Holiday Inn Washington by IHG
US$82
/ night
Avg. for October
Prices for Holiday Inn Washington by IHG
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US$82
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Holiday Inn Washington by IHG average US$62 in the cheapest month (January) and US$97 in the most expensive month (September), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$62 |
| February | US$72 |
| March | US$73 |
| April | US$75 |
| May | US$90 |
| June | US$80 |
| July | US$82 |
| August | US$76 |
| September | US$97 |
| October | US$82 |
| November | US$79 |
| December | US$68 |
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Most expensive: September (~US$97)
Cheapest: January (~US$62)
About this property
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a fitness center or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, barbecue grills, and a reception hall.
Amenities
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a fitness center or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, barbecue grills, and a reception hall.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Washington? This hotel has 2852 square feet (265 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Grab a bite to eat at Traders Restaurant, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Full breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Stay in one of 136 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.
Location
Located in Washington, Holiday Inn Washington by IHG is within a 15-minute drive of Durham University and St. James' Park. This hotel is 10 mi (16.1 km) from Quayside and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Pelaw Grange Greyhound Stadium.
What's nearby
Pelaw Grange Greyhound Stadium(1.7 Miles)
Washington Old Hall(2.4 Miles)
Angel of the North(2.9 Miles)
Lumley Castle(3 Miles)
George Washington Golf Club(3.9 Miles)
Herrington Country Park(4.1 Miles)
Penshaw Monument(4.6 Miles)
North East Aircraft Museum(5.7 Miles)
Saltwell Park(5.7 Miles)
Doxford International Business Park(6.2 Miles)
Beamish Open Air Museum(6.7 Miles)
Saltwell Park Dog Walking Area(6.9 Miles)
Beamish Wild(7.5 Miles)
Gateshead International Stadium(7.9 Miles)
South Moor Golf Club(8 Miles)
Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL)(16.1 Miles)
Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)(30.5 Miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Dry cleaning
Housekeeping
Location
Emerson, Washington, England, United Kingdom
Pelaw Grange Greyhound Stadium (1.7 Miles)
Washington Old Hall (2.4 Miles)
Angel of the North (2.9 Miles)
Lumley Castle (3 Miles)
George Washington Golf Club (3.9 Miles)
Herrington Country Park (4.1 Miles)
Room options
4
Premium Room
Room details
1 Single Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Sofa Bed
7
Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible
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2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Sofa Bed
11
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible
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1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Sofa Bed
8
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Sofa Bed
6
Standard Room, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Sofa Bed
7
Standard Room
Room details
1 Single Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Sofa Bed
5
Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds
Room details
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Sofa Bed
8
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa Bed
Room details
1 Double Bed
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 3
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Sofa Bed
5
Premium Room, 2 Twin Beds
Room details
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Sofa Bed
5
Premium Room, 1 Double Bed
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Sofa Bed
Guest reviews of Holiday Inn Washington by IHG
8.1
Very good
Based on 1,595 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
49%
Couple
22%
Family
15%
Group
8%
Solo
3%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Holiday Inn Washington by IHG, travellers frequently praise the friendly, helpful staff and convenient location just off the A1 for visits to Beamish, Durham, or Newcastle, with many finding it a reliable stopover for short stays.
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What guests think
At Holiday Inn Washington by IHG, travellers frequently praise the friendly, helpful staff and convenient location just off the A1 for visits to Beamish, Durham, or Newcastle, with many finding it a reliable stopover for short stays.
Rooms are generally comfortable but dated, with compact bathrooms and occasional issues with air conditioning or heating, and some traffic or event noise affecting certain stays. Breakfast is widely enjoyed, while dinner and bar experiences vary, with reports of overcharging, limited menus during events, or prepayment requirements. Cleanliness is usually acceptable but inconsistent, with several reviews noting bathroom maintenance or housekeeping lapses. Expect a convenient, budget-friendly base with warm service and some trade-offs in age and consistency.
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Facilities
On-site dining and ample free parking are positives. The small gym is dated and Wi‑Fi reliability has been patchy at times.
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Donald
13 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent hotel, very comfortable and welcoming. The staff were really friendly and helpful. The room facilities were excellent, very clean, great hot water for shower. Only item i was disappointed with was the gym, poor equipment, not enough weights, mainly anaerobic equipment.
Excellent hotel, very comfortable and welcoming. The staff were really friendly and helpful. The room facilities were excellent, very clean, great hot water for shower. Only item i was disappointed with was the gym, poor equipment, not enough weights, mainly anaerobic equipment.
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Darren
30 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel was a bit dated. There was a leak in the bathroom and split in the shower pipe. The gym was very out of date, with some equipment needed repair. However, the bar and restaurant area was fine. Value for money was good for an overnight stay.
The hotel was a bit dated. There was a leak in the bathroom and split in the shower pipe. The gym was very out of date, with some equipment needed repair. However, the bar and restaurant area was fine. Value for money was good for an overnight stay.
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Sarah
22 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Our room was clean, comfortable and quiet. There is plenty of parking. Unfortunately the wi-fi was down throughout our stay. We were advised at check-in. Sadly this did cause us a few issues as the mobile signal is also weak and we were trying to work. The interior needs some updating e.g. sofas in the reception area are very worn. We do have reason to be in the area a fair bit and would probably stay again for sensibly priced one night stop over.
