Name: The Saxon Inn
Address: 1 Saxon Green Escomb, Bishop Auckland, GB

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Guest scores & sentiment

From 239 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-12

Guests praise warm service, authentic food, and comfortable rooms with high value. Main complaints involve room hygiene issues, limited parking, noise disturbances, and occasional slow service.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Service9.6

Rooms9.2

Cleanliness9.2

Wi-Fi9.0

Value8.9

Location8.8

Surroundings8.8

Facilities8.6

＋ PraisedFriendly and helpful staff · Excellent and generous breakfast · High-quality food with good value · Comfortable beds

－ ComplaintsOutdated or faulty facilities · Heating issues or slow warming · Tight parking spaces · Noise from pub events

KEYIdeal for those seeking traditional pub experiences and cuisine. Be mindful of limited parking and potential noise or cleanliness variances in rooms.

FAQ · grounded in hotel data & reviews

locationHow is the location and transportation convenience?＋

Located in quiet Bishop Auckland, some rooms require driving to town center. Parking is available but limited, so plan ahead.

diningAre breakfast and dining options rich?＋

The restaurant offers authentic British cuisine with generous, delicious breakfasts. It caters to vegetarian, dairy-free, and vegan diets with high value.

familyIs this hotel suitable for families?＋

Yes, it welcomes children with kid meals and family rooms. Families praise the service and value, though parking can be tight.

coupleWhat is the experience for couples?＋

Couples rate it highly for comfortable rooms, cozy atmosphere, and excellent breakfast, ideal for a quiet rural getaway.

roomHow are the room facilities and cleanliness?＋

Rooms score 9.2 for cleanliness and comfort. However, some guests report aging facilities like leaking showers or heating issues, so inspect upon arrival.

serviceWhat is the level of hotel service?＋

Service scores 9.6, with guests praising warm, friendly, and flexible staff. Occasional slow responses may occur during peak times.

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Room types · 5

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Deluxe Quadruple Room

3 × Twin bed / 1 × Double bed30 ㎡up to 5

Offering free toiletries, this quadruple room includes a private bathroom with a bath and a hairdryer. The quadruple room has carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a tea and coffee maker, a dining area, as well as a wardrobe. The unit has 4 beds.

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Deluxe King Room

1 × Queen bed21 ㎡up to 2

Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath and a hairdryer. The double room features carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a tea and coffee maker, a dining area, as well as a wardrobe. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Deluxe Triple Room

1 × Twin bed / 1 × Queen bed21 ㎡up to 3

Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a bath and a hairdryer. The triple room features carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a tea and coffee maker, a dining area, as well as a wardrobe. The unit offers 2 beds.

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Standard Double Room

1 × Double bed12 ㎡up to 2

Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. The double room has carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a tea and coffee maker, a dining area, as well as a wardrobe. The unit has 1 bed.

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Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds

1 × Double bed / 3 × Twin bedup to 5

1 Double Bed and 3 Twin BedsIndividually decorated room Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 40-inch flat-screen TV with NetflixFood & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and free bottled waterSleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and a hair dryerPractical - Iron/ironing board, desk, and phoneComfort - Daily housekeeping and heatingNon-Smoking

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Facilities · 46

All facilities & services listed by the hotel (aggregated across sources).

Offsite parking discounted rates availableFamily roomsParkingTerraceDartsShared lounge/TV areaKid mealsOutdoor furniturePet bowlsPet basketStaff adhere to local safety protocolsGuest rooms disinfected between staysCleaning standards that are effective against CoronavirusPhysical distancing rules followedHand sanitizer in guest room and key areasCashless payment availableFire extinguishersFirst aid kit availableSanitized tableware & silverwareInvoice providedGuests can opt-out any cleaning services during staySmoke alarmsShared stationery like menus, pens are removedGuest room sealed after cleaningPhysical distancing in dining areasKey accessCCTV outside propertyScreens / Barriers between staff and guests for safetyFace masks for guests availableSecurity alarmInternet accessJapanese gardenOffsite parking discounted rates availableBilliards or pool tableSecured parkingSelf parking (surcharge)Television in common areasVegetarian menu options availableWine release eventsFree wired internetGamesGolfing on siteHousekeeping on requestNon-smoking roomsRestaurantNon-smoking throughout

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Nearby & map

Sights

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Escomb Church

place_of_worship

church in Escomb, County Durham, England, UK

62m

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Auckland Castle

historic

castle in the town of Bishop Auckland in County Durham, England, UK

2.5km

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Binchester Roman Fort

historic

Roman fort in County Durham, England, UK

2.5km

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Witton Castle

historic

castle in County Durham, England, United Kingdom

3.5km

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Locomotion

museum

railway museum, transport museum, collection museum, children's museum, open-air museum in Shildon, United Kingdom

6.9km

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Church of St Helen, Auckland

place_of_worship

Grade I listed church, County Durham, England, UK

3.4km

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Gaunless Bridge

landmark

bridge in United Kingdom

3.7km

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Brancepeth Castle

historic

Grade I listed castle in County Durham, England, UK

8.4km

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