have stayed here a few times when working locally as it s close to a1 and offers lots of parking and excellent food options , breakfast is amazing one of the best i ve had on my travels

comfort, cleanliness of rooms, ease of parking and overall facilities on site

great location, easy to access and good amount of parking.

staff was friendly and easy parking

lovely staff, a little gym, very clean, a little bar, free parking etc

easy easy check in , lots of car parking , room we had was spacious , comfy bed , lots of ample hot water for shower , nothing is

there was ample parking and free wifi throughout the hotel

peaceful, lovely surroundings. plenty of parking space and free. comfortable spacious room.

loads of parking for two cars and trailers will use again

i wouldn't have been so relaxed if we were in a city centre, even with private parking

parking .

free parking , large updated room, pleasant helpful staff. food consistently good quality

some difficulty i was only able to find a suitable parking space for my car in the upper grounds of the hotel, which proved to be quite a distance

bit of a walk from car-park to reception especially if wet but doesn't look like any alternative parking could be made available

but i felt like they were looking down their noses at me, they were helpful with directions for parking, & where to find the room & explained about breakfast plus we got lost a couple of times

of space in and around hotel

good food and plenty of parking

was excellent and a good choice and not expensive room was very clean and comfortable with good parking close links to durham, darlington and newcastle i would stay again and highly recommend

free on-site parking

its a great hotel with plenty of parking close to darlington but set in beautiful

location, staff, room, bar and value for money

the bar staff were very helpful in organising us a taxi

time in the bar the singer was excellent halfway through we got free shots, nice gesture

clean tidy new bar manager

friendly staff, great bar ud83cudf78

rather noisy and drunk guests were singing and shouting in the kitchen at midnight on the first night

it was great having the kitchen

room was immaculately clean as was the kitchen area

early check in

superbly stocked kitchen

lovely bar and lounge area to relax in

the bar is well laid out with different seating areas, wine is well chosen and well priced

serve meals in bar after 530pm

getting a drink at the bar was slow with only one member of staff on duty

room slightly tired bar staff at evening wedding reception not friendly or polite

couldn't fault our stay at all, also must stay if your having a drink in the bar during your stay the bar has a great vibe and gets busy

were attending a wedding so needed an early check in time hotel rooms were ready so this was very helpful se were able to get ready and

poor kitchen staff rushed off there feet.

very enjoyable stay. good bar food, with friendly staff, comfortable bar/ lounge area.

the kitchen/ breakfast area didn’t know we had booked breakfast so had all been packed away

hotel car park is now managed by a parking eye company and if you fail to register at the premises you could be liable for a hefty

i drove for my visit which was great as there is lots of car parking which is safe

easy to find good facilities and parking lovely stay wish we found have stayed longer

rooms very roomy and clean, ample parking and a health club/pool on site

secure parking for motorcycles, great food and very friendly staff

location was smashing, provision for parking being secure overnight, easy to pop into bishop auckland and we also used the bus which

ample parking for hotel and restaurant

location, cleanliness, decor, lots of parking spaces, staff

parking is exceptional

excellent, loads of parking spaces. beautiful place. great food and a1 staff

a very good situation - convenient parking and close bus stops

safe parking

parking was plentiful and well lit, people professional and pleasant to deal with great linen and

with everything i needed dining area very tasteful and cosy and a lovely bar area large area for parking spa is attached i paid a little extra to use it and it's

the old feel to it. the location was good for my purpose of staying there and it had parking

service staff (one only front of house & multi-tasking with check in / check out, one in kitchen)

little find, stunning rooms, bar and restaurant

breakfast was excellent the location was perfect we were on a trip down memory lane as my husband

