Blackwell Grange Hotel

Parking was really good.

I presume they have different rooms of different standard here. Our room was at the back and was just a bit basic for a 4 star hotel. The changing rooms for the pool are a bit grim and the pool isnt big enough for the amount of people using it as a gym. The food was good but service was slow. The bar area is lovely.

Lovely hotel for a relaxing short break. Nice little pool and hot tub to chill in and an outdoor sauna which was really cool (not litdrally!!) Pool is pretty small so I expect could get busy but we had it pretty muxh to ourselves, changing rooms could maybe do with a little but of a makeover. Room.was really clean, bed was ok and bathroom all modern. The evening meal in the hotel restaraunt was excellent as was breakfast. Would defiinatley visit again and no hesitation in reccomending.

There was only parking available at the back, in the disabled on the first day, which meant a long walk to find my room. On the second day EVERY place for parking was taken. I was told to park at the front of the hotel. Thankfully as i did not have SO far rom my room. There is no consideration for disabled in the Hotel.

I stay here everytime im in the NE as its a lovely hotel, gym and pool and very good and the food menu changes regulary and is always fresh and at a very good level.

Lovely stay. Pool was a little small but everything else was great. Excellent value.

Lovely hotel, nice setting, friendly staff and a good gym!

The room we stayed in was lovely the only thing is we paid extra to have the newer room in the carriage house but if you get allocated on the ground floor it’s so noisy with everyone else coming in and staying above with walking we kept getting woken up. The pool has recently revived and update but everywhere else in the spa is old and grubby. It needs finishing as it doesn’t seem like a spa. Outdoor hitting was also broken and not in action. The breakfast in the morning was lovely and one of the best around.

Decent hotel, rooms slightly tired. Food in the restaurant was OK. Could have done with the sauna opening at the same time as the SPA.

I recently stayed at the Blackwell Grange Hotel and had a thoroughly enjoyable experience. Set within beautiful grounds and surrounded by mature trees, the hotel strikes the perfect balance between historic charm and modern comfort. The building itself is stunning — full of character — with elegant interiors and a welcoming atmosphere throughout. My room was spacious, clean, and well-equipped, with a very comfortable bed and a lovely view of the gardens. The leisure facilities, including the pool and gym, were well-maintained and a fantastic bonus for a relaxing break. The staff were consistently helpful, friendly, and professional. From check-in to check-out, they made me feel genuinely welcome and nothing was too much trouble. Dining at the hotel was also a pleasure — the food was fresh, well-prepared, and served in a lovely setting. Breakfast had a great range of options, catering to different tastes. Location-wise, it’s ideal — close enough to Darlington town centre yet tucked away enough to feel like a peaceful retreat. Whether you’re staying for business, a weekend break, or a special occasion, Blackwell Grange offers excellent value and a touch of luxury. I’ll definitely be returning and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area.

This place is amazing for a nice night away 💞 Nothing is too much for the staff and are extremely attentive to any need Had a meal food was delicious The drinks from the bar were a bit pricey so make sure you take money Spa facilities are not massive but quaint Room was beautiful and clean

Was very disappointed. Stayed before and re booked as loved it! However this time I was put in a very dated old room. Terrible smell. Dirty Also very loud!

Sadly, I was quite disappointed with this hotel. It started off poorly when, after queuing up for 15 minutes to check in, we got to the room and the card didn’t work on the door. Had to go all the way back to reception, at which point the queue was even longer than it was at check in. I stood at the side of the desk and mentioned to the young lady on reception that the card wasn’t working and she said I had to rejoin the end of the queue and wait again. I asked if she could just update the card while the current guest was filling in their paperwork and she rudely pointed out that I must join the back of the queue like everyone else. There were stains on the carpet in the room, one of the lights above the bed was wonkey and the room wasn’t generally in keeping with what I’d expect from what is a very nice old building. Then there’s the spa. Apparently they had just spent £1Million refurbishing it all, I can’t see it. The pool area was tiny, no beds to lay on and not even anywhere to hang towels or robes so we had to put them on the floor. The hot tub outside was cold, it clearly hadn’t been checked all day and must have had a lot of people using it as there was a wedding on. The water in it was about a foot below the recommended level and there was a lot of foam on the top like it hadn’t been treated. Even though the pool was open until 8pm that day, they turned the water machine off in the spa reception as the staff left at 6pm which was frustrating.

Staff brilliant, and incredibly friendly and engaging. Room tidy, comfortable and clean. The only downside was breakfast, I had to be at a place of work at 8, breakfast on Saturdays starts at 8. Fortunately I was allowed to have available cereals and coffee. Not ideal for a 10 hour shift. Otherwise the hotel was stunning.

Stayed for a private function. Comfortable and clean. Friendly staff.

