The Running Horses
US$138
/ night
Avg. for September
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US$138
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at The Running Horses average US$111 in the cheapest month (January) and US$139 in the most expensive month (December), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
|---|---|
| January | US$111 |
| February | US$112 |
| March | US$115 |
| April | US$112 |
| May | US$128 |
| June | US$131 |
| July | US$137 |
| August | US$130 |
| September | US$138 |
| October | US$129 |
| November | US$121 |
| December | US$139 |
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About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access and luggage storage. Event facilities at this inn consist of conference space and a meeting room.
Dining
At The Running Horses, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Breakfast is available for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 8 guestrooms.
Location
With a stay at The Running Horses in Dorking, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Chessington World of Adventures and Box Hill. This inn is 11.2 mi (18 km) from River Thames and 11.9 mi (19.1 km) from Hampton Court Palace.
What's nearby
Box Hill(0.6 Miles)
Surrey Hills(1.9 Miles)
Bocketts Farm Park(2 Miles)
Denbies Wine Estate(2 Miles)
Betchworth Park Golf Club(3 Miles)
KBR Headquarters(3.1 Miles)
Polesden Lacey(3.1 Miles)
Dorking Museum and Heritage Centre(3 Miles)
Effingham Golf Club(4.7 Miles)
Epsom Playhouse(6.1 Miles)
Epsom Downs Racecourse(6.3 Miles)
Walton Heath Golf Club(6.6 Miles)
Delta Force Paintball Cobham(6.8 Miles)
Chessington World of Adventures(6.9 Miles)
Drift Golf Club(6.9 Miles)
Gatwick Airport (LGW)(16.5 Miles)
Heathrow Airport (LHR)(26 Miles)
Farnborough (FAB)(30.8 Miles)
London City Airport (LCY)(53.8 Miles)
Luton Airport (LTN)(56.2 Miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Housekeeping
Banquet facilities
Luggage storage
Location
Old London Rd, Mickleham, England, United Kingdom
Box Hill (0.6 Miles)
Surrey Hills (1.9 Miles)
Bocketts Farm Park (2 Miles)
Denbies Wine Estate (2 Miles)
Betchworth Park Golf Club (3 Miles)
KBR Headquarters (3.1 Miles)
Guest reviews
9.1
Superb
Based on 291 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
13%
Couple
42%
Family
20%
Group
21%
Solo
2%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across recent reviews, The Running Horses comes through as a characterful country pub-with-rooms in a pretty, walk-friendly setting, with many guests praising friendly staff, tasty pub food and drinks, and comfortable, clean rooms with period charm.
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What guests think
Across recent reviews, The Running Horses comes through as a characterful country pub-with-rooms in a pretty, walk-friendly setting, with many guests praising friendly staff, tasty pub food and drinks, and comfortable, clean rooms with period charm.
However, breakfast and service timings come up as inconsistent, with several reports of late starts, slow or lukewarm items, limited vegetarian choices, and prices some found high. Rooms vary in size and outlook, and a few guests mention street or pub noise, a sagging bed, a faulty TV, or awkward shower-in-bath setups. Overall, it suits travellers seeking a cosy pub base; consider room placement and breakfast timing to match your preferences.
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Facilities
Historic country pub setting with a cosy bar and log fire; several guests praised the atmosphere. No mentions of gym, spa, or similar amenities.
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10
Allan
15 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent place to stay with a fabulous restaurant (the food is wonderful) and a relaxing country pub bar.
Excellent place to stay with a fabulous restaurant (the food is wonderful) and a relaxing country pub bar.
10
Tania
1 Jun 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Really lovely relaxing pub with pretty rooms and an excellent restaurant.
Really lovely relaxing pub with pretty rooms and an excellent restaurant.
8
Megan
2 Jan 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here - the service is great and the pub is a great little place for a drink plus plenty of lovely walks around including box hill if you fancy the steep climb! We also can’t recommend the food highly enough. We stayed New Year’s Eve and dined in the restaurant which was amazing. Our standard double room, whilst a little on the small side, was fine for a night, incredibly comfortable and the bathroom was lovely with the roll top bath. And a Nespresso machine in the room :)
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here - the service is great and the pub is a great little place for a drink plus plenty of lovely walks around including box hill if you fancy the steep climb! We also can’t recommend the food highly enough. We stayed New Year’s Eve and dined in the restaurant which was amazing. Our standard double room, whilst a little on the small side, was fine for a night, incredibly comfortable and the bathroom was lovely with the roll top bath. And a Nespresso machine in the room :)
10
Sandeep
28 Aug 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
This place is awesome! From the moment we arrived we just knew it was the start of a great weekend… gorgeous building and surrounding areas, superb food and drink selection (you have to try their Old Fashioned cocktail, even my wife who would swear at the mention of whiskey was blown away - I had several cough cough)… our accommodation was perfect, exactly what we thought it would be. Very clean and spacious - it was a treat! The service and staff are top-notch… clearly they all care about what they do and what it means for this place - honestly, everyone was on-point, friendly and caring… we will definitely be coming back one day!