Our room was clean, comfortable and quiet. There is plenty of parking. Unfortunately the wi-fi was down throughout our stay. We were advised at check-in. Sadly this did cause us a few issues as the mobile signal is also weak and we were trying to work. The interior needs some updating e.g. sofas in the reception area are very worn. We do have reason to be in the area a fair bit and would probably stay again for sensibly priced one night stop over.
10
Tracey
20 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Good clean hotel close to the centre. Breakfast full & plenty WiFi was hot & miss but overall fairly price and would highly recommend
Good clean hotel close to the centre. Breakfast full & plenty WiFi was hot & miss but overall fairly price and would highly recommend
10
Nick
13 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great overnight stay. Staff at reception and bar were friendly on arrival. Parking plentiful and located close to motorway.
Great overnight stay. Staff at reception and bar were friendly on arrival. Parking plentiful and located close to motorway.
10
Philip
5 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Easy check in, ample free parking, room clean & tidy but small, bathroom very compact!
Easy check in, ample free parking, room clean & tidy but small, bathroom very compact!
10
Georgina
13 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice place to stay easy to find and plenty of parking spaces. Chose here as reasonably priced and close to a running event a family member was attending
Nice place to stay easy to find and plenty of parking spaces. Chose here as reasonably priced and close to a running event a family member was attending
10
Kevin
19 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Rooms and bed not as big as other hotel chains but comfortable. Having restaurant in hotel serving excellent food was a real bonus
Rooms and bed not as big as other hotel chains but comfortable. Having restaurant in hotel serving excellent food was a real bonus
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Joanne
11 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Room is clean and tidy, has everything needed, hairdryer, luggage rack, tea making facilities, decent car park and electric car charging available. All staff i spoke to were helpful and polite.
Room is clean and tidy, has everything needed, hairdryer, luggage rack, tea making facilities, decent car park and electric car charging available. All staff i spoke to were helpful and polite.
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Heena
15 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely hotel, friendly staff and small fitness gym which has weights, treadmill
Lovely hotel, friendly staff and small fitness gym which has weights, treadmill
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Cleanliness
Many guests found rooms clean, but cleanliness and maintenance are inconsistent. Several reviews cite bathroom grime or wear and occasional missed housekeeping details.
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TIMOTHY
30 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Good parking, clean room and friendly staff.
Good parking, clean room and friendly staff.
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Rav
6 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room & bedding smelt of cigarettes. The bathroom cleanliness wasn’t up to scratch. The staff welcome at reception was professional.
The room & bedding smelt of cigarettes. The bathroom cleanliness wasn’t up to scratch. The staff welcome at reception was professional.
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adam
9 Jul 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Hotel is a bit on the tired side. Bathroom has enamel coming off the bath, rusty items, and poor sealant around the bath. The room itself was clean. Bed ok, pillows not very good. Reasonably quiet. Good parking. The breakfast was very good. A comprehensive offering
Hotel is a bit on the tired side. Bathroom has enamel coming off the bath, rusty items, and poor sealant around the bath. The room itself was clean. Bed ok, pillows not very good. Reasonably quiet. Good parking. The breakfast was very good. A comprehensive offering
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Vasiliki
19 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The bathroom had not been properly cleaned from the previous occupancy. There was hair trapped below the plug and the shower gel was empty. For the price, I would expect higher hygienic standards!
The bathroom had not been properly cleaned from the previous occupancy. There was hair trapped below the plug and the shower gel was empty. For the price, I would expect higher hygienic standards!
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Isabel
18 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff were very pleasant. The room was disappointing. We had to ask to change our room as the bed was burst and the bath was disgraceful. The second room was better, but had an awful smell in the bathroom. The website says premium rooms have beer and wine in the fridge. I was advised they do not put these items in the fridge. We should have had bathrobes and slippers, but I had to request these as they were not in the room. We only had breakfast in the hotel which was very good.
The staff were very pleasant. The room was disappointing. We had to ask to change our room as the bed was burst and the bath was disgraceful. The second room was better, but had an awful smell in the bathroom. The website says premium rooms have beer and wine in the fridge. I was advised they do not put these items in the fridge. We should have had bathrobes and slippers, but I had to request these as they were not in the room. We only had breakfast in the hotel which was very good.
