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

there is plenty of free on site parking

there was ample parking. it was clean and comfortable .

there's loads of parking and the wifi is excellent

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

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

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

on site parking but plenty of parking nearby

parking was restricted with no onsite parking, there was easy parking on the front street although

no dedicated parking, but parking available on the street.

room was clean, happy staff and plenty of secure parking

it was nice and peaceful and very secluded and secure vehicle parking

i had to ring to make sure it was open as the front was so dark and parking is near the motor part

excellent parking

the car parking is a bit tatty

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

poole table and bar downstairs

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

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

town pub, pleasant clientele, great bar staff

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

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

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

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

our 70s , brought back so many memories of what places used to be like atmosphere was brilliant , bar staff friendly locals friendly , saturday night was busy , for the price we paid we loved it ,

brilliant breakfast preorder the night before and it comes fresh at the time you have asked for.

have breakfast

with the breakfast, which was described as “fabulous” in the pre visit

the two hosts were excellent in putting on a brilliant breakfast at a different time than normal

and peaceful set in a countryside setting a 10 minute drive into hartlepool also the excellent breakfast we chose the full english which does set you up nicely for the day if you want value for

the staff were lovely, the location was beautiful, and the breakfast far exceeded my expectation

all the bar staff were so kind and great at their jobs and so friendly and made us feel so welcome

food was excellent, both breakfast and evening meal with a very good selection

absolutely spotless rooms, clean bar area and restaurant..

breakfast cooked to perfection asked for soft yolks got what i asked for , wasn't feeling well

plenty of parking facilities

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

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

showed me how to get to town and where to park my car so we can travel without worrying about car parking during the day

parking for free

the bath water was fine and my kids could take baths, but neither my husband or i were able to shower because the water was

room was immaculate and had so many added extras including some sweets on the beds for the kids

very helpful on our arrival, i found it hard at 65 with suit case etc, not being able to leave kids alone, leaving was

loved the little extras and hot chocolate/sweets for the kids, very thoughtful and great value for money

i had read about that in a previous review and brought a sound machine with us so that my kids could sleep through it

refurbished rooms and bar and restaurant - excellent menu and great value the breakfast was freshly cooked and served to

bar area very inviting and with an extensive menu of really good food

staff went over and above to make sure we had a wonderful stay - even finding us at the bar to tell us there was a table free on busy nye

great friendly staff. very clean. good food. great bar an beers

early check in possible due to christmas.

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

they we're knowledgeable about local places of interest and parking facilities, polite, and very friendly

parking a bit tight between the lines

top shelf accommodation, off-street parking, staff with great attitudes.

parking for hotel guests as had to compete with spa guests and golfers

excellent room/bathroom, pool/sauna facilities, restaurants and parking

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

parking was a little difficult

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

it's location, parking, food and staff.

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

the bathroom needed towel racks or hooks. parking area was untidy needed cleanup.

no disabled parking

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

sure if it was the room we were in as i think we were next to the kitchen - at night there seemed to be some sort of generator noise - it was a low level noise -

while we didn't have food in the place, there was a little bar area and breakfast available

a wee dustpan and brush would be a great addition to the kitchen/dining space

family room actually had a separate room with door for kids which was excellent

the kitchen, bathrooms, and bedrooms were clean and well maintained

the lovely reception staff and spa staff. the location easy parking the room the service

the spa is so relaxing, and the recently added heated outdoor infinity pool is unbelievable on a cold

of the spa facilities wasn't available, however this was clearly explained by a lovely member of staff

small-medium size gym with everything we needed

niggle -- but the underground access to the spa at the hotel end deserves a lift rather than the stairs

food is lovely and the spa is amazing and the hotel is lovely very comfy bed

the bar in the hotel's limited drinks feels a bit like a café but the health club is better

breakfast and additional facilities are in the other locations and while you are with a small kids running out of building meaning you need to be fully dressed and in pushchair which is really

be aware that the pool cost is £15 not £10 but still worth it

pool sauna area was very relaxing

atmosphere in the bar & restaurant is typical english pub - fantastic

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

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

friendly bar maid for check in and breakfast services

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

was close to major roads, plenty of food outlets nearby, bar downstairs

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

rooms are spotlessly clean, friendly staff and a great pint and breakfast

were lovely, the room comfortable and clean, the bathroom was clean and powerful shower, the breakfast great

lovely welcome from the staff, parking easy outside on the road, and the most comfortable bed ever

location, parking, the room and a very friendly pub

in spite of no dedicated parking, there's always a place to park on the adjacent road

easy parking outside the pub

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

room was spotless, bar and restaurant staff so attentive and polite. food exceptional.

