breakfast was fab

could have had more seating in bar would have been nice, but overall a good stay, staff very friendly and service was good

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

food in the bar was so tasty and super filling

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

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

bar prices was good lower than expected

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

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

little gem, spacious room that accommodated family with 3 kids

i stayed in the phoenix room which was amazing, the huge spa bath was incredible

staff kept the bar open longer for us

breakfast was exceptional and the team could not have done any more to make us feel welcome

the breakfast menu was extensive and everything was cooked to order and delicious

and bar only open weekends but we knew this

as the staff were on my visit, there was no mobile reception

good food at good prices all the staff are welcoming and friendly nothing is too much trouble room service if you so

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

great bed, shower, breakfast and for a do at bishop auckland golf club, perfect location

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

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

excellent comfortable room .superb bar with friendly staff

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

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

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

facilities from near and plentifull car parking, polite, helpful and professiona staff, very nice dining room and good breakfast and

clean rooms, okay wifi and tv

the room was very cleaned, and the wifi worked functionally

last time i stayed here treatments were optional but still enjoyed my stay night away from the kids with the missus but don't think il be staying again

small side and a bit tight for room

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

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

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

breakfast room parking staff

ample parking facilities, learned this stay it s dog friendly too which is fab

50 room service charge for a large tonic water was

rooms are nice and the hotel bar etc very good

most of the staff just kids, no conversation or manners though the older ones

wifi slow and fluctuating connection.

they also provide laundry service

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

quiet location and good parking

breakfast was fabulous, plenty of choice & served efficiently & cooked perfectly

the breakfast bar was ok and the cooked options really good

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

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

two girls behind the bar are very polite and helpful

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

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

early check in

early check in without any fuss, and relaxed check out

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

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

little bar, room was decent enough just very squeaky floors and bed, and noise of kids outside wasn’t the best but if you make the most of the bar you don’t really care

bar was great as was location

handy for where we needed to be, very clean, comfortable bed, friendly bar staff and fruit in the g and t

the bar has a great atmosphere we will definitely be

fridays is a early delivery date for the bar below so we were woken up earlier than planned.

staff all lovely, good options for late room service

great stay, price is spot on and room was large. indoor pool and the gym was nice bonus

room service lovely. the desserts that we had brought was exceptional

staff were all really friendly and room service came so quickly

from the main desk to the bar and restaurant the gentman and lady who set my ipad up for me also our upgraded room to the

room service was a tad slow

the pool and gym we used the pool every day

central to durham and great room service

a bit dated, no in room fridge, no twin beds for 2 kids just doubles

one of the few hotels that still charge for wifi. 10 is a joke!

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

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

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

loved it i asked for extra tea bags and was given about 20 of them staff so pleasant and nice late check out no extra cost got loads of work done and drank some of that tea

was delicious and plentiful, asked for early check in and this was facilitated

wifi was available only at the bar area downstairs; it would be fantastic if available in the room

staff great with kids

contrary to information on booking, no wifi

they were great with the kids and were generally very flexible and helpful

no phone in the room. no immediate access to wifi. no booklet explaining anything.

sofa bed and extra bed was ideal for the 2 kids

value for money other places to eat and drink / shop close by which was very helpful with the kids

the kids i was with couldn’t use it

a small issue with the second tv in bedroom 2 but didn’t cause a problem with the kids

had super fast ev chargers available - free

didnt enjoy the pool so much as very crowded and the food isnt very nice unfortunately

was tidy and spacious, staff were great, food was lovely and quick, pool and spa facilities were

we had a room facing the pool although we didn't get to use the pool on this occasion as we didn't have our costumes as it

wifi wasn't the best there

it was really nice to see that the furniture around the swimming pool had been renewed and more comfortable

room service was 10/10 food was hot and cooked really well

extrememmy clean very spacious and lovely spa bath and separate shower

was a room service option but no way to actually order this apart from go to reception

not informed of breakfast times & how a tab would need to be opened to order room service, so had to go to hotel bar to

the breakfast was tasty

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

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

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

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

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

the pool was a 10 second walk

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

location the gym and welcoming staff

food could have been better at gym

the swimming pool has a difficult access. there are steep stairs down from the changing rooms.

