Darrington by Greene King Inns
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About this property
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Amenities
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.
Dining
At Darrington Hotel by Greene King Inns, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Rooms
Stay in one of 28 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
Located in Pontefract, Darrington Hotel by Greene King Inns is within a 5-minute drive of Mid Yorkshire Golf Club and All Saints Church. This inn is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Pontefract Castle and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Pontefract Town Hall.
What's nearby
Mid Yorkshire Golf Club(0.5 miles)
All Saints Church(2.8 miles)
Pontefract Castle(2.9 miles)
Pontefract Town Hall(3 miles)
Pontefract Museum(3.1 miles)
Farmer Copleys Corn Maze(4.2 miles)
Bigfellas Stadium(5.2 miles)
Castleford Phoenix Theatre(5.7 miles)
Junction 32 Outlet Shopping Village(6 miles)
Bowlplex Castleford(6 miles)
Xscape Yorkshire(6 miles)
Snozone(6 miles)
Cineworld Castleford(6.1 miles)
Pontefract Racecourse(6.4 miles)
Fitzwilliam Country Park(6.8 miles)
Doncaster (DSA-Sheffield)(22.2 miles)
Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)(33.2 miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Housekeeping
Garden
Golf Course (nearby)
Location
Great North Road, Darrington, England, United Kingdom
Mid Yorkshire Golf Club (0.5 miles)
All Saints Church (2.8 miles)
Pontefract Castle (2.9 miles)
Pontefract Town Hall (3 miles)
Pontefract Museum (3.1 miles)
Farmer Copleys Corn Maze (4.2 miles)
Room options
6
Family Room
1 Twin Bed
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
151 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Crib(s) (Free)
4
Twin Room
1 Twin Bed
Sleeps 2
140 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Crib(s) (Free)
15
Double Room
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
140 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
4
King Room
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
6
Family Room Sleeps 4
1 Full Bed
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
151 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Rollaway or Extra Beds (Free)
Guest reviews of Darrington by Greene King Inns
7.8
Good
Based on 1,231 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
25%
Couple
37%
Family
25%
Group
8%
Solo
3%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Darrington by Greene King Inns, travellers consistently praise the friendly, helpful staff and convenient, quiet setting with ample parking, while feedback on rooms and facilities is mixed, highlighting both comfortable stays and issues with tired decor and maintenance.
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What guests think
At Darrington by Greene King Inns, travellers consistently praise the friendly, helpful staff and convenient, quiet setting with ample parking, while feedback on rooms and facilities is mixed, highlighting both comfortable stays and issues with tired decor and maintenance.
Several reviews report problems with hot water, weak showers, and occasional damp or unpleasant smells, alongside inconsistent cleanliness in bathrooms and corridors. Breakfast is commonly rated good, but evening meals and Sunday lunch receive mixed feedback, with some dishes served lukewarm or below expectations. Beds are often comfortable, though some guests found areas dated and hallway routes confusing. Expect a value-focused stay with variable room condition and water temperature.
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Facilities
On-site pub/bar and ample free parking are appreciated, though the bar can be very quiet in the evenings and there is no Sky Sports. Some aspects feel dated, such as traditional keys.
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Richard
Mar 22, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We needed a bed for the night on our way North which offered a chance to meet up with old friends. This hotel fitted the bill. Our room was spacious with a nice bathroom. The pub downstairs meant we could get a bite to eat and have a chat. We did have noisy neighbours around midight but thats not the hotels fault. Only grumble would be that food could be served hotter. Both our evening meals and breakfasts could have been improved in this way.
We needed a bed for the night on our way North which offered a chance to meet up with old friends. This hotel fitted the bill. Our room was spacious with a nice bathroom. The pub downstairs meant we could get a bite to eat and have a chat. We did have noisy neighbours around midight but thats not the hotels fault. Only grumble would be that food could be served hotter. Both our evening meals and breakfasts could have been improved in this way.
8
Stefan
Jun 23, 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Verkehrsgünstig gelegen, gute Speiseauswahl
Verkehrsgünstig gelegen, gute Speiseauswahl
8
Brian
Jun 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Rooms are OK, dont expect high standard. Food is typical pub food but menu was large so plenty to choose from. Lots of parking and convenient to motorway.
Rooms are OK, dont expect high standard. Food is typical pub food but menu was large so plenty to choose from. Lots of parking and convenient to motorway.
