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7.4

1,826 reviews

Mercure Darlington King's Hotel

Mercure Darlington King's Hotel

9-12 Priestgate, Darlington, DL1 1NW, United Kingdom

Reservations:

+1-833-728-2041

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Restaurant

Free wifi

Room service

Kid-friendly buffet

Bar

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

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Mercure Darlington King's Hotel

Welcome to the Mercure Darlington King's Hotel, where charm meets convenience right at the heart of Darlington! Just a stone's throw away from the city center (only 0.2mi!), this delightful 4-star hotel is the perfect base for your adventures. Whether you're here for business or leisure, indulge in a comfortable stay starting from just $89 and make the most of your time in this vibrant UK town.

Step inside and discover an array of featured amenities designed to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. Savor a delicious breakfast each morning, and later, unwind at the restaurant or bar after a day of exploration. Families will appreciate the kid-friendly buffet and kids' meals, ensuring even the little ones have something to smile about. With free wifi, room service, and non-smoking rooms, the Mercure Darlington King's Hotel ensures your every need is met while you relax in style.

With over 1,800 glowing reviews, guests rave about their experiences in this lovely hotel! Enjoy the comforts of modern amenities such as free toiletries, a bathtub, and an elevator to make your stay more enjoyable. Add to that the convenience of private parking (for a small extra charge) and a 24-hour front desk ready to assist you at any hour, and you’ll see why our guests keep coming back for more! Explore Darlington, and let the Mercure Darlington King's Hotel be your cozy home away from home.

At the Mercure Darlington King's Hotel, dining is a delightful affair! The Kings Grill restaurant beckons you to sit back and savor local dishes in a family-friendly atmosphere. Whether you are dining with friends, family, or enjoying a romantic meal for two, the Kings Grill exudes warmth and charm, making it a perfect choice to compliment your stay. You can fuel up for a day of exploration with a hearty breakfast or unwind with a succulent dinner after a busy day in Darlington.

While you’re soaking up the cozy ambiance of the hotel, you’ll find that convenience is key! Payment is a breeze with multiple options available, including major credit cards such as Visa and American Express. Plan your stay with peace of mind, knowing you’re in a safe, smoke-free environment. And with private parking available for an extra charge, you can easily hop in your car and venture out to explore everything this vibrant town has to offer.

What are you waiting for? With a mix of modern comfort and traditional hospitality, the Mercure Darlington King's Hotel is not just another pit stop, but a delightful experience in itself. Guests rave about their stays, and you too can become a part of the Mercure family! So pack your bags, gather your loved ones, and get ready for an unforgettable adventure in Darlington. Your perfect home away from home awaits!

Closest airports

Durham Tees Valley Airport

5.1mi

RAF Linton-On-Ouse

35.1mi

Newcastle International Airport

35.8mi

Leeds Bradford International Airport

45.8mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Free wifi

Room service

Kid-friendly buffet

Bar

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

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Kids' meals

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Free toiletries

Bathtub

Rooms

Standard Twin Room in Mercure Darlington King's Hotel

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Standard, 2 Twin

2 Twin Beds

130 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

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Our Standard Twin Room offers a cozy and comfortable stay for two adults, with two twin beds and a private bathroom equipped with a bathtub. Enjoy the stunning views and relax while watching your favorite shows on the flat-screen TV.

Superior Double Room in Mercure Darlington King's Hotel

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Superior

1 Double Bed

130 sqft

Private Bathroom

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Minibar

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Superior

Standard Double Room in Mercure Darlington King's Hotel

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Standard Room

1 Double Bed

130 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

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Flat-screen TV

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Standard, Twin

Flat-screen TV

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Superior, Single

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Guest reviews

7.4

1,826 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Beryl

9.1

August 2023

The warmth, friendliness and helpfulness of all the staff (every one of them them) was fantastic. The location being in the centre of town was perfect.

