Nestled in the heart of a lush landscape, The White Horse offers a tranquil retreat with on-site golfing, a refreshing bar, and delicious meals at the restaurant. With luggage storage and 24-hour front desk assistance available to support your stay.
Chessington World of Adventures - 15 min drive - 15.9 km
Getting around
Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 23 min drive
Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 49 min drive
Farnborough (FAB) - 59 min drive
London City Airport (LCY) - 91 min drive
Luton Airport (LTN) - 91 min drive
London (SEN-Southend) - 99 min drive
Stansted Airport (STN) - 99 min drive
Dorking Deepdene Station - 11 min walk
Dorking West Station - 11 min walk
Dorking Station - 15 min walk
Restaurants
The Deepdene - 4 min walk
Dorking Kebab House - 1 min walk
KFC - 5 min walk
PizzaExpress - 2 min walk
Domino's Pizza - 3 min walk
About this property
The White Horse
When you stay at The White Horse, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Surrey Hills and Chessington World of Adventures. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English, French, Italian
At a glance
Hotel size
56 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
Parking
Onsite parking limited
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
What to do
Golfing
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
Terrace
Room amenities
Be entertained
30-inch flat-screen TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Mobile key entry
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 16.00 per person
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 0 per night
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 10.0 per day
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
White Horse Hotel Dorking
White Horse Dorking
The White Horse Hotel Dorking Surrey UK
White Horse Hotel
The White Horse Hotel
The White Horse Dorking
The White Horse Hotel Dorking
Frequently asked questions
Does The White Horse offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The White Horse does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The White Horse?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at The White Horse?
Yes. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The White Horse?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The White Horse and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking.
Are there restaurants at or near The White Horse?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around The White Horse like?
The White Horse is located a short 4-minute walk from Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre.
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The White Horse Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently praised for its excellent quality, variety, and service. (14 reviews)
The restaurant served excellent meals with a good choice of dishes and great service. (4 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 20, 2025
Fantastic Place
Fantastic place to stay and right on Dorking high street. Busy bar and great food. Recommended very highly.
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 15, 2025
Excellent
A good place to stay in Dorking.
We would stay there again.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 6, 2025
Would love to stay agen
Really nice pub and hotel the atmosphere was lovly and the room was spot on with treats in the room
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 8, 2025
Great location, restaurant was superb and other options within walking distance. Only limited parking, but free parking across the road.
Graham
Graham, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 26, 2025
Perfect base for a Dorking stay
Lovely comfortable hotel right in the middle of Dorking. Lovely welcoming touches (welcome note in the room, complimentary sweet treats, fresh milk for teas etc.); very good a la carte breakfast; comfortable room with good radio and TV, and pod coffeemaker (plastic free pods); lovely toiletries in refillable bottles in bathroom; all the satgg we met were excellent. It suited usnvery well for our stay. Be aware that there are narrow and fairly steep stairs to many of the rooms, so check that out with them before staying if that's an issue for you
Christine
Christine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 8, 2025
A lovely old coaching inn hotel
My cosy room was perfect for me on my own and big enough for my friends to come and join me for coffee after our meal.
Deborah
Deborah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 19, 2025
Room was outstanding and quiet we will bestaying again thankyou
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2025
Well catered for dogs. We had a great room and will be returning very soon.
Jan
Jan, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 14, 2025
The room was amazing and we had a great stay the staff were super helpful and lovely breakfast too! We loved our nye
Catherine
Catherine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 24, 2025
Great
It was simply lovely
Joseph
Joseph, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 4, 2025
Avoid room 24
In general this was a nice establishment to stay. However room 24 is right above the vehicle entrance to this old coaching inn which has a cobbled surface. At 5.15 we were awoke by the sound of the bin men moving wheelie bins in and out of the hotel as the room is immediately above the entrance. When they eventually stopped the general traffic kept us awake. Apart from that one side of the double bed is against the wall making going to the loo in the middle of the night a bit of an issue for someone. The food was good and at reasonable prices.
jim
jim, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2025
Visiting to help our daughter move house. Very close to all amenities, food we had was excellent, although not much time to use restaurant.
Jan
Jan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2024
Super hotel and really fab rooms.
Lovely stay with family for a party in town. Hotel was great and lots of lovely touches.
Julia
Julia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 20, 2024
Good Central location, public car park across the road free after 6pm until 8am, quality restaurant on site, overall nice experience, thanks.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 2, 2025
Great place to stay
Bed and amenities are great… only problem is parking! Realised it’s a pub also and restaurant but would’ve thought the spaces should be kept for customers who are staying. I know it’s difficult to police but that would have been the icing on the cake for such a lovely place….
Alma
Alma, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 17, 2024
Very thoughtfully appointed rooms
Emily
Emily, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 9, 2024
Good location nice and quiet room 38 at back of hotel spacious room comfy bed
Anne
Anne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 26, 2024
Wonderful stay
Fantastic, quaint, & charming. Excellent service and food.
Precious
Precious, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 9, 2024
Gorgeous hotel. Really lovely, would stay here over and over. The rooms are beautiful. There wasn't always staff at the front desk, and the parking is really tight and often isn't spaces, but aside from that the actual hotel is really nice
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 17, 2024
Beautiful room, clean and with great amenities and excellent treats!
Katie
Katie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2024
Very cute! Will stay again.
Serena
Serena, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 3, 2024
A perfect room for short stay. Loved all the little extra touches.. and gold Yorkshire tea! The best
Harriet
Harriet, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 14, 2024
Excellent weekend stay
Great food, good vibe.
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 19, 2024
Enjoyed a lovely one night stay at this beautiful hotel. Lovely room which was very clean and exceptionally comfortable. All facilities were great.
Staff were very friendly and accomodating. Will definitely return.
jess
jess, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 8, 2024
Lovely place.
The central heating didnt work, but the staff and hotel were amazing throughout.