This place is awesome! From the moment we arrived we just knew it was the start of a great weekend… gorgeous building and surrounding areas, superb food and drink selection (you have to try their Old Fashioned cocktail, even my wife who would swear at the mention of whiskey was blown away - I had several cough cough)… our accommodation was perfect, exactly what we thought it would be. Very clean and spacious - it was a treat! The service and staff are top-notch… clearly they all care about what they do and what it means for this place - honestly, everyone was on-point, friendly and caring… we will definitely be coming back one day!
10
LUBOV
22 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The building was historic and the property had a cool antique vibe, the rooms were clean and the staff were very friendly
The building was historic and the property had a cool antique vibe, the rooms were clean and the staff were very friendly
10
Allan
30 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The food at the Running Horses is excellent, as is the beer and wine. A proper country pub in a beautiful location with a wonderful logfire. The staff ard all very helpful and friendly.
The food at the Running Horses is excellent, as is the beer and wine. A proper country pub in a beautiful location with a wonderful logfire. The staff ard all very helpful and friendly.
10
Tania
2 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Really lovely relaxing pub with pretty rooms and an excellent restaurant. Friendly staff and great walks all round.
Really lovely relaxing pub with pretty rooms and an excellent restaurant. Friendly staff and great walks all round.
10
Ben
16 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location and lovely accommodation and pub.
Great location and lovely accommodation and pub.
10
Glynn
18 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The Running Horses was a perfect stay for our trip to the local Debbie’s Wine Estate. Exceptional place and service in a great location.
The Running Horses was a perfect stay for our trip to the local Debbie’s Wine Estate. Exceptional place and service in a great location.
10
fran
28 Jan 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great atmosphere in the pub
Great atmosphere in the pub
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Cleanliness
Most reviewers found rooms clean or spotlessly clean. A few noted issues such as dirty carpets or mildew in a shower.
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10
Diana
2 Dec 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Friendly, clean and really beautiful
Friendly, clean and really beautiful
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G S
11 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Carpets throughout thr property were dirty. The food was poor and vastly overpriced. £24.50 FOR BREAKFAST WAS A JOKE
Carpets throughout thr property were dirty. The food was poor and vastly overpriced. £24.50 FOR BREAKFAST WAS A JOKE
10
Jahanara
25 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely little hotel, superior room was bigger than we expected looking over the front of the hotel. Fairly clean, only minor point, as the hotel was full there were no spare pillows,I sometimes, I struggle with my breathing hence the extra pillow at night. Will stay again.
Lovely little hotel, superior room was bigger than we expected looking over the front of the hotel. Fairly clean, only minor point, as the hotel was full there were no spare pillows,I sometimes, I struggle with my breathing hence the extra pillow at night. Will stay again.
10
Adam
22 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Giovanni and his excellent team were both friendly and professional. We had a lovely big clean room and the food and wine was wonderful . We will be back for sure !
Giovanni and his excellent team were both friendly and professional. We had a lovely big clean room and the food and wine was wonderful . We will be back for sure !
10
Sandeep
28 Aug 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
This place is awesome! From the moment we arrived we just knew it was the start of a great weekend… gorgeous building and surrounding areas, superb food and drink selection (you have to try their Old Fashioned cocktail, even my wife who would swear at the mention of whiskey was blown away - I had several cough cough)… our accommodation was perfect, exactly what we thought it would be. Very clean and spacious - it was a treat! The service and staff are top-notch… clearly they all care about what they do and what it means for this place - honestly, everyone was on-point, friendly and caring… we will definitely be coming back one day!
This place is awesome! From the moment we arrived we just knew it was the start of a great weekend… gorgeous building and surrounding areas, superb food and drink selection (you have to try their Old Fashioned cocktail, even my wife who would swear at the mention of whiskey was blown away - I had several cough cough)… our accommodation was perfect, exactly what we thought it would be. Very clean and spacious - it was a treat! The service and staff are top-notch… clearly they all care about what they do and what it means for this place - honestly, everyone was on-point, friendly and caring… we will definitely be coming back one day!
10
LUBOV
22 Jul 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
The building was historic and the property had a cool antique vibe, the rooms were clean and the staff were very friendly
The building was historic and the property had a cool antique vibe, the rooms were clean and the staff were very friendly
10
Claire
4 Nov 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Spotlessly clean, comfy bed, superb staff - friendly, efficient, helpful. All in a gorgeous location. Would definitely return.
Spotlessly clean, comfy bed, superb staff - friendly, efficient, helpful. All in a gorgeous location. Would definitely return.
