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Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel

4.0 star property
Darlington hotel with 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges

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In the heart of the city, Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel offers a unique blend of style and eco-friendly charm. Indulge in international cuisine at one of two on-site restaurants, unwind with a drink at one of 2 bars or stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is R785
R942 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec

Room options

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Showing 3 of 3 rooms

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8,0 out of 10
Very good
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Minibar
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed

7,6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

8,8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Minibar
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Map
9-12 Priestgate, Darlington, England, DL1 1NW

What's nearby

  • St Cuthbert Church - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Darlington Civic Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Raby Castle - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Darlington Railway Centre and Museum - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • The Darlington Arena - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 20 min drive
  • Darlington Station - 11 min walk
  • Dinsdale Station - 13 min drive
  • North Road Darlington Station - 16 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The William Stead (Wetherspoon) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Pennyweight - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Tanners Hall (Wetherspoon) - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Red Lion - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel

Located near a train station, Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Darlington. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Carriages, one of 2 restaurants, which serves international cuisine and is open for dinner. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 83 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Secured on-site self-parking (GBP 5 per night)
    • On-site parking is limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
  • 2 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space (4638 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Alarm clock
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Carriages - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Kings Head - This restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 15 per person

Parking

  • Secured self parking costs GBP 5 per night

Policies

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).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Darlington Kings Hotel
Kings Darlington
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Frequently asked questions

Does Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel?

Yes. Self parking costs GBP 5 per night. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel and nearby?

Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel has 2 bars.

Are there restaurants at or near Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring international cuisine.

What's the area around Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel like?

Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel is in the heart of Darlington, a short 7-minute walk from Raby Castle and 6 minutes' walk from Darlington Civic Theatre.

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Reviews

Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel Reviews

8,0

Very good

8,4

Cleanliness

8,2

Location

8,4

Staff & service

7,4

Eco-friendliness

8,0

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Breakfast
Location
Bar
Bed
Shower
Parking
Bathroom
Food

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and comfortable room, friendly staff and enjoyable breakfast.
Joanne, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room was very clean and modern. Was kept awake most of night
Emma, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean friendly staff, close to all amenities, stayed before will stay again .
Jannine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

👍
DAVID, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Really could do with a bigger sign to show car park entrance. Parking prices show £20 per night for hotel guests where its actually £5, when you get to reception. Some of the carpet on the stairs are old and fraying. Small bedside light not working and cobwebs above wall light outside bathroom
Mary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel
Norah, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Friendly staff, hotel is dated and being city centre, it is noisy from the bars and the church bell that rang continously. The breakfast option could be better with the presentation and options.
Felix, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Dingy and terrible parking!
Aimee, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Staff were nice, few amenities in room. Lifts had had work done, floors of lifts and carpets near lifts, full of left debris. Unable to open windows on hot evening however fan I provided in room.
Michelle, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely staff, especially housekeeper
Sarah, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good & clean right in the town centre
Darren, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were excellent, friendly and helpful with nothing too much trouble.
Andy, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice enough room clean and comfortable
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Situated right in the center within easy walking distance of the theater and good eating options close by.
Ralph, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Such friendy staff, they couldn't do enough for us, the room was spotlessly clean and really warm. Great location near to a shopping centre. 10 out of 10!
Lee, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great value

Called them for an early check in they sorted me for 1.00pm. Lovely helpful smiley person at check in desk. Great value for money and excellent location. Didn’t have breakfast so can’t comment.
Ian, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location

Great location in the city centre. Room fairy spacious with high ceiling (#429) - stayed 29/8/25 - 31/8/25 Decor throughout quite good and well maintained for standard of hotel. Bed very springy however and not that comfortable at all. Needs changing. Good selection of breakfast items and presented nicely. Also great coffee machine. Manual hot water dispenser is temperamental and it takes an age to dispense water for tea. Reception team friendly and very welcoming. However their knowledge of local electrical charging points is limited. Suggested Morrison car park 1.5 miles away when we found far closer points in local car park. Also when I asked about local things to do I was told "Drinking". Maybe it's a northern thing.... I don't know. Overall a good hotel and would consider it again. Thank you for your hospitality.
C, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Ok

The room was quite tired with hole in wall, paint on door, very dirry windows. Frames in bad condition on windows too. No hotvwater on Sunday morning so could not have a shower
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

weekend stay

have to pay for car parking.
RALPH, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location, very nice hotel, Can’t comment on dining and bar as didn’t use them.
Richard, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Spotless, property in ideal central location
Michael, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lady on reception put us miles away with lift no working to 3rd floor . Hotel did not seem busy so why
Peter, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice staff
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice night in Darlington 👍
Nick, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Convenient for getting to the part of town we were visiting. Right in the middle of town if you needed to get any shopping, eating places or a drink. Not far from the hippodrome to see a show
Alison, 1-night trip