The Horseshoe & Castle
Main Road Cooling, Rochester · Hotel
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A traditional pub-inn on Main Road Cooling near Rochester, Kent, with en-suite rooms, a garden and free on-site parking.
What's nearby
- St James' Church, Cooling 300m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
- ✓Free street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the hotel before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
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About The Horseshoe & Castle
A garden and outdoor seating set The Horseshoe & Castle apart from the average roadside inn, giving guests somewhere to sit outside beyond the bar and restaurant. This traditional inn sits on Main Road Cooling, just outside Rochester in Kent, and offers straightforward, comfortable rooms for anyone exploring the area or passing through.
Rooms are en-suite, with family rooms available for those travelling with children, and drinks can be brought straight to the room. Breakfast is served each morning, the on-site restaurant and bar cover other meals, and packed lunches and kids' meals can be arranged for days out. Free WiFi runs throughout, and meeting rooms are available for those combining business with a stay. Free on-site parking and 24-hour reception add convenience for arrivals at any hour.
Outside, the surrounding countryside suits walkers and cyclists, with fishing and horse riding also within reach nearby. Pubs, restaurants and entertainment can be found close by too, making it easy to fill an evening after a day exploring Rochester and the surrounding Kent countryside.
Reception hours
- Monday
- 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
- Thursday
- 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 9:30 PM
Diners like this inn's delicious food, especially the seafood, steak, and generous pasta portions, with many highlighting the excellent breakfast. They also mention the warm, cozy atmosphere, complete with a real fire, and appreciate the reasonable prices. Guests consistently praise the friendly, accommodating staff and the clean, comfortable rooms.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Property type
- Hotel
- Location
- Main Road Cooling, Rochester
- Good for children
- Yes
- Good for groups
- Yes
- Booking required
- Yes
- Destination
- Rochester