10
Sharon
5 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff were very kind and the room was very clean. Our stay just happened to coincide with a heat wave and it was very hot and a bit challenging with opening the windows since our room was located just above the rubbish area. We kept the windows closed a lot to avoid the smell and the flies. They were very helpful in providing a fan, lots of ice and water to help keep us cool. We recommend booking directly so if you need to request a room change, it would be easier to accommodate that request, but because we used a 3rd party we had to stay in the room we were given. The heat wave impacted a lot, but we would still recommend The Running Horses, just maybe in a colder season:)
The staff were very kind and the room was very clean. Our stay just happened to coincide with a heat wave and it was very hot and a bit challenging with opening the windows since our room was located just above the rubbish area. We kept the windows closed a lot to avoid the smell and the flies. They were very helpful in providing a fan, lots of ice and water to help keep us cool. We recommend booking directly so if you need to request a room change, it would be easier to accommodate that request, but because we used a 3rd party we had to stay in the room we were given. The heat wave impacted a lot, but we would still recommend The Running Horses, just maybe in a colder season:)
6
Alexander
12 Nov 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Pleasant staff upon my arrival. The Running Horses is a bit shabby but not very chic. The room was a good size with well thought out amenities. However, the tv didn't work and just pixelated which was slightly irritating after a long day. The shower head in the bathroom was black with mildew although there was also a rainfall shower head. My dinner was ok. The soup was delicious but only tepid. My main course, a blisteringly hot pie but the mash was only just warm and the cabbage was cold. Breakfast was a bit of a disaster as I had explained that I would be down at 8am sharp. Other than the chef, the place was in darkness and no staff. Eventually I had to go into the kitchen to ask the chef about breakfast! At last, a member of staff turned up and I was able to get my order taken. Breakfast was expensive and not worth the £14 charge excluding drinks. The options for breakfast were poor. Like so many small hotels, attention to detail and general observation were lacking. In summary: could do better!
Pleasant staff upon my arrival. The Running Horses is a bit shabby but not very chic. The room was a good size with well thought out amenities. However, the tv didn't work and just pixelated which was slightly irritating after a long day. The shower head in the bathroom was black with mildew although there was also a rainfall shower head. My dinner was ok. The soup was delicious but only tepid. My main course, a blisteringly hot pie but the mash was only just warm and the cabbage was cold. Breakfast was a bit of a disaster as I had explained that I would be down at 8am sharp. Other than the chef, the place was in darkness and no staff. Eventually I had to go into the kitchen to ask the chef about breakfast! At last, a member of staff turned up and I was able to get my order taken. Breakfast was expensive and not worth the £14 charge excluding drinks. The options for breakfast were poor. Like so many small hotels, attention to detail and general observation were lacking. In summary: could do better!
10
Katie
9 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Incredible stay! Comfy, clean rooms and the staff could not do enough for you. The food was incredible and we were given a free glass of fizz as we were celebrating our anniversary. Thank you so much!
Incredible stay! Comfy, clean rooms and the staff could not do enough for you. The food was incredible and we were given a free glass of fizz as we were celebrating our anniversary. Thank you so much!
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Rooms
Rooms have period charm and are generally comfortable, though sizes vary. Some guests reported street or pub noise, a sagging bed, a faulty TV, and awkward shower-in-bath layouts.
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Jodie
1 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel really is MINT. The food is nice and rooms are nicely done. The reason for the 3 star is the bed I slept in last night slumped in the middle I didn't sleep a wink all night. It was so uncomfortable. In addition the breakfast doesn't open till 8am. This morning it was 8.30am making us late for a 9am meeting. The breakfast could start 7.30am or on time and the bed issue definitely needs addressing. The owner of the place is lovely!
The hotel really is MINT. The food is nice and rooms are nicely done. The reason for the 3 star is the bed I slept in last night slumped in the middle I didn't sleep a wink all night. It was so uncomfortable. In addition the breakfast doesn't open till 8am. This morning it was 8.30am making us late for a 9am meeting. The breakfast could start 7.30am or on time and the bed issue definitely needs addressing. The owner of the place is lovely!
10
Jahanara
25 Aug 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Lovely little hotel, superior room was bigger than we expected looking over the front of the hotel. Fairly clean, only minor point, as the hotel was full there were no spare pillows,I sometimes, I struggle with my breathing hence the extra pillow at night. Will stay again.
Lovely little hotel, superior room was bigger than we expected looking over the front of the hotel. Fairly clean, only minor point, as the hotel was full there were no spare pillows,I sometimes, I struggle with my breathing hence the extra pillow at night. Will stay again.
8
Megan
2 Jan 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here - the service is great and the pub is a great little place for a drink plus plenty of lovely walks around including box hill if you fancy the steep climb! We also can’t recommend the food highly enough. We stayed New Year’s Eve and dined in the restaurant which was amazing. Our standard double room, whilst a little on the small side, was fine for a night, incredibly comfortable and the bathroom was lovely with the roll top bath. And a Nespresso machine in the room :)
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here - the service is great and the pub is a great little place for a drink plus plenty of lovely walks around including box hill if you fancy the steep climb! We also can’t recommend the food highly enough. We stayed New Year’s Eve and dined in the restaurant which was amazing. Our standard double room, whilst a little on the small side, was fine for a night, incredibly comfortable and the bathroom was lovely with the roll top bath. And a Nespresso machine in the room :)
10
Sandeep
28 Aug 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
This place is awesome! From the moment we arrived we just knew it was the start of a great weekend… gorgeous building and surrounding areas, superb food and drink selection (you have to try their Old Fashioned cocktail, even my wife who would swear at the mention of whiskey was blown away - I had several cough cough)… our accommodation was perfect, exactly what we thought it would be. Very clean and spacious - it was a treat! The service and staff are top-notch… clearly they all care about what they do and what it means for this place - honestly, everyone was on-point, friendly and caring… we will definitely be coming back one day!