Whilst the breakfast was satisfactory it was not very inspiring, I would have liked a little more oomph in the fruit compote,, but the melon was a nice addition, and maybe a choice of eggs - the fried eggs did appear rather rubbery although I can't say they were as I did not try them. I did struggle with having to use 2 lifts and long identical looking corridors,, fortunately staff were usually around to point me in the right direction.

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Victoria

9.1

June 2023

The room was nice and clean and the reception staff and cleaner were very friendly.

The breakfast staff were incredibly rude! they made the breakfast experience very uncomfortable giving dirty looks. My other half and myself were stood waiting to be seated for breakfast infront of a sign that stated ‘please wait to be seated” we waited and then my other half walked up to the room where we could hear the two members of staff talking about pot noodles. He asked if he needed to be given a seat to which the girl replied “Just pick your own table and it’s buffet style breakfast” as if we should have known this or how dare we ask her for help! the whole time after that every time she came in the room she gave me dirty looks which I didn’t appreciate!

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Tammy

9.1

June 2023

Customer services was good, I’d asked for extra pillows and was contacted on the booking app to help me further. Breakfast staff went above and beyond for us, they had ran out of bacon completely and I wasn’t happy. They then ran out of beans and croissants, they filled up the beans and 20 mins later came to our table with croissants. Rooms were lovely and spacious, beds and pillows super comfy. Toiletries in the room were good.

Parking. The fact that bacon had totally ran out, how can a hotel possibly forget to order bacon? Putting bottled water in the room would be an extra nice touch.

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Paul

10

February 2023

Everything. We stayed for 18 days over December and February, so we left and came back as we were staying as our Son lived near by but his house was not big enough to stay. The staff were top notch with there duties, friendliness and professional appearances. Sue, Carl, Barbara, Cathy , Vince along with the others treated us like Family. Location in the middle of town, food and room service we would not fault. Yes we were there along time but our impression did not change. Sorry I forgot Marie. Nothing was any trouble. A credit to the Mercure group.

If there was anything I would suggest to improve and this is not a criticism, more selection in the bar area. But THANKYOU.

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Annie

10

April 2023

Girl on reception was lovely. Location was lovely stayed here before. Hotel was lovely and clean. The clock in square was a bit annoying but only woke me up once at 5am so must have slept through before..

Breakfast was very very badly organised. Dirty tables left. The staff were walking around like snails. Actually the worst breakfast experience in a hotel. No sauce available without asking no salt and pepper on table. Ran out of bacon. Scalded hand on tongs. Only onr knife and fork in table for 2 no guidance. Other people were the same couldnt find plates there were none out. Latte was horrible like milk was off. The list is endless but the organisation was a shambles

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Theworldtravellers

10

May 2023

Location is excellent. There is 24 hours parking just for £5, very convenient. Both receptionists I dealt with in the evening and morning were very nice, very helpful people. Room has everything you need, including a desk to write. Check out time is 12 noon and that was very helpful as I needed to do some things in the morning, Very close to hotel there is everything you need from atmospheric coffee shops, yards, markets, malls etc. Very pleased with my stay. It was very good for the price.

Room is very small. A bit more space would be appreciated.

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Khalida

8.2

January 2023

The bed was comfortable and big and the bar/restaurant area was really nice where you can lounge have a drink in the evening or work on the laptop. Staff were super helpful and friendly.

The breakfast was good although there were no vegetarian sausages on the first morning. I was told they ran out. However, the next day was the same thing but this time the staff said they haven’t been getting them for a while. This needs to be advertised properly as i paid for breakfast because of the vegetarian option available. The shower kept going really hot then cold and back and forth when having a shower which was very frustrating.