food, comfortable bed, excellent shower, wonderful breakfast and friendly staff

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

good breakfast

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

cheaper bar drinks

had full use of the spa facilities which were all very clean and high standard

2) was fabulous with great views of the golf course

it is not often that one finds luxurious rooms, large swimming pool, gym, spa and golf in one place

the grounds are lovely with a golf course that looked amazing

room service, me and my partner were getting changed n they knocked on the door n just walked in,

really good parking lovely grounds for a nice walk

ready access, good rate of ev charge.

the telephone didn t plug in as the socket seemed to be broken so couldn t order room service so we ordered from reception instead

i'm sure they would have given me room service

wifi was quite poor in my room on the top floor, but very minor issue.

gym is very very out staff which surprises me considering how nice the hotel and pool is

i m disappointed with room service situation

the separate wellness gym and pool, sauna and jacuzzi area are modernised as it is meant to be by the time of return in

lovely setting in the countryside beautiful views the hotel was very quiet great night sleep the bar was really nice food was delicious our room was very spacious modern and clean all in all a

hotel was beautiful, cosy room and the food was amazing, we stayed dinner, bed and breakfast

poor parking, spaces taken by gym next door

had a gym

reception not always manned - and sofa bed wasn’t made up for our arrival despite paying g for early check in - however soon revitalised and they sorted

nice kitchen but no grill pan in the oven, nothing to wash up with and things like only one cup in the

breakfast was nice although not included in the little bar next door

room service - hotel was short in numbers on room services staff, therefore damp towels, toilet

rooms spotless and staff helpful. room service available

the time allotted for breakfast, i like to get up late when on holiday :)

wifi didn't really work, although 4g was sufficient in the building

staff was friendly and easy parking

didn't know about in advance) where there were several pathways, a lovely surprise to walk before breakfast - and good the breakfast was

location great, right on the park and large bath tub, great for the kids.

particularly chantelle at breakfast

serve meals in bar after 530pm

room available for early check in

however i am pleased the queue to the bar wasn’t big for checking in

staff nice room music was excellent in bar nice atmosphere reasonably priced drinks really enjoyed the stay was only one night but enjoyed

great location bar area and bedrooms immaculate

great friendly staff. lovely food and drink options at fab prices. breakfast was tremendous.

all staff we're happy room small but very clean we had a.lovely stay breakfast was excellent w

wifi connection was really bad. no gel provided for shower.

wifi, didn't work in my room window wouldn't open, no airflow - not pleasant shower extract not

the leisure pool and gym were an added bonus and the hotel has wonderful grounds for chilling out

the kids and myself really liked the rest

was on a macmillan treat its just shame the pool etc was to busy to use, as i'd deliberately chose hallgarth for facilities, and evening meal

bar area was comfortable with plenty of entertainment on the weekend evenings

lovely bar area

there was a little noise from the television in the bar area at night, but if you book above a pub, what do you expect

lovely rooms, comfortable bed and very clean. downstairs bar is very nice with friendly locals.

accommodating for an early check in (having travelled 6 hours for a friends funeral) & an early (4am

many disabled car parking

really enjoyed my stay, got room service, used hot tub and felt nice & relaxed after my stay

was lovely, room was very clean and comfortable and the breakfast was delicious

staff very friendly and courteous, breakfast first class, comfortable bed and upgraded room much appreciated

nice rooms, restaurant and relaxing bar area

as a family with kids, we wanted a castle stay on our trip and this one was just awesome

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

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

if you enjoy golf there’s a golf course next door

the golf course

room service and the food was fantastic, really enjoyed it

not getting g wifi

the room, staff, room service were excellent

however the free wifi made up for this

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

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

nice quiet bar to sit it

at this property on our way from scotland to scarborough to break the journey up for the kids

if you'd had some kind of kids play area, it would have been the cherry on the cake but we can't have everything

and there is a happy atmosphere around the bar also

the food was outstanding both nights, our dinner was excellent and breakfast was the best i'd had in a long time

wifi info in the room needs updating but i was able to find out the info easily directly from the

evening meal and cooked breakfast

breakfast was excellent, whatever you wanted was accommodated for

wifi really slow and it is very isolated

we were also situated above the places kitchen and at 6

lovely decor throughout and really good breakfast

was excellent, fantastic location with very good food , great choice on menu for dinner and breakfast was excellent

an evening meal and breakfast and could not fault either of them

the breakfast was fab - and we had a lovely waitress who was very pleasant

due to covid the bar was closed although this will change next week!

