Mercure Darlington King'S Hotel, Darlington (Durham) ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

9-12 Priestgate, Darlington (Durham), United Kingdom, DL1 1NW

Mercure Darlington King's Hotel is a 4-star eco-friendly hotel featuring a Victorian façade and modern amenities. Guests can enjoy dining options at the King's Grill restaurant and bar, free WiFi, and a ballroom for events. The hotel is located in the heart of the historic market town, overlooking the Pease statue and Market Square.

Rooms & Amenities

Each of the 83 guestrooms at Mercure Darlington features modern decor, en suite bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, and tea/coffee making facilities. Some rooms include a Nespresso coffee machine and a complimentary minibar for added convenience. Guests can choose between standard double, standard twin, and privilege room options.

Dining & Nearby Options

Dining options include breakfast and dinner at the King's Grill restaurant and light meals at the bar. The bar features a selection of spirits, wines, and cocktails made from locally sourced ingredients. Private dining is available for groups of 10 or more.

Meetings & Events

Mercure Darlington King's Hotel offers five event spaces, accommodating up to 300 guests, making it suitable for meetings, conferences, and weddings. The Kings Ballroom is highlighted for its elegant décor, featuring chandeliers and exposed fireplaces. The team provides dedicated support for event planning and execution.

Access & Local Area

Parking is available for guests, and the hotel is easily accessible from public transport, with bus stops just a short walk away. The nearest airport is Durham Tees Valley Airport, located 5.5 miles from the hotel. Nearby attractions include the Darlington Clock Tower and Joseph Pease Statue.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Double Room

Max:

2 persons

12 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Heating

Bathtub

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Superior Double Room

Max:

2 persons

12 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Coffee machine

Heating

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Standard Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

12 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Darlington (Durham)400 m

Airports

Durham Tees Valley (MME) 9.8 km

Newcastle (NCL) 69.4 km

Bus

Bus stop300 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Wi-Fi

Parking

GBP 5 per day

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's buffet

Room features

Heating
Mini-bar
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
Direct dial telephone
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

9-12 Priestgate, Darlington (Durham), United Kingdom, DL1 1NW

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9-12 Priestgate, Darlington (Durham), United Kingdom, DL1 1NW

City landmarks

Museum

Head of Steam

1.3 km

Landmark

Joseph Pease Statue

1.0 km

Landmark

Durham Town Hall

600 m

Park

Broken Scar Picnic Area

1.0 km

Theatre

The Hullabalo

610 m

Landmark

South Park

1.6 km

Landmark

Hopetown Carriage Works

1.3 km

Landmark

Skerne Bridge

1.2 km

Landmark

Thornton Hall Gardens

2.1 km

Golf Course

Darlington Golf Club

2.6 km

Landmark

Drinkfield Marsh Nature Reserve

2.8 km

Landmark

West Park

2.9 km

Landmark

David Mach's Train sculpture

3.5 km

Landmark

Darlington Brick Train Sculpture

3.7 km

Nearby

West Row

Market Hall and Clock Tower

160 m

1 Tubwell Row

Darlington Clock Tower

150 m

Church

St Cuthbert Church

340 m

Beaumont Street West

Inside Out

450 m

Restaurants

Porter's

370 m

15 Queen Street Shopping Centre

The Pennyweight

280 m

8 Bakehouse Hill

Al Forno

340 m

81 Skinnergate

The Old Yard Tapas Bar

240 m

98 Bondgate

The Waterhouse Kitchen

190 m

Covered Market 1 West Row

Picco Bar & Pizzeria

250 m

20 Bondgate

Cafe Nero

240 m

8-9 Horsemarket

Pizza Hut Darlington

260 m

4 5 & 6 Horsemarket

Cafe Spice

320 m

19 Clarks Yard Off Skinnergate Opposite Argos

Bella Italia

450 m

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