Sporting Lodge Inn Middlesbrough

Hotels
7.4 (5054 reviews)
Low Lane, Thornaby, Stainton Village , Middlesbrough , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
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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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Groups

    When booking more than 8 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • 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.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 5054 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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Adam couple gb
8
2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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Alex solo_traveller gb
3
Room was filthy won’t stay there again
Pros:

The pool

Cons:

It was dirt

2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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Jean solo_traveller gb
1
Pros:

Nothing it was an awfuul place, carpets disgustin, not a reading lamp in room i wouldnt stand in the ath to shower and did nt have breakfast, couidnt face after the state of the, the worst hotel ive ever beenin , evenworse than travel lodge in scarborugh,st. Nicolas an̈d that was dire.
Never again.
D that was dire

Cons:

It was filthy

2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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Peterjàmes solo_traveller gb
4
2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Burden family_with_children gb
6
Cons:

Room not serviced on second day.

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Sophia family_with_children gb
7
Pros:

Great value. Location was handy. Breakfast was really great. Excellent fried mushrooms - so many hotel breakfasts the mushrooms are weird and watery and not properly fried. Also good quality sausages and perfect hash browns too.

Cons:

The fruit juice at breakfast was squash or very watered down:-(.

2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Denise solo_traveller gb
8
2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Krystal couple gb
10
Fun
Pros:

It was all nice

Cons:

It was all nice

2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Bryan family_with_children gb
4
2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Joanne family_with_children gb
7
Friendly staff, clean and comfortable room, good menu.
Pros:

Staff super helpful and friendly. Pool was a nice addition!

Cons:

Lack of plug sockets in bedroom.

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Sean solo_traveller gb
5
Cons:

The mattress was so badly stained that the stain went through to the base, and the man at reception in the morning needs some people skills.

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Jackie couple gb
5
2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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danielle solo_traveller gb
1
Pros:

Have stayed prior with no issues

Cons:

Room key wouldnt work 3 times had to go back to day time reception she was friendly and helpful and then moved us to another room
The other room was filthy what looked like chicken tikka all over the bedside cabinet
Pubic hair all around and in the bath cleaned in and when I got out grabbed what I thought was a clean towel and can only describe it having brown stains on it we went down to reception to complain and the guy said write it on the complaints form in ya room then turned around and continued watching the football

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Juliet couple gb
7
Sad, never felt unwelcome before, 10th stay.
Pros:

Location, good food on site, excellent breakfast. Pub and breakfast staff polite and helpful.

Cons:

Having to pay for parking, has always been free in the past.
Very rude receptionist, no greeting, couldn’t even be bothered to look up, or even supply a pen to complete the registration form.

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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james solo_traveller gb
4
Hotel needs updating
Pros:

Good gym

Cons:

Very tired even in the executive rooms

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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Surraya solo_traveller gb
10
Sporting inn
Pros:

I liked the bedrooms the bed was good and comfortable
The spa facility were a bit dated but it did the job

Cons:

The restaurant was dated and quite away from the main hotel

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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Tina solo_traveller gb
9
2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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wilde solo_traveller gb
7
2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Steve solo_traveller gb
5
It was ok, cleanliness not good in restaurant and pool changing room. Room clean, issues with key
Pros:

The key didnt work for my room multiple times and I had to change rooms becuase of the key not working.

Cons:

The restaurant had sticky tables which hadn't been wiped. I ate once at the restaurant and wouldn't go back. The staff were really nice and polite. The male swimming pool changing rooms were dirty and hadn't been cleaned for a while.

2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Matthew couple gb
8
Pretty good
Pros:

Big and busy hotel with hard working staff. Had a traditional feel. looks like they have to deal with some challenging clientele? I'll definitely stay here again, the next time we are in town

Cons:

Think we were in the old section. No USB points etc.

2026-06-05 via Nuitee