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The Hoptimist

2.5 star property

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Comfort Single Room
Bar (on property)
Bar (on property)
Terrace/patio

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

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34 Yarm Ln, Stockton-on-Tees, England, TS18 1ES
  • Place, Ropner Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Wild Animal Adventures
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, TeamSport Stockton
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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Classic Single Room

Classic Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Classic Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Single Room

Comfort Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Stockton-on-Tees

Within a short walk of Ropner Park, The Hoptimist is within 2 miles (3 km) of TeamSport Stockton.

What's nearby

  • Ropner Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • David Lloyd Leisure - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Wild Animal Adventures - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • TeamSport Stockton - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Teesside University - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Stockton Station - 13 min walk
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Thomas Sheraton (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Golden Smog - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Borge's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Peking Garden - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tipsy Turtle - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Hoptimist

The Hoptimist features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 18 and younger (only guests older than 18 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.
Property Registration Number 88767330

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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Garrick Hotel
The Hoptimist Hotel
The Hoptimist Stockton-on-Tees
The Hoptimist Hotel Stockton-on-Tees

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Hoptimist ?

The Hoptimist offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do near The Hoptimist ?

This hotel is located in Stockton-on-Tees within a short 14-minute walk of Ropner Park. You'll also find Wynyard Woodland Park and Middlesbrough Theatre within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Hoptimist ?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does The Hoptimist have a casino on the premises?

No, The Hoptimist doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Hoptimist ?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at The Hoptimist ?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Hoptimist feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, The Hoptimist doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Hoptimist allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Hoptimist .

Does The Hoptimist have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from The Hoptimist ?

The closest major airport to The Hoptimist is Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.), which is 8.6 mi away (21 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Hoptimist ?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Hoptimist .

The Hoptimist Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 68 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mr Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was immaculate, bed was very comfortable and room was spacious with a shower. The staff in Pub downstairs are very welcoming and friendly, plus drinks are great value. I have stayed here twive and would always choose here if staying in Boro again for value and quality of the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

marie

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

marie

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

marie

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room , professional dedicated staff who are hard working and impressively they've not taken up any small offers I've made that would have meant they would have had less work to do. I stopped suggesting things in the end because not one of them were interested and it dawned on me that that's why the property is so well managed and standards high . My offers made sense to me but to them it didn't and thats why it's a great success
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

marie

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

marie

Liked: Amenities
Good location for shopping and transport. Great staff, clean room and I recommend to anyone who wants a budget price for a premium stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, professional staff and very reasonably priced.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

J

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Andrew

Traveled with family
Booked a twin but none available on arrival. Left immediately and got alternative accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

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

The Hoptimist

Its a nice comfortable place for the price. Its in a decent location, around the corner from the High Street, theres plenty of food options in the area also, some locals pubs too. If you do like a drink there is a cosy pub downsatirs that offers a selection of drinks a reasonable prices.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked the staff great banter and good crack with other patrons to be had aswell only stayed 2nights but had a great time. Thankyou
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

K

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very friendly and welcoming, also supportive, i slept like a log
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Marcus

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sam

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Charles

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poor facilities, too much noise at night until 4am, shared bath/toilet
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

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

Clean, quiet and convenient.

Came to stay for an early morning interview. Was on train and delayed so was worried I might not make it. The owners were great and reassured me. Clean tidy too. Lovely comfy bed and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Hotel clean and comfortable but no parking close by. Staff very helpfull.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great pub with a comfortable room. Lively atmosphere. Staff were very friendly Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The accommodation was very good value for money (Breakfast not inclusive). Staff friendly and helpful. Enjoyed the stay (would stay again).
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Claire

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Unable to find booking when we arrived. No en suite bathroom which was not clear on the description.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025