Pittington, Durham, DH6 1AB, United Kingdom
#9 of 16 hotels in Durham
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1581 hotel reviews
7.8Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.4
Location
8.6
Facilities
7.9
Staff
8.7
Value for money
8.2
Free WiFi
7.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 27 April 2024
Rachel
United KingdomLovely location and staff couldn't have been more helpful
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 25 April 2024
Paul
United KingdomThe price for drinks was a little high, but it's a hotel, so expected.
Stayed here on numerous occasions, it's a lovely venue for a weekend away, close to Durham. Great for couples or larger crowds. The breakfasts are superb too.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 25 April 2024
Pauline
United KingdomMe and my sister both had deluxe rooms - my shower was tiny and radiator boiling hot next to toilet - burnt myself twice - did ask for it to be turned off but didn’t happen - we were there only one night.
Staff fabulous lovely location . My sister has very reduced mobility on her arm / a young man - member of staff obviously not yet on duty he had his coat on stopped and asked to help carry her bag down stairs - such kindness 🥰 - - all staff lovely
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Mike
United KingdomThe room was noisy, and the shower cubicle leaked all over the bathroom floor.
The hotel is attractive and the food was good and value for money.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 16 April 2024
David
United KingdomVery little to criticise
Great place for a stopover off the A1.A grand old house, lots of space and places to relax. The staff were exceptional, love to see a team happy and working hard to cater for every need. Food was very good. Good value too. All round a very pleasant stay, exceeding expectations
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 15 April 2024
William
United KingdomThe bed was comfortable with good facilities. Good choice of different food at breakfast. Had one dinner which was well presented with friendly staff.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 8 April 2024
Susan
United KingdomCarpets in rooms could do with updating but overall fab hotel fab staff and fab food.. shame there's no gym or swimming pool
Perfect spot to chill out
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 5 April 2024
Jonathan
United KingdomWould have liked a bath in the room - but that wouldn't stop me coming back
The atmosphere was good - Bar staff very friendly - evening meal was very very good along with the service - room was nice clean and comfortable - reception staff on both check inn and check out were really really good
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 29 March 2024
Joanne
United KingdomLighting in room bad, breakfast took too long and half of it was brought out after we had been down half an hour or more, didn't realise it was dog friendly. Drinks terrible quality.
Room was nice
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 28 March 2024
Louise
United Kingdomlighting and mirrors in the bedroom weren’t good for getting ready. drinks were a little overpriced.
lovely rooms. staff were fantastic. really friendly.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 21 March 2024
Christine
United KingdomThe bar would have been better for us if there was a nice "Bitter" on tap!
We liked everything about the hotel, choice of breakfast excellent, room was lovely, menu could have included steak. Food on all the menu's was excellent with large portions and superb standard.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 18 March 2024
Hirsh
United KingdomDidnt know how to make the towel rail hot
Breakfast was excellent - good range of choice and everything good. staff vwey friendly
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 15 March 2024
Mark
United KingdomRooms a small but efficiently laid out.
All staff were professional and friendly. The semi-rural location is pleasantly quiet and a short 15 minute drive from Durham centre. The breakfast was excellent and clearly prepared with quality ingredients by someone who took care (I am an enthusiastic and fussy cook, so I appreciated this).
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 14 March 2024
Michelle
AustraliaThe shower.....if you are over a size XL, it's interesting 😊 Don't drop the soap!
The premises were spectacular, the staff were so friendly and accommodating. Dinner was delicious!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 13 March 2024
John
United KingdomWonky table at breakfast other than that very good
Very nice warm and cosy hotel
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 29 February 2024
Sharon
United KingdomCould hear people taking on the landing and banging doors closed. Could hear alarm clocks going off from other peoples rooms.
Excellent staff. Had a late evening check in due to a work meeting and Margaret on reception arranged for the kitchen to make me some sandwiches for when I arrived as the kitchen would be closed. All the staff I encountered were lovely. Nothing was too much trouble.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 18 February 2024
Timothy
United KingdomNothing really. The only confusion could come about is that the brown sign directing you to the hotel says Hallgarth Manor Hotel. But it is actually called now The 61.
A converted Manor house located near Durham( Park and ride to the centre is only a 7 min drive away). Good sized bedrooms with comfy beds. Evening meal was superb and the cooked breakfast substantial. Veggie options available. Staff attentive and fun. Great stay.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 5 February 2024
Paulieuk
United KingdomA great place to stay with polite and helpful staff and easy free parking.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 22 January 2024
Morton-thurtle
United KingdomA better allocated space for the tea tray in the bedroom, it was tucked away in one of the bedside table cubby holes. I had to sit on the floor to make a coffee. The radiator kept bubbling on my second night which did wake me periodically.
The room was tidy and the bed linen was very soft and comfortable. The bathroom was very modern an the shower was clean and had good pressure. The female chef the morning I departed was very accommodating and was happy to take my breakfast request. The porridge was absolutely lovely, it made my morning.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 20 January 2024
Peter
United Kingdomthere needs to be a bar menu option to provide lighter alternatives to the main restaurant
nice room well appointed although somewhat warm.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 8 January 2024
Liz
United KingdomNothing to dislike.
Free upgrade to Deluxe Room, service was excellent. Beds were so comfortable and plenty of choice for breakfast
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 2 January 2024
Green
United KingdomOnly one lounge area
Food was good
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 23 December 2023
Kirsty
United KingdomThe bar is very comfortable and a great place to sit and chat, we loved the room also. Being in a remote location means it’s very peaceful
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 2 December 2023
Sherri
United KingdomService ! We’ve visited several times to stay over and just for food and the service is consistently slow . Last night we attended a function and the meal took over 2 hrs 30 mins to serve and the bar queue was rediclous. Often there is no staff at the restaurant bar or reception and everything seems to take forever to do . It really lets down what is otherwise a beautiful venue .
Beautiful venue and setting , food is excellent
Stayed in December 2023
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