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The Flying Horse

Ashford , The Flying Horse Boughton Lees (Show on Map)

7.6

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Summary of reviewsThe Flying Horse is a charming historic pub located on the Pilgrims Way with beautiful views of the Kent countryside. Guests can enjoy a relaxing stay and a lovely garden atmosphere. The hotel offers excellent food with a varied menu full of flavor and generous portions, perfect for those looking for real English cooking. The breakfast is particularly noteworthy with guests calling it fantastic and even the best they've had in a long time. The rooms are generally clean and comfortable with some being spacious and having lovely surprise amenities like big bathrooms and free-standing baths. The staff is great, friendly and efficient with some going out of their way to make guests feel relaxed and accommodated. Dog owners will appreciate the welcoming staff and dog-friendly facilities at the Flying Horse. Although some guests found the room decor to be basic or the cleanliness to be lacking in certain areas, overall, guests enjoy their stays at The Flying Horse thanks to the excellent service provided by its friendly and accommodating staff.
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Room Types

Standard Double Room The double room features private bathroom equipped with a bath and a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

Standard Double Room The double room provides an electric kettle, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath. The unit offers 1 bed.

Standard Double Room The double room features a private bathroom equipped with a bath and a shower. This double room provides an electric kettle and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.

Standard Double Room The double room includes a private bathroom equipped with a bath and a shower. This double room offers an electric kettle and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Guest Reviews

7.6

Good

Location

The Flying Horse is a beautiful historic pub located on the Pilgrims way, in an idyllic setting overlooking the village green with stunning views of the Kent countryside. The location is perfect for a relaxing stay away from the hustle and bustle with a lovely garden and atmosphere. Guests can enjoy sitting outside with a drink, watching the cricket on the green opposite or cycling the Canti Way. The staff are friendly and hospitable, while the locals also use the pub. Although some guests found the bed uncomfortable and the walls paper thin, they still appreciated the fantastic location and value. The Flying Horse is also conveniently located near the M20, Ashford and the Channel Tunnel, making it a great base for exploring the surrounding area. Overall, guests found the location of The Flying Horse to be excellent, beautiful and quintessentially English.

Breakfast

If you're looking for a hotel with a delicious breakfast, The Flying Horse is definitely worth considering! Guests have raved about the breakfast, calling it fantastic, great, excellent and even the best they've had in a long time. The home cooked food is particularly noteworthy and the cooked breakfast is nicely freshly cooked with generous portions. While the selection might not be huge, most guests found plenty to eat and enjoyed the top notch quality. Special dietary needs were accommodated, including a vegan breakfast and a tasty veggie option. The only real downside was the lack of variety with juices and cereals, but the hot food made up for it. The staff are lovely and helpful, contributing to a welcoming and friendly atmosphere. Overall, it's a great location to enjoy a top-quality breakfast to start your day.

Dinner

The Flying Horse hotel offers excellent food according to guest reviews. The menu is varied and full of flavour with generous portions, perfect for those looking for real English cooking. The dinner and breakfast were extremely good and guests enjoyed both meals. The pub grub is decent and slightly pricey. The fish and chips and roast dinner were excellent choices. The food is delicious and nicely presented with huge portions. The staff is friendly and the atmosphere of the old-style pub is charming. During nice weather, guests can enjoy their food in the large, quiet garden. Overall, the hotel is an excellent choice for those looking for a typical English dinner experience.

Rooms

The Flying Horse offers a unique stay with lots of character in their cosy rooms. The rooms are generally clean and comfortable with some being spacious and having lovely surprise amenities like big bathrooms and free-standing baths. However, some rooms may be basic and dated with some needing updating and attention. Although some rooms were small, the bathrooms were big and well-equipped. Some rooms may also have issues with heating or hot water and noise from neighboring rooms may be a problem. Overall, the location is perfect for those needing to be close to Dover and the charming surroundings add to the appeal of the hotel.

Beds

If you're looking for a comfortable stay, The Flying Horse might just be the perfect spot for you! Many guests have praised the hotel's cozy and clean rooms, beds and bedding. Sure, some people have experienced tired and sagging mattresses or creaky old springs, but these are in the minority. Most guests agree that the beds are comfy and provide a good night's rest. However, some people might find the beds a bit too soft, which could be a problem for those with a bad back. That being said, the majority of guests have reported comfortable and clean rooms that help to ensure a restful stay.

Cleanliness

Guests who have stayed at The Flying Horse have shared their experience regarding the cleanliness of the hotel. Some have described it as very clean and that the rooms were clean and comfortable with great service provided. However, there were also some negative feedback with guests noting that the accommodation was a little tired and in need of attention with examples such as dirty carpets and doors, limescale marks in bathrooms and cobwebs in certain areas. Despite this, some guests still found the room decor to be basic but clean. It's worth noting that some guests had issues with the hygiene of certain areas such as the toilets and kitchen. Overall, there is a mix of positive and negative feedback when it comes to cleanliness at The Flying Horse.

Staff

Guests have praised The Flying Horse for its wonderfully pleasant and helpful staff. They describe the staff as great, friendly, charming and efficient with some going out of their way to make guests feel relaxed and accommodated. The bar staff are noted as particularly nice. The owners are also mentioned as very warm and welcoming. Guests appreciate the exceptional welcome they receive upon arrival and the staff's attentiveness throughout their stay. The staff are described as going above and beyond with Lisa and Darren noted for their extra effort. The location, ambiance and food are also praised with the breakfast receiving particular mention for its quality and variety. Overall, guests enjoy their stays at The Flying Horse thanks to the excellent service of its friendly and accommodating staff.

Dog Friendly

Looking for a dog friendly place to stay, look no further than The Flying Horse. This pub is perfect for accommodating dogs of all sizes. You'll notice numerous dogs from time to time, but don't worry, the pub has great dog friendly facilities and amenities which include large dog beds and a welcoming staff. The decor is beautiful and the staff is always quick to welcome you and your furry friend. Enjoy great food and the company of other pet owners at this very social pub and don't miss out on the delicious breakfast prepared by the talented chef who is great with dogs too. This is truly a hunde freundlichen experience with a warm welcome for you and your four-legged companion. Overall, The Flying Horse is a great choice for dog owners seeking a comfortable and accommodating place to stay.

No, The Flying Horse doesn't have any pool.

No, a spa isn't available at The Flying Horse.

Yes, The Flying Horse welcomes dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at The Flying Horse.

No, The Flying Horse doesn't have a gym.

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