This place is awesome! From the moment we arrived we just knew it was the start of a great weekend… gorgeous building and surrounding areas, superb food and drink selection (you have to try their Old Fashioned cocktail, even my wife who would swear at the mention of whiskey was blown away - I had several cough cough)… our accommodation was perfect, exactly what we thought it would be. Very clean and spacious - it was a treat! The service and staff are top-notch… clearly they all care about what they do and what it means for this place - honestly, everyone was on-point, friendly and caring… we will definitely be coming back one day!
10
Claire
18 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful place with lots of character. Rooms were smal but well appointed with a very comfortable bed. Breakfast served was pleasant but the service was ridiculously slow and the food average with coffee that was moderately warm, however, I would definitely stay there again.
Beautiful place with lots of character. Rooms were smal but well appointed with a very comfortable bed. Breakfast served was pleasant but the service was ridiculously slow and the food average with coffee that was moderately warm, however, I would definitely stay there again.
8
Vlad
21 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Little place to stay. Good location to reach Box hill and Dorking. Friendly staff, locals are dining. Standard room (Epsom) has view to the roofs/inner yard/other houses, so I suggest to get better room for the view to the church. Default selection for Breakfasts.
Little place to stay. Good location to reach Box hill and Dorking. Friendly staff, locals are dining. Standard room (Epsom) has view to the roofs/inner yard/other houses, so I suggest to get better room for the view to the church. Default selection for Breakfasts.
10
Sharon
5 Jul 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
The staff were very kind and the room was very clean. Our stay just happened to coincide with a heat wave and it was very hot and a bit challenging with opening the windows since our room was located just above the rubbish area. We kept the windows closed a lot to avoid the smell and the flies. They were very helpful in providing a fan, lots of ice and water to help keep us cool. We recommend booking directly so if you need to request a room change, it would be easier to accommodate that request, but because we used a 3rd party we had to stay in the room we were given. The heat wave impacted a lot, but we would still recommend The Running Horses, just maybe in a colder season:)
The staff were very kind and the room was very clean. Our stay just happened to coincide with a heat wave and it was very hot and a bit challenging with opening the windows since our room was located just above the rubbish area. We kept the windows closed a lot to avoid the smell and the flies. They were very helpful in providing a fan, lots of ice and water to help keep us cool. We recommend booking directly so if you need to request a room change, it would be easier to accommodate that request, but because we used a 3rd party we had to stay in the room we were given. The heat wave impacted a lot, but we would still recommend The Running Horses, just maybe in a colder season:)
8
Susan
28 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely, charming period property. Our room was facing the road and outdoor tables from the pub which was noisy until closing time. I unfortunately chose the room with the shower in the roll top tub. Very difficult to climb in and out of for people in their 70’s. No safety handles. Something to bear in mind. Otherwise all good!
Lovely, charming period property. Our room was facing the road and outdoor tables from the pub which was noisy until closing time. I unfortunately chose the room with the shower in the roll top tub. Very difficult to climb in and out of for people in their 70’s. No safety handles. Something to bear in mind. Otherwise all good!
6
Alexander
12 Nov 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Pleasant staff upon my arrival. The Running Horses is a bit shabby but not very chic. The room was a good size with well thought out amenities. However, the tv didn't work and just pixelated which was slightly irritating after a long day. The shower head in the bathroom was black with mildew although there was also a rainfall shower head. My dinner was ok. The soup was delicious but only tepid. My main course, a blisteringly hot pie but the mash was only just warm and the cabbage was cold. Breakfast was a bit of a disaster as I had explained that I would be down at 8am sharp. Other than the chef, the place was in darkness and no staff. Eventually I had to go into the kitchen to ask the chef about breakfast! At last, a member of staff turned up and I was able to get my order taken. Breakfast was expensive and not worth the £14 charge excluding drinks. The options for breakfast were poor. Like so many small hotels, attention to detail and general observation were lacking. In summary: could do better!
Pleasant staff upon my arrival. The Running Horses is a bit shabby but not very chic. The room was a good size with well thought out amenities. However, the tv didn't work and just pixelated which was slightly irritating after a long day. The shower head in the bathroom was black with mildew although there was also a rainfall shower head. My dinner was ok. The soup was delicious but only tepid. My main course, a blisteringly hot pie but the mash was only just warm and the cabbage was cold. Breakfast was a bit of a disaster as I had explained that I would be down at 8am sharp. Other than the chef, the place was in darkness and no staff. Eventually I had to go into the kitchen to ask the chef about breakfast! At last, a member of staff turned up and I was able to get my order taken. Breakfast was expensive and not worth the £14 charge excluding drinks. The options for breakfast were poor. Like so many small hotels, attention to detail and general observation were lacking. In summary: could do better!
