Bannatyne Hotel Darlington

Hotels
8.2 (2861 reviews)
Southend Avenue , Darlington , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean
Friendly staff
Great location
Good value for money
Cons:
Limited parking
Room quality issues
Breakfast temperature concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
8.05
The hotel is described as clean; however, there were issues with service at times.
Service
8.45
Staff were generally helpful and friendly; some minor issues were noted.
Location
8.65
The location is consistently praised as excellent and convenient.
Room Quality
7.55
Some rooms were described as tired and dated, but others were comfortable.
Amenities
8.25
Amenities include great breakfast options and some pleasant extras like toiletries.
Value for Money
8.35
Guests felt the hotel offered good value, particularly with breakfast included.
Food and Beverage
7.95
Breakfast was generally good but some complaints about options and temperature.
Overall Experience
8.35
Overall, most guests seemed pleased with their stay despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 11:36

Property Description

Historical Charm Meets Modern Comfort

En-suite Rooms with Views - Enjoy the blend of 19th-century character and modern amenities in our en-suite rooms offering views of the town center or our beautiful gardens.

Access to Bannatyne Health Club and Spa - Guests have the privilege of accessing the Bannatyne Health Club and Spa, a modern gym with various exercise classes, swimming pools, and spa facilities, just a short walk or drive away.

Maxine’s Restaurant and Bar - Indulge in fresh, seasonal British cuisine, an array of wines, and single malt whiskies at our stylish Maxine’s Restaurant and Bar.

Book your stay now at Bannatyne Hotel Darlington for a perfect blend of history and luxury!

Important information:

Guests can receive discounted entry to the Bannatyne Health Club and Spa for GBP 10 per person.

A early check-in or a late check-out are only available by prior request, subject to an additional charge.

Please notice Bannatyne Hotel Darlington is a Cashless Unit

Please be aware a maximum of two guests requiring assistance (due to any form of disability or impairments) is permitted at the hotel on any given night due to fire, life safety policies, relating to the safe and appropriate time required to facilitate evacuation. Any guests that will require assistance from the hotel team to safely evacuate the property in case of an emergency for an overnight stay must state this at the booking stage.

Please note that there is no Dinner offering on Christmas Day
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 2861 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.05
Service: 8.45
Location: 8.65
Room Quality: 7.55
Amenities: 8.25
Value for Money: 8.35
Food and Beverage: 7.95
Overall Experience: 8.35
A
Anthony solo_traveller gb
9
Really nice stay and exceptional quality of food. Staff were delightful.
Pros:

Lovely building, with nice gardens

Cons:

Nothing really. Could do with air conditioning in the reception area and the rooms, but I appreciate that that can be expensive to install and run. But as our British summers get warmer, it may be something they will have to do.

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
S
Sclaki solo_traveller gb
7
Okay
Pros:

Good shower pressure
Comfortable bed
Location
Reasonable breakfast
Clean
Ok for a night for the price

Cons:

Shower head is fixed and at 5ft 11 had to stoop to wash hair. Shower spray wet all of the floor/screen is not long enough. Mouldy areas in bathroom. Fan poor everywhere misted so had to ipen window.
Room reasonably clean - some cobwebs on ceiling noted.
Looks well worn/used
Parking - free for all people did not use allocated spaces
Acceptable for price and location

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
A
Andrew extended_group gb
8
2026-08-14 via Nuitee
B
Billy solo_traveller gb
3
Poor
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Car parking, no A/C, poor breakfast (extra for a latte??)

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
L
Lorna couple gb
10
It was a family members wedding and everything went beautifully
Pros:

It is a lovely relaxing place, room was clean and pleasant, and the staff are very friendly and professional

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
B
Brian solo_traveller gb
10
Had a great stay
Pros:

Comfortable and close to town centre

Cons:

Staff are amazing

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
T
Tracy solo_traveller gb
10
Fabulous hotel
Pros:

Beautiful Hotel,great location.
Not far from shops and train station
Room was lovely,very clean.
Plenty of tea,coffee,biscuits in the room.
Breakfast is great,plenty of choice.
All the staff were all nice and felt very welcomed.
Will definitely be staying here again,hopefully very soon.

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
N
Norma couple gb
8
2026-08-12 via Nuitee
F
Frances solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Lovely staff, accommodation and facilities. Relaxation in comfort.
Lovely buffet breakfast.

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
S
susan couple gb
8
Good value hotel within easy reach of train station and town centre
Pros:

Very good value, nice staff good nreakfast

2026-08-11 via Nuitee
M
Mark couple gb
10
Great
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Drinks to expensive

2026-08-11 via Nuitee
M
Mike solo_traveller gb
10
Great location and wonderful staff
Pros:

The staff are brilliant, they were so helpful and sorted out all my concerns

The breakfast was very tasty and again you were greeted with a smile from every member of staff in the morning.

Cons:

Unfortunately it was very warm while I was there and the rooms do not have air conditioning. The hotel did provide a fan in the room but it was still a little uncomfortable..

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
B
Bettina solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Another lovely stay. I have a sprained ankle and the hotel willingly accommodated my need for a ground floor room not far from the dining room. It was a very spacious and comfortable room for one person too. Fantastic food as both breakfast and dinner were excellent. One of the best mushroom risottos I have ever eaten. Very good value for money.

Cons:

Nothing. Everything was great.

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
R
Rob solo_traveller gb
3
2026-08-09 via Nuitee
H
Hoskinson couple gb
9
Pros:

Great location well kept rooms friendly staff

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
W
William solo_traveller gb
9
2026-08-06 via Nuitee
R
Ryan solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Food was fantastic , unbelravable , staff were very freindly and welcoming , rooms were spacous and clean , highly recommend

Cons:

Na

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
L
Linda extended_group gb
8
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
S
Simon solo_traveller gb
9
2026-08-03 via Nuitee
N
Niki couple gb
8
Another relaxing stay
Pros:

The lovely outdoor areas, nice spacious rooms and friendly staff

Cons:

N/a

2026-08-03 via Nuitee