Sporting Lodge Inn Middlesbrough

Hotels
7.4 (5194 reviews)
Low Lane, Thornaby, Stainton Village , Middlesbrough , gb
+44 1642 578100

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Decent location
Ample breakfast
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Poor maintenance of rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
5.61
Multiple reports of dirty rooms and poor hygiene.
Service
8.08
Mixed reviews, some staff were accommodating, but instances of poor service noted.
Location
9.12
Good location mentioned in several reviews.
Room Quality
5.57
Rooms reported as dated and poorly maintained.
Amenities
8.1
Facilities like pool and spa were positive, but issues reported with service.
Value for Money
8.56
General sentiment that the hotel is good value considering its location.
Food and Beverage
6.61
Breakfast had positive aspects, but several issues reported.
Overall Experience
7.58
Overall experience mixed; some positives but significant drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 02:01

Property Description

Escapezone Leisure Club Facilities
Guests can indulge in a range of complimentary facilities at our Escapezone Leisure Club, from a 25-metre swimming pool to a relaxing sauna and steam room. Stay active at the gym or pamper yourself at the spa - the choice is yours!

Comfortable Rooms
Relax in our well-equipped rooms featuring a TV, tea and coffee making facilities, and en-suite bathrooms. Enjoy a cozy and convenient stay at Sporting Lodge Inn.

Dining at Old Poste House Bar & Grill
Savor a delicious breakfast each morning at Sporting Lodge Inn Middlesbrough and treat yourself to a diverse menu of food and drinks at the laid-back Old Poste House Bar & Grill.

Book now to experience a perfect blend of comfort, leisure, and convenience at Sporting Lodge Inn!

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 5194 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.61
Service: 8.08
Location: 9.12
Room Quality: 5.57
Amenities: 8.1
Value for Money: 8.56
Food and Beverage: 6.61
Overall Experience: 7.58
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Gail • family_with_children • gb
10
Pros:

Ideal location

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Gary • solo_traveller • gb
5
Average
Pros:

Convenient

Cons:

No bath towels
No fan as no air conditioning especially with the current heat wave
Felt the building and rooms were tired

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • gb
1
Dirty, dated and noisy
Pros:

Location is good

Cons:

Noises. Not clean. Dated rooms. Towels not clean. Woke up with lots of bites from the bedding.

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Callum • couple • gb
10
Worth the money
Pros:

Comfortable and value for money

Cons:

Doesn’t look like the photos at all

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Darren • couple • gb
9
Very satisfying
Pros:

Easy going

Cons:

Proximity

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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emily • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

The breakfast and the leisure club facilities. Adequate room and great it's dog friendly. Approx 15 min drive to beach.

Cons:

Onsite pub sticky floor

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Shane • extended_group • ie
1
Pros:

The staff

Cons:

Carpets where not clean there was somebody hitting the walls all night I would like refund

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Pete • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Stayed here before and everything is as expected. Not the best; not the worst. A little expensive but good for a one-nighter.

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Coleen • solo_traveller • bg
8
Pros:

Love that you can use the swimming pool, jacuzzi, steam room and sauna for free

Cons:

The rooms were basic and a bit dated

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Janis • solo_traveller • lv
7
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Donna • solo_traveller • gb
3
Pros:

Staff

Cons:

Slamming of doors till 3am and people shouting all night. People walking around in tracksuits with slippers and dressing gown over it 🤦🏼‍♀️. Door not locking everytime

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Alison • couple • gb
9
Just what we needed for the short period.
Cons:

Loo didn't flush properly

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Gillian • couple • gb
10
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Reward • couple • gb
7
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • extended_group • gb
5
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • solo_traveller • gb
7
Excellent choice for the trip to meet up with family.
Pros:

Plenty of parking.
Swimming pool
Breakfast included

Cons:

Staff on reception could be friendlier.
Shower needs updating

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Neil • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Orourke • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Everywhere was clean and nice. The rooms were good with the added bonus of having unlimited access to swimming pools , sauna and steam room. Was a good stay

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Whittall • solo_traveller • gb
7
Needs updating
Pros:

Ideal quiet location for visiting family in Middlesbrough

Cons:

Very dated furnishings..

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee