, the room was beautifully decorated and clean, the staff brilliant. Highly recommended.
Guest User
February 24, 2024
The pub part was full of character and interesting curios, it looked like it hadn’t changed much in 50yrs and that’s how it should be. I was concerned that the rooms would also be 50yrs old though. I couldn’t have been more wrong. Everything was so new and immaculate that it felt as though I had been the only person to be in the room since it was built! Little details like lots of plug sockets with USB ports at a sensible hight to charge everything. Not much in the way of draws to store things in but thats not important. The wifi was OK. The food was great and the staff were all very welcoming. The location was remote and quiet….Everything I like. I will be back next time I am working over that way. Quite surprised that this was once almost on the bank of the Thames many years ago as was the castle when it was originally built until the land reclamation started.
Guest User
November 2, 2023
What a gem, 3 ladies stayed in the stable cottage self contained unit, Great value £240 for 2 nights between us, Hamper arrival pack was in abundance. Snug comfy bed and pull out. Plenty of hot water and heat. Beautiful views, we had dinner and drinks from the bar 1st night. All food exceptional … esp the home made cinnamon dough balls !!! We Paid additional for breakfast the following 2 mornings and was not disappointed, family business, son stuart the chef went out of his way, they couldn’t have been more accommodating. We had a wedding down the road and chose the location for walking distance home, but due to weather and currently on crutches. They offered and came to pick us up at midnight, saved us a lot of trouble as location is good for venue and walks . We shall be back maybe trying the B and B rooms or back to the stable as it takes dogs and we can hopefully then do the many lovely walks nearby. Well done guys for hospitality
Carmen
October 8, 2023
We stayed here after a wedding at Cooling Castle Barn. A warm and friendly welcome both on arrival and on our return from the wedding. We had room 4, very recently built and in spotless condition. An excellent night and beautiful view over the fields. Breakfast was included and cooked to order. Super quality with a big mug of Yorkshire Tea :-)
Benjamin
September 9, 2023
This rustic lovely pub, restaurant and hotel is perfectly located a walking distance from the Cooling Barn wedding venue. The hotel has check in/check out times to accommodate popular wedding times. As soon as we arrived, we were met by the friendly staff, it felt like we had arrived at a home away from home. Stuart checked us in, top bloke, and the bar/restaurant had great friendly staff, Sarah, Honey, and Hannah that really impressed. We stayed in the cottage for 3 nights, (minimum stay 2 nights for the cottage) located at the rear of the main building with its own entrance. Literally 20 steps from the restaurant and car park. The cottage is self contained with a bathroom/shower over bath and toilet, a second walk in shower room with toilet, kitchen (with fridge and microwave), lounge, private outdoor court yard, and the main bedroom with cupboard. Ample of room and very private facility. Just a few improvements needed here, needs hand wash in the main bathroom, the temperature control for the downstairs shower was very hot and couldn’t be cool. An electrical socket in the main bedroom was very loose when pulling a plug out. No air conditioning here but a large tower fan is provided. No WI-FI found in the cottage but excellent Wi-Fi in the main building. I tethered from my phone when in the cottage. Could definitely benefit from extending the Wi-Fi to the cottage. The food and drinks are reasonably priced and the restaurant and bar service is 5 stars.
Guest User
September 9, 2023
This rustic lovely pub, restaurant and hotel is perfectly located a walking distance from the Cooling Barn wedding venue. The hotel has check in/check out times to accommodate popular wedding times. As soon as we arrived, we were met by the friendly staff, it felt like we had arrived at a home away from home. Stuart checked us in, top bloke, and the bar/restaurant had great friendly staff, Sarah, Honey, and Hannah that really impressed. We stayed in the cottage for 3 nights, (minimum stay 2 nights for the cottage) located at the rear of the main building with its own entrance. Literally 20 steps from the restaurant and car park. The cottage is self contained with a bathroom/shower over bath and toilet, a second walk in shower room with toilet, kitchen (with fridge and microwave), lounge, private outdoor court yard, and the main bedroom with cupboard. Ample of room and very private facility. Just a few improvements needed here, needs hand wash in the main bathroom, the temperature control for the downstairs shower was very hot and couldn’t be cool. An electrical socket in the main bedroom was very loose when pulling a plug out. No air conditioning here but a large tower fan is provided. No WI-FI found in the cottage but excellent Wi-Fi in the main building. I tethered from my phone when in the cottage. Could definitely benefit from extending the Wi-Fi to the cottage. The food and drinks are reasonably priced and the restaurant and bar service is 5 star. Massive selection of beers and drinks, I enjoyed a Leffe and their very reasonably priced port. The food came large and quality, very tasty and always fresh. Breakfast is nice with ample choice between the full English to the egg muffin choices with smoked salmon/bacon etc. The dinners were tasty, I recommend the chicken teriyaki skewers and the linguine or steak. Well worth staying for dinner 1 night or more. The village is small and surrounded by the countryside. No shops or anything which adds to the charm. This pub is truly the hub of the village. If you have a wedding over in Cooling Barn, this will be your best bed and breakfast, and dinner for a extended stay, for charm, service and no taxis required! A special place, the Horseshoe and Castle.
Guest User
September 6, 2023
Stay here for 2 nights for a wedding Lovely evening meal /breakfast was fab Stuart was very friendly and helpful as we're all the staff, we had room with bath down the hall, would only book on suite next time, will different be back to stay maybe in New room at the back ,only thing I would say was the mattress was a but springy and flat one side Thanks again for Great stay
Guest User
September 4, 2023
We stayed here as we were attending a wedding in cooling castle. Check in was quick and friendly. The chef cooked us an early breakfast to order as we had to be at cooling castle for 8.30. We had dinner in the pub the night we arrived. It was beautiful, fresh, tasty and very filling. The room was clean and beautifully laid out. Cannot find anything bad about anything. would defnitely stay again and eat here again. Easy access from the car park park. It was brilliant! 5 stars.
Guest User
April 3, 2023
The perfect place to stay when visiting nearby Cooling Castle Barn for a wedding. We were Immediately made to feel very welcome by the friendly landlord of the pub and in fact all the staff were just as pleasant. Our room was clean, bright, spacious and very comfortable. Enjoyed a tasty hot cooked breakfast the next morning and as staying another night decided to eat in house in the evening and the food was just as good.

Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 13:00–21:30
Check-out: Before 10:30
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this hotel.

Cribs and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.

Breakfast
TypeContinental, Full English/Irish
AgeFee
Adult
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Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.

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Property Description

  • Number of Rooms: 4
Located in Rochester, The Horseshoe and Castle is a 1-minute drive from Cooling Castle Barn and 10 minutes from Upnor Castle. This upscale inn is 16 mi (25.7 km) from Bluewater Shopping Centre and 22.8 mi (36.8 km) from Lakeside Shopping Centre.

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor tennis court or take in the view from a terrace and a garden.

At The Horseshoe and Castle, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Breakfast is available for a fee.

Free self parking is available onsite.

Make yourself at home in one of the 4 guestrooms.

Services & Amenities

Bar
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to stay at The Horseshoe & Castle?

Prices at The Horseshoe & Castle are subject to change according to dates, hotel policy, and other factors. To view prices, please search for the dates you wish to stay at the hotel.

What is the closest airport to The Horseshoe & Castle?

The closest airport is London Southend Airport. It is 72.72km from the hotel and approximately a 65minutes journey by taxi.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Horseshoe & Castle?

The check-in time is after 13:00 and the check-out time is before 10:30.

Does The Horseshoe & Castle provide airport transfer services?

No, the The Horseshoe & Castle doesn't provide airport transfer services.

What amenities and services does The Horseshoe & Castle have?

The Horseshoe & Castle has the following amenities and services: Horse Riding, Hiking, Parking.

Does The Horseshoe & Castle have a swimming pool?

No, The Horseshoe & Castle doesn't have a pool.

Does The Horseshoe & Castle have fitness amenities?

No, The Horseshoe & Castle doesn't have fitness amenities.

Does The Horseshoe & Castle provide Wi-Fi?

Yes, the hotel provides Wi-Fi.

Does The Horseshoe & Castle have non-smoking rooms?

Yes, The Horseshoe & Castle has non-smoking rooms. Please view the hotel listing for details.

Does The Horseshoe & Castle provide breakfast?

Yes, The Horseshoe & Castle provides breakfast.

About This Property

Nearest AirportLondon Southend Airport
Distance to Airport72.72KM
Nearest Train StationChatham Railway Station
Distance to Train Station12.88KM
Average Price FromUSD190
Hotel Star Rating4