superb breakfast and evening meals

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

the breakfast was delicious

staff, nothing was too much trouble (special thanks to the lovely night porter for the bar service)

easy to find and plenty of free parking

polite staff, good food and ample parking

good sized room, lovely staff, free parking with a large car park.

parking , staff

the hotel is very spacious plenty of parking

great bar

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

early check in

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

man behind bar so helpful on arrival showing me where to park

the staff arranged an early check in which really helped me to get ready for my sons wedding

hotel for a get away, comfortable clean rooms, lovely to walk around the lake, lazy in the bar with

serve meals in bar after 530pm

early check in

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

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

staff from reception, bar and breakfast , early check in which was a bonus, great bar with breakfast exceptional, looking

also, the bedroom is over the hotel kitchen and at 6

unfortunately the bar was closed to guests due to a private function which was fine.

staff from reception, bar and breakfast , early check in which was a bonus, great bar with breakfast exceptional, looking forward to next

the bar downstaire was super nice

for a slightly early check in

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

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

breakfast bar was ok but the milk was not cold enough for my liking.

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

tight parking.

parking available on site but area has a tight access for a bigger vehicle

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

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

good secure parking,

very useful to have free parking in the large car park

good parking

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

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

bonus of a nice bar and excellent bonus of an indian restaurant attached to the hotel/pub

the bar served great beers and the local company was super friendly and accommodating

beds spacious rooms awesome bathroom excellent toiletries adequate tea bar attached indian

manager also met our request for early check in

or, if you prefer, a golf club or cricket grounds or a stream to fish in for entertainment

there is a decent golf course next door too if you like playing

the food is top notch and always hot plus a golf course right next door

also noted a nice golf course 5 mins walk down the avenue, looked nice

my kids loved it

very easy check in. kitchen, laundry, pool table etc. my view was great.

was perfect, seaview, hubby played golf all amenities close by, 100 metres to food bowling, wine bars absolutely loved it and will

shared kitchen and laundry.

fully fitted kitchen and laundry room were a bonus we were not

facilities including two kitchens, a laundry room, pool table, darts board and large tv in the communal

member to put your reg in the computer when you check in)

free parking on site

tel guests

plenty of free parking

ample parking a bonus

comfortable room. excellent breakfast. facilities good. pleasant atmosphere. parking handy.

easy parking

parking was on the property facing the street which may concern some people, but we had no problem

breakfast and staff. easy parking

great parking

staff were amazingly supportive and had a good chat with the bar maid and owner

food in bar was lovely too

friendly staff. the bar staff and manager were helpful and friendly

the bar food is excellent

the bar downstairs is also an option for food and a good place to grab a drink pre / post match

breakfast was amazing . the views are spectacular, and the room is beautifully put together.

great breakfast

the little attention to detail didn't go unnoticed, all the little toiletries and the snacks/breakfast was really nice

breakfast was nice, continental but catered to my gluten / dairy free needs so well ☺️ was nice

the breakfast was sent to the room and included yoghurt, fruit and fresh bakery produce

area which was delicious, breakfast was amazing - lots of choice for gluten free customers - free parking & reasonable price - definitely recommend & will return

duty manager was very helpful and the receptionist helped me with safe parking of our motorcycles

good location right next to the a1 m loads of parking and good facilities

not enough disability parking near to entrance

everything from the parking to the reception to the room is beautiful

parking excellent too

great bed. decor excellent. lots of parking. great setting overlooking the seafront.