breakfast was lovely

the bar was closed, i couldn't even get some ice or a soft drink

a bonus was secure off steet parking

friendly staff, clean rooms and lovely breakfast

wifi was not very good in our room

find someone parked there when returning from trip out, to be told its probably someone playing golf

nit picking though, the hotel was very good value and just regret we didn't have time to try the golf

the bar and bistro staff were lovely, nothing was too much trouble

was lacking good heat, rubbish hairdryer, 2 plug sockets weren't working and the wifi barely reached the

we stayed on the friday night and its karoke night so the bar is busy ,but it has a great

comfortable room. good entertainment in the bar and staff very present and helpfull

access to and exiting from the room when the bar is shut is convoluted

central location close to all shops and pubs. lovely bar to start for a drink.

however, when we arrived in the bar at the time agreed (which was 8am) there were no staff to be found anywhere in the building

fully equipped kitchen, huge comfy bed, washing machine and drying rack with portable heaters, plenty of room to

attentive staff , and the manager was very helpful. also breakfast was excellent.

lovely bar and restaurant the food and cocktails were amazing

had an excellent meal in their restaurant, very well priced. very nice bar area.

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

room was amazing and extremely spacious,huge bed,large bath,and good selection of beers in the bar with a pleasent

great breakfast , large room.

nice bar with a selection of real ales and other pubs nearby

on sunday the bar had closed so we never got to sample the bar area, but it is a sleepy village feel

the staff were all really friendly and helpful and the breakfast was fab

i d like to mention the guy behind the bar thursday evening -his name was ewan

one room turned into a very small fitness suite to de stress from kids or keep up with fitness if away for work

some issues connecting to the wifi

evan

the hotel is a little dated, gym equipment in particular was very old fashioned.

location and quick parking late check out at 12 ...

the bar / restaurant area has a continental feel

lovely bar and restaurant on site

nice breakfast included, pleasant staff at night in the bar and in the daytime

the lady on reception/ bar was fantastic and our evening meal was lovley

the wifi wasn t very good

spa facilities available

2nd phone didn t work so had to go down to reception to order room service or if something wrong

dog friendly. nice location, plenty parking. good breakfast

no phone signal at hotel and wifi is poor

lovely staff , bar great, food amazing , big comfy bed , breakfast was fab

just a tiny bit dated in terms of furniture in restaurant and bar area

beautiful rooms, friendly staff and amazing breakfast.

and the breakfast was superb we had evening meal on both nights and the food was excellent lovely bar staff couldn't be any better will definitely recommend well done the anchor

the breakfast was such good quality and a great selection to suit most tastes

excellent dog friendly bar & restaurant

the bar and restaurant were spacious, comfortable and cosy

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

the restaurant and bar area are really comfortable and welcoming

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

we enjoyed, spending time in the bar with locals and other guests, dinner and breakfast twice, both excellent, and the room was very

nice bar downstairs, comfortable chairs, warm and a good choice of ale/beers

friendly staff good choice of ales excellent bar meals!

really liked the decor downstairs in the bar and restaurant area, modern but equally traditional

had lots of character, nice warm cosy bar and a restaurant with nice features.

the bed was comfortable and the bar was well stocked with friendly staff on hand to help wherever needed

as per other reviews the rooms are noisy until the bar closes. gi to the bar:)

the bar was small but lively

wifi good enough to work from

location and great restaurant and friendly bar in close proximity was fantastic

clean, great food, spacious room, late check out. will def stay again. ate too and food fabulous

the bar area is also very welcoming, with excellent food

breakfast a treat

great food, bar and sky tv

the restaurant/ bar were lovely well priced drink’s excellent menu for dinner and a substantial breakfast

reception answered the phone promptly, room service was excellent, and i only paid for a standard room in the end, not the superior, so it

spacious room, blackout curtains, nice bar downstaires

wifi available in room

ich is early for a restaurant) including room service

and all nearby restaurants bars and shops

the staff are lovely and pleasant, so helpful the young lady behind the bar is a credit to the place

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.

location, staff, room, bar and value for money

clean tidy new bar manager

breakfast was delicious and beautifully presented

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

beautiful room, delicious breakfast and very helpful staff.

