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Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel

Property class: 4
4-star hotel perfect for exploring Darlington

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A bar area with a curved counter, wine glasses, bottles, and a decorative candelabra.
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, and a wall-mounted artwork of flowers.
A hotel reception area with a curved white reception desk, a television screen, and a 'Priority Welcome' sign.
A room with a decorative balloon arch and a neon sign.
A table set for a formal event with white tablecloths, silverware, and clear glassware.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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9-12 Priestgate, Darlington, England, DL1 1NW
  • Place, Darlington Civic Theatre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Raby Castle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Darlington Railway Centre and Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

A neatly made bed with striped bedding, a headboard, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(52 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a laptop, a chair, a radiator, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

  • St Cuthbert Church - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Darlington Civic Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Raby Castle - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Darlington Railway Centre and Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Croft Circuit - 14 min drive - 7.5 miles

Getting around

  • Darlington Station - 11 min walk
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Quakerhouse - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The William Stead (Wetherspoon) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Tanners Hall (Wetherspoon) - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Greggs - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tubwell Tap - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel

4-star 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 business-friendly 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.

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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 self 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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Administrative fee: GBP 50 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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 7.3 mi (23-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 Sep 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel on Sep 27, 2026 start from $138, 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.

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

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 372 out of 974 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 335 out of 974 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 166 out of 974 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 974 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 974 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had positive expectations of this hotel having stayed in other Mercure hotels in recent years, however this hotel was very dated by comparison and run down. The room was clean enough, however the TV was very small for a modern hotel room, and the general fixtures and fittings were not of the standard I expected. My colleague and I both opted for rooms here over other nearby hotels due to it's central location and previous good experience of Mercure hotels, however we were both disappointed with this property and would be unlikely to return or recommend it to others. The sound insulation in the rooms was extremely poor, with both colleague and I both experiencing issues with noise to differing degrees. More positively, the car park, whilst small, felt secure, and the breakfast was fine, with gluten free options available on request which my colleague required. This hotel would benefit from a refurbishment to modernise the rooms, and it this were to happen I'm sure it would attract a very positive reaction from future guests.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean room. Great location close to transit and train station.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

NIGEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No problems
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Ben

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Dreadful from start to finish. 2nd night, cancelled
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hazel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was clean and very good staff that we saw were very courteous abd helpfyl. Expecially the lady doing breakfast both mornings. She was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very good, helpful and friendly ,room was clean and did appreciate the upgrade ,good convenient location for the purpose of our stay ,very happy customers and would recommend this hotel ,especially the good value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Jessica

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The towels were stained, many staff were rude and there were multiple holes in the bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely large room. Hotel very central. Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great service. Staff very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice hotel, room and staff - bar area a bit dull and breakfast ending at 9-30am is ridiculous!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bang in the middle of town. Lovely hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Omer

Average hotel, good location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Room and general hotel was tired, staff nice, breakfast was pretty good.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was good - but coffee machine was broken, so only black coffee available. Sunday breakfast, baked beans ran out! Room was pleasant and clean; window gave poor sound attenuation (noisy bar across the street kept me awake until 2am on Sunday!)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes great stay great staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Breakfast was lovely, with a wide and varied choice of items. The room was very cosy, and the hotel is bang in the town centre, so very convenient for all that has Darlington has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Emma

Room was very clean and modern. Was kept awake most of night
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and comfortable room, friendly staff and enjoyable breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Leora

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I stayed in room 329 from 19 September - 22 September. There was no showerhead installed in the bathroom so I couldn't take a shower for the entirety of my stay. When I asked about it I was told that I should have been informed that the room was bath only at check-in, but I wasn’t and was given no alternative options. I was told I should receive some sort of refund and though I directly emailed management through the email address I was given by reception, I heard nothing back. I reached out to Accor, who told me they also contacted management, and never heard back from them. Finally I escalated to communicating with Expedia directly, who reached out to the hotel, and management refused to issue any refund at all, despite me being told by two different employees that I would receive some sort of compensation. It's incredibly frustrating that someone not having access to a shower for 72 hours has just been deemed as a non-issue.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was clean & comfortable. Would like a south facing room next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kevin

Not a lot to say about it really served it's purpose all staff was friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and extremely helpful. Room was great, shower excellent and overly a lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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