11 Houndgate, Darlington, DL1 5RF, United Kingdom
#1 of 13 hotels in Darlington
Guests' ChoiceBased on 354 hotel reviews
9.3Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.6
Location
9.5
Facilities
9.4
Staff
9.8
Value for money
9.2
Free Wifi
9.2
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End of dialog contentReviewed: June 18, 2024
Kat
United KingdomIt was very noisy at night - not the hotels fault but loud traffic and very loud seagulls at 3.30am. It became clear why there were earplugs supplied!
The restaurant was fabulous with really lovely staff. Rooms were stylish, comfy and clean
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 9, 2024
Brad
CanadaThey provided laundry services when it wasn't available on weekend
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 7, 2024
Steve
United KingdomThere is honestly nothing to dislike!
The owners of this hotel certainly understand what their clientele want and they deliver on every aspect. The staff were extremely helpful and delivered an excellent/bespoke service. If you re travelling up north, go out of your way to stay here, and you will not be disappointed. I very much hope to visit again.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: May 28, 2024
Martina
United KingdomNothing
Gorgeous boutique hotel in the centre of town Beautiful room, with clawfoot bath. A hidden gem we will definitely return to. Great value for money - have paid alot more for alot less. Breakfast was outstanding too
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 21, 2024
Catherine
United KingdomBecause the restaurant is known for its fish, the lobby sometimes retained the smell of cooking, though the doors are opened throughout the hotel to air it in the morning.
You could not fault this hotel for location, cleanliness, staff, food, comfort, facilities. The ONLY thing that the hotel didn't have was parking, but as it is so close to the station, and to the town, a car was completely superfluous in order to enjoy Darlington.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 12, 2024
Catherine
United KingdomLiterally nothing negative to say.
Exceptional! Visited for my little girls birthday as a treat (she wanted to stay in a “posh” hotel). Staff were so friendly and helpful, the room was simply stunning. The food in the Saltfish was divine. We both smiled all weekend! Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 8, 2024
Kathryn
United KingdomInteresting quirky building. Beautiful room and super comfy bed. Friendly staff and great breakfast offering.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 8, 2024
H
United KingdomI kept bashing my shin on the low corner post on the bed!
The choice of cerials was a bit limited , but the breakfast was excellent. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 5, 2024
Kate
United KingdomBeautiful room, charming and helpful staff, excellent restaurant. Easy parking over the road. Overall it was outstanding.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: April 21, 2024
Chalverat
SwitzerlandDelicious fresh made breakfast. We enjoyed that very much. The room was small but very cosy and clean! The service was superb. We will defenately come again.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 18, 2024
Brendon
United KingdomNothing.
We liked this hotel. Excellent room, great food and kind, friendly staff.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 18, 2024
Liam
United Kingdomnothing comes to mind
Really comfortable and the staff are super friendly. Resturant is excellent - we had dinner and were very happy with the quality of the food, the ambience and the cost. Breakfast was al la carte and very good quality - lots of choice.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 18, 2024
Alexandra
United KingdomMy room was on the first floor and there was a little noise from the music in the restaurant below but went quiet at a reasonable time.
Staff were friendly and super-helpful, especially Erika who was really lovely. Rooms were very comfortable and spacious.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 8, 2024
Scott
United KingdomStaff was very helpful and friendly Food was very nice (100%) Room was clean and tidy
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 2, 2024
Allyson
United KingdomNothing
The attention to all the small details made it above most other places where were we’ve stayed
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 27, 2024
Leslie
United KingdomSeparate parking. If you want pool gym and sauna this is not for you.
Excellent location, very friendly and efficient staff, rooms well thought out, great food great value. Well thought out support for disabled
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 27, 2024
Emma
United KingdomParking could be difficult
Very comfortable
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 25, 2024
Siobhan
IrelandThe decor was lovely, staff were very friendly
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 24, 2024
Christopher
United KingdomThe hotel restaurant was excellent
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 23, 2024
Geraldine
United KingdomI couldn’t give this property any negative feedback whatsoever.
Smart Contemporary look, room was beautiful with a free standing bath , immaculately clean , a fabulous breakfast, staff very friendly and attentive, great location.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 17, 2024
Lucy
United KingdomCouldn’t recommend more! Clean, gorgeous room and delicious breakfast. Very helpful staff. Incredible value.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 15, 2024
J
NetherlandsNA
Nicely decorated, furnished
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 7, 2024
Peter
United KingdomVery slight musty smell in en-suite. There was a little traffic noise from the street. outside.
Clean, large room. Excellent breakfast
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 4, 2024
Richard
United KingdomNoise at front of property, even with ear defenders , was a little annoying as no double glazing
Staff were excellent
Stayed in March 2024
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