Holiday Inn Darlington-A1 Scotch Corner by IHG

Hotels
Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts
8.2 (2249 reviews)
A1/A66 Junction , Scotch Corner , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Helpfulness of staff
Great location
Spacious rooms
Good amenities
Cons:
Issues with cleanliness
Food quality concerns
Cold bathrooms

Categories

Cleanliness
7.53
Some reviewers mentioned dirty sheets and unclean tables, indicating concerns over cleanliness.
Service
9
Multiple guests highlighted helpful and friendly staff during their stay.
Location
8.54
The location received positive feedback for being convenient for travel.
Room Quality
7.99
Most rooms were considered spacious and comfortable, despite some mentioning cold temperatures.
Amenities
8.52
Facilities like the swimming pool and leisure center were positively noted.
Value for Money
8.48
Guests felt the offerings, especially half-board options, provided good value.
Food and Beverage
7.53
Mixed reviews on food quality, with concerns over some items being poor.
Overall Experience
8
Overall, guests enjoyed their stay, with several highlighting the festive decorations.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 08:17

Property Description

Convenient Location
The Holiday Inn Darlington-A1 Scotch Corner boasts an ideal location at the A1/A66 junction, providing easy access to various nearby cities.

Leisure Facilities
Guests can enjoy complimentary access to the Active Life Leisure Centre, featuring a swimming pool, fitness centre, hot tub, and beauty therapies for ultimate relaxation.

Modern Amenities
Each en-suite room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, mini fridge, and tea/coffee-making facilities, ensuring a comfortable stay for every guest.

Experience the perfect blend of convenience and leisure at Holiday Inn Darlington-A1 Scotch Corner. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Please note that children under 16 years may not use the swimming pool at certain times.

Guests are advised the same card that was used to make the booking will be required to take the payment.

Please note that extra beds and cots can only be accommodated in the Executive Rooms.

Please note that children under 16 years may not use the swimming pool at certain times. Guests are advised the same card that was used to make the booking will be pre-authorized prior to arrival of the first night charge, for non-arrival and cancellation purposes. Please note that extra beds and cots can only be accommodated in the King Executive Room & King Sofa Bed Room.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: MME

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

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Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 2249 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.53
Service: 9
Location: 8.54
Room Quality: 7.99
Amenities: 8.52
Value for Money: 8.48
Food and Beverage: 7.53
Overall Experience: 8
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davidwO4988MY Business London, England
6
Excellent breakfast, clean and spacious room. Noise levels was an issue as sound proofing very poor between Roos
Pros:

Spacious room, lovely and clean, great breakfast, ample parking, dog friendly, friendly staff. Shame about the sound proofing between rooms.

2026-05-16 via Tripadvisor
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Lyn couple gb
9
2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Creavy family_with_children je
6
2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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gemma solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Location and facilities

Cons:

I was woken at 12.34 , 1.38, 2.15 but guests fighting and banging on doors outside my room. I actually felt quite scared.

I tried ringing hotel reception from my phone but it wasn’t answered.

I did feel quite scared and I left the hotel at around 6am as I couldn’t get back to sleep.

Apart from that the stay was fine

2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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Colin couple gb
5
Pros:

Room was cold Heating out of order. Eventually they brought a heavier duvet and an electric fan heater.

Cons:

As above

2026-05-13 via Nuitee
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Lesley couple gb
10
Staff were very friendly and helpful
2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Edwin v H solo_traveller nl
9
2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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Andy Hartley solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

The rooms were excellent and very clean and the breakfast was excellent.

2026-05-10 via Nuitee
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sophiebW4487IS Family
2
Parking Scam
Pros:

We parked at the Holiday Inn for a total of 10 minutes whilst we got a Starbucks with the engine running. we were not asked for a ticket by the barista and we were issued with a £100 fine a few weeks later. When we posted our receipt to them it was rejected. This is a scam parking operation and we would therefore recommend that people stay well away from the Holiday Inn Darlington as well as any other Holiday Inn, very disappointed.

2026-05-09 via Tripadvisor
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Liza family_with_children gb
10
Felt very welcoming as soon as we entered the building the staff were absolutely great.
Pros:

Very welcoming, staff friendly , very helpful

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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Aladegbola solo_traveller gb
6
2026-05-09 via Nuitee
A
Angela solo_traveller gb
10
Had a lovely catch up
Pros:

We enjoyed everything shower pool changing facilities need updating

Cons:

The pool changing rooms

2026-05-08 via Nuitee
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Dawn solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Staff friendly food outstanding

2026-05-08 via Nuitee
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Ian couple gb
7
Pros:

Breakfast and dinner good.
Room was old and required an extra heater which worked.

2026-05-08 via Nuitee
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sharon couple gb
10
Pros:

Convenient.bright. Friendly

2026-05-07 via Nuitee
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Raymond solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

Pool ok

Cons:

Bathroom design. Toilet roll was a fixed immediately behind the toilet so was impossible to reach

2026-05-06 via Nuitee
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Jayne solo_traveller gb
10
2026-05-06 via Nuitee
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Harragan solo_traveller gb
7
2026-05-06 via Nuitee
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Diane couple gb
5
Reasonable stay
Pros:

Location was close to our wedding function

Cons:

Breakfast was a little over cooked on our second day

2026-05-06 via Nuitee
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Ronald couple gb
9
2026-05-06 via Nuitee