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The Hoptimist

2.5 star property
Hotel in Stockton-on-Tees

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Bar (on property)
Terrace/patio
1 bedroom
Classic Single Room | 1 bedroom
Bar (on property)

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

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34 Yarm Ln, Stockton-on-Tees, England, TS18 1ES
  • University Hospital of North Tees
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Teesside University
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Wynyard Woodland Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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1 bedroom

Classic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom

Classic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Single Room | 1 bedroom

Classic Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Comfort Double Room | 1 bedroom

Comfort Double Room

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

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1 bedroom

Economy Double Room

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

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Comfort Single Room | 1 bedroom

Comfort Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom

Classic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Stockton-on-Tees

Within a short walk of Ropner Park, The Hoptimist is within 2 miles (3 km) of Wild Animal Adventures.

What's nearby

  • Wild Animal Adventures - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • University Hospital of North Tees - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Teesside University - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Wynyard Woodland Park - 8 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Riverside Stadium - 8 min drive - 5.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Thomas Sheraton - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Borge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Golden Smog - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The John Walker Tavern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dr Mcgonigles - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Hoptimist

Hotel in Stockton-on-Tees
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.

Languages

English

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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

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and 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 there parking available at The Hoptimist ?

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

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).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Hoptimist ?

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

The Hoptimist Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 44 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Alison

Business traveler
Perfect for a work trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Xiangdong

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect for contractors only.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kemi

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

gary

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

Enjoyable stay

Great 1 night stop over easy friendly check in,free upgrade definitely use again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

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

Lovely landlady

Lovely landlady and locals, landlady was very friendly and really informative regarding our stay. She was kind enough to provide an upgrade on one of the rooms too! Pub immaculately clean!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

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

Central pub with rooms.

A nice pub with rooms which is perfect for all the shops, pubs and restaurants in Stockton. Stayed on business so ideal - nice staff, easy quick check in and out. Parking is free after 5pm on the streets outside.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Jacek

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Nayyar

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Vicent

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kemi

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy bed for the night. Shared toilet had a wonky seat but clean enough.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I used this accommodation for work which provided me with what I needed just would not like to stay for a holiday as vey basic and shared bathroom and toilet.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Davey

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

Excellent for business

Regularly stay here and it’s spot on for business stays …..
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

Jobs a goodun !!!!!

Stayed here a few times for work purposes ……. Good value for money …. Clean , comfy and convenient for town…… only down side is the stairs to all rooms ….. only an issue if you have mobility problems or lots of luggage !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love that we did not need to move the car all weekend. Theres 24 hour parking that cost us no more than 3 pounds and Sunday was free. Very welcoming and easy check in. Room was as stated and very clean. Tea and coffee available in the room. We went for dinner at the peking garden that I 1000 percent reccomend and did a pub crawl from the hotel around town. An amazing night out and our 24 hour access key back into the hotel proved useful! The shower was amazing! Super warm and powerful. Easy check out. Thank you the hoptimist for being affordable, clean and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cleaness was good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Janine

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One night stay in this loud hotel and constant noise all night outside. Booked as a stopover for my daughter and myself but got a call as we were on our way to the hotel to advise that there was Issues with hotels.com allowing children when this is for over 18s only. They kindly allowed us to stay as long as we didn’t go through the bar but to find out a couple of hours before we can check in wasn’t great. The room was very basic and the sink was damaged, the shower area was dirty and very dated.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Daniel

If ya want a cold the day after, go here!

I had to check out due to the COLD! Read this before going! This was the cheapest I could find. Never again! I check in at the pub ("reception") and there reasonably nice welcome. Had been "upgraded" for free they told me. I obviously said thanks and went up with the host. I got inside, and they left. immediately it becomes evident that heating the room is an issue. The pub is probably an old heritage building, old enough that it'll be daft cold in the winter and hot in the summer. I laid in bed under the duvet to test and see. with pants! still cold! Nose was too. Hands too... No way this would become any warmer. I checked heater, and it was on full blast. Decided to call hotels.com to see what the right procedure would be if I wanted a refund. Phoneguy would stay on the line while I go and ask them for a refund (their advice) Girl in charge was in a darts game on her "night off" and couldnt be bothered to come over. When I did get her over, I told her the situation and that i'd like a refund with no ill tone, but literally just concerned. She wouldn't give it, but gave a speech how guests have complained about everything else in the room but not the heating... very phoned in, as this was something they were used to repeating. Said I shud've come down to them b4 callin Hotels, as If that makes a difference. Rude crew. If your guest is cold, refund! simple! Upgrade was for me to think i'd gotten a good deal. Room tiny and cold. As close to a scam as it gets.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025