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Christopher
22 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
What can I say? I paid I full before arriving at the hotel but at check in I was asked for a deposit off £30 with was a pre approved payment, when I check my bank the deposit had be taken out and when I asked about this I was told I would get the money back in 5 days! I wasn’t warned about this when I booked, we check in late around 9.30 and there was a wedding on and we got told it was going to be on until 1am, when we got to the room there where a lot of hairs in the shower and bathroom floor after talking to raj about this I was offered a refund and we could leave but all I wanted as a clean room, I was told the hotel was fully booked and raj came to the room and cleaned the shower but when I checked the booking app there where rooms available! Not the best start to are stay
What can I say? I paid I full before arriving at the hotel but at check in I was asked for a deposit off £30 with was a pre approved payment, when I check my bank the deposit had be taken out and when I asked about this I was told I would get the money back in 5 days! I wasn’t warned about this when I booked, we check in late around 9.30 and there was a wedding on and we got told it was going to be on until 1am, when we got to the room there where a lot of hairs in the shower and bathroom floor after talking to raj about this I was offered a refund and we could leave but all I wanted as a clean room, I was told the hotel was fully booked and raj came to the room and cleaned the shower but when I checked the booking app there where rooms available! Not the best start to are stay
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Stephen
25 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Not a good stay 😕 Wedding on so normal guest evening dinner was held in a meeting room?!Completely disorganised, 3 courses took 2 hours. Food cold but didnt dare complain as the waiter was absolutely terrible and it took long enough as it was. Menu extremely limited for those on half board - all winter dishes in summer. Sitting on conference furniture, in a very dark conference room whilst the wedding took over the actual restaurant that we had all paid to use. Room itself was VERY HOT. 24 degrees outside and every radiator in the whole building including the one in our room, was on?! My 4 year old daughter stood on something embedded in the carpet that pierced her foot. Couldnt find it again so shoes had to be worn. Bathroom was absolutely grotty. The transparent bathmat, brown. The door and door handle dated back to whenever this was built. We then went to make a cup of tea using bottled water in the kettle. Poured the tea and added milk and weird mystery floating white substance floating in the cup. Either something in the kettle, the cups or the UHT milk had something wrong with it neither were drank. Bed was tiny for 2 (small double) and mattress ridiculously lumpy. Not a good night sleep. Breakfast in the morning was ok in terms of choice and availability but again wedding party decended and got noisy and busy with people in their pjs. Waitress tried to take plates not finished with multiple times. Sausages v poor. Would not return here - go toby carvery instead!
Not a good stay 😕 Wedding on so normal guest evening dinner was held in a meeting room?!Completely disorganised, 3 courses took 2 hours. Food cold but didnt dare complain as the waiter was absolutely terrible and it took long enough as it was. Menu extremely limited for those on half board - all winter dishes in summer. Sitting on conference furniture, in a very dark conference room whilst the wedding took over the actual restaurant that we had all paid to use. Room itself was VERY HOT. 24 degrees outside and every radiator in the whole building including the one in our room, was on?! My 4 year old daughter stood on something embedded in the carpet that pierced her foot. Couldnt find it again so shoes had to be worn. Bathroom was absolutely grotty. The transparent bathmat, brown. The door and door handle dated back to whenever this was built. We then went to make a cup of tea using bottled water in the kettle. Poured the tea and added milk and weird mystery floating white substance floating in the cup. Either something in the kettle, the cups or the UHT milk had something wrong with it neither were drank. Bed was tiny for 2 (small double) and mattress ridiculously lumpy. Not a good night sleep. Breakfast in the morning was ok in terms of choice and availability but again wedding party decended and got noisy and busy with people in their pjs. Waitress tried to take plates not finished with multiple times. Sausages v poor. Would not return here - go toby carvery instead!
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Jonathan
20 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location by motorway. Room size good. Staff very helpful and friendly. Breakfast great. Hotel in real need of an upgrade. Decor very tired. Bath awful/ scratched/ discoloured. Kettle horrid. Bed uncomfortable. Spend some money or business will go elsewhere !
Great location by motorway. Room size good. Staff very helpful and friendly. Breakfast great. Hotel in real need of an upgrade. Decor very tired. Bath awful/ scratched/ discoloured. Kettle horrid. Bed uncomfortable. Spend some money or business will go elsewhere !
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Celia
14 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Checked in by a very pleasant helpful lady. Very clean comfortable room with a great walk in shower as requested. Great breakfast and really nice staff. No complaints at all.
Checked in by a very pleasant helpful lady. Very clean comfortable room with a great walk in shower as requested. Great breakfast and really nice staff. No complaints at all.
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DAN
8 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Keep the £30 deposit very quiet from you until you check in. The Hotel looked brilliant from the outside with landscaped grounds and the staff were friendly inside. Our room was very dirty and not in the best of conditions for a premium type Hotel. Stains on the walls, TV remote not working, cracked ceilings, cobwebs in corners, dead bugs on windowsill, carpet marked, very dusty lampshade etc. Not impressed really, quite disappointed. Breakfast was incredible, however, and the WiFi was fast.
Keep the £30 deposit very quiet from you until you check in. The Hotel looked brilliant from the outside with landscaped grounds and the staff were friendly inside. Our room was very dirty and not in the best of conditions for a premium type Hotel. Stains on the walls, TV remote not working, cracked ceilings, cobwebs in corners, dead bugs on windowsill, carpet marked, very dusty lampshade etc. Not impressed really, quite disappointed. Breakfast was incredible, however, and the WiFi was fast.
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Rooms
Rooms are functional with comfortable beds for many, but decor feels dated, bathrooms are compact, and some stays report faulty or weak air‑conditioning/heating and noise from the A1 or events.
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Joanne
30 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
There was a noise coming from the bathroom, like some sort of air conditioning? Not sure what it was. That was a bit annoying. On the plus side the bed was great, it was massive! And i loved the bath. I dont have one at home so having a bath was great!
There was a noise coming from the bathroom, like some sort of air conditioning? Not sure what it was. That was a bit annoying. On the plus side the bed was great, it was massive! And i loved the bath. I dont have one at home so having a bath was great!