6
Georgina
17 Mar 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Booked a room that said courtyard but all 3 sash-windows were directly on the street with a lot of noise coming through from the road. Bus stops directly outside of these so kept having to shut curtains and lighting in room was quite dark also. Floor creaky, lots of noise from pub below. Really wasn’t a comfortable stay at all and decided to just leave a day early and go stay somewhere else. Breakfast wasn’t amazing and overpriced for what you got. 1 sausage and 1 rasher of bacon seemed very stingy for a full English breakfast that you have to pay for as an extra. I won’t be staying again
Booked a room that said courtyard but all 3 sash-windows were directly on the street with a lot of noise coming through from the road. Bus stops directly outside of these so kept having to shut curtains and lighting in room was quite dark also. Floor creaky, lots of noise from pub below. Really wasn’t a comfortable stay at all and decided to just leave a day early and go stay somewhere else. Breakfast wasn’t amazing and overpriced for what you got. 1 sausage and 1 rasher of bacon seemed very stingy for a full English breakfast that you have to pay for as an extra. I won’t be staying again
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Service
Staff are frequently described as friendly, welcoming, and helpful. There are recurring complaints about late or slow breakfast service and, in one case, poor restaurant communication.
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Jodie
1 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel really is MINT. The food is nice and rooms are nicely done. The reason for the 3 star is the bed I slept in last night slumped in the middle I didn't sleep a wink all night. It was so uncomfortable. In addition the breakfast doesn't open till 8am. This morning it was 8.30am making us late for a 9am meeting. The breakfast could start 7.30am or on time and the bed issue definitely needs addressing. The owner of the place is lovely!
The hotel really is MINT. The food is nice and rooms are nicely done. The reason for the 3 star is the bed I slept in last night slumped in the middle I didn't sleep a wink all night. It was so uncomfortable. In addition the breakfast doesn't open till 8am. This morning it was 8.30am making us late for a 9am meeting. The breakfast could start 7.30am or on time and the bed issue definitely needs addressing. The owner of the place is lovely!
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Tal
3 Jun 2022
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Stayed 1 night
I was made to feel very welcome. Which was so nice when travelling on your own. The food was fantastic and I was so grateful for my special breakfast. 😀
I was made to feel very welcome. Which was so nice when travelling on your own. The food was fantastic and I was so grateful for my special breakfast. 😀
10
Adam
22 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Giovanni and his excellent team were both friendly and professional. We had a lovely big clean room and the food and wine was wonderful . We will be back for sure !
Giovanni and his excellent team were both friendly and professional. We had a lovely big clean room and the food and wine was wonderful . We will be back for sure !
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Pauline
13 Feb 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was beautiful, the staff had no idea. The restaurant staff argued with us and had no information about the food on the menu. We ate in the restaurant once (with our invited guests) and decided we would have breakfast lunch and dinner elsewhere.
The room was beautiful, the staff had no idea. The restaurant staff argued with us and had no information about the food on the menu. We ate in the restaurant once (with our invited guests) and decided we would have breakfast lunch and dinner elsewhere.
10
Allan
30 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The food at the Running Horses is excellent, as is the beer and wine. A proper country pub in a beautiful location with a wonderful logfire. The staff ard all very helpful and friendly.
The food at the Running Horses is excellent, as is the beer and wine. A proper country pub in a beautiful location with a wonderful logfire. The staff ard all very helpful and friendly.
10
Claire
4 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Spotlessly clean, comfy bed, superb staff - friendly, efficient, helpful. All in a gorgeous location. Would definitely return.
Spotlessly clean, comfy bed, superb staff - friendly, efficient, helpful. All in a gorgeous location. Would definitely return.
10
Christopher
9 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed here a number of times now whilst away for work. Very nice place great food staff always pleasant. Will stop again.
Stayed here a number of times now whilst away for work. Very nice place great food staff always pleasant. Will stop again.
10
NORA
22 Sept 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful property, excellent staff
Wonderful property, excellent staff
6
Alexander
12 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Pleasant staff upon my arrival. The Running Horses is a bit shabby but not very chic. The room was a good size with well thought out amenities. However, the tv didn't work and just pixelated which was slightly irritating after a long day. The shower head in the bathroom was black with mildew although there was also a rainfall shower head. My dinner was ok. The soup was delicious but only tepid. My main course, a blisteringly hot pie but the mash was only just warm and the cabbage was cold. Breakfast was a bit of a disaster as I had explained that I would be down at 8am sharp. Other than the chef, the place was in darkness and no staff. Eventually I had to go into the kitchen to ask the chef about breakfast! At last, a member of staff turned up and I was able to get my order taken. Breakfast was expensive and not worth the £14 charge excluding drinks. The options for breakfast were poor. Like so many small hotels, attention to detail and general observation were lacking. In summary: could do better!
Pleasant staff upon my arrival. The Running Horses is a bit shabby but not very chic. The room was a good size with well thought out amenities. However, the tv didn't work and just pixelated which was slightly irritating after a long day. The shower head in the bathroom was black with mildew although there was also a rainfall shower head. My dinner was ok. The soup was delicious but only tepid. My main course, a blisteringly hot pie but the mash was only just warm and the cabbage was cold. Breakfast was a bit of a disaster as I had explained that I would be down at 8am sharp. Other than the chef, the place was in darkness and no staff. Eventually I had to go into the kitchen to ask the chef about breakfast! At last, a member of staff turned up and I was able to get my order taken. Breakfast was expensive and not worth the £14 charge excluding drinks. The options for breakfast were poor. Like so many small hotels, attention to detail and general observation were lacking. In summary: could do better!