10
Kevan
Feb 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great service and no problems with parking etc
Great service and no problems with parking etc
8
Danny
Feb 6, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Quick trip to the area. Hotel was very handy for where i needed to be. Plenty of free parking.. check in lady was great. Room was fine. A bit chilly but the heating soon sorted that. Neighbours were a pain in the rear end. Noisy at 1am. Not the fault of the hotel of course. Had dinner on site. Reasonably priced and very nice. Breakfast was included and was great. Key drop check out. Will i use this one again. Definitely yes.
Quick trip to the area. Hotel was very handy for where i needed to be. Plenty of free parking.. check in lady was great. Room was fine. A bit chilly but the heating soon sorted that. Neighbours were a pain in the rear end. Noisy at 1am. Not the fault of the hotel of course. Had dinner on site. Reasonably priced and very nice. Breakfast was included and was great. Key drop check out. Will i use this one again. Definitely yes.
8
Vivien
Apr 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel was isolated. It was very quiet at evening times so would not like to sit in the bar more or less by ourselves. No access to Sky Sports ( which Greene King is well known for) so we travelled to other venues. It is a lovely hotel and bar but only for those who like a really quiet time.
The hotel was isolated. It was very quiet at evening times so would not like to sit in the bar more or less by ourselves. No access to Sky Sports ( which Greene King is well known for) so we travelled to other venues. It is a lovely hotel and bar but only for those who like a really quiet time.
10
Lee
Jan 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
How quiet the hotel was after the bar closd for the night.
How quiet the hotel was after the bar closd for the night.
4
Simon
Dec 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It's a pity because the building is nice and has character, like the bar/dining area. The staff were nice and the food was good. But the bedroom... All 4 doors to access the bedrooms were dirty in the area where ppl push them open. Our door, which was hard ro open, looked like it had been prised open and no-one had bothered to repair it. The room looked nice at a first glance, but then I saw the walls were dirty, TV aerial cable was dangling from the wall socket, not plugged in to the TV, bathroom extractor fan didn't work, toilet seat was wrong size and a dirty hand soap dispenser on the wall was empty, but another one with soap in was lying on the side. See photos. Again, it's a pity because a bit of attention could make the place look if not good, at least minimum standards. I get the impression that someone managing the place has a no f12ks given attitude towards the place. I pay the same and less to stay in clean presentable hotels which also have children's breakfast included.
It's a pity because the building is nice and has character, like the bar/dining area. The staff were nice and the food was good. But the bedroom... All 4 doors to access the bedrooms were dirty in the area where ppl push them open. Our door, which was hard ro open, looked like it had been prised open and no-one had bothered to repair it. The room looked nice at a first glance, but then I saw the walls were dirty, TV aerial cable was dangling from the wall socket, not plugged in to the TV, bathroom extractor fan didn't work, toilet seat was wrong size and a dirty hand soap dispenser on the wall was empty, but another one with soap in was lying on the side. See photos. Again, it's a pity because a bit of attention could make the place look if not good, at least minimum standards. I get the impression that someone managing the place has a no f12ks given attitude towards the place. I pay the same and less to stay in clean presentable hotels which also have children's breakfast included.
10
Paul
May 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The darrington is a lovely upbeat place to stay the decor is in line with the place and building itself just right. The pub within the building is great the staff are always helpful even when the bar is full and busy. A pleasant place to stay.
The darrington is a lovely upbeat place to stay the decor is in line with the place and building itself just right. The pub within the building is great the staff are always helpful even when the bar is full and busy. A pleasant place to stay.
4
Peter
Sep 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Not very clean, wee stain on toilet and bathroom needs a do over, most definitely the toilet as the seat was too small fo- see picture. Beds were company but creaky and likely old. Funny smell in hallways and like a maze to get to the room. Old style keys needs updating to electronic locks. Definitely didn’t seem worth anywhere near the £100+ per night we paid.
Not very clean, wee stain on toilet and bathroom needs a do over, most definitely the toilet as the seat was too small fo- see picture. Beds were company but creaky and likely old. Funny smell in hallways and like a maze to get to the room. Old style keys needs updating to electronic locks. Definitely didn’t seem worth anywhere near the £100+ per night we paid.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is mixed: multiple reviews cite dirty or stained bathrooms, mold, smells, and grubby corridors and doors, while others found rooms and linens clean.
