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Walworth Castle Hotel, BW Signature Collection

3.0 star property
3-star hotel perfect for exploring Darlington

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
Staircase

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Walworth, Darlington, England, DL2 2LY
  • Place, Walworth Castle Birds of Prey
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Raby Castle
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Yorkshire Dales National Park
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Four Poster Bed)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Four Poster Bed) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Four Poster Bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, Annex Building | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, Annex Building

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Annex Building | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Annex Building

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Suite, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Four Poster Bed) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Suite, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Four Poster Bed)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Darlington

Heart of Darlington.At this Darlington hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Walworth Castle Birds of Prey and 6 miles (10 km) of Raby Castle. National Railway Museum at Shildon and Planet Leisure are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Walworth Castle Birds of Prey - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Raby Castle - 14 min drive - 10.5 miles
  • Durham University - 25 min drive - 19.1 miles
  • Yorkshire Dales National Park - 27 min drive - 19.8 miles
  • St. James' Park - 47 min drive - 44.9 miles

Getting around

  • Newton Aycliffe Station - 14 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Brinkburn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Siesta - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Mowden - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Traveller's Rest - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Walworth Castle Hotel, BW Signature Collection

3-star hotel perfect for exploring Darlington
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms.

Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly Walworth Castle Hotel, BW Signature Collection also features a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Darlington hotel is smoke free.

  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Walworth Castle Hotel, BW Signature Collection offers 32 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: GBP 12.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Playground

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays 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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 12.95 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
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, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

We should mention

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Best Western Walworth Castle Hotel Darlington
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Best Western Walworth Castle
Best Western Darlington
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Darlington Best Western
Best Western Walworth Castle Hotel
Walworth Castle Hotel, BW Signature Collection Hotel
Walworth Castle Hotel, BW Signature Collection Darlington
Walworth Castle Hotel, BW Signature Collection Hotel Darlington

Frequently asked questions

How close is Walworth Castle Hotel, BW Signature Collection to the airport?

Walworth Castle Hotel, BW Signature Collection is 13 mi (29-min drive) away from the Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Walworth Castle Hotel, BW Signature Collection have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Walworth Castle Hotel, BW Signature Collection.

Does Walworth Castle Hotel, BW Signature Collection offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Walworth Castle Hotel, BW Signature Collection, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 12.95 per person.

Is there a casino at Walworth Castle Hotel, BW Signature Collection?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Walworth Castle Hotel, BW Signature Collection?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Walworth Castle Hotel, BW Signature Collection?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Walworth Castle Hotel, BW Signature Collection have a pool?

Walworth Castle Hotel, BW Signature Collection does not have a pool.

Does Walworth Castle Hotel, BW Signature Collection have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site. The dining venue(s) are closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Does Walworth Castle Hotel, BW Signature Collection have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Walworth Castle Hotel, BW Signature Collection to downtown Darlington?

Walworth Castle Hotel, BW Signature Collection is 4.6 mi away from Darlington.

Reviews

Walworth Castle Hotel, BW Signature Collection Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 246 out of 435 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 143 out of 435 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 435 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 435 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 435 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angeline

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely setting

Lovely, friendly young man on reception when we arrived. Setting is wonderful. Four poster bed great but a little small. Restaurant nice for dinner, staff nice Breakfast far too expensive for what you get. Kept being told only on chef on, waited almost an hour for food that was just ‘ok’. Castle breakfast too small. Good buffet options. Receptionist Saturday morning rather sharp, asked to be refunded for the Sunday breakfast as we were not planning on eating there again. Seemed rather reluctant and offered no apology. The rooms could be so much more in keeping with the castle setting. Current decor bland, lots of empty space and a they’re missing a trick that could make the experience more unique. Bed comfy, sofa comfy. Staff helpful at night and happy to provide extra pillows and blankets. Would stay again, just needs a bit of an update.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

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

Weekend Break

Nice room and good food…….
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeffery

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This basic 3 star hotel did not live upto my low expectations. Plaster falling off the walls and carpets were worn. I would be reluctant to return,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blair

Business traveler
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Nice front desk staff

Another hotel room that looks like it hasn't changed since the 50's. Small, cramped and extremely dated, I thought my money would have provided something nicer.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Lovely place. Friendly and comfortable.

Stayed just the one night but the staff were so welcoming, friendly and helpful. Comfy beds, lovely linens and everything worked, even if it's a little worn round the edges in some places (well it is an old place after all!) Quiet and peaceful location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Eileen

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

Oh, to nose around all the rooms

Beautiful building and surroundings with interesting explanation of the history. Our room was OK but I wished we had spent the extra money to stay in the castle itself as in the annexe we could have been in any anonymous hotel rather than in a historic monument. It was clean and we had no issues. The service in. the restaurant was good and breakfast was excellent. We would definitely stay again but upgrade to the main castle
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

i

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

John, Albury

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at the Castle and the staff were wonderful. The property is isolated so be prepared to stay in respect to dining etc. Our meals were delicious and the dining area was lovely. The room was small but comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

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

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was huge, it was an amazing stay in a castle. The staff really went out of their way to make our stay memorable. Food was delicious and fit for a king. Rooms were clean and very comfortable. We loved our stay at Walworth Castle.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an amazing experience to stay in a castle. Our room was huge, beautiful, authentic and amazing. The staff were so very kind and helpful. Food, both dinner and breakfast was delicious. Everyone went out of their way to make our castle experience such a great one.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My sister and I have stayed twice on our yearly pilgrimage from the south to visit our roots. We love the situation and genuine care and friendliness of the staff. Just a couple of points about our last visit. The twin room in the annex(7) was very dark which was accentuated by the sombre decor. The towels were rather thick and didn't seem to dry us efficiently! However , our first visit(governess's room) was much more pleasant and welcoming. I'm sure we'll be back. Appreciated the free bottles of water on our leaving on a very hot day. A big thank you to all the staff and hope that ?Adrian who looked after us at breakfast will still be there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms, castle, grounds and staff were all perfect. So welcoming and comfortable. Lovely touches and features. On site dining was Devine.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

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

Overnight stop on way further North

Walworth Hall is a great hotel set in a castle! Everything was perfect .... well almost! We had booked a suite, which was everything we wished for except it was on the top floor! There are no lifts and so our room was only accessible by climbing the stairs. As we are both over the age of 80, this was pretty tiring! Fortunately we were only staying one night. I would definitely recommend the hotel as an amazing place to stay but if we stay there again, we would request a room on a lower floor!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

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

Staying at a historic castle at a brilliant price

You arrive and say "wow". Full of history. People were incredibly polite and helpful. Clean and pleasant. What's not to like.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennie, Chorley

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025