10
Katie
9 Jun 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Incredible stay! Comfy, clean rooms and the staff could not do enough for you. The food was incredible and we were given a free glass of fizz as we were celebrating our anniversary. Thank you so much!
Incredible stay! Comfy, clean rooms and the staff could not do enough for you. The food was incredible and we were given a free glass of fizz as we were celebrating our anniversary. Thank you so much!
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Location
Scenic village setting with easy access to Box Hill and countryside walks; several mention a quiet environment. Rooms facing the road or pub can be noisy until closing.
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Megan
2 Jan 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here - the service is great and the pub is a great little place for a drink plus plenty of lovely walks around including box hill if you fancy the steep climb! We also can’t recommend the food highly enough. We stayed New Year’s Eve and dined in the restaurant which was amazing. Our standard double room, whilst a little on the small side, was fine for a night, incredibly comfortable and the bathroom was lovely with the roll top bath. And a Nespresso machine in the room :)
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here - the service is great and the pub is a great little place for a drink plus plenty of lovely walks around including box hill if you fancy the steep climb! We also can’t recommend the food highly enough. We stayed New Year’s Eve and dined in the restaurant which was amazing. Our standard double room, whilst a little on the small side, was fine for a night, incredibly comfortable and the bathroom was lovely with the roll top bath. And a Nespresso machine in the room :)
10
Dorothy
1 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
What a stunning property and area! I loved my stay and will definitely be back. The friendly and helpful staff were all wonderful and the grounds are breathtaking! I loved staying here! Lorraine
What a stunning property and area! I loved my stay and will definitely be back. The friendly and helpful staff were all wonderful and the grounds are breathtaking! I loved staying here! Lorraine
10
Sandeep
28 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
This place is awesome! From the moment we arrived we just knew it was the start of a great weekend… gorgeous building and surrounding areas, superb food and drink selection (you have to try their Old Fashioned cocktail, even my wife who would swear at the mention of whiskey was blown away - I had several cough cough)… our accommodation was perfect, exactly what we thought it would be. Very clean and spacious - it was a treat! The service and staff are top-notch… clearly they all care about what they do and what it means for this place - honestly, everyone was on-point, friendly and caring… we will definitely be coming back one day!
This place is awesome! From the moment we arrived we just knew it was the start of a great weekend… gorgeous building and surrounding areas, superb food and drink selection (you have to try their Old Fashioned cocktail, even my wife who would swear at the mention of whiskey was blown away - I had several cough cough)… our accommodation was perfect, exactly what we thought it would be. Very clean and spacious - it was a treat! The service and staff are top-notch… clearly they all care about what they do and what it means for this place - honestly, everyone was on-point, friendly and caring… we will definitely be coming back one day!
10
Learning Gate
27 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly staff. Great food in the pub and lots of variety. The bed was comfortable and we had a great night's sleep. Quiet location.
Very friendly staff. Great food in the pub and lots of variety. The bed was comfortable and we had a great night's sleep. Quiet location.
8
Vlad
21 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Little place to stay. Good location to reach Box hill and Dorking. Friendly staff, locals are dining. Standard room (Epsom) has view to the roofs/inner yard/other houses, so I suggest to get better room for the view to the church. Default selection for Breakfasts.
Little place to stay. Good location to reach Box hill and Dorking. Friendly staff, locals are dining. Standard room (Epsom) has view to the roofs/inner yard/other houses, so I suggest to get better room for the view to the church. Default selection for Breakfasts.
10
Allan
30 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The food at the Running Horses is excellent, as is the beer and wine. A proper country pub in a beautiful location with a wonderful logfire. The staff ard all very helpful and friendly.
The food at the Running Horses is excellent, as is the beer and wine. A proper country pub in a beautiful location with a wonderful logfire. The staff ard all very helpful and friendly.
10
Claire
4 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Spotlessly clean, comfy bed, superb staff - friendly, efficient, helpful. All in a gorgeous location. Would definitely return.
Spotlessly clean, comfy bed, superb staff - friendly, efficient, helpful. All in a gorgeous location. Would definitely return.
10
Tania
2 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Really lovely relaxing pub with pretty rooms and an excellent restaurant. Friendly staff and great walks all round.
Really lovely relaxing pub with pretty rooms and an excellent restaurant. Friendly staff and great walks all round.
10
Ben
16 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location and lovely accommodation and pub.
Great location and lovely accommodation and pub.
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Glynn
18 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The Running Horses was a perfect stay for our trip to the local Debbie’s Wine Estate. Exceptional place and service in a great location.
The Running Horses was a perfect stay for our trip to the local Debbie’s Wine Estate. Exceptional place and service in a great location.
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Dining
Food and drink receive strong praise across many reviews. Breakfast is a recurring weak point, with reports of limited vegetarian options, slow or late service, lukewarm items, and prices some found high.
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G S
11 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Carpets throughout thr property were dirty. The food was poor and vastly overpriced. £24.50 FOR BREAKFAST WAS A JOKE
Carpets throughout thr property were dirty. The food was poor and vastly overpriced. £24.50 FOR BREAKFAST WAS A JOKE
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Sheila
31 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful orignal features and i liked the large bath. More offer for vegetarian meals would be appreciated. There was only one option for dinner and no vegetarian breakfast.
