The Grey Horse





7.5Good
(379 Ratings)
"2nd time I have stayed here, fantastic value for money, room was immaculate and well presented, Staff are brilliant, Although room was above a very busy bar(Well it is a Saturday) the noise level was ..."
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2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Well priced for this locationPriced under area average
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Featuring a garden, shared lounge, bar and free WiFi, The Grey Horse is located in Darlington, 27 miles from Lumley Castle and 30 miles from Beamish Museum. The property provides karaoke and luggage storage space.
Free WiFi/internet
Free Parking
Non-smoking
Heating
Bar
WiFi/Internet
Shared living spaces
Garden
Accessible Parking
Family friendly
Smoking allowed
Fire alarm
Fire extinguisher
Cleaning products
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7.5Good
(379 Ratings)
"2nd time I have stayed here, fantastic value for money, room was immaculate and well presented, Staff are brilliant, Although room was above a very busy bar(Well it is a Saturday) the noise level was ..."
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Ratings and reviews
8.0 / 10.0
The room I had was situated above the bar, and although you could hear the music and people, it wasn't to intrusive and it should be expected when staying at a pub. The room itself was spacious enough with a shower room which was clean and tidy when I arrived. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. The pub itself was really nice and had sky sports for the football. There is a small shop pretty much next door and a larger one a few minuets walk away.
I can't say there was anything I didn't like in the 2 nights that I stayed.
5.0 / 10.0
Good location that’s all
The room was freezing cold no way to turn the heating on and there was no one to talk to, there was very small oil heater in the room however it didn’t help, the beds was so hard and lumpy didn’t sleep at all
7.0 / 10.0
It was convenient for our stay. Room was OK just a little cramped.
Bar closed at 2300 on a Saturday night!!!
8.0 / 10.0
The pub looks nice but I don't get the opportunity to sample the ales. Always pleasant when you arrive and very accommodating to special requests.
Last 3 stays they've had heating issues in the rooms and it had been very cold but this stay they did have portable heaters which took off the chill.
5.0 / 10.0
Location and ease of parking
The mattress was bloody uncomfortable and suffered with a bad back for the following day. I had the front room so was noisey next to the road.
6.0 / 10.0
The staff were very friendly and listened when I had to raise an issue with my room.
It' wasnt deal to check in at the public bar and lump your luggage through but OK. Unfortunately the room i was allocated was very very cold so I had to ask to be moved due to a heating issue being worked on at the time. Sadly the beds were very soft and lumpy and clearly poor quality so it was difficult to get a good night sleep which is so important. The rooms are basic but have everything you need. Whilst the bedrooms appear to have been recently redecorated the bathrooms were a bit dated and my bathroom lacked a heated towel rail so I had to leave the door wide open to try and let heat from the bedroom keep it aired overnight. Finally the walls are quite thin and i could hear the people in the bathroom next to my room, coughing and going to the toilet etc. .
6.0 / 10.0
Nice welcoming staff, room was bigger than usual, had en suite also.
No food on offer on arrival, though was made aware a takeaway food delivery was allowed in the room. The room was cold when I walked in and remained cold till I left, condensation laden sash and case wooden windows, (very quaint but not insulating) no secondary or double glazing, there was a radiator with an independent valve, but once opened radiator stayed cold.
6.0 / 10.0
Was in fab location and very friendly staff
Room was very small
6.0 / 10.0
It's good value for money and room was comfortable and clean.
The heating wasn't working and I reported it. I was told it would be dealt with. When I returned at 11pm the room was bitterly cold and heating still not working. I'm presuming this is a one off episode and it won't stop me staying again in the future.
10.0 / 10.0
2nd time I have stayed here, fantastic value for money, room was immaculate and well presented, Staff are brilliant, Although room was above a very busy bar(Well it is a Saturday) the noise level was very low, a brilliant sleep in a very comfortable bed.
Thank you Guys, I'll be back soon
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Nowt
1.0 / 10.0
Nothing atall
That they didn’t tell me that they was gonna be playing music so loud to 12pm! I stayed with my little boy plus after the music finished people in the room next to me was so loud so we didn’t get no sleep atall . Bed was so hard . Shower wasn’t powerfull atall. No wifi works in the rooms and couldn’t get no phone signal . Was a horrible experience will not be staying again
10.0 / 10.0
Clean, tidy and safe for solo travellers.
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4.0 / 10.0
Staff were pleasant enough
We had room 6 it was tiny shower door almost coming off dirty skirting boards but put up with it as it was for only one night
6.0 / 10.0
Very friendly staff, good location and price and nearby options for food, clear communication and good for a one or two night's stay.
Thin walls meant being able to hear the loud guests in the middle of the night who also kept slamming doors in the early hours (which is hardly the hotel's fault, but some better regulation would have been appreciated) and no breakfast option on location, but alternatives were presented.
6.0 / 10.0
The property was fine friendly staff car park. The staff offered to help us with a food order as the kitchen was not in use. Plenty of towels
The noise from the bar below ongoing after 11pm.
