Chequers Inn Hotel

Hotels
5.9 (454 reviews)
The Square , Forest Row , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Business center
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Central location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Limited food options

Categories

Cleanliness
4.15
Numerous complaints about cleanliness, including dirty toilets and dusty rooms.
Service
8.15
Staff were friendly and responsive to issues, providing helpful assistance.
Location
9.15
Centrally located with good access to nearby cafes and attractions.
Room Quality
5.65
Some rooms comfortable but also noted as run-down and in need of refurbishment.
Amenities
5.15
Limited amenities due to renovations; no food services available.
Value for Money
5.65
Mixed sentiments but generally felt it offered reasonable value given location.
Food and Beverage
3.15
No breakfast facility and food options limited due to renovations.
Overall Experience
6.15
Overall positive experiences with some dissatisfaction noted in specific areas.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-19 01:25

Property Description

Charming 15th-Century Inn in Forest Row

Historic Charm: Experience the beauty of original oak beams and an inviting inglenook fireplace in our 15th-century property.

Cozy Accommodations: Relax in one of our 21 bedrooms, each equipped with modern amenities like a 32-inch flat-screen TV and tea/coffee facilities. Enjoy the tranquility of rooms located in the quiet rear of the premises.

Delightful Dining: Indulge in homemade meals and exquisite wines by the real log fire in our cozy pub.

Experience a blend of history and comfort at Chequers Inn Hotel. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Please note that parking is limited and on a first come first served basis.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: LGW

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

Location

Guest Reviews

5.9
Based on 454 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.15
Service: 8.15
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 5.65
Amenities: 5.15
Value for Money: 5.65
Food and Beverage: 3.15
Overall Experience: 6.15
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George • couple • gb
8
V good stayed there before
Pros:

Nice and old

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Deborah • solo_traveller • gb
2
Awful dated dirty & unwelcoming
Cons:

Extremely dated.
Shabby untidy not at all wecoming

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Janna • extended_group • gb
5
2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Anna • couple • gb
8
It was perfect for our needs.
Pros:

It was the perfect location and very friendly. It was good value for money.

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Valerie Minchella • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

A very warm welcome. We loved the building which has recently been renovated. Picturesque. Beautiful location.

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Natalie • family_with_children • gb
9
Beautiful building, friendly staff and locals
Pros:

We stayed as a family of four this weekend and found the chequers Inn Hotel a lovely place to stay.
Chequers Inn is also a pub, the building dates back to the 1400’s and is very rustic looking, warm and inviting. Fabio the owner was very friendly, he has recently taken over the family business from his father and is working hard at improving both the pub and hotel, this is a work in progress and is looking promising. His sister Steph was also very friendly and informative about the local area.
The room was basic but very clean and perfect for somewhere to get your head down. There was a TV and hairdryer in the room and toiletries in the bathroom. They don’t serve food but there are plenty of restaurants or takeaway options locally and Fabio is happy for you to eat them in the pub.
The locals were all really friendly, in just 2 nights we felt like we’d known them years! We will definitely return.

Cons:

It was a lovely place, will return

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Susan • family_with_children • gb
5
It was fine for a short stay. Comfortable bed and good shower
Cons:

Kettle in room did not seem to work and there were no teabags or milks. That could have been better.

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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hilary • solo_traveller • gb
5
Pros:

Friendly owner historical building

Cons:

Dated rooms, no room service whilst we were there, beds not made towels not changed

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Penelope • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Tobias • couple • gb
8
Great location amazing atmosphere wonderful staff you couldn’t do enough for us
Pros:

The medication is excellent. The atmosphere on arrival was very friendly. The room was clean and functional hospitality was excellent and I’d recommend the checkers to anybody.

Cons:

The 14th century coaching and was very authentic charming as I said the staff were very friendly. The rooms are in a new block Bill on the back so he had the best of both worlds with the old World he and they’re more functional modern living area.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Russell • couple • gb
8
Great location great host comfortable room
Pros:

Very friendly host and locals and lovely bar!

Cons:

Looks like they’re in the middle of a renovation, but didn’t take away from our stay

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • family_with_children • nl
10
2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Lee • solo_traveller • gb
10
Very Good stay
Pros:

Clean and good location

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Osama • family_with_children • sa
5
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Simon • couple • gb
7
Friendly & welcoming staff, the regulars were very friendly too. Great central location.
Pros:

Room was clean & tidy & the four poster bed was very comfortable indeed,,

Cons:

Not much. Parking is a bit of a bun fight. Traffic can get a little noisy at times but is bearable.

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Lee • solo_traveller • gb
9
Fabulous
Pros:

Lovely stay Many thanks

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Julie • couple • gb
7
Slept well and good value. Needs updating but near enough to hever castle and gardens for an overnight stay
Pros:

Lovely old building and friendly staff and locals. Warm fire and cosy. Under renovations so it’s in transition

Cons:

Bit dated and bland in the bedroom. No pictures etc

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Jamie • solo_traveller • gb
1
To sum this up we walked in and left it’s shocking didn’t even take any photos as we weren’t there long enough I am no
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

From when we first pulled up outside the property it looked Poorly maintained from the start at this point my partner said please say we aren’t staying hear I convinced her to give it the benefit of the doubt and we proceeded in to the reception area which was extremely dark and dingy and smelt like an antique shop
It was like a cross between the London dungeons / a panic room /the adamams family’s house
Then we was walked to our room it was clear the hotels needs updating the carpets look like the original ones and needing a good clean hallways walls was grubby and in need of a fresh lick of paint
Then there’s the room well pretty much the same old dated bathroom everything looked like it was out of a museum
The bed room was just as bad old rickety furniture dated carpets a mirror had been removed from the room from one of the walls and the brackets was still screwed to the wall which then highlighted the last time it was painted as they went around it
We quickly left to attend a party and on the way to the destination decided the 2 hour 20 minnets drive home was more appealing than staying so I returned collected our belongings and dropped the keys back to reception in all a complete waste of money a ruined first night without kids for 16 years and a long unwanted drive home late at night

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Jane M Radford • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Open fire. Retro bathroom. Four poster bed

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Almas • couple • gb
6
A fine stay for a night, but some easy improvements to be made
Pros:

The pub is very charming, located in the heart of Forest Row with good amenities nearby. The room was a good size, and the staff were very polite.

Cons:

The room itself was very basic and dated - could really do with a freshen up. Cups/spoons in room were dirty. No one told us how to check out and there were no staff around in the morning so we weren't sure what to do.

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee