The Horton Inn

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of New Forest National Park

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Bar (on property)
Deluxe Twin Room | Free WiFi
Restaurant
Reception
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Cranborne Road, Wimborne, England, BH21 5AD
  • Place, Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, New Forest National Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Poole Harbour
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Wimborne

The Horton Inn places you 10.3 mi (16.6 km) from New Forest National Park. This 3-star hotel has 7 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • New Forest National Park - 19 min drive - 12.3 miles
  • Poole Harbour - 24 min drive - 15.4 miles
  • Bournemouth Beach - 28 min drive - 16.5 miles
  • Bournemouth International Centre - 28 min drive - 16.5 miles

Getting around

  • Wareham Station - 24 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Forzza Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Altrullo - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tap & Railway - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Taphouse - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Horton Inn

Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of New Forest National Park
The Horton Inn features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Electric kettles and free tea bags/instant coffee are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (3:00 PM - 10:00 PM) and Sunday - Sunday (3:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Front desk

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

The Horton Inn Hotel
The Horton Inn Wimborne
The Horton Inn Hotel Wimborne

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Horton Inn?

The Horton Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see within easy reach of The Horton Inn?

This hotel is located in Wimborne, close to Kingston Lacy House, Wimborne Minster, and Tivoli Theatre. You'll also find Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs and Horton Estate Vineyard within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Horton Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does The Horton Inn include a casino on the premises?

No, The Horton Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Horton Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Horton Inn?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include bathrobes.

Are there hot tubs at The Horton Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Horton Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Horton Inn serves free English breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will The Horton Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Horton Inn for a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at The Horton Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from The Horton Inn?

The closest major airport to The Horton Inn is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is 15 mi away (29 minutes by car). Another top airport is Southampton (SOU), which is around 27.3 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Horton Inn?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Horton Inn.

The Horton Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 57 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice old Inn completely in step with its history. Comfortable room and clean bathroom. Great staff and service.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kate

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
All staff were very friendly and helpful and dogs were welcome everywhere Evening meal was lovely and breakfast was lovely too with lots of choice. Ear plugs were provided on the bedside tables, in retrospect we should have worn them as talking from people sat in the outside area was just beneath our window and was very loud (had the window open), this was followed by a car doing wheel spins on the road outside as its driver left. The road was very noisy, probably a lot more noticeable due to hot weather and having the window open. The room was clean and the walls well decorated, but the ceiling, interior of the “wardrobe” and shower room definitely required improvement along with the carpet in the corridor which 2 of us tripped on due to large ruckles. The staff definitely compensated for the decor and meant we still enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Road a bit noisy but earplugs supplied! Lovely staff Dart board Lovely breakfast and dinner
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

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

Short Stay

Very welcoming, lovely staff, great traditional Inn very good service and food.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Swarup

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location with helpful friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very nice helpful staff and the food is great! would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Munira

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay if you're attending a wedding at St Giles Place, lovely breakfast and bar. The staff were incredibly helpful. The room was a great size, with all the facilities you could ask for, a very comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackson

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Amenities
Was a very friendly and peaceful stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Short stay in the Dorset countryside.

Our stay was everything that was promised in the literature. Clean room and bathroom, well stocked tea tray, lovely hot water shower and bath. We did experience an issue with the toilet cistern not refilling but staff were on hand immediately it was reported and rectified the problem. Well done! Cooked to order breakfast with good quality tasty ingredients. Would stay here again and recommend to others. A quick touch up of paintwork on the bathroom skirting under the radiator would make it look make it look a whole lot better being the only negative comment.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Gwendolyne

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Was ok for the purpose

Customer service was good. Dirty room wasn't very clean, cups had tea stains from people drinking from them and kettle was so dirty didn't want to have tea. TV comes on automatically ofcourse to fix it you have to unplug it. It was quite dirty. No room service was told, ordered takeaway. Bed was clean and sheets clean towels clean. Because it's near the road it very loud but they gave ear plugs which was good. Bathroom wasn't clean. It was ok for the purpose. Food on menu was expensive though.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really lovely friendly hotel, room had everything I needed. Thanks so much 😊
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tristan

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

D

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

rab

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tobias

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

Great hotel for the price!

Cheap and cheerful, friendly staff, good breakfast, clean and tidy, top end of what I’d expect at this price point. 100% would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Claire

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely country Inn with very friendly helpful staff and comfortable spacious rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025