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The Horse & Groom Inn

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A rustic dining area with a stone wall, wooden ceiling beams, a fireplace, and a round mirror. - The Horse & Groom Inn (Malmesbury)
A traditional stone building with a blue door, a stone wall, and a wooden fence. - The Horse & Groom Inn (Malmesbury)
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The Horse & Groom Inn provides amenities like a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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Room options

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A bedroom with a large bed, wooden beams, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view into the bathroom.

Snug Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a fireplace, a nightstand, and a mirror on the wall.

Signature Plus Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Malmesbury, The Horse & Groom Inn is in a rural area. M4 Karting and Wiltshire Golf and Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Cepen Park and Hathaway Retail Park. Highgrove Shop Tetbury and Hookshouse Pottery are also worth visiting. Visit our Malmesbury travel guide
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The Street, Charlton, Malmesbury, England, SN16 9DL

What's nearby

  • A sandy beach with a wooden pier, a gazebo, and a stone wall.
    Cotswold Country Park and Beach
    15 min drive - 9.5 miles
  • Malmesbury Abbey
    7 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Abbey House Gardens
    7 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • The Market Cross
    7 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Athelstan Museum
    7 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Kemble Station
    16 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS)
    68 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Summer Cafe
    4 min drive
  • The Snooty Fox Hotel
    9 min drive
  • malmesbury rendevous
    4 min drive
  • Malmesbury Garden Centre Cafe
    3 min drive
  • Spice Merchant
    3 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is The Horse & Groom Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Horse & Groom Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Horse & Groom Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Horse & Groom Inn located?

Situated in a rural location, this inn is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from The Market Cross and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Malmesbury Abbey. Chavenage House and Highgrove Shop Tetbury are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Horse & Groom Inn Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 123 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 123 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 123 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 123 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 123 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay while visiting the Cotswolds. Room was spacious and clean and food in the hotel was excellent. I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic country pub with comfortable rooms in a great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly cosy pub with comfortable rooms and good food
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent accommodation

Everything was excellent , staff especially very welcoming helpful and friendly . We would definitely stay here again .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic country pub

Fantastic country pub, room was modern, bed very comfy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely country pub with well decorated room and very friendly team of staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the unique experience of staying in a property over 400 years old! Staff was lovely and friendly, room was beautiful! Food in the restaurant was amazing! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A warm welcome and lovely room, staff were excellent,the location was great. Only very slight downside was the awkward shower (but it is an old building!). Would be very happy to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely big room but lack of air con meant it was stiflingly warm overnight. Good pub fayre and pleasant setting.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

On the edge of the Cotswolds.

Very enjoyable one night stop over. Very professional service and delightful country inn restaurant. The building is historic and full of character. Kes looked after us very well.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good stay

It was extremely nice in a very quiet environment which suited me well. Very well appointed and well thought out. Excellent food and wine, and friendly staff. Would be nice to be able to have a cooked breakfast during the week. Overall excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was quite small, had to crouch down to get through the door. But once in was cosy, stayed when it was really cold and was nice and warm in the room. Bathroom was a bit dated and could do with a refresh, as well as the bedroom. Food was tasty in the restaurant below. Only stayed the night in between working around uk, would stay the night again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect Cotswolds overnight!

We decided very last minute to stay in the Cotswalds overnight. I wanted to experience a staying a traditional inn. The Horse and Groom was perfect! We couldn't have asked for anything better. The guestroom was beautiful, clean and comfortable. We booked just an hour before we arrived, but they were gracious to accommodate us. The Inn is picturesque, the breakfast was amazing even though we were there on Monday when they do t offer their full breakfast menu. The service was the best we have ever received. If we are ever back in the Cotswolds, we will definitely make a point to stay at The Horse and Groom again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Easy parking, great food, lovely and helpful staff, the room was clean but there were a few issues. We were given a key with a code to get back into the building after dark, and the code was also on a help sheet when we first checked in but this was code was incorrect. So we had to work out which code would get us in the door. Additionally, there was a leak in the bathroom. The windows also had condensation on them and there was little mould in the corners which isn’t ideal.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Absolutely excellent!

We booked for a weekday night and enjoyed a very quiet and peaceful stay. The staff were incredibly kind and made everything clear from the moment we arrived. Upon entering our room, we were instantly impressed by the clean, spacious, and beautifully presented accommodation. It featured a large bathroom, a big TV, a kettle, a fridge, and a very comfortable bed. We even had a stunning view from our large open window overlooking the front car park (a lovely car park!). Breakfast was included the next morning and it was absolutely delicious. The team was very accommodating of my wife's dietary requirements, reassuring us about the gluten-free options and putting us completely at ease. The staff were warm, friendly, and welcoming, greeting us with calmness and big smiles. A big thank you to the pub manager for all her help. We highly recommend this spot for a relaxing night away or a few days’ holiday. We’ll absolutely be booking another visit soon!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Top class everything done as it should be perfectly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful Hotel

Lovely place to stay. Rooms and service excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful pub, friendly staff and excellent food. Loved the little lemon shortbread in our bedroom - lovely touch.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The property had helpful staff, and our room was large and clean,we expected breakfast but were told the earliest we could have breakfast was 9.00am not anything earlier. We wanted to be away by 8.30 .so this wa# not ideal. The whole place needed a good clean especially on the bar.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Superb

Fabulous rooms very thoughtfully laid out. Excellent facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent, and Kes went above and beyond even though they were short staffed. The only downside was Expedia taking the deposit from us and not paying The horse and Groom, which is provung difficult to resolve through no fault of our or Kez and her team.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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6/10 Okay

Looks super from the outside, but not as clean as it could be outside, needs to be swept everyday to get rid of the cigarette butts, no proper shower in our bathroom, no space to put anything in the bedroom, our room had not been cleaned, had to ask for clean towels.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The hotel had no emergency number or way to contact staff outside of business hours. We were locked out of our room for hours and had no assistance. Additionally, none of the VIP benefits were received, food from the pub below can’t be eaten or delivered to the room, and the check-in is simply the bar. Staff were generally unhelpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Horse & Groom is a real gem, I cannot fault it in anyway. A great example of a country inn with excellent service and accomodation.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022