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Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel

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A bar area with a curved counter, wine glasses, bottles, and a decorative candelabra. - Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel (Darlington)
A hotel reception area with a curved white reception desk, a television screen, and a 'Priority Welcome' sign. - Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel (Darlington)
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, and a wall-mounted artwork of flowers. - Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel (Darlington)
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Take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services, 2 bars, and a business center at Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel. Be sure to enjoy lunch, dinner, and international cuisine at the two on-site restaurants. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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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)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk with a laptop, a vase with flowers, and a radiator.

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Darlington, Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel is in the city center and near a train station. Raby Castle and Preston Park are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Newgate Shopping Centre and Richmond Market Place. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at The Darlington Arena or Croft Circuit. Visit our Darlington travel guide
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9-12 Priestgate, Darlington, England, DL1 1NW

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
  • Tubwell Tap
    2 min walk
  • Greggs
    3 min walk
  • The Tanners Hall (Wetherspoon)
    4 min walk

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Property amenities

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

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 center
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed

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 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

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Administrative fee: GBP 50 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 15 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
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

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)

Frequently asked questions

Is Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

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?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel located?

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

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 372 out of 973 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 335 out of 973 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 165 out of 973 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 973 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 973 reviews

Reviews

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

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
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn

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

10/10 Excellent

DR A C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a very enjoyable stay. The staff on reception were extremely helpful and breakfast was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and comfortable room Better value than Travelodge and friendly staff In the heart of town and handy to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Jannine

Liked: Amenities
Very clean friendly staff, close to all amenities, stayed before will stay again .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great service. Staff very helpful and friendly.
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

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
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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

Catherine

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

10/10 Excellent

gloria

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice room, friendly staff, and a lovely breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We spent one night here as part of an extensive vacation. The hotel was in a perfect location and offered comfortable rooms and a great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

CHARLES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location with shopping and restaurants within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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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

Alistair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really good stay, nice and clean, efficient staff and the parking was secure and accessible.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff very helpful and polite, room comfy and clean, breakfast, very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

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

Great location

Great stay ! Excellent location and even got a free pint for my birthday !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent central location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rohan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
very limited parking, creaky floors, good staff and rooms
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025