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Park Head Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Auckland Castle

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Courtyard
Family Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace
Bar (on property)
Exterior
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Park Head Hotel, near Auckland Castle, offers relaxation with bar drinks or garden views. Enjoy WiFi, full breakfast options, and outdoor furniture. Guests praise the helpful staff at the 24-hour front desk.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included

Room options

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Superior Double Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - double
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Twin Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Single Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Suite | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Bishop Auckland, Park Head Hotel is in a rural area and near a train station. Auckland Castle and Raby Castle are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Crook Hall and Gardens and North Pennines. Don't miss out on a visit to Diggerland.
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13 Park View Terrace, Bishop Auckland, England, DL14 8QB

What's nearby

  • Auckland Castle - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Binchester Roman Fort - 7 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Durham University - 12 min drive - 9.9 miles
  • Durham Cathedral - 14 min drive - 11.1 miles
  • Durham Castle - 15 min drive - 11.5 miles

Getting around

  • Bishop Auckland Station - 7 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Stanley Jefferson (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min drive
  • Park Head Hotel
  • ‪Miners Arms - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Craft House Bars - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Top House - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Park Head Hotel

Hotel near Auckland Castle
A terrace, a garden, and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at Park Head Hotel. The on-site restaurant, The Oak Room, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as conference space.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), meeting rooms, and luggage storage
  • Outdoor furniture, a banquet hall, and a water dispenser
Room features
All guestrooms at Park Head Hotel include perks such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and desks

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Oak Room

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 538 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Magnifying mirror
  • No elevator
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (35 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of GBP 100 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Park Head Hotel Hotel
Park Head Hotel Bishop Auckland
Park Head Hotel Hotel Bishop Auckland

Frequently asked questions

Is Park Head Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, Park Head Hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 30 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Park Head Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Park Head Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Park Head Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Park Head Hotel located?

Situated in a rural location, this hotel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Auckland Castle and within 9 mi (15 km) of Durham University and Raby Castle. Durham Castle and Durham Cathedral are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Park Head Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 107 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was excellent and will definitely be staying again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed with 2 young children and the place was quiet and in a very convenient spot. The breakfast was good with a good continental selection and cereal for the kids, cooked options were great too. Will be staying again when we stay in the area!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Kynren and Aukland Palace
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice spacious room with everything you need and exceptionally clean. A very good price too. I just needed a one night stay while visiting my daughter so it was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Relaxing

Really relaxing time here - would visit again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms were the best ive stayed in in the area. Staff were helpful and friendly, especially Sasha.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lynsey

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

Easter weekend

Nice clean rooms I'm beautiful countryside
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Maureen

Liked: Amenities
Slept well despite the mattress and pillows being very firm. Thought the full English breakfast was overpriced for what you got (1 sausage, 2 rashers of bacon, half a tomato, half a mushroom, 1 hash brown, 1 small slice of black pudding and 1 egg). Also the plates were cold.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Spencer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, really good food, excellent accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry

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

Good hotel

Good hotel, friendly staff bar and restaurant was good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my overnight stay at The Park Head Hotel. The room with ensuite i stayed in was immaculate & well presented also. This room had recently been refurbished as it was all new, the en suite was modern & finished to a very high standard. I slept well at The Park Head Hotel & i was able to relax. I would certainly recommend The Park Head Hotel to all & sundry afterall.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sasha and amber are stunning little superstars
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lovely hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phill

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice clean and modern room, very nice hotel. Sound proofing very good. Excellent breakfast, nice staff Only issue was rom was warm and couldn't open the window due to the traffic outside.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were pleasant and helpful. Room was a good size, clean and very well presented. Bathroom was a good size, shower was warm to hot.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is an excellent location to stay at while visiting Kynren
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We wanted a dog friendly hotel and that they certainly delivered
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spotlessly clean everywhere. Staff were extremely welcoming & friendly. Food was delicious. No complaints
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

Great Stay, I'd go again.

A very well organised hotel. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The food was of a bery high standard. Also its located not far from the attractions in Bishop Auckland. I would definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Huma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, freshly decorated, large rooms, and welcoming staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We didn't get the room we booked originally but our room was just what we needed. Thank you so much to everyone working there for their hard work making us feel so special.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

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

One night stay at the Park Head Hotel

We stayed here one night while visiting friends. Easy check in and friendly staff, the superior courtyard room was well equipped,clean and modern. I found the bed firm which was uncomfortable for me as I prefer a softer mattress. The breakfast was excellent, plenty of choice and freshly cooked, delicious 😋 would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Clean and spacious

Nice, clean and spacious. Bed a little uncomfortable for me, but we all can not like the same.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Dave

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

Comfortable & good food.

Comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

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