The Lincoln Arms retains many of the features of a classic Victorian station hotel. The location on the edge of town (handy for both Dorking and Dorking Deepdene stations) means that the atmosphere is usually quite relaxed. There are two large bars. The front bar is split into a lounge area on the right and an area on the left which has a pool table. The back, wooden-floored, bar is usually quieter, it is also where darts can be played. A meeting room is available for free and the rear bar can be hired for functions. Accommodation consists of 20 rooms. Families are welcome in the lounge bar until 9pm. Formerly the Star & Garter and more recently the unfortunately named Happy Days Hotel featuring Deano's Diner. There are usually one or two beers with Sharp's Doom Bar and local breweries such as Dorking, Tillingbourne and Surrey Hills often featuring. Poker is played on Wednesdays. There is a small paved garden at the back with a covered smoking area. In the summer people may be seen at the tables outside on the pavement.