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

lovely room, cozy bar and restaurant in a great location

fantastic value for money. clean comfortable room, nice restaurant and bar - even had a jukebox

the young boy behind the bar was miserable and made serving our drinks look like a chore he didn't want to do

little gem, spacious room that accommodated family with 3 kids

reserved parking for residential guests as the bar area and restaurant was busier on the friday evening with locals and parking was a bit tight

bar prices was good lower than expected

and stayed in many hotels and this hands down was the best , my wife and i had drinks in ybe bar at night, no sooner had i put my glass down the barmaid was pooring me a new one , the rooms

breakfast was lovely, plenty of choice and our room was light and airy, quiet at night even though

room was a good size, comfortable bed, excellent breakfast, friendly staff

comfortable bar and restaurant area and a great selection of drink

the breakfast was delicious

was a very good size with a fantastic selection for breakfast

nice wedding venue. comfortable bar area. nice breakfast

breakfast wasn’t brilliant, and very basic for the price

breakfast service could have been better

the bar and communal areas where very comfortable and well kept

great parking

plus there was plenty of parking on site

plenty of parking too

parking could be difficult if the restaurant was busy.

very friendly staff, clean & comfortable room, plenty of parking and great breakfast to set you up for the day

the hotel and grounds are peaceful, beautifully maintained and with ample parking

first class swimming pool, spa, gym and the spa garden which had a hot pool

not being to go for breakfast when i wanted

no alcohol drinks allowed in spa pool only in spa garden

spa is exceptional

had a lovely restaurant and bar . would recommend a visit, definitely will stay there again.

manager also met our request for early check in

great bar with pool table and tv. lovely restaurant. great size and very clean rooms.

even though there was a busy restaurant and bar underneath the bedrooms, never heard a thing from downstairs

the restaurant was closed but that was ok as we were allowed to have a takeaway in the bar

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

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

really friendly staff, brilliant meal and breakfast was perfect. will definitely return.

breakfast was awesome, expected a mug of tea, i got a china pot of tea with a little jug of milk,

comfortable room and tasty breakfast. food in the pub was excellent too.

breakfast was great

most comfy beds & pillows excellent breakfast and meals parking too ud83dudc4d

were lovely, the room was nice and clean, the shower water pressure was super dooper, and the breakfast was brilliant

pre order required for breakfast which i think is a great idea, saves so much hassle

the hotel was lovely and clean staff was amazing couldn't do enough for u so friendly only had breakfast but that was very nice we both enjoyed our stay and can't wait to go back will definitely

unfortunately there were no licensed bar facility.

bigger bin in the kitchen area but that’s only being really really really really picky

it was more like a little breakfast bar cafe

sofa bed and extra bed was ideal for the 2 kids

the ev charger was very convenient and excellent price

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

bar had a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere

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

a lovely bar downstairs with a great restaurant

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

food was delicious and bar had a great vibe

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

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

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

very useful to have free parking in the large car park

the court yard rooms with parking outside each room

good rooms with parking outside. excellent restaurant and all staff were very friendly.

there is plenty to admire, the staff are helpful, the food is good, plenty of free parking space, and bedrooms are nicely furnished with comfy beds and a large screen tv in every

good secure parking,

lovely atmosphere, good dinner and breakfast, great service. lots of parking space.

ample parking. warm friendly welcome.

good location lots of parking. staff friendly and helpful hotel and room clean food really good

i arrived when an event was taking place in the hotel so there was no parking for a few hours

parking a bit tight between the lines

staff, the room, the food including a great breakfast and the friendliness in the bar on an evening

breakfast was a little disorganised no menus and wet floor still cleaning bar area was bit messy

bar and dinner was terrific, cozy and the people were extremely nice

appearance of the pub inside and out is very clean & warming the owners & the bar staff are very pleasent & helpfull the atmosphere of the regulars are relaxing & friendly, the

we had a nice drink in the bar when we got back

location of bus stop perfect for travelling without worry of parking elsewhere

parking in front of the accommodation

parking could be a problem as no car park

parking a little more restricted than described

perfect location, free parking, lovely restaurant and dogs allowed, ticked all my boxes!

lovely room, good value for money. dinner and breakfast were excellent. 10 mins from durham

bar area was vibrant yet cosy at the same time

room was lovely great breakfast too

cheaper bar drinks

our room was lovely & quiet & the breakfast amazing

breakfast isn't served till 8.30 . parking is slightly limited .

no dedicated parking, but parking available on the street.