The room we stayed in was lovely the only thing is we paid extra to have the newer room in the carriage house but if you get allocated on the ground floor it’s so noisy with everyone else coming in and staying above with walking we kept getting woken up. The pool has recently revived and update but everywhere else in the spa is old and grubby. It needs finishing as it doesn’t seem like a spa. Outdoor hitting was also broken and not in action. The breakfast in the morning was lovely and one of the best around.

The staff were very good and attentive.A really good thing would be if the attentiveness could be carried onto keeping the bar surface and tables wiped clean more often and the dining room floor needs brushing up and cleaning on a more regular basis.I put this sort of downfall into managers needing to be more vigilant and to up their game.Overall it was a good stay lovely clean well appointed room but that cleanliness does not transfer to the bar and dining room areas.

Lovely hotel, felt very festive. Staff welcoming and room was spotless. Would stay again.

I was placed on the 2nd floor which is undergoing refurbishment. Pretty dirty on the corridor but the room was nice & clean. Had an issue with my room locking - it wouldn’t when I shut the door and took several attempts for it to do so.

I recently stayed at the Blackwell Grange Hotel and had a thoroughly enjoyable experience. Set within beautiful grounds and surrounded by mature trees, the hotel strikes the perfect balance between historic charm and modern comfort. The building itself is stunning — full of character — with elegant interiors and a welcoming atmosphere throughout. My room was spacious, clean, and well-equipped, with a very comfortable bed and a lovely view of the gardens. The leisure facilities, including the pool and gym, were well-maintained and a fantastic bonus for a relaxing break. The staff were consistently helpful, friendly, and professional. From check-in to check-out, they made me feel genuinely welcome and nothing was too much trouble. Dining at the hotel was also a pleasure — the food was fresh, well-prepared, and served in a lovely setting. Breakfast had a great range of options, catering to different tastes. Location-wise, it’s ideal — close enough to Darlington town centre yet tucked away enough to feel like a peaceful retreat. Whether you’re staying for business, a weekend break, or a special occasion, Blackwell Grange offers excellent value and a touch of luxury. I’ll definitely be returning and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area.

Hotel itself was lovely..we didnt have breakfast as thought it a little pricy. Rooms were comfortable. Only criticism would be, the noise after 1am from the wedding guests outside our room.

Was very disappointed. Stayed before and re booked as loved it! However this time I was put in a very dated old room. Terrible smell. Dirty Also very loud!

Sadly, I was quite disappointed with this hotel. It started off poorly when, after queuing up for 15 minutes to check in, we got to the room and the card didn’t work on the door. Had to go all the way back to reception, at which point the queue was even longer than it was at check in. I stood at the side of the desk and mentioned to the young lady on reception that the card wasn’t working and she said I had to rejoin the end of the queue and wait again. I asked if she could just update the card while the current guest was filling in their paperwork and she rudely pointed out that I must join the back of the queue like everyone else. There were stains on the carpet in the room, one of the lights above the bed was wonkey and the room wasn’t generally in keeping with what I’d expect from what is a very nice old building. Then there’s the spa. Apparently they had just spent £1Million refurbishing it all, I can’t see it. The pool area was tiny, no beds to lay on and not even anywhere to hang towels or robes so we had to put them on the floor. The hot tub outside was cold, it clearly hadn’t been checked all day and must have had a lot of people using it as there was a wedding on. The water in it was about a foot below the recommended level and there was a lot of foam on the top like it hadn’t been treated. Even though the pool was open until 8pm that day, they turned the water machine off in the spa reception as the staff left at 6pm which was frustrating.

Staff brilliant, and incredibly friendly and engaging. Room tidy, comfortable and clean. The only downside was breakfast, I had to be at a place of work at 8, breakfast on Saturdays starts at 8. Fortunately I was allowed to have available cereals and coffee. Not ideal for a 10 hour shift. Otherwise the hotel was stunning.

All good for second stay at this property. Also enjoyed half price golf at the same name course nearby. Only issue this time was snoring heard from next room!

Traditional hotel with dated decor in rooms. Room was quite small and cramped but comfortable. Food was good and staff were helpful and pleasant. Good choice of items at the breakfast buffet.

The room we stayed in was lovely the only thing is we paid extra to have the newer room in the carriage house but if you get allocated on the ground floor it’s so noisy with everyone else coming in and staying above with walking we kept getting woken up. The pool has recently revived and update but everywhere else in the spa is old and grubby. It needs finishing as it doesn’t seem like a spa. Outdoor hitting was also broken and not in action. The breakfast in the morning was lovely and one of the best around.

