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The Punchbowl inn

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A cozy room with a wooden table, chairs, a Christmas tree, and a fireplace with garlands. - The Punchbowl inn (Dorking)
A traditional building with a tiled roof, multiple windows, and a patio area with wooden tables and benches. - The Punchbowl inn (Dorking)
A house with a blue-lit roof and a wooden fence in front. - The Punchbowl inn (Dorking)
A bar area with wooden bar stools, a clock, and various bottles and glasses. - The Punchbowl inn (Dorking)
A fireplace with a framed picture above it, a mounted television, and a sign for Guinness Rugby. - The Punchbowl inn (Dorking)
A coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and 2 bars are just a few of the amenities provided at The Punchbowl inn. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

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Room options

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A two-story brick building with multiple windows and a gated entrance.

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Dorking is home to The Punchbowl inn. Leith Hill Tower and Horsham St. Marks Church are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit County Mall Shopping Centre and High Street. Virtual Flight Centre and Cranleigh Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Dorking travel guide
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Okewood Hill, Dorking, England, RH5 5PU

What's nearby

  • A historic stone tower with a turret, surrounded by a garden with red and yellow tulips.
    River Arun
    10 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Rolling hills, a church, and a tree in a rural landscape.
    Surrey Hills
    11 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Hannah Peschar Sculpture Garden
    8 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Hurtwood Park Polo Club
    8 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Virtual Flight Centre
    14 min drive - 6.8 miles

Getting around

  • Ockley Station
    7 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW)
    31 min drive

Restaurants

  • New Friend Chinese Takeaway
    14 min drive
  • Tanhouse Farm Shop
    14 min drive
  • Domino's Pizza
    12 min drive
  • Sussex Barn
    13 min drive
  • Firebird Brewing Company
    9 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Weekend cooked-to-order breakfast available 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Tuesday - Sunday (noon - 9:00 PM)

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is The Punchbowl inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Punchbowl inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Punchbowl inn?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Punchbowl inn located?

Situated in Dorking, this inn is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Hannah Peschar Sculpture Garden and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Surrey Hills. River Arun and Leith Hill are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

The Punchbowl inn Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, very helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Off the beaten path
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lady that works there, and seems to do carry out every role that there is on the premises, did a great job. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026