and facilities good food and drink with friendly locals fantastic breakfast included in price parking outside but limited close to durham and coast highly recommended thanks to peter and

parking

parking was limited to the layby outside which only a few cars could fit in this wasn't a problem

straight off the motorway and plenty of parking available

great location, easy and efficient parking, friendly staff, clean and modern rooms, coffee and tea unlimited

the parking was free

breakfast was fab

location is perfect for our visits and to have the option of the restaurant and bar with wonderful food is so convenient

substantial, delicious, well cooked breakfast which was included in the price

early check in as was in the area for a wedding, after a phone call to the hotel they arranged for

was nice , clean, not far from the restaurant, car park staff on the bar were great breakfast was

disabled room good space and disabled parking available - makes life a bit easier when travelling with wheelchair

it was quiet, there was plenty of parking spaces and free use of the leisure facilities including pool, sauna and jacuzzi were

plenty of parking

plenty off free parking

could have been more disabled parking spaces at the front of the building.

location was nice and easy to get to. breakfast was lovely

we requested an early check in, as we were attending a birthday lunch and were contacted within half an hour to

stay here was everything we needed for a perfect night away the hot tub was great and i loved the kitchen facilities in the suite the staff were so helpful as

breakfast available at the local pub

property is very spacious we stayed in the toot suite, this suite had bathroom facilities, kitchen area, lounge with corner sofa

breakfast was lovely, room was comfortable and clean. staff were lovely

we had an evening meal which was superb and the breakfast in the morning set us up for the day

left on, i must have been in too much of a rush to get showered, changed and down to the bar which is very well stocked

d thanks to the chef)

rooms and fantastic breakfast

plenty of choice for breakfast, spacious parking and the location is peaceful

accommodation, spotlessly clean, well appointed, fantastic breakfast, secure parking and a great host

location for our needs with excellent off road parking

off road parking, friendly welcome

lots of off road parking and a warm welcome

early check in without any fuss, and relaxed check out

if you stay make sure you have a few drinks in the bar - lets keep pubs like this running

feel of the building which is one of its great attractions there is a little noise from the bar and traffic in the street (the building is directly on the footpath) but not excessive by any

the bar was very good, with a great atmosphere and friendly

checked in early , warm welcome from everyone in the bar too

staff, great value for money, close walk to city centre, ample car parking, room was luxurious

the breakfast was first class and the staff were so friendly and helpful on site parking was

there was plenty of free parking and the breakfast was lovely- would definitely stay

hotel is fabulous decorated very well very clean has its own restaurant on site plus parking it's situated on a very steep hill but durham is very hilly recommend this hotel all day

soon as i arrived i was impressed, there was plenty of parking

in keeping with the style of building, very warm in bar on a cold day/night

the breakfast bar was ok and the cooked options really good

for a slightly early check in

realised i was overcharged on my bar bill that was added to my room bill, didn't notice till i left

two girls behind the bar are very polite and helpful

good parking

spotlessly clean parking outside great shower small fridge good communication

off street parking was easy and just across the street

parking is just on the main road where you find a place

nice and clean and good location free parking and the all the staff was very friendly

needs updating but can’t complain for price , was clean and good bar !

from welcome fresh clean room people from the area who sat in the bar made me welcome

pizza served in the bar very good as was the breakfast

a plate of scrambled eggs and a late check out from a clean, comfortable room on the sat morning

the breakfast was served hot and all cutlery and plates were very clean

friendly staff very willing to please. verydog friendly. lots of parking.

plenty of parking space

good parking and pleasant surroundings

secure parking for my motorcycle good food no traffic noise from nearby road

easy parking in quiet setting. good breakfast.

liked the fact there was a bar by reception

loved the onsite swimming pool, jacuzzi, steam room and sauna and was happy to pay the discounted price of £15 pp ud83dude00

was plenty of parking as well as a couple of high speed ev chargers (although they were

main reason for choosing was the two high speed ev chargers onsite

location the gym and welcoming staff

lots of parking spaces

us back within 10 minutes, upgraded our room, fully refunded our stay, and included complimentary breakfast

breakfast tea was luke warm

room was luxurious and breakfast was amazing - great variety

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

plenty of parking

there is lots of parking and the staff are both friendly and helpful

parking area large

parking for free

building in a wonderful setting we shall definately return it is also good value and easy parking

the location was very scenic and easy to get to, parking was ample and we had no issues to find a spot

easy access, friendly staff, excellent restaurant, free local parking. close to main roads.

