plenty of car parking

room was very spacious but also cosy with very comfy bed and amazing spa bath

comfy bed, great shower, huge fluffy white towels and flannels shower gel etc and a lovely breakfast

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

friendly staff, laid back atmosphere, fantastic food. great prices for stay and bar prices.

the price the room was fantastic, food was fresh and the bar reasonably priced, breakfast was excellent would stay again and pay more as i feel the room was

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

breakfast was really good

we had dinner in the evening and breakfast the next morning and the food was all excellent

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

a very well stocked bar with friendly staff

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

little gem, spacious room that accommodated family with 3 kids

bar prices was good lower than expected

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

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

we were asked if we want any room service, newspapers or a wake up call

outside the door was a big bonus and dog friendly and 5 minutes from the city with a wonderful bar and restaurant highly

good wifi signal

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

wifi great, easy access to restaurant/pub, quiet in evening, free parking, close to durham center

reception wasn't ideal but we probably should have asked for the wifi code

om 16) was not acceptable due to poor signal and dropouts

eventually ended up in the golfclub to ask directions

wifi didnt reach the room

wifi in outside rooms

excellent service, clean and big rooms, comfortable beds, great wifi.

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

and warm room, comfy beds, friendly staff, accepted early check in request

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

it was clean and tidy, plenty of parking spaces and near to the town.

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

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

the breakfast bar was ok and the cooked options really good

the bar downstaire was super nice

early check in

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

early check in without any fuss, and relaxed check out

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

fab location five mins from centre. citypubhotel bar and staff fab also .

lovely bar downstairs with great cocktails, and the manager is a lovely chap

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

the staff couldn’t do enough when we arrived, had a drink in the bar and had a great breakfast

the bar has a great atmosphere we will definitely be

big comfortable bed, clean, breakfast - plentiful, tasty, attentive staff, clean restaurant, bar - well stocked, attentive staff, acceptable

had something to eat in the hotel bar, so it wasn’t to much of an inconvenience, though the kids were hyper about

breakfast was excellent, hotel bar and restaurant were good and the staff were very helpful and friendly and swiftly dealt with a

great location friendly and helpful stuff very comfort room sufficient gym

location - close to centre. good food in bar and breakfast.

children are allowed in the pool would have been useful as it was not a relaxing environment with kids

bar prices and people walking past the bat to go gym and pool

relaxed and clean , we didn't have our room serviced because we only stayed 2 nights , but the bar was happy to give us more tea bags as we only had 2

breakfast

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

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

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

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

friendly bar maid for check in and breakfast services

bar was

we asked if there was anything they can do early for us, even a banana for the kids would've sufficed

wifi was at little hot and miss but ok

staff were pleasant and the food was good. easy car parking and good facilities.

couldn't find any staff in the early evening, as we were going to order a room service meal

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

wifi did not work

contrary to information on booking, no wifi

wifi access

an old tv that did not work and no wifi

double glazing)

most, thihings except the ev charger only charged at 16a instead of 32a

separate section with single beds for the kids which was great for everyone

sofa bed and extra bed was ideal for the 2 kids

if they had pool & gym, this place could charge a lot more & it would be worth

had super fast ev chargers available - free

the breakfast was very nice also, including the service

in a chalet in the grounds very comfortable lovely big bed and bathroom was fantastic with big spa bath

the food in hotel and room service was excellent and very quick

the wifi connection was slow.

just all round great place, even better if you have kids

bar prices compared really well with tourist prices in town centre

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

lovely breakfast and very accommodating with my early check in - thanks!

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

breakfast, clean and tidy hotel

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

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

liked the fact there was a bar by reception

very noisy guests younger kids banging doors constantly through the night

service from the guy on reception who helped set up the kids beds and was so friendly and helpful he was

colin also organised taxis for us and checked out spa times, amazing service

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

cheaper bar drinks

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

good breakfast

our room was lovely & quiet & the breakfast amazing

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

comfortable luxury quiet peaceful. pool sauna jacuzzi steaming facilities amazing.

not relaxing as kids swimming lessons taking place

update needed on wifi, particularly superior rooms area of

it was full of young kids - even in the jacuzzi which wasn t allowed but no one challenged the large

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

plenty of parking to the side and rear of the property

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

availability to options concerning room service breakfast

great gym facilities. bar food really tasty.

lovely room,bed was really comfy and room service was on point .