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Paula

9.1

July 2022

Great location for transport links and shops we ate our meals at the wetherspoons pub a 2 min walk away. The room was clean on arrival, great shower and lovely smelling toiletries. You get 2 key cards and the wifi was a strong signal. A good sized tv and plenty of channels to watch (although no guide as to whats on so buy a tv mag) we would stay again but would bring my own pillow for comfort and an extension lead

View from window was the back of the local shops and there bins and fire escape but didn't matter to us. The bed was very soft and the pillows too soft to sleep on. The room was very hot there was a fan but with only 1 plug socket available charging our phones was more important. You can hear alot of noise of people up and down the corridor and food being delivered at breakfast and tea and from people in the rooms either side it was mainly kids thankfully it was quite by 11pm. The cleaners made the bed whilst there but no bins were emptied we ended up having to use a carrier bag and floors not mopped or hoovered. Light switch only worked on 1 side of the bed and reading lights didn't work at all

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Jacqui

8.2

September 2023

All the Staff were absolutely lovely. It is the second time we have stayed due to family living in Darlington and a family occasion. The breakfast was lovely- seriously cannot complain.

The only issue I have is the corridor up to the rooms smelt musty although it was clean and we did not have a safety deposit box in our room of which was advertised. I did make reception aware but the hotel was full and they had no spares.

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Angela

8.2

January 2023

Room was quiet and comfortable. Clean, comfortable beds. Breakfast was very nice. Lovely staff.

Parking was very limited. We got the last spot but it was a very tight squeeze in the space due to columns. Waited a while to get checked in. It's a bit of a maze trying to find your room, corridors and more than one lift. We weren't able to eat in the hotel after checking in as we hadn't pre-booked. We weren't aware we needed to book. Perhaps this could be mentioned on the booking form. The hotel bar was closed quite early considering it was NYE.

Points of Interest Around Mercure Darlington King's Hotel

Airports

Durham Tees Valley Airport

5.1mi

RAF Linton-On-Ouse

35.1mi

Newcastle International Airport

35.8mi

Leeds Bradford International Airport

45.8mi

Restaurants

Kings Grill

Cuisines

  • Local

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly

Amenities of Mercure Darlington King's Hotel

Restaurant

Free wifi

Room service

Kid-friendly buffet

Bar

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Kids' meals

View

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Stay rules - Mercure Darlington King's Hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Mercure Darlington King's Hotel

What's the check-in and check-out schedule at Mercure Darlington King's Hotel?

The established timings at Mercure Darlington King's Hotel are: Check-in after 03:00 PM and check-out before 11:00 AM.

Is there parking at Mercure Darlington King's Hotel?

Yes, the Mercure Darlington King's Hotel provides private on-site parking for £5 per day. Unfortunately, parking reservation is not possible.

What are the rates at Mercure Darlington King's Hotel?

Mercure Darlington King's Hotel offers accommodations starting at $89. Keep in mind, room types and dates might affect the final price. For specific rates, input your stay dates.

Which room categories can I book at Mercure Darlington King's Hotel?

The Mercure Darlington King's Hotel offers a variety of room types, including Superior Double Rooms, Standard Twin Rooms, and Standard Double Rooms. All rooms have a size of 129 sqft and do not allow smoking. The Superior Double Room and Standard Double Room both accommodate 2 adults with 1 double bed, while the Standard Twin Room accommodates 2 adults with 2 twin beds.

What is there to do in Mercure Darlington King's Hotel?

At Mercure Darlington King's Hotel, guests can make the most of their time by enjoying the leisure amenities and restaurants available. The hotel features a bar, where guests can relax and unwind with a drink.

For dining options, guests can visit the on-site restaurant called Kings Grill. It offers a family-friendly ambiance, making it an ideal place for guests to enjoy a meal with their loved ones. The restaurant serves local cuisine, allowing guests to savor the taste of the region.

Overall, guests can spend their time at the hotel by indulging in the leisure amenities like the bar, and visiting the on-site Kings Grill restaurant for a delightful dining experience.

Does Mercure Darlington King's Hotel have on-site restaurants?

Yes, the hotel has a restaurant called Kings Grill. The restaurant offers a family-friendly ambiance and serves local cuisine.

What methods of payment does Mercure Darlington King's Hotel accept?

Mercure Darlington King's Hotel accepts payment methods such as Diners Club, Visa, American Express, Mastercard, and Maestro. However, cash payments are not accepted.