Darrington Hotel by Greene King Inns

3.0 star property
Inn in Pontefract with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Twin Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Reception
Children's area
Bar (on property)

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Great North Road, Pontefract, England, WF8 3BL
  • Junction 32 Outlet Shopping Village
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Xscape Yorkshire
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Pontefract Racecourse
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

Family Room (2 adults and 1 Child)

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Quadruple Room

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Twin Room

  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Pontefract

Located within a leisurely stroll of Mid Yorkshire Golf Club, Darrington Hotel by Greene King Inns is within a few miles (5 km) of All Saints Church. This 28-room, 3-star inn welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Junction 32 Outlet Shopping Village - 6 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Xscape Yorkshire - 6 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Pontefract Racecourse - 8 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • University of Leeds - 25 min drive - 22.2 miles
  • Temple Newsam House - 25 min drive - 18.9 miles

Getting around

  • Knottingley Station - 5 min drive
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cobbler - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cotts Beverages - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Darrington - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Darrington Hotel by Greene King Inns

Inn in Pontefract with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
Guests of Darrington Hotel by Greene King Inns enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and a garden. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations.
Flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Coffee makers, hair dryers, and desks are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Darrington Hotel by Greene King Inns?

Darrington Hotel by Greene King Inns provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see close to Darrington Hotel by Greene King Inns?

This inn is located in Pontefract within a short 10-minute walk of Mid Yorkshire Golf Club. You'll also find Pontefract Castle and All Saints Church within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Darrington Hotel by Greene King Inns?

Yes, though parking is available on request.

Does Darrington Hotel by Greene King Inns include a casino?

No, Darrington Hotel by Greene King Inns doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Darrington Hotel by Greene King Inns?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is Darrington Hotel by Greene King Inns good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a garden at this inn.

Does Darrington Hotel by Greene King Inns have a hot tub?

No, this inn doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Darrington Hotel by Greene King Inns have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Darrington Hotel by Greene King Inns doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Darrington Hotel by Greene King Inns allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Darrington Hotel by Greene King Inns.

Does Darrington Hotel by Greene King Inns have connecting rooms?

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

Where is the closest airport to Darrington Hotel by Greene King Inns?

The closest major airport to Darrington Hotel by Greene King Inns is Doncaster (DSA-Sheffield), which is 22.2 mi away (35 minutes by car). Another top airport is Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford), which is around 21.2 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Darrington Hotel by Greene King Inns?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Darrington Hotel by Greene King Inns.

Reviews

Darrington Hotel by Greene King Inns Reviews

7.4

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 319 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 118 out of 319 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 319 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 319 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 319 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Brian

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Rooms are OK, dont expect high standard. Food is typical pub food but menu was large so plenty to choose from. Lots of parking and convenient to motorway.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Julien

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No hot water for two consecutive days. They have had a problem with their boilers since January and still have to refill every twenty to thirty minutes just to maintain any hot water. The restaurant is awful. The food is just gross.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Laraine

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Jonathan

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was outdated and dirty Cold showers and luke warm bath water
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Cheap and cheerful is the only way I can describe this. It was perfectly fine, nothing wrong just also not great. Staff were fantastic, but room is tired and bare bones, shower was weak and missing shampoo.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

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

Food

Sunday lunch could be better,breakfast good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Vivien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was isolated. It was very quiet at evening times so would not like to sit in the bar more or less by ourselves. No access to Sky Sports ( which Greene King is well known for) so we travelled to other venues. It is a lovely hotel and bar but only for those who like a really quiet time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service and no problems with parking etc
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Simon

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Rough looking place

It's a pity because the building is nice and has character, like the bar/dining area. The staff were nice and the food was good. But the bedroom... All 4 doors to access the bedrooms were dirty in the area where ppl push them open. Our door, which was hard ro open, looked like it had been prised open and no-one had bothered to repair it. The room looked nice at a first glance, but then I saw the walls were dirty, TV aerial cable was dangling from the wall socket, not plugged in to the TV, bathroom extractor fan didn't work, toilet seat was wrong size and a dirty hand soap dispenser on the wall was empty, but another one with soap in was lying on the side. See photos. Again, it's a pity because a bit of attention could make the place look if not good, at least minimum standards. I get the impression that someone managing the place has a no f12ks given attitude towards the place. I pay the same and less to stay in clean presentable hotels which also have children's breakfast included.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

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

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Rooms decorated nicely although a bit tired looking. Staff very friendly. Bathroom had not been cleaned properly, hair still in the shower and sink and an awful stain running down the side of the sink. Room was advertised as having a rainfall shower, I received a room with a tiny broken shower head that was leaking so badly there was no pressure, it was also far too low, I’m 6ft and I had to bend down to shower. You can also hear all the noise from the corridor as there are large gaps in the door.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Cherrelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a lovely hotel with lovely staff in a nice location, I do like the kings inn hotels but admittedly the bathroom wasn’t very clean nor modern and it did smell a little, but it was still good for the price we paid to stay there. The bed was comfortable and we had a sleep without any disturbances. Also breakfast was nice, and the bar maids were very nice and it was very calm and chilled to sit and have a drink in the evening.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

J

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Tom

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ruby

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, clean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Lesley

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Staff at breakfast didn’t seem overly bothered that we had to keep asking for bread, milk, plates etc
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Teresa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Not quite a premier inn

Check out on the Hotels.com website says 12:00 noon check out but its 11:00 am, main carpets need cleaning and a little paint in the room wouldn't go a miss Toilet takes required to pump the flush. TV signal on and off. Would stay again even though a few minor points.also first time ever I've seen a insect trap in the room at the side of the Bed and I've travelled the world.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Enjoyed my stay overnight and food was nice my only issue was there was no hot water at the night or next morning
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024