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Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel

4.0 star property
Experience city center luxury and connect over lunch or dinner at an on-site restaurant then mingle by the bar.

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed
2 bars/lounges
2 bars/lounges
Business centre
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$117
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb

Room options

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Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Minibar
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Minibar
Electric kettle
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Minibar
Electric kettle
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
9-12 Priestgate, Darlington, England, DL1 1NW

What's nearby

  • Raby Castle - 7 min walk
  • The Northern Echo Arena - 4 min drive
  • Blackwell Grange Golf Club - 4 min drive
  • Rockliffe Hotel Spa - 8 min drive
  • Croft Circuit - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Darlington Station - 11 min walk
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The William Stead (Wetherspoon) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Tanners Hall - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Quays - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Green Dragon - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Red Lion Darlington - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel

Upscale eco-certified hotel in the city centre
Take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services, 2 bars and a business centre at Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel. Make sure that you enjoy lunch, dinner and international cuisine at the two on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • English breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and express check-out
  • A banquet hall, meeting rooms and a ballroom
  • A porter/bellboy, a front desk safe and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 83 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and free newspapers.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Secured parking on site (GBP 5 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee: GBP 10 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Carriages
  • Kings Head

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 4,638 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 10 per person
  • Secured self-parking fee: GBP 5 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel?

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel on 23 Feb 2025 start from AU$117.23, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel?

Self-parking is available for GBP 5 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Darlington, this eco-certified hotel is within a 10-minute walk of St Cuthbert Church, Darlington Civic Theatre, and Raby Castle. Darlington Railway Centre and Museum and The Northern Echo Arena are also within 2 miles (3 km). Darlington Station is 11 minutes by foot and North Road Darlington Station is 16 minutes.

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Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 312 out of 811 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 288 out of 811 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 138 out of 811 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 811 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 811 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Excellent price, very pleasant staff, nice rooms, good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Very convenient for shopping, transport and visiting family. Very friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

MICHAEL STEWART

Reception staff amazing, helpful and friendly. Did not use the bar. Breakfast was ok , food was warm.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Staff were excellent, friendly and helpful with nothing too much trouble.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

JOANNE

Room was a little tired - unsightly brown stains on the bathroom ceiling. The bathroom was quite compact with lack of shelving or surfaces for toiletries. Staff were lovely and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Excellent central location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren

The staff were extremely helpful and friendly. The rooms were clean and we had plenty of choice for breakfast too. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah

Lovely staff, especially housekeeper
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Such friendy staff, they couldn't do enough for us, the room was spotlessly clean and really warm. Great location near to a shopping centre. 10 out of 10!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Craig

Super central
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

kenneth

Good value hotel in the town centre.
Good value hotel, fairly good rooms for 3 star level hotel Safe underground parking and friendly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Staff were amazing. Breakfast was great. Room was comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Sabry

Over all good
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Darren

Good & clean right in the town centre
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

It's located in the very centre of the town. A short walk to the many restaurants, pubs and shopping. The staff are very friendly. I enjoyed my 4 day stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Right in the middle of town, close to all amenities, nice and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHARLES

great location with shopping and restaurants within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Central location easy parking close to shops and bars
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Thank you to the Mercure team for an excellent stay in Darlington. Thank you inparticular to Karl - for being helpful giving us directions for keeping dry and finding our way round Darlington. Merry christmas to you all.xx
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norah

Very nice hotel breakfast was ok only scrambled egg no other type of egg but otherwise good stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

RALPH

weekend stay
have to pay for car parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Babak

Great place to stay
Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Clare

Staff were welcoming on arrival. Great location, although we were on noisy side(entrance). More tea/coffee needed in room. Didn't realise at time. Bed really comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Staff very helpful and polite, room comfy and clean, breakfast, very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Amenities
Quite center location, staff friendly at the reception and bar Hotel and rooms were clean. Cons Very very limited evening Menu if you like pizza your fine.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024