Holiday Inn Darlington-A1 Scotch Corner by IHG

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Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts
8.2 (2423 reviews)
A1/A66 Junction , Scotch Corner , GB
+44 1748 850900

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

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Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 2423 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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Emma • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Carole • extended_group • gb
8
Pros:

Clean, big rooms, really helpful reception staff (Helen), good breakfast.

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Egan • couple • gb
10
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Bruce • couple • gb
8
2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Diane • family_with_children • gb
8
Pros:

Really convenient as a stop over and really nice helpful staff. Also good breakfast

Cons:

Was all fine

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Ian • couple • gb
8
Very good
Pros:

Location , size of room , very helpful staff member when we chose the cheaper breakfast , bacon sandwich fruit pot yogurt and granola . Good ambience in the bar at evening , good shower

Cons:

All fine for us

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Mark • solo_traveller • gb
9
Great parking and handy with the gym on site.
Pros:

Loads of parking and was comfortable and clean.

Cons:

Everything was fine.

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Sheila • couple • gb
8
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • gb
10
Just was we needed on our journey
Pros:

Evening meal and breakfast excellent and totally up to expectations

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Ashley • solo_traveller • gb
2
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Shakil • couple • gb
8
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Tracey • couple • gb
10
Had an amazing stay at this hotel!!
Pros:

The location was fantastic staff very friendly and helpful the pool facilities were fantastic and food was top notch!! Highly recommended

Cons:

Nothing to dislike

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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carolanne • couple • gb
1
Not good, waste of money.
Pros:

It was in a convenient place.

Cons:

It was a bit smelly. We booked this as it had a 24 hr room service menu just in case we hit traffic on the way. When we arrived after a traffic jam tired and hungry we were told that there was no food available due to staffing! We should have stayed at the travel lodge.

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • couple • gb
8
Great location for a stopover travelling long distance South to North, East to West.
Pros:

Really good choice for breakfast, well cooked and fresh. Staff very friendly and helpful. Location of hotel very easy to find and perfect for a stopover on a long trip from South to North of the country. Bed was huge and very comfortable.

Cons:

Very comfortable and clean room however it had a strong smell of stale smoke which took a while to get used to.

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Barry • couple • gb
7
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Gordon • couple • gb
8
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Wayne • family_with_children • gb
8
Pleasant
Cons:

It’s not mentioned that if you arrive at 18:20, you’re refused entry to the pool area as it closes at 19:00!My daughter and I were very disappointed as we could have used the facilities until 19:00.

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • solo_traveller • gb
6
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Hayley • extended_group • gb
9
The friendliness of the the gentleman on the breakfast reception area made our stay!
Pros:

Ideally situated for function

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • gb
7
Comfort could be improved by staff and ‘niceties’ on a basically good facility. Feels like they are trying to skimp and
Pros:

Generally nice and spacious. Rooms are a good size . Good breakfast

Cons:

Reception and management staff too officious and not greatly welcoming. Minimal comfort facilities in room. Limited tea / coffee options etc. in room.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee