The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Cozy Comfort
I loved the comfort of the bed; it made for a restful night’s sleep after a long day.view full review
Tasty Meals!
The food quality was excellent, and I felt it offered great value for what I received.view full review
Quick Resolution
Any issues we encountered were promptly addressed, which really enhanced our stay experience.view full review
Satisfying Breakfast
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General
Wi-Fi
Dining
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Media
Television
Telephone
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Location
Black Boy Road,
West Rainton,
United Kingdom,
DH4 6PY,
Durham
Map view
Black Boy Road,
West Rainton,
United Kingdom,
DH4 6PY,
Durham
City landmarks
St Andrew
1.1
km
Hunter's House Pit
800 m
Joe's Pond
1.4
km
Rainton Meadows Visitor Centre
1.1
km
Houghton Le String
Elba Park
2.3
km
View to pond
1.5
km
Resolution Pit
1.5
km
Rainton Colliery Nicholson's Pumping Pit
1.5
km
Union Hall Farm Next TO UNION Brasside
Adventure Valley
3.7
km
Finchale Ave
Finchale Priory
2.8
km
Church
Christ Church Lumley
2.0
km
Adventure Pit
2.0
km
West Rainton War Memorial
2.3
km
The Parish Church of St Mary The Virgin
2.4
km
Church of St Cuthbert
2.4
km
Church of St Barnabas
2.4
km
Middle Rainton Village
2.2
km
Great Lumley Methodist Church
2.2
km
Amusement Park
Riverside Park
3.9
km
St Michael's RC Church
2.5
km
Bournmoor Churchyard
2.4
km
Wesleyan Methodist Chapel
2.4
km
St Michaels
2.5
km
Church
St Michael and All Angels Church
2.7
km
Lumley Castle
3.4
km
Bethany Christian Centre
2.6
km
Houghton-le-Spring Methodist Church
2.7
km
1914 - 1919 Our Glorious Dead
2.7
km
Golf Course
Chester-le-Street Golf Club
3.5
km
Nearby
Rainton Meadows Visitor Centre
1.1
km
Restaurants
Chilton Country Pub and Hotel
100 m
Black Boy Road Fencehouses
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
74%
liked the hotel and would stay again
cozy
outstanding service
humid room
cleanliness issue
7.4/10
Very good
Rooms
7.1
Location
7.7
Service
8.4
Dining
6.9
Guest reviews
7.4/10
based on 10 reviews
8.1
8.1/10based on 610 reviews
Archibald
United Kingdom,
May
2024
7.4/10
My stay at this hotel was very pleasant. The room was extremely comfortable and spacious, providing everything I needed for a cosy stay in the countryside. However, the soundproofing wasn't great, and we had to deal with either cold or tepid water each morning. Overall, a highly recommended option for a relaxing stay.
Rooms
8.0
The room was extremely comfortable and spacious, offering everything one might need for a cosy stay in the countryside.
Service
7.0
The service was welcoming and efficient, although it could have been more friendly and less judgmental.
Location
9.0
The location is close to the A1 but still nestled in the beautiful countryside, providing lovely far-reaching views. Perfect for an overnight stop on the way to Scotland or for exploring local attractions.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was average, with some items overcooked and lacking in presentation. However, the availability of Greek traditional products was a nice touch.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers essential facilities suitable for a comfortable stay, though there is room for improvement in certain areas.
Will
United Kingdom,
March
2024
6.8/10
The hotel had spacious rooms with a bit of a unique layout, offering a mix of comfort but lacking privacy. The service was friendly and efficient, although some areas needed improvement. The location was convenient for various events and explorations, yet cleanliness was a concern. The dining experience was enjoyable with a good selection, but some aspects were lacking. Overall, a decent stay with room for enhancement.
Rooms
7.0
The room was large and equipped with the essentials for a comfortable stay, but the layout with a door through to another room brought noise concerns.
Service
8.0
The service was friendly and efficient, especially reception, creating a pleasant atmosphere despite some minor issues.
Location
6.0
The location was convenient for attending events and exploring nearby areas, but cleanliness standards were not entirely met.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience offered a good selection, although there were some issues reported by other guests. Overall, a pleasant experience.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel provided basic facilities that met our needs adequately, but there were areas that required better upkeep.
James
United Kingdom,
February
2024
7.0/10
The hotel had very small rooms but they were clean, with a thin door that lacked privacy but offered a view of horses outside. The service was satisfactory, though not too attentive. The location was quiet and peaceful, perfect for a stopover on the way to Scotland. The dining experience was mixed, with cooked-to-order meals but also some slippery moments. The facilities were decent overall, catering well to my needs.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were very small but clean, with a unique view of horses outside.
Service
6.0
The service was satisfactory, with some minor issues resolved.
Location
8.0
The location was quiet and peaceful, ideal for an overnight stop on the way to Scotland.
Dining
7.0
The dining was a mix of cooked-to-order meals and some near accidents, with a nice touch of hot waffles.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were decent and suited my needs adequately.
