good bar and evening food

good bar and restaurant

a little more up to date music in the bar area

excellent service in both restaurant and bar

beer at the bar was in a good price, good temperature

nice size rooms and they were very clean too. the bar had good atmosphere.

is noise from bar below but they provide ear plugs and it did not bother us but might not be suitable for small

they have a lovely lounge bar to sit in, very comfortable

excellent fish and chips from the bar restaurant, crisp chips and a light batter on the fish, not at all greasy, so compliments to

location, large comfortable bed in good size room, excellent bar with good drink

place to stay nice bar area/restaurant nice and central to all the shops and bars would definitely recommend it to all

no baileys behind the bar so limited cocktail availability

the building exterior is lovely and the interior bar and dining areas are stylish and very comfortable

the hotel was new and very nice, the bar was very well stocked, food was amazing rooms were beyond what we expected

the bar and restaurant are also great--nice variety of breakfast dishes in particular

excellent value , lovely bar area and first class food

the bar area is lovely and spacious with everything you need for the meals etc

the inn bar was homely and had a lovely atmosphere with great staff

bar has a good choice of beer and the staff were both friendly and helpful

breakfast, comfy room with lovely shower, we had a meal in the bar in the evening and it was fantastic, staff were professional and polite at all times

mark was on the bar the first night and he definitely knew how to pull a cracking timmy taylors & guinness

all the staff from cleaners, bar staff, restaurant waiters to reception- nothing was too much trouble

the black horse has an excellent bar with bar seating (rare again these days) a real fire, and a local clientele as well as the

menu; our meal choices during our stay were all delicious; which goes show why the restaurant and bar were fully booked and busy during our stay

lovely bar and restaurant very friendly

the bar food and breakfast were spot on

food was good bar facilities good too, staff very helpful.

was so busy and where unable to get in for an evening meal on 2nd night and bar staff was run of their

great breakfast as always and lovely bar meals available in both hotels

bar staff were friendly kind and helpful

immaculately presented, friendly and helpful staff, nice relaxed bar area and atmosphere

property, decent size room, opened with a card, clean bathroom with all it was needed, bar with very nice staff, considerable size car park

the staff are so friendly and so accomodating, nice bar with food available and we had a lovely breakfast

40 and bar customers quite audible

it was very comfortable with a nice bar to relax in after a driving day.

the food in the bar was fresh, well cooked and generous in portion size

the bar area has a cosy wood burner with an excellent menu to hand - could not ask for

also ate in the bar and the food was excellent and good value

the food was excellent and the bar was great

and helpful and amazing food served to us while we enjoyed sitting by the wood-burner in the bar area; superb, freshly cooked breakfast too

cant think of anything that would improve - except maybe something to cool down the bar area of an evening when it is

great rooms separated from the main bar building lovely garden setting too

this was actually nice for us as sometimes in some places a room over a busy bar can be noisy

it would be good to have a hand rail/grab bar by the door, for anyone with poor mobility

the bar area just for drinks as all the tables are set for eating, even 2 in the small bar area

breakfast was served in nearby pub bar staff friendly food good

weren't warned that the rooms were above a very noisy bar, noise from bar until after midnight so loud we were unable to sleep, then shouting in street

to the rooms when the bar was closed was up a very steep set of stairs

the regulars in the bar are friendly, the newly refurbished beer garden is a delight to behold and the breakfast will

needed somewhere close to leeming bar and found the 3 coopers a warm welcome on my arrival, a clean bedroom with everything i needed

the bar was extremely busy and noisy

beautiful room lovely old bar great good very welcoming staff

how we could use the back entrance to our room so we weren't trailing our wet dog through the bar or muddy shoes

location in village centre free parking with disc ( available free at the bar) really good room overlooking the main street great facilities - comfy bed, fluffy towels, tea

the bar area had a nice atmosphere, a good choice of drinks

( i m fussy about my pillows) there was a great ambiance in the bar and (+) lady behind the bar and serving meals was polite and friendly (+)a really nice place lovely room , the barman was very pleasant and helpful i also liked the wood burner in bar nice and cosy (+) we arrived met by a lovely lady on the bar who showed us to our room (+) all the staff i met were also lovely, including the staff in the bar the night i arrived and in the morning with breakfast (+)staff, great room, lovely bar and restaurant (+) the bar staff were lovely, our room was clean, modern & just beautiful (+)clean and cosy and good power shower and quiet and very warm at night :-) the gentleman behind bar was really kind and helpful & the dinner was brilliant

only get the wifi to work downstairs

breakfast was really lovely, well cooked and very tasty as was our evening meal

the only thing i didn't have was the wifi code

wifi didn t work

and flexible host, great breakfast and most important good beer at bar

the bar staff were so welcoming

landlord has been there years, they all work hard and are so friendly too, good grolsch in the bar

food in bar excellent ud83dude0b

very helpful bar staff. pleasant chap serving lovely breakfast

really nice ambience around the bar and sitting rooms stayed in this hotel previously and will certainly be

great, no in fact fabulous food - we had a bar meal and breakfast

did not book breakfast as too pricey, should be included in the price of this room drinks in bar very expensive

excellent location. really well kept, clean and great bar and restaurant

great bar areas and we ate in the restaurant and the food was fantastic

staff were great, especially the bar staff . food was lovely. gorgeous breakfast .

the staff couldn't have been more friendly

a nice mixture of old style bar and restaurant, but with enough modern feel to please all comers

food and drink in the bar / restaurant was fantastic ig only every accomodation was on this level

very spacious, plenty of room, king size beds, walk in shower in a large bathroom, restaurant and bar very relaxing lovely food and

place clean and plenty hand gels in the bar area

bar staff were friendly and chatty, especially for

the bar was fine

lovely comfort rooms with en-suite tv and drink facilities breakfast was very nice food in the bar

no problem having a large dog with us in the room and in the bar area for meals

very clean and warm good price until the extra 20 was included nice bar good location

everything together and making sure everyone is happy including running the reception, the bar and cooking and serving meals

nice location and good for families. liked the bar and also the interconnecting rooms.

receptionist, bar tender and cook, had to manage all the guests virtually on her own, and she did it bloody

nice bar with good choice of beers and wines

very enjoyable food in the bar downstairs both in the evening ( yes currently they do evening meals on mondays unlike some

the bar staff and waitresses are great

the room was quiet with easy access to the carpark and the bar etc

isn't something we didn't like but just to say there was noise from the bar but to reassure fellow travellers it seems intrusive but was quiet by 22

owner and staff friendly and helpful and nice bar and food was excellent

there is bar meal option for more casual dining - though the bar is relatively small and cosy / intimate so

the room was perfect, the bar was friendly and served great cocktails snd breakfast was

drinks at the bar cost 40, a little pricey but this is not a budget hotel

little point went into bar asked for a bottle of malbec but didn t have one but it was on drinks list

the roomsare a good size and comfortable, and the bar and restaurant welcoming and comfortable

ridiculous drinks prices which seemed to varey depending on which bar you were in and the lack of brands from bar to bar, but were still charged top price for the

the breakfast was as lovely as ever and the drinks in the bar the day before relaxed and well presented with great choice

get a mini bar in the room

in the evening there is also a cocktail bar open to guests even if they are not dining at the restaurant

neve in the cocktail bar awesome she was funny and can make any cocktails you want even if it s not on the menu we

and all their staff were friendly and professional, the rooms were immaculate, the restaurant and bar area was warm, cosy and very comfy

decor is modern but inviting and at this time of year they light the fire in the bar making it a place to relax and enjoy

booked last minute and was not aware there would be no food or bar available at the time of booking

comfortable room and lovely restaurant and bar area

bar and dining area closed at 9pm on saturday night and didn’t seem to be open at all on

hotel , lovely room ,clean with all amenities, good location ,nice bar area, plenty of parking, very helpful staff especially amy on

guy behind the bar was just stood chatting

staff from bar to cleaners were exceptionally polite and eager to help in any way

nice wedding venue. comfortable bar area. nice breakfast

i stood at the bar 45 minutes waiting to be served

bar was a typical old fashion pub, with the staff and locals very friendly

the inn is lovely with great rooms, a great bar and dining area on top of all this , the people were lovely they were so friendly and nothing

rooms we had no issues with any noises from downstairs despite being directly above the main bar area & entrance

lovely rooms, cozy bar area and restaurant

first impressions really do count and the lady working behind the bar when we arrived was so so friendly and welcoming

and friendly, a good atmosphere throughout our stay cracking food and a good menu, beers at the bar were good condition and very tasteful

nice comfy bed, crisp sheets, nice bar and good food

the bar staff,the food

the bar is pet friendly and very popular, and there are lots of friendly people and dogs

wonderful food, nice bar atmosphere

lovely well decorated room, nice bar and restaurant area. food was amazing.