plenty of parking and hotel has a spa too

everything stayed many times before parking, staff, hospitality excellent.

the room we had was immaculate and we had a private parking space outside in a small courtyard

arriving late at the hotel parking near to the main hotel building is a bit of a struggle

parking was a little difficult

setting just outside durham, plenty of parking available and well kept grounds

parking was a bit difficult as there were a lot of cars and seemed too few spaces as site shared by

parking was quite difficult as people who were not using the hotel were using the spa and so taking

staff went out of their way to make us dinner although we arrived just before the kitchen was about to close

not much, was all on point. just shame i missed breakfast ! ud83dude02

venu for a wedding beautiful. the bar staff were fab. breakfast the next morning unreal.

well presented accommodation with spacious bar and restaurant

room,could hear extractor fan from main kitchen ,poor location of kettle and fridge in wardrobe ,possible

lots of parking available. food was excellent and staff very helpful. definitely recommend.

there is a little parking but isnt guarenteed particularly if the pub is busy.

easy to find with plenty parking just off the road

only on street parking, but it wasn't a problem.

t.v. wasn't fully functional. hot water tap dismal. parking.

location, some 15 minutes walk from town centre with excellent parking facilities

great food and adjacent parking

friendly staff. choice of food for breakfast. comfortable room. plenty of parking.

free parking on location

there is room for parking directly beside the hotel with easy access from the main road

easy parking and location to all areas of interest make this a great location with access to all major

our room was on the front and had a sea view

ich was wonderful even on a dull day) plenty of parking

was spotless, and just so easy with check in and parking

parking was excellent as was the communication

fiddly but it all worked well we did not find it disturbing, but there was some noise from the bar downstairs

great bar downstairs and u met some amazing customers in there who let me watch the darts with them

from start to finish, locals were friendly and prices spot on bar staff make you feel welcome and i'd say value wise hard to beat

everything staff bedroom facilities regulars in the bar downstairs looking to relocate near by .

good location friendly landlady would recommend.good value good shower bar downstairs

more rooms than parking spaces

from parking to quality of rooms to delicious breakfast and excellent service- would highly

parking was an issue due to an event to be held in barnard castle but that wasn t the hotel s

parking inevitably limited in these places but managed to get a space

you couldn t want for more what private parking and an excellent town centre location it was perfect for our stay

loads of free parking locally and the hotel has its own free car park

hotel was in an excellent location. there was free parking provided.

parking on hotel site was available

on site parking is also very handy

clean, great full english breakfast, located in the heart of beautiful town of richmond free parking at rear of

plenty of safe free parking

there s also a large parking area, which was perfect for parking my coach with no issues at all

all staff were friendly and helpful, very homely. ample car parking.

loads of parking

parking was occupied by commercial vehicles is it b&b or workers place for a night

stay - loved our very spacious, comfortable room, the staff were friendly and helpful and the bar was warm and welcoming

bar was very quiet as it was out of season, but there was a good range of beers at reasonable

excellent comfortable room .superb bar with friendly staff

food from the bar outstanding, speciality was pizzas and the cooked breakfasts were to die for

there was no noise from the bar at all and it was nice to open the curtains in the morning and see the sheep in the field

there was plenty of parking

no disabled parking

with parking and very friendly and comfy superior room very good with balcony great value and of course

bedrooms bit warm. could do with disabled parking near entrance.

good parking

staff where amazing we where at a wedding at the old pump house 5 minutes away arranged early check in as wedding was at

the staff were lovely, the locals in the bar were friendly

poole table and bar downstairs

also the bar downstairs was friendly and the girls ordered a taxi for us to go to our venue

thing would be if you wanted an early night bar doesn’t shut until 11pm but perfect for me as was drinking in pub with my dog