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Hotel Bannatyne Darlington

4.0 star property

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine
Interior detail
Bar (on property)
Executive Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property - evening/night

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Southend Avenue, Darlington, England, DL3 7HZ
  • Place, Raby Castle
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Darlington Civic Theatre
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Darlington Railway Centre and Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Double Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Darlington

Hotel Bannatyne Darlington places you within a leisurely stroll of St Cuthbert Church and Raby Castle. This 60-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, a full-service spa, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Raby Castle - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Darlington Civic Theatre - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Blackwell Grange Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Darlington Railway Centre and Museum - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • The Darlington Arena - 3 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

  • Darlington Station - 14 min walk
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Quakerhouse - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪House of Hop - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Uno Momento - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪ORB Micropub - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Coffee @ Elliots - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Bannatyne Darlington

A full-service spa, a steam room, and free WiFi in public areas are featured at Hotel Bannatyne Darlington. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage. Other amenities at this spa hotel include meeting rooms, conference space, and free newspapers.
Guests can expect free WiFi and TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include coffee makers, portable fans, and phones.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a steam room.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

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Exterior
Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel
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  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, 970 reviews
$114 nightly
The price is $137
May 17 - May 18
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekend cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 12 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Maxines

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Steam room

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 25 to December 26:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • One child stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 12 per person

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel Bannatyne Darlington?

Hotel Bannatyne Darlington offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Bannatyne Darlington?

As of Apr 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Bannatyne Darlington on Apr 26, 2026 start from $146, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do near Hotel Bannatyne Darlington?

This hotel is located in Darlington, a short 12-minute walk from Raby Castle and also 15 minutes on foot from Darlington Civic Theatre. You'll also find Darlington Railway Centre and Museum and The Darlington Arena within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Hotel Bannatyne Darlington?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Is a spa located at Hotel Bannatyne Darlington?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include massages.

Does Hotel Bannatyne Darlington have a casino at the property?

No, Hotel Bannatyne Darlington doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Bannatyne Darlington?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hotel Bannatyne Darlington a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant, a full-service spa, and a bar/lounge.

Does Hotel Bannatyne Darlington have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel does have a steam room.

Does Hotel Bannatyne Darlington have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Bannatyne Darlington serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge on weekend mornings at Maxines.

Does Hotel Bannatyne Darlington allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Bannatyne Darlington.

Does Hotel Bannatyne Darlington have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Hotel Bannatyne Darlington?

The closest major airport to Hotel Bannatyne Darlington is Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.), which is 7.9 mi away (18 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Bannatyne Darlington?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Bannatyne Darlington.

Does Hotel Bannatyne Darlington host weddings?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Hotel Bannatyne Darlington.

Hotel Bannatyne Darlington Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 233 out of 511 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 177 out of 511 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 511 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 511 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 511 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic Team, warm welcome, clean, comfortable and great food!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff are great and hotel is lovely and clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Felicity

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and comfortable. The water in the shower went from hot (how i like it) to tepid and then back. Staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfortably clean warm room. Central but quiet location. Good breakfast and very friendly staff. Good value
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Kai

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
The hotel is a bit tired-looking and could do with a refurb for sure, especially the rooms. It was also somehow way too hot during the night (which others I was traveling with also pointed out). The room was clean. Staff is friendly, we had a good chat when I was checking out.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is a proper hotel in the old school way. Courteous staff and a lovely feel, comfy bed, no parking charges, lovely restaurant and superb breakfast. Well done Mr Bannatyne. I will definitely come again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Check in staff were nice, strange things like no contactless available though having to pass card over. Main issue was the room though, I'd stayed at this hotel some years ago and chose it as i had an impression they were a bit nicer - somewhat of a treat. I won't stay again though, the room was tired, decorated poorly (the paint was sorta splashed outside the lines in bathroom, very weird
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Whilst the Bannatyne name tends to mean premium sports clubs/hotels etc.. i wouldn't describe this as a particularly premium place. Saying that, the room was well sized and bed comfy. Our bathroom happened to be an accessible one so it was huge but not exactly luxury shall we say. The free/included breakfast in nice. Coffee was good, sausages seemed premium and overall I enjoyed it. Service wise they were a small team quite rushed about, which I guess is pretty normal. You weren't seen to at the table really. More of a feeling that they hope you don't need anything. There was an event on with a disco of some kind but I heard absolutely nothing. I would stay again for £90-£100 if in the area and needed something reliable. There was parking.. although it's not advertised, so not sure what that's about. It's very close to the centre. We were a stones throw from Babul's Indian restaurant where we had food that night.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Jez

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ok but tired hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay as always
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bartholomew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bannatyne Hotel will definitely return

Good value great efficient staff very comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Joan

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Ed

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Heckmondwike

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent venue in the centre of Darlington
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miss Lorna C

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Brilliant hotel, brilliant team, delicious food
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Really nice clean hotel, friendly, helpful staff and a lovely breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anupom

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They checked us in early which was really appreciated as we were attending the touchdown festival.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Russell

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bar boy

Misra
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay. Caught drinks in the
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Adrian

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025