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Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star eco-certified hotel perfect for exploring Darlington

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Business center
2 bars/lounges
2 bars/lounges

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
9-12 Priestgate, Darlington, England, DL1 1NW
  • Raby Castle
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Darlington Railway Centre and Museum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • The Northern Echo Arena
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Darlington

City center retreat .Your stay at this Darlington hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of St Cuthbert Church and Darlington Civic Theatre. Also, Raby Castle is within half a mile (1 km) and Darlington Railway Centre and Museum is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Raby Castle - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Darlington Railway Centre and Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • The Northern Echo Arena - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Rockliffe Hotel Spa - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Croft Circuit - 13 min drive - 6.7 miles

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

4-star eco-certified hotel perfect for exploring Darlington
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 4638 square feet (431 square meters) and includes conference space. The eco-certified Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel also features laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services, and room service (during limited hours). Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Darlington hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 83 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • 4638 sq ft of conference space
  • 431 sq m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel offers 83 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.

This Darlington hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 15 per person
  • Secured self parking fee: GBP 5 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your 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

How close is Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel to the airport?

Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel is 7.4 mi (20-min drive) away from the Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Apr 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel on May 2, 2025 start from $98.13, excluding 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.

Does Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel.

Does Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 15 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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

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

Is there free parking at Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 5 per night.

Does Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel have a pool?

Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel have a restaurant?

Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel is home to Carriages, which features international cuisine.

Does Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel to downtown Darlington?

Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Darlington.

Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 329 out of 843 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 298 out of 843 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 142 out of 843 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 843 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 843 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

Justin

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for shopping, transport and visiting family. Very friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Graeme

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Bailey

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

4 night business trip

Room was not very warm in this very cold snap weather. Decoration getting a bit tired could do with a refresh. Breakfast is not the best, cheap sausage, fatty bacon, dry scrambled egg. However thevroom was clean and decent sized tv. Strange foisty smell in the corridor after leaving lift to 3rd floor. The price i paid was not bad to be fair. But onthe last night (Thursday) therecwas banging and clatteing of furniture from around midnight until around 2am. Workmen doing whatever they were doing and disturbing my rest.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Darren

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mercure Darlington

Check in was quick, parking available, they have about 18 spaces under the hotel. Room kept warm, clean and breakfast was fine. Central location so easy to walk to everything in the centre.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were excellent, friendly and helpful with nothing too much trouble.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grzegorz

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super central
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

6/10 Okay

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overall, very good

Excellent staff who were very helpful. Breakfast was good but restaurant menu is very limited. The hotel is clean, bright and comfortable but car parking is an issue! 22 spaces on a first come first served basis is problematic.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sabry

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Over all good
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sharron

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ask at the bar on arrival for a glass of prosecco. Told there was non. Told later there some in the cellar to be brought up later. Directions to room rushed and inaccurate. Had to return to reception and request some to take me to my room. No drinking water from tap, both taps ran warm water, had to request water from reception. Car blocked in in the car park. Asked reception for support, they didn't even check if it was a staff car blocking me in. Only response was :we dont keep car reg records". Breakfast cold and condiments were shared from large pots....not very hygienic. Reception/bar staff conduct was very matter of fact. Would never stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jack

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Kevin

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent price, very pleasant staff, nice rooms, good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Well worth it.

We only had fleeting visit, just an overnight stay but everything was just what we needed. The hotel could not be more centrally located. It was clean and tidy and the bedroom was spacious enough. We used the hotel's underground carpark which was a real bonus. The staff were very lovely and made us feel very welcome. Lastly, the cost was very low for a place this nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice enough room clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024