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M&M
7 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel is stuck in the 90's. Very very tired and dated, bedside lampshades broken, stained and dirty carpets, decor in the whole hotel is tired and dated, the only thing that keeps this hotel from receiving 1 star, is the staff, who are very friendly.
This hotel is stuck in the 90's. Very very tired and dated, bedside lampshades broken, stained and dirty carpets, decor in the whole hotel is tired and dated, the only thing that keeps this hotel from receiving 1 star, is the staff, who are very friendly.
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David
19 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
One night stay with dinner and breakfast. Triple room for 3 adults was a bit snug. The sofa bed was a little uncomfortable. Some of the plugs didn't work in the room. Comfy bed and pillows though. Very small bathroom but functional and clean. Breakfast was great and a good selection of healthy and the not so healthy. Dinner was rushed even after we asked them to slow down. One staff member when they were pushing us along at 10.20pm for last bar orders was so that the staff can get off. This does not make guest feel welcome unfortunately. Coffee machine not working for those that want a coffee after dinner. Easy to find, lots of parking and quiet.
One night stay with dinner and breakfast. Triple room for 3 adults was a bit snug. The sofa bed was a little uncomfortable. Some of the plugs didn't work in the room. Comfy bed and pillows though. Very small bathroom but functional and clean. Breakfast was great and a good selection of healthy and the not so healthy. Dinner was rushed even after we asked them to slow down. One staff member when they were pushing us along at 10.20pm for last bar orders was so that the staff can get off. This does not make guest feel welcome unfortunately. Coffee machine not working for those that want a coffee after dinner. Easy to find, lots of parking and quiet.
6
Michael
24 Mar 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was good... Large.. Clean but had a connecting door to the next room. The people in that room were loud and at 12.30am had a loud speaker conversation on the phone until I told them others were trying to sleep.. The bathroom was really small and shower had poor pressure.. The air con heating didn't work.. So overall I would say for the style of the hotel the stay was only FAIR
The room was good... Large.. Clean but had a connecting door to the next room. The people in that room were loud and at 12.30am had a loud speaker conversation on the phone until I told them others were trying to sleep.. The bathroom was really small and shower had poor pressure.. The air con heating didn't work.. So overall I would say for the style of the hotel the stay was only FAIR
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Laura
21 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I’ve stayed in a few holiday inns and this was the least impressed I’ve been. Room was ok, a bit small, a bit tatty. Clean enough. Twin beds were so close almost a double bed. Noisy road so needed to keep window closed and use aircon - but aircon was very poor. Breakfast was very good with lots to choose from.
I’ve stayed in a few holiday inns and this was the least impressed I’ve been. Room was ok, a bit small, a bit tatty. Clean enough. Twin beds were so close almost a double bed. Noisy road so needed to keep window closed and use aircon - but aircon was very poor. Breakfast was very good with lots to choose from.
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Leanne
31 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very old and dated hotel. The room had a tiny double bed and the air con wasn’t working.
Very old and dated hotel. The room had a tiny double bed and the air con wasn’t working.
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Brian
4 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
At check in our room wasn’t yet ready even tho we arrived after the allotted time. However reception were hugely apologetic and kindly reserved us a table in their very busy lobby area (there was a wedding going on) and brought us drinks whilst we waited. The room on the ground floor was large but dated. The AC didn’t work, not ideal on a very warm weekend. Also, the tv had been unplugged from the power and the aerial cable removed, I assume by the previous occupants. Luckily we were able to find the cable and put it all back together. The bed is very large and comfortable. The bathroom is also a good size with an excellent shower. A good hotel for a very short stay, otherwise the AC not working could have become a real problem.
At check in our room wasn’t yet ready even tho we arrived after the allotted time. However reception were hugely apologetic and kindly reserved us a table in their very busy lobby area (there was a wedding going on) and brought us drinks whilst we waited. The room on the ground floor was large but dated. The AC didn’t work, not ideal on a very warm weekend. Also, the tv had been unplugged from the power and the aerial cable removed, I assume by the previous occupants. Luckily we were able to find the cable and put it all back together. The bed is very large and comfortable. The bathroom is also a good size with an excellent shower. A good hotel for a very short stay, otherwise the AC not working could have become a real problem.
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Philip
5 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Easy check in, ample free parking, room clean & tidy but small, bathroom very compact!
Easy check in, ample free parking, room clean & tidy but small, bathroom very compact!
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Paul
1 Apr 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent new hotel all rooms in 1st class condition. Wife choice of breakfast. The negative point of this hotel is that it is parallel to the A1M motorway so the traduce noice is constant even with the room window closed you can hear the constant drone if the traffic sounds like a air commercial air conditioning unit outside the window. Would not stay again for this reason
Excellent new hotel all rooms in 1st class condition. Wife choice of breakfast. The negative point of this hotel is that it is parallel to the A1M motorway so the traduce noice is constant even with the room window closed you can hear the constant drone if the traffic sounds like a air commercial air conditioning unit outside the window. Would not stay again for this reason
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Paul
27 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Rooms are starting to look in need of a bit of updating of decoration.
Rooms are starting to look in need of a bit of updating of decoration.
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Service
Service is frequently praised as friendly and helpful across reception, bar and restaurant. However, some guests reported slow or rude interactions and disputes over deposits or billing.