Beautiful orignal features and i liked the large bath. More offer for vegetarian meals would be appreciated. There was only one option for dinner and no vegetarian breakfast.
10
Allan
15 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent place to stay with a fabulous restaurant (the food is wonderful) and a relaxing country pub bar.
Excellent place to stay with a fabulous restaurant (the food is wonderful) and a relaxing country pub bar.
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Megan
2 Jan 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here - the service is great and the pub is a great little place for a drink plus plenty of lovely walks around including box hill if you fancy the steep climb! We also can’t recommend the food highly enough. We stayed New Year’s Eve and dined in the restaurant which was amazing. Our standard double room, whilst a little on the small side, was fine for a night, incredibly comfortable and the bathroom was lovely with the roll top bath. And a Nespresso machine in the room :)
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here - the service is great and the pub is a great little place for a drink plus plenty of lovely walks around including box hill if you fancy the steep climb! We also can’t recommend the food highly enough. We stayed New Year’s Eve and dined in the restaurant which was amazing. Our standard double room, whilst a little on the small side, was fine for a night, incredibly comfortable and the bathroom was lovely with the roll top bath. And a Nespresso machine in the room :)
10
Sandeep
28 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
This place is awesome! From the moment we arrived we just knew it was the start of a great weekend… gorgeous building and surrounding areas, superb food and drink selection (you have to try their Old Fashioned cocktail, even my wife who would swear at the mention of whiskey was blown away - I had several cough cough)… our accommodation was perfect, exactly what we thought it would be. Very clean and spacious - it was a treat! The service and staff are top-notch… clearly they all care about what they do and what it means for this place - honestly, everyone was on-point, friendly and caring… we will definitely be coming back one day!
This place is awesome! From the moment we arrived we just knew it was the start of a great weekend… gorgeous building and surrounding areas, superb food and drink selection (you have to try their Old Fashioned cocktail, even my wife who would swear at the mention of whiskey was blown away - I had several cough cough)… our accommodation was perfect, exactly what we thought it would be. Very clean and spacious - it was a treat! The service and staff are top-notch… clearly they all care about what they do and what it means for this place - honestly, everyone was on-point, friendly and caring… we will definitely be coming back one day!
8
jit
22 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great place for a country pub feel. Good solid restaurant attached that does themed nights
Great place for a country pub feel. Good solid restaurant attached that does themed nights
10
Claire
18 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful place with lots of character. Rooms were smal but well appointed with a very comfortable bed. Breakfast served was pleasant but the service was ridiculously slow and the food average with coffee that was moderately warm, however, I would definitely stay there again.
Beautiful place with lots of character. Rooms were smal but well appointed with a very comfortable bed. Breakfast served was pleasant but the service was ridiculously slow and the food average with coffee that was moderately warm, however, I would definitely stay there again.
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Allan
30 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The food at the Running Horses is excellent, as is the beer and wine. A proper country pub in a beautiful location with a wonderful logfire. The staff ard all very helpful and friendly.
The food at the Running Horses is excellent, as is the beer and wine. A proper country pub in a beautiful location with a wonderful logfire. The staff ard all very helpful and friendly.
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Alexander
12 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Pleasant staff upon my arrival. The Running Horses is a bit shabby but not very chic. The room was a good size with well thought out amenities. However, the tv didn't work and just pixelated which was slightly irritating after a long day. The shower head in the bathroom was black with mildew although there was also a rainfall shower head. My dinner was ok. The soup was delicious but only tepid. My main course, a blisteringly hot pie but the mash was only just warm and the cabbage was cold. Breakfast was a bit of a disaster as I had explained that I would be down at 8am sharp. Other than the chef, the place was in darkness and no staff. Eventually I had to go into the kitchen to ask the chef about breakfast! At last, a member of staff turned up and I was able to get my order taken. Breakfast was expensive and not worth the £14 charge excluding drinks. The options for breakfast were poor. Like so many small hotels, attention to detail and general observation were lacking. In summary: could do better!
Pleasant staff upon my arrival. The Running Horses is a bit shabby but not very chic. The room was a good size with well thought out amenities. However, the tv didn't work and just pixelated which was slightly irritating after a long day. The shower head in the bathroom was black with mildew although there was also a rainfall shower head. My dinner was ok. The soup was delicious but only tepid. My main course, a blisteringly hot pie but the mash was only just warm and the cabbage was cold. Breakfast was a bit of a disaster as I had explained that I would be down at 8am sharp. Other than the chef, the place was in darkness and no staff. Eventually I had to go into the kitchen to ask the chef about breakfast! At last, a member of staff turned up and I was able to get my order taken. Breakfast was expensive and not worth the £14 charge excluding drinks. The options for breakfast were poor. Like so many small hotels, attention to detail and general observation were lacking. In summary: could do better!
10
Katie
9 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Incredible stay! Comfy, clean rooms and the staff could not do enough for you. The food was incredible and we were given a free glass of fizz as we were celebrating our anniversary. Thank you so much!
Incredible stay! Comfy, clean rooms and the staff could not do enough for you. The food was incredible and we were given a free glass of fizz as we were celebrating our anniversary. Thank you so much!
