The Greyhound Hotel has over 300 years of history as an inn and local sporting centre and has provided accommodation over the years for many travellers. The Greyhound dates back to the 1700 and is a listed building. The building carries a local heritage plaque. It was a sporting centre and racehorses were inspected here prior to competing on Banstead Downs. The old inn was rebuilt in 1840 and a separate existing building ‘The Two Rooms’ incorporated. The entrance to the Swan Bar has a mosaic of a greyhound set in the floor, which was uncovered during renovations in 1969.
Carshalton was known for its springs and these gave the place its name Car - Aul - ton. 'Aul' means well. A 'ton' is a farm which was in some way enclosed. The meaning of the 'Car' element is uncertain.
When the Domesday Book was compiled in 1086 the manor of Carshalton belonged to Geoffrey de Mandeville.
Carshalton consists of a number of neighbourhoods. The main focal point, Carshalton Village is visually scenic and picturesque. There are two adjoining ponds, which are overlooked by The Greyhound Hotel. The Grade ll listed Honeywood Museum sits on the west side of the ponds. There are a number of listed bui
Set in Sutton, Greyhound Hotel has a garden, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is around 6.1 km from Morden, 7.5 km from Colliers Wood and 10 km from The All England Lawn Tennis Club Centre Court. The property is non-smoking and is situated 5.1 km from Nonsuch Park.
All guest rooms at the hotel come with a seating area, a TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and a shower. All rooms at Greyhound Hotel feature air conditioning and a desk.
The daily breakfast offers buffet, à la carte or continental options.
Crystal Palace Park is 13 km from the accommodation, while O2 Academy Brixton is 14 km from the property. The nearest airport is London Heathrow Airport, 27 km from Greyhound Hotel.