we went downstairs to the pub bar and had drinks and food

the staff serving us at dinner and behind the bar were lovely, really friendly and so helpful with directions to ripon racecourse where we needed

hosts,fabulous breakfast and when we ate in the bar evening the food was some of the best we've had anywhere

breakfast was excellent and the pub downstairs is very friendly

the atmosphere was fantastic and we loved the relaxed and cosy atmosphere in the bar on an evening

drive and despite being very busy we had a wonderful welcome - quick check-in and taken to the bar to order our food

is a little hidden gem, great facilities, plenty of room around the bar and restaurant areas

the new owners have done an excellent job in refreshing and remodelling parts of the hotel, bar and restuarant

was gorgeous had the vegetarian, loved the bar area ,food smelt lovely when we arrived ,would have eaten there but we had already eaten ,would

on a number of occasions, staff always friendly & helpful, rooms recently modernised, excellent bar meals & breakfast

little find, stunning rooms, bar and restaurant

nice ambience in the bar and dining area

refurbished to a very high standard - excellent bar and restaurant food menu is great and all very reasonably priced - will definately stay here

was nice and all the staff were excellent very well manard and welcoming also bar man i realised who you were when you came in for that sarnie the other week didn't realise

the bar ladies and waiting staff were friendly and

bar meals as they were cold when served and breakfast was not good sloppy scrambled eggs hard bacon

good and well stocked lounge bar services

lovely modern hotel, great room nice bar area. good buffet breakfast

staff were fantastic, we had table service in the bar and the evening food was tasty, filling and reasonably priced, breakfast was amazing and on

the bar had plenty of choice and local hand pulled beers, the dining area is very clean and comfortable

we ate in the bar and the food was lovely ,breakfast was also great couldn't fault anything

the bay horse bar has a lovely atmosphere

there is one well stocked bar with cask ales with two local brews

were brilliant, food at breakfast and evening was excellent, rooms was spacious, clean and the bar had 5 real ales to choose from, perfect

rooms well presented, food in the bar is good and dog friendly

location in centre of town, good bar and excellent breakfast and dinner

food and ambiance in the dog friendly bar was perfect

bar meal was lovely

the bar is card only and i prefer to have the choice of paying by card or cash.

friendly welcome, quirky room names, lively bar with live music and great breakfast

we had drinks in the bar every evening and there were live bands and karaoke on

to richmond square and 2 miles from the barracks, 5 minutes walk from richmond waterfalls ,good size room with a nice bar downstairs

best place plumb in centre great bar great staff

on a brilliant parking spot great service that staff were excellent as well had a lovely bustling bar

2 night stay at the fleece hotel, room really comfortable, fantastic breakfast, lots of choice, bar is lovely for a beverage or 2

eat water pressure) great bar and very friendly staff!

have liked the bar and restaurant to be open during our stay but understand the reason it

lovely room and bathroom

for the fleece hotel guests a nearby bar plays loud music outside until closing time which could put guests off a possible return visit

the food in the bar was amazing as were breakfasts

right near everything and the rooms were perfect danny the bar manager was great with

e wife enjoys her coffee) we asked for some more but the lass behind the bar could not leave the bar

great room great food and bar excellent stay

of coffee in the room

we had a drink in the terrace bar which was lovely - we just wish it had been warm enough to sit outside as it was a beautiful

the new terrace bar provided a lovely way to unwind and excellent food

the bar and pool room were shut at 11, they did open it for us, we were the only ones in but heating

the main bar in the house could do with re-stocking - no amaretto or drambuie

it is the guests discretion to tip or not, and to describe it as terrace bar is misleading as we hadn t even drink at the bar

staff very helpful bar a little bit pricey and maybe not to much room for dancing

the room was great and bar area was really nice to sit and chill

deserve a big mention every single member of staff we came into contact with from spa to all bar staff were so happy and helpful they are a credit

very nice bar area

very comfortable room, an excellent bar meal and a hearty breakfast

always really friendly staff, nice cosy bar area for a few drinks

bar could have been open longer and it could have served breakfast but this is all i would

the bar downstairs was a very comfortable place for a woman traveling alone

a beautiful quiet location, amazing bar staff and the restaurant food was well price

bar closed before

good quality bar food

restaurant and bar were good assets

we ate in the bar and the meals were very good

it was nice to have a bar on site for getting a coffee and a drink

cleanliness and decor, good selection of food in the restaurant and bar and in a nice

only thing i would suggest is to change the bar that holds the shower curtain as it falls down.