We have stayed at the Blackwell Grange many times and we are aware that there are often events taking place. However, on our recent stay there was a wedding and therefore loud music which finished at a reasonable hour (midnight) BUT underneath our room window people congregated to smoke and carry on the party whilst outside. The noise, the smoke, the volume and the language meant we had to close to window to try and block the noise and smoke but the noise was louder than we had thought and could still be heard above the TV we had on in the room. This happened several times during the evening/night. The party then appeared to move to the corridor outside our room and at this point it was already the early hours of Sunday morning. It wasn't the most pleasant stay I have had. This will not put us off staying again as the hotel and staff etc is lovely. It would just seem that a dedicated smoking area should be available somewhere away from weary travellers!

Delightful stay, excellent room . I was very comfortable indeed . Dining room is lovely & the meal was delicious.

I recently stayed at the Blackwell Grange Hotel and had a thoroughly enjoyable experience. Set within beautiful grounds and surrounded by mature trees, the hotel strikes the perfect balance between historic charm and modern comfort. The building itself is stunning — full of character — with elegant interiors and a welcoming atmosphere throughout. My room was spacious, clean, and well-equipped, with a very comfortable bed and a lovely view of the gardens. The leisure facilities, including the pool and gym, were well-maintained and a fantastic bonus for a relaxing break. The staff were consistently helpful, friendly, and professional. From check-in to check-out, they made me feel genuinely welcome and nothing was too much trouble. Dining at the hotel was also a pleasure — the food was fresh, well-prepared, and served in a lovely setting. Breakfast had a great range of options, catering to different tastes. Location-wise, it’s ideal — close enough to Darlington town centre yet tucked away enough to feel like a peaceful retreat. Whether you’re staying for business, a weekend break, or a special occasion, Blackwell Grange offers excellent value and a touch of luxury. I’ll definitely be returning and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area.

This place is amazing for a nice night away 💞 Nothing is too much for the staff and are extremely attentive to any need Had a meal food was delicious The drinks from the bar were a bit pricey so make sure you take money Spa facilities are not massive but quaint Room was beautiful and clean

I presume they have different rooms of different standard here. Our room was at the back and was just a bit basic for a 4 star hotel. The changing rooms for the pool are a bit grim and the pool isnt big enough for the amount of people using it as a gym. The food was good but service was slow. The bar area is lovely.

Excellent service throughout the hotel .

Sadly, I was quite disappointed with this hotel. It started off poorly when, after queuing up for 15 minutes to check in, we got to the room and the card didn’t work on the door. Had to go all the way back to reception, at which point the queue was even longer than it was at check in. I stood at the side of the desk and mentioned to the young lady on reception that the card wasn’t working and she said I had to rejoin the end of the queue and wait again. I asked if she could just update the card while the current guest was filling in their paperwork and she rudely pointed out that I must join the back of the queue like everyone else. There were stains on the carpet in the room, one of the lights above the bed was wonkey and the room wasn’t generally in keeping with what I’d expect from what is a very nice old building. Then there’s the spa. Apparently they had just spent £1Million refurbishing it all, I can’t see it. The pool area was tiny, no beds to lay on and not even anywhere to hang towels or robes so we had to put them on the floor. The hot tub outside was cold, it clearly hadn’t been checked all day and must have had a lot of people using it as there was a wedding on. The water in it was about a foot below the recommended level and there was a lot of foam on the top like it hadn’t been treated. Even though the pool was open until 8pm that day, they turned the water machine off in the spa reception as the staff left at 6pm which was frustrating.

The hotel is lovely. The rooms were a good size, clean and comfortable, with 2 chairs. The restaurant was again clean and comfortable, though I did feel it was a bit chilly. The staff were lovely and helpful, but the food delivery was very slow. The restaurant was not busy, but we waited over an hour for our food. The food was tasty with good portions. At no point, whilst we were settling our bill, were we asked if our stay had been alright. It felt like a definite lack of customer care.

staff very friendly and helpful only problem booked a wake up call, never happened.

Staff brilliant, and incredibly friendly and engaging. Room tidy, comfortable and clean. The only downside was breakfast, I had to be at a place of work at 8, breakfast on Saturdays starts at 8. Fortunately I was allowed to have available cereals and coffee. Not ideal for a 10 hour shift. Otherwise the hotel was stunning.

Fantastic staff. Nothing is a bother to them and they really make the difference!

Very basic info provided at check in. Advised them beforehand we were going for my partners birthday, there was nothing provided. Even a card would have been nice. Room was clean but small and compact. Evening reception staff very abrupt. Wouldn’t stay again unless better customer service was offered

I recently stayed at the Blackwell Grange Hotel and had a thoroughly enjoyable experience. Set within beautiful grounds and surrounded by mature trees, the hotel strikes the perfect balance between historic charm and modern comfort. The building itself is stunning — full of character — with elegant interiors and a welcoming atmosphere throughout. My room was spacious, clean, and well-equipped, with a very comfortable bed and a lovely view of the gardens. The leisure facilities, including the pool and gym, were well-maintained and a fantastic bonus for a relaxing break. The staff were consistently helpful, friendly, and professional. From check-in to check-out, they made me feel genuinely welcome and nothing was too much trouble. Dining at the hotel was also a pleasure — the food was fresh, well-prepared, and served in a lovely setting. Breakfast had a great range of options, catering to different tastes. Location-wise, it’s ideal — close enough to Darlington town centre yet tucked away enough to feel like a peaceful retreat. Whether you’re staying for business, a weekend break, or a special occasion, Blackwell Grange offers excellent value and a touch of luxury. I’ll definitely be returning and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area.

