4-Starhotels in County Durham, United Kingdom

"We hadden twee nachten geboekt om het Beamish Museum te bezoeken. We reisden met de trein. Vanaf het station was het een stukje lopen, deels bergopwaarts, naar het kasteel, wat ongeveer 30 minuten duurde. Een Uber kostte £8, de bus was vrij ingewikkeld. Er is een bus van het centrum naar het hotel, maar die is vrij ingewikkeld. Als je niet kunt lopen, is het aan te raden een Uber te boeken. De bus van het centrum naar de ingang van Beamish was heel gemakkelijk te bereiken, £2,50. En dan het kasteel zelf. Je kunt niet anders dan verliefd worden op het schilderachtige en ietwat vervallen kasteel; het 'vervallen' is juist een deel van de charme. We verbleven in de stallen, op een kamer op de bovenverdieping. De trap is vrij smal met kleine bordessen, dus niet geschikt voor mensen met heup- of kuitproblemen. Het bed, het beddengoed en de badkamer waren brandschoon en zeer comfortabel. De kamer was erg rustig, met 's ochtends vroeg het gezang van vogels. De badkamer had een aparte vergrootspiegel, wat erg prettig was. Een minpuntje was het stof op de balken boven het bed, vandaar de lagere score voor netheid. En dan nu het ontbijt en de restaurantservice. Onberispelijk. Eten van de hoogste kwaliteit met een bijpassende service. Het ontbijt doet niet onder voor de 5-sterrenhotels in Londen. Al met al was dit hotel uitzonderlijk goed geprijsd en een plek waar we zeker nog eens terug willen komen. We raden dit hotel van harte aan aan iedereen die Beamish bezoekt en houdt van lekker eten, iets bijzonders, rust en stilte, en een heerlijk bad."

"We were put in a very small room on the 3rd floor. The lift only goes to the 2nd floor. The lift that goes to the 3rd floor was marked out of order. We are both in our late 70s and had to carry our bags along a corridor and up about 40 stairs. No member of staff offered to help. As we were going to check out we noticed a member of staff using the lift to the 3rd floor."

"From entering the Hotel till check out it was a very pleasant experience. The standards are excellent, my room was so comfortable and the sport complex just fabulous."

"W well-located Hotel with friendly staff and good food. The Hotel is a bit dated in its appearance and could be at an upper grade if rooms/bathroom had more standard items eg hairdryer, draw/shelf space). A ceiling leaking water into a bucket was not the fault of staff but did not create a good impression in reception."

"We enjoyed our stay, the location of our room was good. The only few niggles that we had, was that although the room was clean, it smelt a little bit smokey, it was too hot, we tried turning the radiator down a little but it wouldn't stay down, we did open the window, and the pillows were too hard for me. But for the 1 night we stayed it was ok."

"The size of the room is specious with sufficient space for storing luggage, and the floor is very clean and comfortable to walk on with bare feet, so feel free to leave your shoe by the door. As for the bed, it is very large and comfortable, providing you the high quality of sleeping without any problems. In the bathroom, it is not only very elegant and clean, but also provides unlimited hot water with satisfying water pressure from two types of shower heads. Moreover, there is a mini fridge placed in the lower closet near the wardrobe, feel free to drink the two bottles of spring water prepared by the host or store your own drinks or unfinished meals. In addition, there is a small safe above the fridge for depositing your valuables. In terms of the amenities on the ground floor, there is a high-end restaurant serving traditional English breakfast (e.g. egg benedict) in the morning, and the taste is fine. However, I am not a big fan of their lunch or dinner when you can have better options in nearby restaurants. Furthermore, there is a small bar just outside the restaurant. The Gym, coffee room and reception are at the LG level, and you will receive a 10% discount in the coffee room after check-in. The location is very close to the city center, train station and several main attractions such as the cathedral and castle. Overall, I enjoy my two-day stay very much, the price of the hotel is very cost-effective in terms of the four-star standards, providing an unforgettable experience for both tourists and business travelers."

"Hotel was very clean , stylish and so was the restaurant and bar , absolutely no complaints beds are so comfy and I definitely will be back 😊"

"Beautiful hotel around the corner from Beamish site,very clean,room good size with bath and shower, food and drink beautifully presented,staff superb, walking paths for all capabilities of you want a stroll"

"Came to Darlington to visit.friends. The staff we're fantastic upon arrival and during the stay. The room had a few issues which were reported to the staff and the hotel itself could do with a face-lift as a bannatyne hotel. Again I will stress the staff we're amazing."

"Amazing hotel, perfect location for shopping at the Metro Centre. Fantastic breakfast with good quality ingredients. Also a steam room and swimming pool. The price was really cheap, considering everything on offer. Highly recommended for a short stay."