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Stuart
16 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Service was excellent, every member of staff smiling and welcoming. I stay in hotels regularly for work and would definitely stay here again, in terms of service definitely one of the best.
Service was excellent, every member of staff smiling and welcoming. I stay in hotels regularly for work and would definitely stay here again, in terms of service definitely one of the best.
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Keir
28 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I have stayed in many Holiday Inns across the country and typically stay in hotels for business 2-3 times per week… I have never experienced being threatened in the car park by a member of restaurant waiting staff whilst attempting to park my car due to their belief my car was parked in the wrong place despite the fact I was still in the vehicle with the engine running waiting for another vehicle to move from their parking spot as they were leaving (they were also in their car and had started the process of manoeuvring to leave). This being said the rest of the hotel staff were exceptionally helpful and polite. I would have to warn others to think twice about staying at the hotel with staff members that acting in a threatening manner. I raised this issue upon checking in and also reiterated my concern when checking out but did not receive contact from the hotel management - does Holiday Inn condone this behaviour?
I have stayed in many Holiday Inns across the country and typically stay in hotels for business 2-3 times per week… I have never experienced being threatened in the car park by a member of restaurant waiting staff whilst attempting to park my car due to their belief my car was parked in the wrong place despite the fact I was still in the vehicle with the engine running waiting for another vehicle to move from their parking spot as they were leaving (they were also in their car and had started the process of manoeuvring to leave). This being said the rest of the hotel staff were exceptionally helpful and polite. I would have to warn others to think twice about staying at the hotel with staff members that acting in a threatening manner. I raised this issue upon checking in and also reiterated my concern when checking out but did not receive contact from the hotel management - does Holiday Inn condone this behaviour?
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Andrew
17 Mar 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Wonderful stay were met at reception with a warm welcome our room as spacious and exceptionally clean the size of the beds are brilliant breakfast in the morning was very good excellent choices of both cold and cooked breakfast we will be staying again on our next trip north and will be recommending it to friends and family
Wonderful stay were met at reception with a warm welcome our room as spacious and exceptionally clean the size of the beds are brilliant breakfast in the morning was very good excellent choices of both cold and cooked breakfast we will be staying again on our next trip north and will be recommending it to friends and family
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Kane
30 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Rude staff on arrival, room service wasn’t in service, arrogant staff member on reception who was dismissive and obnoxious.
Rude staff on arrival, room service wasn’t in service, arrogant staff member on reception who was dismissive and obnoxious.
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Jonathan
1 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The friendliness and attentiveness of service went far beyond the necessary. The staff couldn't do enough to help, at every point.
The friendliness and attentiveness of service went far beyond the necessary. The staff couldn't do enough to help, at every point.
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Nick
13 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great overnight stay. Staff at reception and bar were friendly on arrival. Parking plentiful and located close to motorway.
Great overnight stay. Staff at reception and bar were friendly on arrival. Parking plentiful and located close to motorway.
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Dale
21 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Extremely helpful reception staff.
Extremely helpful reception staff.
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Barabara Ann
14 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Reception staff excellent also room was clean and tidy, breakfast very good. Evening meal in restaurant food was good but we were over charged and I knew we were overcharged. I asked for itemised invoice and told they could not provide that due to a 'glitch' asked again for itemised invoice and told it would have to be typed at reception and told to wait in reception. A lot of coming and going with waiter to receptionist then restaurant manager came asked for my bank card to check with his hand held card reader what we had paid and then gave a £10 credit back to my bank card, no apology just walked off and still not provided with an itemised invoice. No we will not stay at Holiday Inn again. The hotel chain also advertise they give a discount to ex Service personnel using their Defence Discount Service card and I could not get the booking to accept this so no discount. Also when making our booking they wanted to charge me £20 for my Service Dog that is a registered Disability Assistance Dog. We always stayed at Hotel Inn Washington on our visits to Newcastle Upon Tyne. No I would not recommend this Hotel now. Receipts below and we were given one of them torn as shown below
Reception staff excellent also room was clean and tidy, breakfast very good. Evening meal in restaurant food was good but we were over charged and I knew we were overcharged. I asked for itemised invoice and told they could not provide that due to a 'glitch' asked again for itemised invoice and told it would have to be typed at reception and told to wait in reception. A lot of coming and going with waiter to receptionist then restaurant manager came asked for my bank card to check with his hand held card reader what we had paid and then gave a £10 credit back to my bank card, no apology just walked off and still not provided with an itemised invoice. No we will not stay at Holiday Inn again. The hotel chain also advertise they give a discount to ex Service personnel using their Defence Discount Service card and I could not get the booking to accept this so no discount. Also when making our booking they wanted to charge me £20 for my Service Dog that is a registered Disability Assistance Dog. We always stayed at Hotel Inn Washington on our visits to Newcastle Upon Tyne. No I would not recommend this Hotel now. Receipts below and we were given one of them torn as shown below
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Margaret
17 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
First visit found staff very helpful and being disabled nothing was a problem for them.always very pleasant and smiling would definitely stay again
First visit found staff very helpful and being disabled nothing was a problem for them.always very pleasant and smiling would definitely stay again
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Leah
10 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Standard hotel, has what you need. Staff wasn’t very welcoming. Paid a £30 deposit at the beginning of my stay which i have never had before. Happily paid - after prompting the receptionist to explain why as she just asked if i had a bank card (a bit rude) However only recieved a partial refund - not sure what the deduction was for as nothing was damaged or not charged was made to the room. Wouldn’t stay again
Standard hotel, has what you need. Staff wasn’t very welcoming. Paid a £30 deposit at the beginning of my stay which i have never had before. Happily paid - after prompting the receptionist to explain why as she just asked if i had a bank card (a bit rude) However only recieved a partial refund - not sure what the deduction was for as nothing was damaged or not charged was made to the room. Wouldn’t stay again
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Location
Very convenient just off the A1 for Beamish, Durham and Newcastle, suitable for overnight stops. A minority mention traffic noise affecting certain rooms.
