Name: Houndgate Townhouse
Address: 11 Houndgate, Darlington, GB

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Guest scores & sentiment

From 80 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-22

Guests praise the central location, stylish decor, comfortable rooms, and exceptional staff service, particularly highlighting the breakfast and fish restaurant. Main complaints involve noise from the bar or kitchen vents in some rooms, lack of on-site parking, and occasional cleanliness issues.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Service9.7

Rooms9.6

Cleanliness9.6

Location9.4

Facilities9.4

Surroundings9.4

Value9.2

Wi-Fi9.1

＋ PraisedAttentive & friendly staff · Excellent food & varied breakfast · Comfortable, clean & stylish rooms · Central location & convenient transport

－ ComplaintsNoticeable nighttime street/bar noise · No on-site parking available · Minor facility issues (lift/shower/AC) · Limited views or minor bedding details

KEYIdeal for foodies seeking convenience. Request rooms away from the bar/kitchen for quiet sleep and arrange nearby parking in advance.

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Room types · 4

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Deluxe Super King Room

1 × Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)35 ㎡up to 3

This room includes a super king-size four-poster bed, and an en suite wet room with bath and shower. The room also has disabled access.

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Luxury Super King or Twin Room

1 × Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) / 2 × Twin bed25 ㎡up to 2

This room is made up of 2 zip-and-link single beds, which can be made up as a king-size bed. There is a bath and shower.

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Standard King Room

1 × Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)19 ㎡up to 2

This room has a super king-size bed and a rain shower.

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Standard Double Room

1 × Double bed15 ㎡up to 2

This room has a double bed and large rain shower.

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Facilities · 45

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

Family roomsLift / ElevatorSafety deposit boxFax/photocopyingSoundproof roomsFacilities for disabled guestsTerracePrivate check-in/check-outKid mealsEmergency cord in bathroomOutdoor furnitureStaff 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 & silverwareContactless check-in/check-outInvoice providedGuests can opt-out any cleaning services during staySmoke alarmsShared stationery like menus, pens are removedPhysical distancing in dining areasKey accessCCTV outside property24-hour securityDelivered food - securely coveredSecurity alarmInternet accessJapanese gardenConcerts/live showsBulk dispenser for toiletriesReception hallTelevision in common areasVegetarian menu options availableWine release eventsFree wired internetHousekeeping on requestNon-smoking roomsRestaurantNon-smoking throughoutWheelchair accessible

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Nearby & map

DiningSights

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Forge

Modern Cuisine · ★ Michelin

££££

The sprawling Middleton Lodge Estate stretches out over 200 acres and today includes this creative restaurant which sits inside the forge that once served the estate. The tasting menu – which also comes in both vegetarian and vegan forms – features seasonal produce, including some grown on the Estate, where they even harvest their own honey and birch sap. The cooking demonstrates a strong grasp of balance and flavour, with dishes that allow these local ingredients to shine like the picture-perfect Reuben blackberry and pineapple weed tart.

10.0km

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Bay Horse

Modern Cuisine

£££

The jewel in the crown of this 15th-century coaching inn is its lovely garden and terrace, closely followed by its crackling fire for a warm winter's welcome. It's a smart, efficiently run but still relaxed and friendly pub, with serious modern cooking made up of many elements. The kitchen team show an ambitious edge, as well as strong classical technique underpinning the dishes – such as a finely made red wine sauce with grouse. If you want to extend your trip, settle in for the night at their cottage next door.

4.5km

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Click a row to locate it · distances are approximate. Data from Overture / Michelin / Wikidata.