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

had a gym

there is a gym on the ground floor which must have been directly below our room

very clean room comfy bed kitchen good

size of rooms was good an it had a kitchen

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

we ate lunch there but didn’t have breakfast

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

room was perfect for our stay evening meal and next day breakfast were very nice and couldn't fault it

good old fashioned b&b . great breakfast.

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

the bar was very relaxing and the restaurant was soothing

my kids loved it

the actual location of the castle is amazing, great sights of the valley or golf course from any window

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

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

early check in

lovely bar and lounge area to relax in

travelled with my 3yo and is was ideal, deluxe room had plenty of space and the kids menu in the bar was spot on

room size was fabulous and breakfast was delicious.

many disabled car parking

good choice at breakfast and plenty of staff serving in the restaurant

evening meal menu was extensive and choice of breakfast was superb

beautiful grounds and enjoyed the fire engine bar and a meal in the restaurant

it was a nice touch giving us a welcome glass of champagne and cakes each, we had the option of breakfast being delivered to our room at no extra cost which we appreciated and was the best

no disabled parking

the room service menu was very good, service fast and good humored

kids options available

were kids running all around in the corridors down the stairs knocking on doors

kids options available

lovely bar with original features and nice outdoor seating area, dog friendly

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

was some choice language from some of the locals at the bar

lovely bar area

highly recommend staying here there is evening entertainment on over the weekend in the pubic bar downstairs bar prices are very reasonable there is also a shop just across the road that stocks

continental breakfast being on a tray outside bedroom door, great location for the hotel and the bar menu and food was very cheap and fab value

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

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

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

no food, no kitchen on that night but italian restaurant next door was good

room service and the food was fantastic, really enjoyed it

2) very comfortable bed easy parking

great location, easy parking , excellent food , staff first class.

the free wifi was an added bonus

wifi poor but some could say that is a benefit, however we face time and unable to get a connection

location excellent you would never know you were right on the a1 even has a gym brill

friendly staff. nice and quick room service

clean and friendly with gym also there

it was quite and friendly. lovely gym to use. had a lovely dinner the staff were very helpful.

it's dog friendly and good room service

accompanied by two small dogs all our meals were taken in the downstairs bar with us generally being the only people there in the morning and mostly also in the evening

was first class for breakfast, evening meal we had was the early dinner 3 course with house wine, great value and again

even sorted room service out when they were extremely busy definitely recommend if you want a great night

very relaxed atmosphere. food in the antler bar was proper pub grub brilliant

loved the breakfast. good variety, hot and delicious

room service was given as we were too tired after our drive to dine in the restaurant and both the

lots of car parking

had a couple of ev chargers

wifi good

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

will be back again but please bring back phones and room service

loved the hotel setting loved the swimming pool/ gym friendly and attentive staff felt safe and covid regulations

lovely hotel with great rooms & facilities especially the pool

reception said restaurant was not ideal for kids

great for a stop off on a long journey and great to have the pool for our kids to have a swim in and work off some energy

the rooms were large, clean, nice bathrooms and had parking right outside

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

downside would be the wifi is not very good in the room but worked better in the

the room was lovely, warm and comfortable and parking right outside the room

area is well set out and the food was very nice good portion sizes nicely presented the bar / lounge area was comfortable to relax after a nice meal and a busy day we also liked the fact

really friendly staff, great location close to beamish and other activities for kids.

dinner and room service meals seemed expensive.we ate out .

gym was very tiny, almost unusable which is a shame

room service available at a reasonable rate

our room was big and the sofa bed was perfect for kids. tasty breakfast

location was great for the cricket world cup game, and the staff were amazing, as was the late check out and breakfast

lovely bar and restaurant on site

beds very comfortable, late check out, shower very powerful, reception staff and cook very friendly and helpful when we

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

the best but i dont mind it overall its in a quiet area really good place to stay and take your kids to

we were tired from traveling so didn't want to have evening meal in the bar just wanted to stay in our room

lovely bar area and food was delicious

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

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

excellent dog friendly bar & restaurant

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

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

the restaurant and bar area are really comfortable and welcoming

the bar and restaurant were spacious, comfortable and cosy

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

friendly staff in bar area. great food and beers

with kids this was an issue

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

the location was beautiful kids lived playing in the stream

the second day touring the northumberland 250, good location on the main road with lots of secure parking

although the breakfast bar did not initially look promising the cooked breakfast was delicious, with special mention for

easy parking, easy to access

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

nice atmosphere in bar & lounge would like to return when weather is better as it was blowing a gale overnight which

room was a good size, lots of storage too, shower was good, bar and restaurant are lovely and the staff are very

