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Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel

4 stars

7.5

Good

based on 2499 reviews

9-12 Priestgate, Darlington, DL1 1NW, United Kingdom

9-12 Priestgate, Darlington

+44 132 538 0222

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Overview

The Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel, located in the heart of Darlington, is arguably one of the towns most iconic buildings dating back to Victorian times. The property was lovingly restored in 2012 after a devastating fire and now houses 83 guestrooms, 4 versatile meeting rooms and the magnificent Kings Ballroom, stunning cocktail bar and restaurant. As with all Mercure hotels, guests can expect a stellar service from start to finish and a truly memorable stay. Our experienced team of hoteliers are on h

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Free Wi-Fi
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Wi-Fi available in all areas
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Guests praised the hotel's central location, making it convenient for exploring the town and accessing transport. The staff consistently received positive comments for being friendly and accommodating. Cleanliness was generally appreciated, with several guests mentioning tidy rooms. Breakfast was highlighted as a strong point, with a good selection and quality. Comfortable beds were also noted. However, some guests experienced issues such as noise, limited parking, tired rooms, and occasional maintenance problems, but overall, the positives outweighed the negatives.

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9-12 Priestgate, Darlington, DL1 1NW

What's nearby

St Cuthbert Church261 yd
Head of Steam Darlington Railway Museum0.7 mi
The Blackwell Grange Golf Club1.4 mi
The Darlington Arena1.4 mi
Whessoe2.1 mi
Bishopton Castle6.1 mi
Raby Castle10.9 mi

Check-in/Check-out	Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00
Cancellation/pre-payment	Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Low season	High season	Average price (weeknight)	Average price (weekend night)
March	September	£75	£112
Cheapest month to stay with an average 32% drop in price.	Most expensive month to stay with an average 15% rise in price.	Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.	Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel

Which month has the cheapest rates at Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel?

The cheapest month to stay at Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel is January, with an average nightly rate of £53. The most expensive month is September at £85 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel?

The cheapest day to book Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel is Sunday, with an average nightly rate of £55. The most expensive day is Saturday at £143 per night.

How far in advance should you book Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel?

To get the best price at Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel, book around 5 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 30% compared to booking last minute.

If you’re after a cheap room at Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in March and December.
Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel, plan to stay on a Sunday or Thursday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
The cheapest price a room at Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £48, while the most expensive was £161.
How long should you stay at Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

Where is Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel located?
Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel is located at 9-12 Priestgate, 0.2 miles from the centre of Darlington. St Cuthbert Church is the closest landmark to Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel.
When is check-in time and check-out time at Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel?
Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel.
Does Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.
How far is Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel from the airport?
Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel is 4.9 miles from Darlington Teesside Intl. Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel is 35.8 miles from Newcastle upon Tyne.
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KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel in Darlington and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel.

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Distance to city centre	Nearest airport	Distance to airport
0.2 mi	Darlington Teesside Intl	4.9 mi