Christopher
United Kingdom,
November
2023
7.6/10
My stay at the hotel was a mixture of comfort and noise. The rooms were cozy and the staff, especially Sandra, was welcoming, but the noise from nearby activities could be distracting. The placement of furniture in the room was not ideal.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were comfy, but the door connecting to another guest's room was not ideal for privacy.
Service
9.0
The staff was both professional and friendly, making the overall experience enjoyable.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was convenient for our needs, although noise from surrounding activities could be heard.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good, but there were minor issues with food preparation.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were satisfactory, but improvements could be made for a better overall experience.
Harry
United Kingdom,
September
2023
8.2/10
I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The rooms were extremely clean and comfortable, offering good facilities despite being a bit dated. However, I had to deal with a minor inconvenience regarding the TV remote in my room. The service was top-notch, especially Tara, who went above and beyond to assist us. The location was excellent for our visit to the Beamish Museum and the Metro Centre, although it was a bit distant from other surrounding towns. The dining experience was overall good, but some areas felt slightly below expectations. The facilities provided were great, making my stay enjoyable.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were extremely clean and comfortable, with good facilities.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent, especially with Tara going out of her way to assist us.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was excellent for our visit to the Beamish Museum and the Metro Centre.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good overall, with some aspects falling slightly short of expectations.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities provided were great, enhancing my overall stay experience.
Laurence
United Kingdom,
September
2023
7.4/10
The hotel is situated in a convenient location close to motorways and surrounded by scenic countryside. The rooms are clean and well-fitted, although there were issues with the door lock. The service was excellent with polite and knowledgeable staff, making our stay enjoyable. The dining experience was good, but there is room for improvement. The hotel offers good value for money considering the facilities provided.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms are clean and well-fitted, but there was an issue with the door lock.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent with polite and knowledgeable staff.
Location
8.0
The hotel is situated in a convenient location close to motorways and surrounded by scenic countryside.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was good, but there is room for improvement.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities are adequate but could be enhanced to improve guest experience.
Michael
United Kingdom,
September
2023
7.4/10
My stay at the hotel was mixed. The location was great for visiting local attractions and not far from Durham city center, but the room had some issues with noise and lack of a shower attachment. The service was exceptional, with staff going above and beyond to help us, and the food was good. However, the dining area could use some improvements.
Rooms
6.0
The room was noisy, and the bathtub without a shower attachment was not convenient.
Service
9.0
The staff provided exceptional service, going above and beyond to assist us.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was excellent for exploring the area and visiting local attractions.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good overall, but there is room for improvement in the dining area.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel facilities were decent, but some areas could be updated for a better experience.
Mervyn
United Kingdom,
August
2023
7.4/10
The hotel offered a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms were a bit shabby and had a care home feel, though they were decent with a king size bed. The staff provided exceptional service and were very helpful, even going above and beyond to assist us. The location was convenient for our needs, but the smell of smoke coming into the room was a drawback.
Rooms
6.0
The rooms were a bit shabby and had a care home feel, but the king size bed was decent.
Service
9.0
The staff provided exceptional service and were very helpful, going above and beyond to assist us.
Location
7.0
The location was convenient for our needs, but the smell of smoke coming into the room was a drawback.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was still good, with friendly staff and cooked-to-order options.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offered good facilities that met our needs.
Neil
United Kingdom,
June
2023
7.4/10
The hotel surprised me with a pokey bathroom in the room, but the overall experience was cozy and gorgeous. The dining room had a vintage charm, though a bit humid. Fans could easily solve that. The service was outstanding with staff going above and beyond to help me, and the room was better than higher-rated hotels nearby. Drinks at the bar were surprisingly cheap too.
Rooms
8.0
The room was cozy and gorgeous, perfect for a cold night.
Service
9.0
The staff was outstanding, going above and beyond to assist me and making me feel so welcome.
Location
7.0
The hotel is situated in a nice quiet location, ideal for visiting relatives in nearby Houghton le Spring.
Dining
7.0
The food was cooked to order, offering a good variety, but options like vegetarian and vegan dishes were lacking.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were satisfactory, but the cleanliness of the room was a bit of a letdown.
cozy
humid room
Tommy
United Kingdom,
May
2023
7.8/10
The hotel was comfortable and the staff was friendly, especially Sandra who made us feel very welcome. However, the room lacked proper ventilation and cooling options, making it overly hot at times.
Rooms
7.0
The room was so comfy, and Sandra made us feel very welcome. However, it was absolutely roasting hot with no air conditioning.
Service
9.0
The staff were really friendly and went above and beyond to help us, ensuring our satisfaction. The service and food were exceptional.
Location
8.0
The hotel suited the purpose of my visit nicely, and the staff were welcoming. Easy driving distance to local shops and restaurants.
Dining
7.0
The choice for breakfast was still good overall, but they seemed a bit unprepared. Cooked to order options were available.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had a lovely bar with affordable drinks and outstanding rooms. The facilities were convenient and clean.
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