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Park Head Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Auckland Castle

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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

Room options

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Single Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Standard Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Superior Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Superior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Family Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
13 Park View Terrace, Bishop Auckland, England, DL14 8QB

What's nearby

  • Bishop Auckland Golf Club - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Auckland Castle - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Mining Art Gallery - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • No.42 - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Spanish Gallery - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Park Head Hotel
  • ‪The Grand Hotel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Stanley Jefferson (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Top House Pub, New Coundon - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Bay Horse - ‬3 min drive

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), 1 meeting room, and smoke-free premises
  • A banquet hall, outdoor furniture, and a 24-hour front desk
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

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

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 250 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 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, debit cards, and cash
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?

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. 81 out of 131 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 131 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 131 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 131 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 131 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

julia

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

Comfortable and enjoyable overnight stay

A very comfortable stay with friendly staff and a very good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice warm spacious room, staff very good. Slight problem with the shower but got it sorted and the Internet was patchy. Nice breakfast in the morning before leaving .....
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really clean and friendly staff, pleasant stay for 2 nights
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great weekend. The hotel was clean, staff friendly and helpful. Just what we needed for the kyren weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 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

6/10 Okay

Richard

Didn’t order breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

MR A G

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

Bishop Auckland accommodation

Convenient accomodation for staying near Bishop Auckland
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was clean and quiet. Staff were friendly. Small thing but blinds at the windows were not adequate enough to keep the light out from the car park. Breakfast - plus side they did have gluten free bread but every thing else was of low quality.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vaishali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room had all amenities apart from an iron and there wasn’t a phone to call reception. Wasn’t a major issue as everything else was perfect. The car park is quite big and free. We checked in late and out early so did not try meals. Overall excellent value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lynn

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

Bishop Auckland - Kynren

Lovely small hotel, very convenient for exploring the area and for going to Kynren.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Park Head was an unexpected delight. Rooms were well appointed, bright, modern with good quality bedding and comfortable mattresses. Attention to detail and cleanliness were high. Breakfast was well organised and service professional. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 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

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

Leon

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

Great value trip

My first visit to this hotel. Very impressed friendly staff and excellent facilities. Only minor issue, the windows only have blinds, these do not effectively block out the light so awake quite early. On the whole excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 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

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

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Great hotel

Overall really happy with our experience staying here. The staff were all very friendly and accommodating, the rooms were spacious and clean and the showers were nice. Dinner was delicious too. The only thing that was a let-down was the breakfast, which was disorganised and overpriced. The juices on offer were strangely tasteless, there weren't any pastries despite being advertised, and we were brought, more than once, a regular full English breakfast instead of the vegan version. This didn't outweigh the positives of the experience, but I would avoid the breakfast if I stayed again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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
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