bar downstairs serves well priced drinks

fantastic bar downstairs, no noise from it

great accommodation, jill and elisha bar staff were brilliant nd made me feel very welcome

lovely bar downstairs

favourite hotel in darlington, upgraded lovely meal in the restaurant drinks in the bar excellent service fantastic friendly

bar snacks

the breakfast is lovely and we find the bar is a really nice place to sit in an evening after a busy day

all of it food amazing bar fab happy hour even better 1pint if lager 4 or 2 -4- 5 fab

being in reasonable walking distance of both the train station and a selection of restaurants and bars catering for wide ranges of tastes and budgets

although a pub i heard no noise from the bar even on a busy friday night

i was told i could come into the bar and watch the tv they had there

bar had a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere

a lovely bar downstairs with a great restaurant

it was close to where i was working, the food in the bar was very good.

on arrival scott was serving in the busy bar area

room was clean and modern which you expect but what made it for me was the country bar next door,the people were really friendly and the food was amazing,all freshly prepared and

bar serves was again excellent friendly staff again

the fire inside the bar was warm and welcoming

we will certainly be back to stay ,such a friendly atmosphere in the bar with visitors from throughout the uk

bar area very stylish and the food in the restaurant was very good

a gem of a hotel , fabulous location quirky bar area , staff were amazing very friendly and welcoming and the food was fab , bathroom and

bed was great. bar looks cool. nice vibe

quality hotel, a jewel in the centre of darlington. great decor, room, bar & staff.

nice rooms. good bar and restaurant. very friendly staff. great location so close to the centre.

spacious room, blackout curtains, nice bar downstaires

staff and bar was lovely

and all nearby restaurants bars and shops

food at the bar got one plate after about 45mins only to be told that my partners order was a mix up and the

bedroom cold even with radiator on full. noise from next bedroom till 3.30am. no bar snacks.

location, staff, room, bar and value for money

clean tidy new bar manager

the bar staff were very helpful in organising us a taxi

the receptionist/ bar staff member was super friendly and even though there was something not working in the room and

nice bar area. clean room. bed was really comfy.

hot summer evening the evening with the other residents we all got a few drinks from the bar and sat down and chatted won't forget this place i highly recommend it

excellent breakfast and good bar prices.

you were always welcome to sit in the bar and use wifi there, even when it was closed to the public

bar maid was really lovely, who checked us in

very few minutes walk from ripon square, where there are lots of restaurants, cafes, and a tapas bar (which is really excellent)

friendly, helpful and personable hotel, bar and restaurant

lovingly restored and decorated, with spacious, well equipped rooms; a fantastic restaurant and bar with extremely friendly and helpful staff

of the food was excellent - including the evening meal in the bar and breakfast

breakfast was amazing, bar food wonderful

the only minor thing was the flies in the bar area with no apparent deterrents or traps..

restaurant and bar on site was

the food in the bar was exceptional

bar / restaurant price's will put those on a tight budget off

breakfast spot on tea time bar food spot on very warm place to staybrill

the food i had was very t fresh and super tasty, bar staff are so lovely and helpful

bar was lovely and really good food

a lovely hotel, good food and bar very comfortable room

beautifully decorated for christmas inside and lovely bar area

very nice big property and bar and lovely staff

it has a really good bar area with plenty of seats available for food & drinks

had to go to the bar to ask for toilet paper which was not provided in the room

a great pub atmosphere lovely locals would stay again little lad behind the bar was a very

food was delicious and bar had a great vibe

i ate in the bar this time and had the burger, which was excellent

3 of us, had some 14 families members join us for last minute food and drinks, bar staff were brilliant

informal atmosphere, lively bar area, softly lit with candles

and comfortable room friendly staff great bar log fire choice of local ale

the room was spacious and quiet and the bar and dining area was great, food particularly

we ate in the bar every night

lovely and warm with log fire in the bar making it cosy, just perfect after waking to a heavy snowfall

excellent large bar within the facility, good food

always quick and easy check in, staff from reception, night porters, bar staff, chefs right through to house keeping always really friendly and willing to go the extra

mealsminnthe bar were great, breakfast was excellent for the price of

breakfast was great. hotel was comfortable. bar was good laugh.

and bar have recently been done up to an excellent standard, food is typical bar food and good quality

staff were all lovely, especially bar staff

staff were friendly and very helpful i went to the bar at 10

rooms were very spacious, bathroom excellent, and the bar was to a very high

food, and really good two or three course deal in the bar

great room. nice bar with excellent food and reasonable beers

friendly staff fun bar great cocktails central location good karaoke

a fight outside first time in all the times we have stopped there this has happened however the bar staff dealt and tried to defuse the situation as best as they could but someone clearly could

there was a nice atmosphere in the bar and the beer was good

have any tea/coffee facilities, the pub was closed and not everyone wants to go down in the bar area, especially if there on there own

was cheap and cheerful with great staff and friendl clientelle,,also great bar facilities downstairs

friendly and welcoming owners and staff

lovely little room, and food in the bar was absolutely top notch!

