Name: The Saxon Inn
Address: 1 Saxon Green Escomb, Bishop Auckland, DL14 7SY, United Kingdom, 1 Saxon Green Escomb, Durham, DL14 7SY, UK
Rating: 8.6

The Saxon Inn

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Saxon Inn in Bishop Auckland offers family rooms with private bathrooms, free WiFi, and modern amenities. Each room includes a work desk, dining area, and comfortable seating. Dining and Leisure: Guests can enjoy a restaurant serving British cuisine, a bar, and a lounge. The property features a terrace, garden, and outdoor seating area. Additional facilities include a games room, bicycle parking, and free on-site private parking. Breakfast and Dining: A variety of breakfast options are available, including full English/Irish, gluten-free, and vegetarian. Breakfast includes warm dishes, juice, and pancakes. Lunch and dinner are served in a family-friendly, traditional, or romantic ambiance. Location and Attractions: Located 20 mi from Teesside International Airport, the inn is near attractions such as Lumley Castle (21 mi), Beamish Museum (27 mi), and Stadium of Light (29 mi). Highly rated for its attentive staff, excellent breakfast, and comfortable rooms.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Gluten-free

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Room Type	Number of guests
Deluxe Triple Room 1 twin bed and 1 queen bed
Deluxe King Room 1 queen bed
Standard Double Room 1 full bed

Guest reviews

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See what guests loved the most:

Graham

United Kingdom

“Room was a good size, very clean and warm. You will need a good appetite, the meals & breakfast are of epic proportions. Staff are all pleasant & helpful. The bar is a locals favourite & has a pleasant atmosphere, little need to look elsewhere for...”

Meng

Singapore

“Breakfast was v good, and chef was very friendly too love it. i am from SIngapore and staying in this Inn within a countryside is a dream, relaxing way to spend 5 days here.”

Vivienne

United Kingdom

“It was a lovely place to stay room was excellent. Breakfast was one of the better ones I have had whilst staying away from home. I only have a couple of negatives, and they are. There was a dog that barked either in the adjacent room or owners...”

Anna

United Kingdom

“Great place to stay, friendly staff, very helpful. Excellent breakfast. Good comfortable beds, very clean and tidy. Great restaurant with lovely freshly prepared food, very resonably priced.”

Jane

United Kingdom

“Lovely location to stay. Staff exceptionally friendly and so were the locals. The food was gorgeous. And it was the best breakfast we have had, it will keep you going for the day. The room was lovely and clean and very comfortable beds.”

Traveler12122020

United States

“Great location, clean, comfortable, and safe. The old church across the street is fantastic. Be sure to visit. We had all our meals at the Saxon Inn, which were very good. The patio is lovely too. We will be back! Comfy and fun stay.”

Susan

United States

“Everything! So clean and nice and the staff was very accommodating!”

Adam

United Kingdom

“Small and very local to its community which was thoroughly welcoming to strangers. Was welcomed and enjoyed a one night stay thoroughly.”

Andy

United Kingdom

“The Food was excellent, great breakfast... Staff were amazing and nothing was too much trouble... Highly recommend... Would we stay here again..? Absolutely, all being well back next year...”

Larisa

United Kingdom

“Staff friendly and accommodating. Nice little hotel and good for staying occasionally whilst visiting local attractions. Room is nice but a little touches like replacing the grout in the bathroom and worn out shower heads would be a perfect...”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site

Restaurant #1

Cuisine
British
Open for
Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Ambience
Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
Dietary options
Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of The Saxon Inn

Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 9:30 PM

Check-out

From 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Cancellation/ prepayment

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years

Crib upon request

Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Cards accepted at this property

Debit card Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

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).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.