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

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

good was beautiful and presented lovely the staff are so nice and helpful the bar staff where chatty and cared about our

food was amazing would definitely recommend the women were absolutely amazing with our 3 young kids

noise, kids running around the corridors at night, bathroom very old and needs updating and draft coming

the drinks at the bar were a bit expensive

was superb, nice to have a bar downstairs and food was great

room service

start to finish perfect,staff breakfast location

wifi was very poor.

was spacious, clean and all the facilities were great

a rare combination of great building, very nice staff, great room service, good food

room was immaculately clean as was the kitchen area

superbly stocked kitchen

i loved the kitchen

refreshments, snacks, breakfast in shared kitchen

friendly welcome, spotlessly clean bedroom, bathroom and kitchen

easy to find and plenty of free parking available

excellent breakfast and dinner.very handy for the a66 with easy parking .

after a visit to the now very famous barnard castle which is only a short drive away it was back to the hotel for dinner

good parking and pleasant surroundings

parking, friendly receptionist, food. room and bed were lovely

also they have a gym and a pool which we used

plenty of parking

view from our room are stocks of linens for laundry

and well kept gardens, spa set withing garden as well, made spa visit very relaxing

nice hotel . very quiet. lovely reception. only wish they did a hot breakfast

close to facilities and got early check in

the café area was not very attractive, with a simple breakfast available, but there are some cafés and a restaurant close by for a nice morning coffee

neighbouring restaurant didn't open until 9am, so i had to go off-site to get a full breakfast (but not the fault of the hotel itself)

early check in, reasonable check out time... hotel was clean, and staff were lovely ..

very comfortable room, good wifi, and plenty of parking, and enjoyed the breakfast

staff food very good room clean and excellent value will use the hotel again especially with the golf course on site

30 at night from kids running anbout and then the cleaners trying to come into our room 3 times from 09

room was lovely and very spacious, the staff were very friendly and very accommodating, lovely golf course and driving range

was a bit noisy- but that waa just the wedding party's kids who were bored and running around bless them

the late check out was great, the bed was really comfy and the breakfast was amazing.

room was excellent x bar drinks good value x close to places of interest

nice bar

was brilliant, we used the pool and steam room this time too and were not disappointed by it all

freindly staff great location and great pool/gym

early check in as room ready on arrival

spacious clean room, very comfortable bed and free parking on-site.

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

all good, if anything parking

staff, clean rooms, decent bar and free parking

lovely stay lovely bar lovely people, really nice for a nice little get away!

nice bar downstairs and if your going out in the town this location is good, it’s a 10 minute taxi

there’s a bar downstairs where you can relax on an evening

nice bar with a pool table downstairs

bed was ok to sleep and they allowed early check in and later check out

limited choice of breakfast and same menu on a daily basis.

right next to places to eat too which was ideal with the kids

kids running around in the corridors late at night parents fault not the hotel a member of staff

i will be back in a few week. breakfast room service was great ud83dudc4d

very easy , staff brilliant and car park very accomadating for our car and trailer

the food in the bar was good as well as the breakfast in the morning

really lovely rooms and host. friendly bar too.

evening food in the bar was also very nice

the food, beer and the service in the bar was excellent

very friendly service relaxing bar good food liked rooms with own entrance

the blinds didn’t close properly waking kids up super early! a small thing in comparison tho!

size of the family room was excellent extremely good for the kids

liked the room which i got and continental breakfast, hotel entrance good, easy check-in, good staff member

room (twin beds) with no extra costs, got a three bed room next to the eating area, delicious breakfast from a friendly cook, great location (next to bus

up to mark, quiet night, nice view from my window, worth for the amount which i paid, got free breakfast it was good this place is very comfortable for travelers, located near to city

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

breakfast service could have been better

the bar and communal areas where very comfortable and well kept

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

very good breakfast. a pleasant hotel.

a large selection of choice for breakfast and friendly staff

but the staff provided very nice sandwiches with salad & fries on room service

only thing that can be an issue is the guest wifi, which does not have great coverage in all the rooms

dog friendly with lots of garden area and access to breakfast room

nice room clean plenty parking excellent food nice friendly staff great stay.