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elizabeth
23 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It was an easy stop of on a journey just of the A1
It was an easy stop of on a journey just of the A1
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Danny
29 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Comfortable stay, location good for accessing A1M for travelling further North
Comfortable stay, location good for accessing A1M for travelling further North
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Aleksander
5 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Overall is very good. It just a bit far from Newcastle.
Overall is very good. It just a bit far from Newcastle.
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Nick
13 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great overnight stay. Staff at reception and bar were friendly on arrival. Parking plentiful and located close to motorway.
Great overnight stay. Staff at reception and bar were friendly on arrival. Parking plentiful and located close to motorway.
8
Christopher
25 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Easy check in, perfect for a quick overnight stop.
Easy check in, perfect for a quick overnight stop.
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Paul
1 Apr 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent new hotel all rooms in 1st class condition. Wife choice of breakfast. The negative point of this hotel is that it is parallel to the A1M motorway so the traduce noice is constant even with the room window closed you can hear the constant drone if the traffic sounds like a air commercial air conditioning unit outside the window. Would not stay again for this reason
Excellent new hotel all rooms in 1st class condition. Wife choice of breakfast. The negative point of this hotel is that it is parallel to the A1M motorway so the traduce noice is constant even with the room window closed you can hear the constant drone if the traffic sounds like a air commercial air conditioning unit outside the window. Would not stay again for this reason
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Olga
16 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Good hotel, not too expensive and close to Newcastle where we have to go.
Good hotel, not too expensive and close to Newcastle where we have to go.
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Dave
7 Nov 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Very convenient for Beamish, Durham and Newcastle.
Very convenient for Beamish, Durham and Newcastle.
10
Ray
10 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Staff are great, location perfect for business travel.
Staff are great, location perfect for business travel.
10
Phil
21 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Location just off the A1 is excellent. Car park ample space. Check was efficient & informative, room was clean, comfortable and tidying with the exception of some long strands of blonde hair on the dressing table. Breakfast was very good, great choice and the buffet food was all hot.
Location just off the A1 is excellent. Car park ample space. Check was efficient & informative, room was clean, comfortable and tidying with the exception of some long strands of blonde hair on the dressing table. Breakfast was very good, great choice and the buffet food was all hot.
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Dining
Breakfast is regularly rated very good with plenty of choice. Dinner and bar experiences are mixed, with some enjoying tasty meals but others noting limited menus during events, prepayment policies, overcharging, or uneven quality.
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David
19 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
One night stay with dinner and breakfast. Triple room for 3 adults was a bit snug. The sofa bed was a little uncomfortable. Some of the plugs didn't work in the room. Comfy bed and pillows though. Very small bathroom but functional and clean. Breakfast was great and a good selection of healthy and the not so healthy. Dinner was rushed even after we asked them to slow down. One staff member when they were pushing us along at 10.20pm for last bar orders was so that the staff can get off. This does not make guest feel welcome unfortunately. Coffee machine not working for those that want a coffee after dinner. Easy to find, lots of parking and quiet.
One night stay with dinner and breakfast. Triple room for 3 adults was a bit snug. The sofa bed was a little uncomfortable. Some of the plugs didn't work in the room. Comfy bed and pillows though. Very small bathroom but functional and clean. Breakfast was great and a good selection of healthy and the not so healthy. Dinner was rushed even after we asked them to slow down. One staff member when they were pushing us along at 10.20pm for last bar orders was so that the staff can get off. This does not make guest feel welcome unfortunately. Coffee machine not working for those that want a coffee after dinner. Easy to find, lots of parking and quiet.
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Michael
13 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great breakfast with good choices of hot and cold food on offer
Great breakfast with good choices of hot and cold food on offer
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Jack
10 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Have to pay for food before they will even put your order through. Ended up with suspect food poisoning. The General Manager called me later to discuss it but didn’t believe me even though he said it’s not the first time it’s happened. Terrible attitude, no refunds, not even an apology.
Have to pay for food before they will even put your order through. Ended up with suspect food poisoning. The General Manager called me later to discuss it but didn’t believe me even though he said it’s not the first time it’s happened. Terrible attitude, no refunds, not even an apology.
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Stuart
11 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Booking in and out - very good and efficient. Meals were good.
Booking in and out - very good and efficient. Meals were good.