very well stocked bar for a small pub

the staff were all very welcoming, especially the girls working in the bar and restaurant who were incredibly friendly and attentive throughout our stay

d bar customers

music played in the bar and restaurant sounded boring and irritating

lovely bar area

we then went down for drinks in the bar before venturing out for our evening meal

not replenished at the tea and coffee station in our room during turn down service and the bar snacks

no mini bar or room safe.

louie behind the bar was excellent

nice locals bar during the day

a lovely place to stay. near to all facilities. bar and food were good

great beer and two bars to choose from a comfy lounge and a bar which had sky sports and a pool table

room, location, bar and the staff were exceptional very friendly, location in the village square could not be

23), good bar & great breakfast

staff were very friendly both on the desk and in the bar

onsite, large room

about the hotel was great ,the food , the bar ,the real ale

it was snowing on the afternoon that we arrived it was lovely to sit by the open fire in the bar area

the bar wasn t open 24/7 but understand cos of covid 19

bar lounge area with big sofas and chairs over looking the river the road straight outside is an

drinks at the bar are a bit pricey, 2

the lighting in the bar area is very bright, could do with lowering to make a nicer atmosphere

enough staff on the bar and reception to serve at times so there could be a long wait for

nice quiet bar to sit it

and there is a happy atmosphere around the bar also

great bar with friendly locals

friendly staff in bar area. great food and beers

the restaurant in with the bar was good, with a traditional character

bar and hotel, rooms were very nice and spacious

bar and restaurant staff were also very friendly, got the impression that nothing was too much

dinner in the bar was fabulous and service was excellent

only slight music from the bar below

the restaurant had really good food & the bar staff were really helpful, would definitely be coming back and would highly recommend

the bar was well stocked and the food was excellent ud83dudc4c all of his staff were very approachable

location and premisis were just right. bar and resturant very good

excellent friendly bar staff really helpful guide for getting around. breakfast 10 out of 10

bar and dining room comfortable and staff made us feel very welcome

the bar had an excellent variety of beer, wine and sprits

bar staff and restaurant staff are fantastic, the reception staff could not be more accommodating

a very pleasant bar with lots of nice nooks

comfortable bar and public spaces

great bar staff esp the young man who served us most of our stay

rooms were beautifully furnished and had really nice touches like biscuits and a chocolate bar in the room

the bar staff were wonderful, helpful, and friendly

spa was fantastic, as was the bar etc

mandy on reception, janis looking after the rooms, abi on the bar and the rest of the team were all spot on, thanks folks

a complaint , but last time we were there it was under refurbishment , the new decor in dinning bar area is now lost a bit of the old building feel , but the oscar dinning are is much more in

the afternoon tea was amazing. had a few drinks in the bar which was nice.

room was to a very high standard , spotlessly clean , had everything we needed for a great stay bar downstairs was so inviting , staff were lovely and food was

spotless rooms, great facilities and a lovely bar downstairs

breakfast snack of juice muffin and granola bar and of course coffee

little bit noisy until bar closed

there's tea & coffee making facilities in the room and breakfast provided was muffin, a cereal bar and an apple, with bottles of juice and water, which was very much appreciated

staff were very friendly & helpful, the room was clean & a very comfy bed & the bar food lovely & the breakfast 1st class

bar food ok and tasty, portions are a good size

and we still pop over to visit the highfield for breakfast or a meal with our 2 dogs and the bar guy always brings them bowl of fresh water and a tickle, what more can you ask for as a

lovely food in the bar downstairs

bar staff are very helpful

nice bar/restaurant and food was very nice

the food was excellent from the farmers bar staff were helpful during our

property has had a revamp in their reception area and downstairs bar area which is an improvement

drink prices in the bar were a little on the expensive side, some of the drinks cost nearly 10

bar only had two choices of lager, fosters and birra moretti

bed was comfortable room was huge nice bar and lounge area

great bar area, room spotlessly clean and comfortable clean bed

staff from reception to bar all lovely ,friendly the best staff we have so far met

excellent friendly staff, clean, good service, good food and bar service, great location

the bar prices were a little high as well which was surprising

uncomfortable to sleep on, there were no shower gels or shampoo left in the room so we had to use bar soap for the shower

not a hotel if you just want somewhere to sleep for the night and go then fine it said it had a bar but i never saw it as couldn't take my elderly mother over the car park in the dark & you need

crappy beds! no bar or restaurant small shower. got wet going to the room. depressing place!

bar next door and an indian buffet restaurant other side with 10% off for hotel users

showers don't stay hot.hotel attached bar closes to early midweek.