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10
colin
26 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Great room/food/bar & service
Great room/food/bar & service
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Mark
21 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent food, excellent room, all round excellent
Excellent food, excellent room, all round excellent
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Amelie
11 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Had a very short cosy stay for a work event at The Running Horses. It was unfortunately a little too cosy for the heatwave as there was no a/c but just a little fan in the room. The bed was very comfy, loved the bathroom - was very clean and some lovely complimentary toiletries. Thank you!
Had a very short cosy stay for a work event at The Running Horses. It was unfortunately a little too cosy for the heatwave as there was no a/c but just a little fan in the room. The bed was very comfy, loved the bathroom - was very clean and some lovely complimentary toiletries. Thank you!
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Elizabeth
28 Jun 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Great place to stay. There is no air conditioning and in the hottest week of the year the bedroom was stifling and despite having a fan provided it was difficult to sleep. This was the only negative point about our stay. Everything else was excellent
Great place to stay. There is no air conditioning and in the hottest week of the year the bedroom was stifling and despite having a fan provided it was difficult to sleep. This was the only negative point about our stay. Everything else was excellent
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Hannah
27 Jun 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely place to stay for one night on a business trip.
Lovely place to stay for one night on a business trip.
FAQs about The Running Horses
Is parking available at the property?
Parking is available on-site. Details regarding the type of parking, whether it is covered or uncovered, and any associated costs have not been specified.
Is breakfast offered at the hotel?
Breakfast is available for a fee. Specific details regarding the type of breakfast and serving hours have not been provided.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 until 22:30, and check-out is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, including public areas and rooms. Specific details regarding bathrooms and pool access features have not been provided.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is situated in Dorking, within a 15-minute drive of Chessington World of Adventures and Juniper Hall Field Centre. It is approximately 11.9 miles from Hampton Court Palace and 18.7 miles from Thorpe Park. Nearby attractions include Juniper Hall Field Centre and Box Hill, both about 0.6 miles away.
What are the policies regarding children at the property?
Children are allowed at the property. Specific details regarding the minimum age for children to stay for free have not been provided.
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- 2026-09-06: 154.17496392211913USD
- 2026-09-07: 131.90028625335694USD
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- 2026-09-09: 178.7051616973877USD
- 2026-09-10: 177.96780312805177USD
- 2026-09-11: 144.63196717071534USD
- 2026-09-12: 168.01004218139647USD
- 2026-09-13: 153.84913536376953USD
- 2026-09-14: 137.38003110961913USD
- 2026-09-15: 152.75599880371092USD
- 2026-09-16: 136.46003416748047USD
- 2026-09-17: 154.95830993347167USD
- 2026-09-18: 151.20004604492186USD
- 2026-09-19: NO DATA
- 2026-09-20: 134.32003203430176USD
- 2026-09-21: 125.13003098907471USD
- 2026-09-22: 143.19003491363526USD
- 2026-09-23: 147.96004910888672USD
- 2026-09-24: 145.8700394897461USD
- 2026-09-25: 137.38003110961913USD
- 2026-09-26: 196.84003920288086USD
- 2026-09-27: 131.7114719177246USD
- 2026-09-28: 124.93003435058594USD
- 2026-09-29: 128.52003204956054USD
- 2026-09-30: 120.72214796295165USD
- 2026-10-01: 125.13003098907471USD
- 2026-10-02: 135.6500349334717USD
- 2026-10-03: 163.08004662475585USD
- 2026-10-04: 134.32003203430176USD
- 2026-10-05: 125.9200314453125USD
- 2026-10-06: 148.44003749694824USD
- 2026-10-07: 128.52003204956054USD
- 2026-10-08: 125.13003098907471USD
- 2026-10-09: 144.79003460388182USD
- 2026-10-10: 134.06166058502197USD
- 2026-10-11: 140.40004149017335USD
- 2026-10-12: 132.71002852478028USD
- 2026-10-13: 122.91003374481201USD
- 2026-10-14: 149.04005399475096USD
- 2026-10-15: 128.52003204956054USD
- 2026-10-16: 140.40004149017335USD
- 2026-10-17: 136.46003416748047USD
- 2026-10-18: 140.40004149017335USD
- 2026-10-19: 128.52003204956054USD
- 2026-10-20: 128.52003204956054USD
- 2026-10-21: 126.04003297271728USD
- 2026-10-22: 128.52003204956054USD
- 2026-10-23: 134.02700607910157USD
- 2026-10-24: 140.40004149017335USD
- 2026-10-25: 140.40004149017335USD
- 2026-10-26: 128.52003204956054USD
- 2026-10-27: 128.52003204956054USD
- 2026-10-28: 128.52003204956054USD
- 2026-10-29: 128.52003204956054USD
- 2026-10-30: 140.40004149017335USD
- 2026-10-31: 137.4806186706543USD
- 2026-11-01: 113.49002460327148USD
- 2026-11-02: 115.56003544464112USD
- 2026-11-03: 115.56003544464112USD
- 2026-11-04: 115.56003544464112USD
- 2026-11-05: 115.56003544464112USD
The host will greet guests on arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards and cash
- This property is professionally cleaned
- This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
- The property is professionally cleaned.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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