The White Horse - A Heartwood Inn - Dorking

$$$$||View on mapDorking, United KingdomHigh Street, Dorking, United Kingdom, RH4 1BE|
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The White Horse - A Heartwood Inn - Dorking
High Street, Dorking, United Kingdom, RH4 1BE·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.9Great
Cleanliness9.4
Comfort9.4
Location9.2
Staff9.2
Facilities9.0
Who stays here
Couples54%
Families16%
Solo16%
Groups11%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.9Great
Cleanliness9.4
Comfort9.4
Location9.2
Staff9.2
Facilities9.0
Who stays here
Couples54%
Families16%
Solo16%
Groups11%

Grade II-listed 13th-century coaching inn in Dorking with dog-friendly amenities

Rooms

The White Horse - A Heartwood Inn offers 56 characterful en-suite bedrooms. Each room includes Bramley toiletries and baked treats on arrival. Several rooms accommodate dogs, with dog beds and doggy treats provided.

Dining

The on-site restaurant, The Dozen, offers an extensive menu built around seasonal, locally-sourced ingredients. The cheese soufflé is a signature dish, and Sunday lunch features bottomless roast potatoes and Yorkshire puddings. Children's healthy menu options are also available.

Dog-Friendly Amenities

The White Horse Dorking goes beyond standard pet policies with a dog shower and a stick library for walks. Complimentary dog beds and doggy treats are offered in guest rooms. Dogs receive their own meal when dining in the restaurant.

Family-Friendly Offerings

The hotel provides children's activity packs and healthy menu options for younger guests. Family rooms and interconnecting rooms are available to accommodate groups. Box Hill and Chessington World of Adventures are within easy reach by car.

Location & Surroundings

The White Horse hotel sits in central Dorking, a short walk from Dorking Museum and Denbies Wine Estate. A direct train link connects to London, and Gatwick Airport is 12 miles away. The Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, including Box Hill, is immediately accessible.

  • Location: Central Dorking, 12 miles from Gatwick, direct train to London
  • Rooms: 56 en-suite bedrooms with Bramley toiletries
  • Dining: The Dozen restaurant with seasonal, locally-sourced menus
  • Dog-Friendly: Dog shower, stick library, dog beds and treats
  • Family-Friendly: Children's activity packs and interconnecting rooms
  • Historical: Grade II-listed, 13th-century coaching inn
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
from 04:00-11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP 16.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, Italian, Dutch, Romanian, Greek
Building
Number of rooms:56
Former name
mercure dorking white horse hotel
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Rooms and availability

Family Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
Room Mobility accessible
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
Guest Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed1 King Size Bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Sports activities

Cycling

Golf course

Sports & Fitness

  • Cycling
  • Golf course

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Children

  • Cribs
  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Essential information about The White Horse - A Heartwood Inn

💵 Lowest room price 122 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 14.2 mi
🧳 Nearest airport London Gatwick, LGW

Location

High Street, Dorking, United Kingdom, RH4 1BE
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High Street, Dorking, United Kingdom, RH4 1BE
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High Street, Dorking, United Kingdom, RH4 1BE
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