9.0 / 10.0
The room was small but comfortable with everything you needed. The ensuite was fine. Any music was stopped at a reasonable time. All in all it was a pleasant experience.
The table light didn't work but we found it was not plugged in. The TV was strange but once we discovered how to work it it was fine
5.0 / 10.0
Room was clean and comfortable - the bed was very comfortable. The staff were friendly. The car park felt very safe at the back of the pub.
The WiFi was not working. The room is above a pub that no longer serves food ay any time so despite it having B&B written on the pub there is no possibility of breakfast.
As it was a Saturday night there was very loud music until 11pm, right under the room.
9.0 / 10.0
Location is great. Nice pub. Room is small but reflects in price.
Got stuck in the bathroom due to an issue with the lock or handle. Would have been an issue if I was alone lol.
10.0 / 10.0
The room was very clean. The staff was so friendly and was very helpful.
There wasn’t anything I could fault the grey horse stay on. Would definitely stay there again.
3.0 / 10.0
Location and parking ok. Couple of pubs nearby and short taxi into town.
Had to move rooms because of bed bugs.
Manager quite rude when we returned late when pub was closing and would only serve us 1 drink if we paid cash!!! We explained we were staying there and were late for pit evening out due to changing rooms for the bed bug problem. I got the impression they knew there was an issue.
4.0 / 10.0
The property looked nice and was a busy loud pub.
The room was compact but clean as was the bathroom
Kettle cups and plenty of milk
Staff lovely friendly
The bed was awful and the springs were coming through and digging in.
There was no hair dryer
8.0 / 10.0
We enjoyed our stay, and using the pub too.
Double bedroom was a bit on the small size as was the window.
6.0 / 10.0
Efficient, helpful staff.
The road noise! It may have been reduced if the room had thicker curtains.
7.0 / 10.0
Lively Saturday night, lovely staff and cheap booze!
No food, room was a bit tired but adequate for me.
5.0 / 10.0
The shower was large enough, the room was tiny - we could barely move. The expectation weren't met because on the picture the rooms look bigger. Staff was nice and the pub below is nice too.
9.0 / 10.0
Breakfast being available would made a difference.
8.0 / 10.0
Very nice location
Nothing
7.0 / 10.0
Pool table and a dart board with reasonable priced drinks.
My room was quite small with extremely squeaky floorboards. Bed was firm but I personally don’t mind that. Room was clean and the shower was decent. I had room #6 and it was quiet in the evening which is good.
1.0 / 10.0
If you want a decent sleep DO NOT stay here, I understand it’s a pub and music is on but it was absolutely blasting till about half 11, I was on the first floor and it was unbearable I nearly left but I was exhausted after travelling, The TV in the room didn’t work, they don’t serve food, would never go back, joke of a place.
5.0 / 10.0
The location was good for my commute.
Helpful staff
WIFI though free is bad, phone signal is passable so really no network
The hotel in front read cooked food, but no food was on offer
Even the bar was short stocked
7.0 / 10.0
Good
10.0 / 10.0
Really loved our room..spotless and spacious ..lovely window view ..would definitely come bk again thankyou.
8.0 / 10.0
Exceptionally friendly staff, made us feel very welcome. Good location for events at Darlington Hippodrome. Rooms have everything you need. Good private carpark at the rear.
Pub does not serve food, however they were happy for us to order takeaway and eat in the pub. They even provided cutlery.
8.0 / 10.0
Room was clean and sufficient for my needs, small leak from the bottom left of the toilet, but not an issue, plenty of tea/coffee towels and toilet paper delivered most days.
Would have been better if you could get streaming TV in your room instead of the usual Freeview
7.0 / 10.0
Friendly staff. Good parking.
The bed was terrible. Mattress was at least 10 years old. Felt like 3 or 4 jacket potatoes were left in the bed
4.0 / 10.0
Nothing
Terrible food, no conversation regarding it,
Hosts not interested, arrived lunchtime, loud from the bar due to bingo games, underneath our room, very small bed for a double, uninterested staff.
4.0 / 10.0
Easy parking, close to facilities within walking distance, easy to get to airport
Kitchen closed, very lumpy mattresses, radiator turned off.
5.0 / 10.0
Stayed before
Clean , comfortable,
Good value
Friendly staff
This time checked in at Bar and met friends had meal as food stops serving 7:30
Went to room later unpacked and then found out showers was not working properly Was so tired went to bed and left early next morning. Didn’t see anyone to let them know
FYI Stayed in Room 6
5.0 / 10.0
Pub
Dated
5.0 / 10.0
Good value for money and the location was ideal as we needed a place for the night on our way back to London from Scotland.
There was no place to hang a towel nor a clothes rack. The carpet was shoddy and didn’t feel like it was clean.
FAQs
Does this property follow enhanced cleaning procedures?
Yes, this inn has implemented enhanced cleaning procedures and processes to keep you healthy and safe.
Is parking included with this inn?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at The Grey Horse. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this inn?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this inn. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is The Grey Horse pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this inn is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at The Grey Horse?
We found 14 amenities for this rental. This includes free wifi/internet, free parking, non-smoking, heating, and bar.