8
Leigh
28 Jun 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Hotel is very clean. Evening menu was really nice, lots of choice and food came out quickly and hot. Prices were reasonable. Hot breakfast buffet was not that hot if your not there as soon as it opens. Good range of breakfast options and drinks. Just need better heat lamps . Great to have a takaway breakfast option if your too early for breakfast, really good idea from the hotel
Hotel is very clean. Evening menu was really nice, lots of choice and food came out quickly and hot. Prices were reasonable. Hot breakfast buffet was not that hot if your not there as soon as it opens. Good range of breakfast options and drinks. Just need better heat lamps . Great to have a takaway breakfast option if your too early for breakfast, really good idea from the hotel
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Stephen
25 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Not a good stay 😕 Wedding on so normal guest evening dinner was held in a meeting room?!Completely disorganised, 3 courses took 2 hours. Food cold but didnt dare complain as the waiter was absolutely terrible and it took long enough as it was. Menu extremely limited for those on half board - all winter dishes in summer. Sitting on conference furniture, in a very dark conference room whilst the wedding took over the actual restaurant that we had all paid to use. Room itself was VERY HOT. 24 degrees outside and every radiator in the whole building including the one in our room, was on?! My 4 year old daughter stood on something embedded in the carpet that pierced her foot. Couldnt find it again so shoes had to be worn. Bathroom was absolutely grotty. The transparent bathmat, brown. The door and door handle dated back to whenever this was built. We then went to make a cup of tea using bottled water in the kettle. Poured the tea and added milk and weird mystery floating white substance floating in the cup. Either something in the kettle, the cups or the UHT milk had something wrong with it neither were drank. Bed was tiny for 2 (small double) and mattress ridiculously lumpy. Not a good night sleep. Breakfast in the morning was ok in terms of choice and availability but again wedding party decended and got noisy and busy with people in their pjs. Waitress tried to take plates not finished with multiple times. Sausages v poor. Would not return here - go toby carvery instead!
Not a good stay 😕 Wedding on so normal guest evening dinner was held in a meeting room?!Completely disorganised, 3 courses took 2 hours. Food cold but didnt dare complain as the waiter was absolutely terrible and it took long enough as it was. Menu extremely limited for those on half board - all winter dishes in summer. Sitting on conference furniture, in a very dark conference room whilst the wedding took over the actual restaurant that we had all paid to use. Room itself was VERY HOT. 24 degrees outside and every radiator in the whole building including the one in our room, was on?! My 4 year old daughter stood on something embedded in the carpet that pierced her foot. Couldnt find it again so shoes had to be worn. Bathroom was absolutely grotty. The transparent bathmat, brown. The door and door handle dated back to whenever this was built. We then went to make a cup of tea using bottled water in the kettle. Poured the tea and added milk and weird mystery floating white substance floating in the cup. Either something in the kettle, the cups or the UHT milk had something wrong with it neither were drank. Bed was tiny for 2 (small double) and mattress ridiculously lumpy. Not a good night sleep. Breakfast in the morning was ok in terms of choice and availability but again wedding party decended and got noisy and busy with people in their pjs. Waitress tried to take plates not finished with multiple times. Sausages v poor. Would not return here - go toby carvery instead!
10
Kevin
19 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Rooms and bed not as big as other hotel chains but comfortable. Having restaurant in hotel serving excellent food was a real bonus
Rooms and bed not as big as other hotel chains but comfortable. Having restaurant in hotel serving excellent food was a real bonus
10
Phil
21 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Location just off the A1 is excellent. Car park ample space. Check was efficient & informative, room was clean, comfortable and tidying with the exception of some long strands of blonde hair on the dressing table. Breakfast was very good, great choice and the buffet food was all hot.
Location just off the A1 is excellent. Car park ample space. Check was efficient & informative, room was clean, comfortable and tidying with the exception of some long strands of blonde hair on the dressing table. Breakfast was very good, great choice and the buffet food was all hot.
10
Tracey
4 Oct 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
We were a party of 4 adults. We all throughly enjoyed our stay. The staff were all so friendly and couldn't do enough for us. We enjoyed an excellent meal too in the 24hr dining. The onion rings were fab. We would definitely stay again.
We were a party of 4 adults. We all throughly enjoyed our stay. The staff were all so friendly and couldn't do enough for us. We enjoyed an excellent meal too in the 24hr dining. The onion rings were fab. We would definitely stay again.
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Barabara Ann
14 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Reception staff excellent also room was clean and tidy, breakfast very good. Evening meal in restaurant food was good but we were over charged and I knew we were overcharged. I asked for itemised invoice and told they could not provide that due to a 'glitch' asked again for itemised invoice and told it would have to be typed at reception and told to wait in reception. A lot of coming and going with waiter to receptionist then restaurant manager came asked for my bank card to check with his hand held card reader what we had paid and then gave a £10 credit back to my bank card, no apology just walked off and still not provided with an itemised invoice. No we will not stay at Holiday Inn again. The hotel chain also advertise they give a discount to ex Service personnel using their Defence Discount Service card and I could not get the booking to accept this so no discount. Also when making our booking they wanted to charge me £20 for my Service Dog that is a registered Disability Assistance Dog. We always stayed at Hotel Inn Washington on our visits to Newcastle Upon Tyne. No I would not recommend this Hotel now. Receipts below and we were given one of them torn as shown below
Reception staff excellent also room was clean and tidy, breakfast very good. Evening meal in restaurant food was good but we were over charged and I knew we were overcharged. I asked for itemised invoice and told they could not provide that due to a 'glitch' asked again for itemised invoice and told it would have to be typed at reception and told to wait in reception. A lot of coming and going with waiter to receptionist then restaurant manager came asked for my bank card to check with his hand held card reader what we had paid and then gave a £10 credit back to my bank card, no apology just walked off and still not provided with an itemised invoice. No we will not stay at Holiday Inn again. The hotel chain also advertise they give a discount to ex Service personnel using their Defence Discount Service card and I could not get the booking to accept this so no discount. Also when making our booking they wanted to charge me £20 for my Service Dog that is a registered Disability Assistance Dog. We always stayed at Hotel Inn Washington on our visits to Newcastle Upon Tyne. No I would not recommend this Hotel now. Receipts below and we were given one of them torn as shown below
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Liyanage
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Great place and good parking spaces .😊👍
Great place and good parking spaces .😊👍
8
Joanne
20 Sept 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Clean room, staff really approachable and helpful. Breakfast was good.