Great location, fantastic service and restaurants

Close to centre of Darlington

easy to find, excellent location , smashing staff, excellent food. Had a great time. Recommended.

Hotel is ideal to stay at when watching Darlington FC play.

Lovely hotel, nice setting, friendly staff and a good gym!

Very convenient to watch Darlington FC beat the Welsh from Chester. Nuce short walk to the ground. Staff always pleasant and efficient. Poppies for sale on front desk very good.

Great place to stay, well located.

I recently stayed at the Blackwell Grange Hotel and had a thoroughly enjoyable experience. Set within beautiful grounds and surrounded by mature trees, the hotel strikes the perfect balance between historic charm and modern comfort. The building itself is stunning — full of character — with elegant interiors and a welcoming atmosphere throughout. My room was spacious, clean, and well-equipped, with a very comfortable bed and a lovely view of the gardens. The leisure facilities, including the pool and gym, were well-maintained and a fantastic bonus for a relaxing break. The staff were consistently helpful, friendly, and professional. From check-in to check-out, they made me feel genuinely welcome and nothing was too much trouble. Dining at the hotel was also a pleasure — the food was fresh, well-prepared, and served in a lovely setting. Breakfast had a great range of options, catering to different tastes. Location-wise, it’s ideal — close enough to Darlington town centre yet tucked away enough to feel like a peaceful retreat. Whether you’re staying for business, a weekend break, or a special occasion, Blackwell Grange offers excellent value and a touch of luxury. I’ll definitely be returning and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area.

This place is amazing for a nice night away 💞 Nothing is too much for the staff and are extremely attentive to any need Had a meal food was delicious The drinks from the bar were a bit pricey so make sure you take money Spa facilities are not massive but quaint Room was beautiful and clean

I presume they have different rooms of different standard here. Our room was at the back and was just a bit basic for a 4 star hotel. The changing rooms for the pool are a bit grim and the pool isnt big enough for the amount of people using it as a gym. The food was good but service was slow. The bar area is lovely.

A rather tired hotel. Not as grand as it once was. Seems to have lost the feel of an old country house. Staff were excellent. Food average.

The hotel is lovely. The rooms were a good size, clean and comfortable, with 2 chairs. The restaurant was again clean and comfortable, though I did feel it was a bit chilly. The staff were lovely and helpful, but the food delivery was very slow. The restaurant was not busy, but we waited over an hour for our food. The food was tasty with good portions. At no point, whilst we were settling our bill, were we asked if our stay had been alright. It felt like a definite lack of customer care.

Staff brilliant, and incredibly friendly and engaging. Room tidy, comfortable and clean. The only downside was breakfast, I had to be at a place of work at 8, breakfast on Saturdays starts at 8. Fortunately I was allowed to have available cereals and coffee. Not ideal for a 10 hour shift. Otherwise the hotel was stunning.

Really enjoyable stay. Havelock restaurant to be recommended. Staff friendly and very helpful. Will be back!

Traditional hotel with dated decor in rooms. Room was quite small and cramped but comfortable. Food was good and staff were helpful and pleasant. Good choice of items at the breakfast buffet.

Great staff good breakfast

Delightful stay, excellent room . I was very comfortable indeed . Dining room is lovely & the meal was delicious.

I recently stayed at the Blackwell Grange Hotel and had a thoroughly enjoyable experience. Set within beautiful grounds and surrounded by mature trees, the hotel strikes the perfect balance between historic charm and modern comfort. The building itself is stunning — full of character — with elegant interiors and a welcoming atmosphere throughout. My room was spacious, clean, and well-equipped, with a very comfortable bed and a lovely view of the gardens. The leisure facilities, including the pool and gym, were well-maintained and a fantastic bonus for a relaxing break. The staff were consistently helpful, friendly, and professional. From check-in to check-out, they made me feel genuinely welcome and nothing was too much trouble. Dining at the hotel was also a pleasure — the food was fresh, well-prepared, and served in a lovely setting. Breakfast had a great range of options, catering to different tastes. Location-wise, it’s ideal — close enough to Darlington town centre yet tucked away enough to feel like a peaceful retreat. Whether you’re staying for business, a weekend break, or a special occasion, Blackwell Grange offers excellent value and a touch of luxury. I’ll definitely be returning and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area.