there is plenty of free parking, just register your car while booking in

perhaps less parking for staff out the fron to make more room for guests

friendly staff, great location, plenty of parking to the front and rear

hotel was very clean and comfortable and had free parking

plenty of onsite parking

five star hotel but a countryside stopover with a nice bar and restaurant easy to find with good parking

plenty of parking and gate to parking locked at night which gave a good sense of security for the car

room was clean and comfortable , staff are friendly and polite and there s plenty of parking

plenty of on-site parking

plenty of parking too

great parking

plenty of parking

parking could be difficult if the restaurant was busy.

great location, friendly staff and very accommodating with i asked for a early check in .

location, comfortable bed., early check in allowed helped us a lot.

golf room was very comfortable with a lovely shower room

parked my work van in the private parking with no issues and it's free

really helpful staff free parking really good leisure club & a seafront location

the staff were incredible when i explained my situation

great location, friendly staff, free parking amazing breakfast

i had to ask for an extra day of parking)

tea/coffee hair dryer and free parking was an added bonus

good parking

free parking breakfast was amazing staff so

plus ample free parking

free parking free netflix breakfast was delicious everything was just easy and relaxing

the bar area is also very welcoming, with excellent food

moved to bar and had lots of room, plenty of light, and attentive staff getting me drinks and food as and

bar food lovely, great room and breakfast

breakfast was cooked and ready at the time agreed the nite before

and reception , bar staff experience very attentive waiters excellent and very attentive always on hand with a big

the hotel was exceptionally comfortable, food was good and car parking was very convenient.

clean and comfortable, easy access and plenty of parking

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

ample parking for hotel and restaurant

parking is exceptional

very clean

it is occasionally difficult to find a parking space when it's busy

room ,good parking facilities were great although i didn t get a chance to use as i was working ,staff very

ease of parking, plenty of room, gym facilities and pool are an excellent bonus

andard double) room, recently refurbished. free parking. good on site restaurant.

plenty of car parking

reception staff always friendly and helpful , great facilties in hotel. parking close to hotel.

parking was easy and bar was well

location. parking. rooms and food

there are few chargers in the parking lot, with only one having built-in cables

big car park with enough room to park my truck

bar staff and restaurant staff where great and friendly

definitely recommend for all people especially with kids

it wouldn't put me off visiting again but would probably avoid xmas time if bringing kids

friendliest bar manager and staff we have come across in a long time

excellent dog friendly bar & restaurant

fresh milk available from the bar and a teapot in the room small but important things

requested an early check in because we were attending a family funeral and we needed to change clothing after

the bar and restaurant were spacious, comfortable and cosy

the restaurant and bar area are really comfortable and welcoming

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

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

parking was a little tight as shared semi on street with the row of houses.

easy to find with plenty parking just off the road

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

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

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

arrived late evening and parking was fine as there was plenty of spaces available, the checkin was quick and simple filling

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

plenty of parking on site

also a good amount of parking

plenty of car parking

friendly staff. ample parking. great breakfast choices and quality of food served.

they had a carnival ride in the parking lot that ran till 11pm

well maintained, also it has plenty of private parking

ample parking and great location, very closet to main road

loads of parking for two cars and trailers will use again

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

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

the bed was very confy. the bacon was gorgeous. great parking.

all good, if anything parking

strange setting for a hotel in a housing estate,easy parking and access to hotel

the room is very neat and clean. nice pub bar & karaoke life band and parking space too

free parking and wifi was a bonus

the breakfast is fabulous and the parmos are to die for …

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

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

breakfast lovely spacious rooms

the breakfast

gain access for guests only to the rooms i liked the size of the room and the added bonus of the kitchen which i didn’t

e pubs, restaurants, so we used the hotel bar and

adjoining bar was perfect and food was lovely, ate dinner and breakfast with 2 children and was great value

room was above the gym/fitness centre

kitchen facilities in some rooms

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

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

a very well stocked bar with friendly staff

bar prices was good lower than expected

little gem, spacious room that accommodated family with 3 kids

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

everything was amazing right from the car parking facilities right through to the room and the food in the 1744 restaurant

idiots parking their non evs in the ev spaces so people can t charge.

parking was a bit disorganized and busy and it took a while for me to find a space

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