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

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

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

the drinks at the bar were a bit expensive

location, clean, comfortable good food in the bar . lovely view .

cleanliness, room, atmosphere, breakfast, food, staff

bar dining area and cosy rooms with nice views

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

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

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

lovely decor throughout and really good breakfast

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

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

room was directly above the kitchen air con units which started at 6 am in the morning and was extremely loud as well as being

the bar staff were very helpful in organising us a taxi

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

friendly staff, great bar ud83cudf78

location, staff, room, bar and value for money

friendly staff and sorted us with an early check in

breakfast was excellent

good parking

great breakfast and really friendly staff.

little to criticise here other than a lack of real ales in the bar

a bonus was secure off steet parking

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

negative was spa small and pool full of kids

i enjoyed how quite is was and the room service was excellent

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

place to stop enjoyed it definitely recommend it i ll be back to play golf and my wife will use the spa

size room, comes with a breakfast and you can add on

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

.everything except the breakfast

couldn’t do enough for us, really professional and great breakfast, really good valve for money

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

breakfast was lovely

issues with wifi

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

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

breakfast excellent

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

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

breakfast was delicious and beautifully presented

very helpful staff, great restaurant and bar on the ground floor

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

wifi wasn t great

here before and we would recommend it, specially when we had a spa day at the bannatyne which is not too far away

the gym is off site

a small issue was that the wifi was very poor

staff were exceptional, the room service was impeccable and we were provided with an amazing room

it was great having the kitchen

early check in

refreshments, snacks, breakfast in shared kitchen

friendly welcome, spotlessly clean bedroom, bathroom and kitchen

superbly stocked kitchen

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

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

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

staff lovely and the people in the bar were fun and friendly so i would spend time there

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

there were no issues with the wifi which we sometimes get

everyone very helpful landlady very friendly good breakfast hood bar food.

lovely staff, big room, comfy bed, warm room, good parking

all good, if anything parking

they were really accommodating with an early check in when we had a wedding to attend

excellent breakfast excellent dinner off site room very nice

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

was lovely and breakfast was fantastic which was included in the price

are very pleasant and knowledgeable, a special thank you to sarah at breakfast, nicole in the bar and last but not least leanne at reception, we really enjoyed our stay and hopefully stay again

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

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

very friendly bar with excellent staff , especially becca who worked very hard to make our stay an enjoyable one

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

huge room, comfortable bed, nice breakfast

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

nice location, great food/gym/spa facilities and very helpful staff with high level customer service given to us by toby in

room service food quality and warmth weren't great, no condiments offered.

the gym is not the best but again ok for a one off workout whilst away on business but no cardio

ough going to the restaurant just after a coach party had been through

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

pool, spa & location

spa wasn’t open on a sunday, would have used if open.

love it we visit regularly great location great pool spa facilities lovely staff restaurant overpriced and room service prices but offer great breakfast

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

went into the bar and everyone was friendly

downstairs bar with pool tables

as i arrived early, i was able to remote work in a quiet bar area of the hotel and was then offered early check-in free of

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

nice bar with a pool table downstairs

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

kids got up through the night to use the loo and drunk people falling in from the night out coming

the icing on the cake was a group of drunk kids right outside our room at 4-5am shouting and screaming and eating kebabs

staff ignorant booked early check in no response breakfast not great needs upgrade bit

room calm at that property no disturbances i got good parking place fresh and hot full english breakfast

free wifi, free parking right outside

plumbing in our room easy s bit noisy and wifi was patchy

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

few miles outside of barnard castle

was no wifi upstairs - despite what was advertised

we loved our room and our breakfast

the beds were comfortable and all laundry and towels were like new

enough to move room , on the saturday night while mum’s and dads where getting drunk at the bar kids were running up and down the hall

group of people came in with guns which obviously was for the sport shooting but made us and my kids feel uncomfortable and then straight after a big coach of drunk people got off and a man

what we needed, rooms was very clean and comfortable, breakfast was really good plenty of choice, kids had some breakfast so that says alotud83dude03, free parking was a bonus, staff were very

00 a trip is much easier and cheaper than parking in the city

there is wifi in rooms you need to ask for code from bar

staff, beautiful bar area and restaurant

staff were so friendly, hotel spotless and the food for dinner and breakfast was lovely

plenty of parking too