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The Horseshoe & Castle

Main Road Cooling,, Rochester, ME3 8DJ, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map
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The Horseshoe & Castle
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Free parking Restaurant Private bathroom View Kitchen Free WiFi Bath Flat-screen TV Non-smoking rooms Houses

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations

The Horseshoe & Castle in Rochester offers four-star comfort with private bathrooms, free WiFi, and modern amenities. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, hairdryer, and free toiletries.

Dining Experience

Guests can enjoy a traditional family-friendly restaurant serving British, seafood, and local cuisines. Breakfast includes a full English or Irish with local specialities, warm dishes, and juice. The bar provides a relaxing atmosphere for evening drinks.

Leisure Activities

The inn is situated near Cooling Castle, a 7-minute walk away. Other attractions include Rochester Castle (11 km) and Chatham Train Station (13 km). Activities such as hiking and cycling are available.

Guest Satisfaction

Highly rated for its breakfast, castles, and attentive staff, The Horseshoe & Castle ensures a pleasant stay for all visitors.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

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Languages spoken

English

Availability

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Couples particularly like this property — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

House rules

Please inform The Horseshoe & Castle 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.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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.

Smoking

Not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed

Groups

When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Accepted payment methods

Credit card CVC required

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

• Please inform The Horseshoe & Castle 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.

• Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

• 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.

Legal information

This property is managed by The Horseshoe & Castle.

Located in Rochester, United Kingdom.

FAQs about The Horseshoe & Castle

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed at this property.
The Horseshoe & Castle is 7.7 km from the center of Rochester.
Room options at The Horseshoe & Castle include:
  • Boasting a private entrance, this holiday home includes 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 2 bathrooms with a bath and a shower. In the fully equipped kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. This holiday home has a tea and coffee maker, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, garden views, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 2 beds.
Yes, couples have rated this property 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Guest reviews

9.1

Superb

151 reviews

E

Eyles

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

1 week ago
8.0
+ Staff were very helpful, great food. Staff were very helpful, great food.

young couple · King Room

C

Chris

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

4 weeks ago
9.0
+ Lovely atmosphere and room Lovely atmosphere and room
- No food on Mondays and Tuesdays No food on Mondays and Tuesdays

solo traveller · King Room

Facilities of The Horseshoe & Castle

Non-smoking rooms Internet services Parking Restaurant Tea/Coffee maker Bar

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
  • Kids' meals
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

Internet

  • Internet services

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Safety & Security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access

General

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Activities

  • Horse riding
  • Cycling
  • Hiking

Media & Technology

  • Pet bowls

Health & Safety

  • Access to health care professionals
  • First aid kit available
  • Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities

Living Area

  • Parking

Other

  • Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus

Guest reviews for The Horseshoe & Castle

9.1

Superb

151 reviews

All reviews verified

Categories

Staff 9.8
Facilities 9.1
Cleanliness 9.6
Comfort 9.7
Value for money 8.8
Location 9.3
Free Wifi 7.5

Score distribution

Superb
103
Good
39
Okay
6
Poor
2
Very poor
1

Scores by traveler type

With friends 9.7
Business travelers 7.3
Families 9.7
Couples 9.3
Solo travelers 9.2

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Guest reviews

E

Eyles

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8.0
King Room King Room 1 week ago young couple
+ Staff were very helpful, great food.
C

Chris

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9.0
King Room King Room 4 weeks ago solo traveller
+ Lovely atmosphere and room
− No food on Mondays and Tuesdays
R

Revill

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

10.0
King Room King Room 1 month ago solo traveller
+ Super pretty rural location. Staff were lovely and welcoming and food was delicious
M

Mummy_b

🇦🇺 Australia

10.0
King Room King Room 2 months ago solo traveller
+ Check in was straight forward. Room was comfortable with great views across the fields. Staff was very friendly, enjoyed our chats at breakfast.
− Nothing
D

Deb

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9.0
King Room King Room 2 months ago solo traveller
+ Lovely staff and very close to the wedding venue we attended.
− Nothing