Clean room, staff really approachable and helpful. Breakfast was good.
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lisa
20 Sept 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Food was very Staff excellent Parking good
Food was very Staff excellent Parking good
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Nicola
15 Sept 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were great but the hotel feels like a hospital. Very dated and needs refurbishment
Staff were great but the hotel feels like a hospital. Very dated and needs refurbishment
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Julie
13 Sept 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel as you would expect it is a holiday Inn however, the decor in the bedroom needs updating along with the bathroom. Back however, it was extremely comfy and large.
Hotel as you would expect it is a holiday Inn however, the decor in the bedroom needs updating along with the bathroom. Back however, it was extremely comfy and large.
FAQs about Holiday Inn Washington by IHG
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site, but it is limited.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Full breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee of approximately GBP 16.95 per person.
Does the property allow pets?
Yes, pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is at 3:00 PM and check-out is at 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property has limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas. However, specific details about room accessibility are not provided.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in Washington, within a 15-minute drive of Durham University and St. James' Park. It is 1.8 miles from Pelaw Grange Greyhound Stadium and 2.6 miles from Washington Old Hall.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Up to 2 children aged 13 years old and younger can stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
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Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
- 2026-10-26: 96.54212145117187USD
- 2026-10-27: 100.49790724328612USD
- 2026-10-28: 98.84564827661131USD
- 2026-10-29: 85.04490893298339USD
- 2026-10-30: 65.67756016448973USD
- 2026-10-31: 68.7276940291748USD
- 2026-11-01: 59.15486672436523USD
- 2026-11-02: 64.75055798583983USD
- 2026-11-03: 75.80479964929198USD
- 2026-11-04: 77.64883601220703USD
- 2026-11-05: 72.14663090661621USD
- 2026-11-06: 62.976297583618155USD
- 2026-11-07: 96.89657310791014USD
- 2026-11-08: 66.63446206646728USD
- 2026-11-09: 65.70745988781738USD
- 2026-11-10: 80.19161174218749USD
- 2026-11-11: 76.72183809338378USD
- 2026-11-12: 62.03932741058349USD
- 2026-11-13: 64.81036169232178USD
- 2026-11-14: 85.89217141638183USD
- 2026-11-15: 61.13226122070312USD
- 2026-11-16: 60.21522703643798USD
- 2026-11-17: 99.98658320996093USD
- 2026-11-18: 94.67376999768065USD
- 2026-11-19: 61.14222921508789USD
- 2026-11-20: 63.88335951367187USD
- 2026-11-21: 77.82825139147948USD
- 2026-11-22: 57.46412448364257USD
- 2026-11-23: 69.3855646192627USD
- 2026-11-24: 81.31697274926758USD
- 2026-11-25: 80.37999831640624USD
- 2026-11-26: 78.55589794226074USD
- 2026-11-27: 102.39877821350096USD
- 2026-11-28: 106.06691495056151USD
- 2026-11-29: 65.70745988781738USD
- 2026-11-30: 68.47849842938231USD
- 2026-12-01: 77.64883601220703USD
- 2026-12-02: 75.80479964929198USD
- 2026-12-03: 71.2096649934082USD
- 2026-12-04: 97.82357954638671USD
- 2026-12-05: 101.49171628344726USD
- 2026-12-06: 61.13226122070312USD
- 2026-12-07: 68.47849842938231USD
- 2026-12-08: 86.81916933520507USD
- 2026-12-09: 71.2096649934082USD
- 2026-12-10: 64.81036169232178USD
- 2026-12-11: 69.3855646192627USD
- 2026-12-12: 87.7262397849121USD
- 2026-12-13: 58.39112666229248USD
- 2026-12-14: 68.47849842938231USD
- 2026-12-15: 75.81476764367675USD
- 2026-12-16: 74.88776972485351USD
- 2026-12-17: 57.46412448364257USD
- 2026-12-18: 62.976297583618155USD
- 2026-12-19: 101.50168427783203USD
- 2026-12-20: 54.71302619067382USD
- 2026-12-21: 57.46412448364257USD
- 2026-12-22: 63.88335951367187USD
- 2026-12-23: 58.38115866790771USD
- 2026-12-24: 56.53712230499267USD
- 2026-12-25: 57.46412448364257USD
- 2026-12-26: 64.81036169232178USD
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests. Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
- This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
- Up to 2 children 13 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Contactless check-out is available.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
- Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 16.95 per person
- Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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