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Mercure Darlington King's Hotel

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Scored 7.5
Rated good

Great location!

8.8
  • View
  • Free Wifi
  • Bath
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Safe
  • Baggage storage
  • Heating
  • Elevator

Located in the historic market town of Darlington, the newly refurbished Mercure Darlington King's Hotel features 83 bedrooms, free Wi-Fi, and limited, secure, parking with additional charge. Each room at The Mercure Darlington has a modern look and features an private bathroom, tea/coffee making facilities, and a flat-screen TV. There are 2 restaurants and bars on site where guests can enjoy a varied cocktail menu, wine selection and specialties made of fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Continental and full English breakfasts are served daily. With easy access to main roads and the A1 motorway, this hotel also is within easy reach of the North York Moors National Park, 40 miles away. Durham is 30 minutes' drive from the property, Stockton-on-Tees and Middlesbrough 25 minutes, and Newton Aycliffe 20 minutes' drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Bar
Mercure
Hotel chain/brand
Mercure

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Breakfast Info

Buffet

  • Private parking at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

Availability

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Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
Green Tourism
Green Tourism

Guest reviews

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See what guests loved the most:

Simon
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I really like Squirrels and I think they are quite possibly my fav animal. The man I met in the lobby also liked Squirrels and now we are friends. I like him. I think he liked me but mainly I liked him. But not as much as squirrels.”
G9590
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Flexible check in Lovely staff Good price Affordable parking 5 pound”
Debra
United States United States
“Large accommodation with a soft comfort bed. Friendly staff and well stocked room.”
Stuart
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Staff were very friendly and helpful. Clean and comfortable room.”
Rich
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Break was great. Location perfection. The room quiet and comfortable. Was perfect for a last minute one night get away.”
Stuart
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Reception staff were very friendly, helpful and welcoming.”
Richardson
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff were really accommodating and help more than they had to”
Odu
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I like the staff , a male receptionist in the night shift very cheerful and ready to help , Also I love the breakfast.”
Wanda
United States United States
“stayed here before,excellent location for Hippodrome,lovely room,nice staff”
Anwen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Room was comfortable and quiet, tea, coffee etc available, plenty of towels...lift to my floor. The staff I encountered were pleasant and helpful.”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Kings Grill
  • Cuisine
    Local
  • Open for
    Dinner • High tea
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly

Amenities of Mercure Darlington King's Hotel

Most popular amenities

  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Bar

House rules

Mercure Darlington King's Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of £50 is required on arrival. That's about $67. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 4 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

4 years old
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Minors under 18 must be accompanied by parents or legal representatives. Third person named by parents must present their written authorization (certified signature).

Please note that the credit card used to book must be presented on arrival.

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

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.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

A damage deposit of £50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

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