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Wayne
Feb 8, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Starting with the staff, excellent very jolly and any queries or help needed was quickly and effectively sorted. Very clean establishment,bath was definitely very slippery need to have anti slip mats as norm and not have to request one, shower bath combi a bit awkward to use. Moving on to the food our evening meal was a mixed affair. The shared onion ring stacker was great but the main meals were poor quality probably wouldn't eat there in the evening again but breakfast was really good, would I stay here again? Yes certainly would very good sleep no disturbance.
Starting with the staff, excellent very jolly and any queries or help needed was quickly and effectively sorted. Very clean establishment,bath was definitely very slippery need to have anti slip mats as norm and not have to request one, shower bath combi a bit awkward to use. Moving on to the food our evening meal was a mixed affair. The shared onion ring stacker was great but the main meals were poor quality probably wouldn't eat there in the evening again but breakfast was really good, would I stay here again? Yes certainly would very good sleep no disturbance.
6
JULIE
Aug 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The shower was dirty no bath The breakfast was cold
The shower was dirty no bath The breakfast was cold
4
Martin
Jun 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Bathroom in the bedroom was dirty, roof peeling black mold around shower. Picture frame in main bedroom broken and sharp edge. Staircase is missing a spindle which is surely against the law with risk of a child falling through. Banister outside broken and unsafe. All outside area dirty rubbish blowing around seating area at front of pub dirty tables & manus in pub area. The best thing about the pub is the manager who was on shift Saturday day / night.
Bathroom in the bedroom was dirty, roof peeling black mold around shower. Picture frame in main bedroom broken and sharp edge. Staircase is missing a spindle which is surely against the law with risk of a child falling through. Banister outside broken and unsafe. All outside area dirty rubbish blowing around seating area at front of pub dirty tables & manus in pub area. The best thing about the pub is the manager who was on shift Saturday day / night.
4
Louis
Apr 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly staff, however I feel sorry for them working in an establishment that as had no investment or upkeep for a long time. Our room was very tired, the bathroom was dusty, mold in the shower and the ceiling was in great need of attention, the corridor was smelly. Shame on a company like Greene King not to take more care of one of its establishment.
Friendly staff, however I feel sorry for them working in an establishment that as had no investment or upkeep for a long time. Our room was very tired, the bathroom was dusty, mold in the shower and the ceiling was in great need of attention, the corridor was smelly. Shame on a company like Greene King not to take more care of one of its establishment.
6
William
Dec 28, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel overall was pretty dirty. We ate in the bar which actually tasted quite nice but when we ordered a drink the glasses came with dirt and lipstick on them. When I returned them to the bar, the girl was actually unimpressed that I had returned it. Albeit she did say sorry. The room and corridor leading to it were also old and dirty looking. However, the bed sheets were very clean and the bed was comfortable. We paid less than £60 so it wasn’t over the top for the time of year. Not a great hotel given its condition though.
Hotel overall was pretty dirty. We ate in the bar which actually tasted quite nice but when we ordered a drink the glasses came with dirt and lipstick on them. When I returned them to the bar, the girl was actually unimpressed that I had returned it. Albeit she did say sorry. The room and corridor leading to it were also old and dirty looking. However, the bed sheets were very clean and the bed was comfortable. We paid less than £60 so it wasn’t over the top for the time of year. Not a great hotel given its condition though.
8
Ruby
Oct 6, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Convenient, clean
Convenient, clean
8
Lorraine
Nov 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Customer service excellent room clean condition of room very tried shower did not get very warm crack in ceiling above shower and skirting boards in bathroom paint off it’s a shame because staff were so good
Customer service excellent room clean condition of room very tried shower did not get very warm crack in ceiling above shower and skirting boards in bathroom paint off it’s a shame because staff were so good
4
Simon
Dec 21, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
It's a pity because the building is nice and has character, like the bar/dining area. The staff were nice and the food was good. But the bedroom... All 4 doors to access the bedrooms were dirty in the area where ppl push them open. Our door, which was hard ro open, looked like it had been prised open and no-one had bothered to repair it. The room looked nice at a first glance, but then I saw the walls were dirty, TV aerial cable was dangling from the wall socket, not plugged in to the TV, bathroom extractor fan didn't work, toilet seat was wrong size and a dirty hand soap dispenser on the wall was empty, but another one with soap in was lying on the side. See photos. Again, it's a pity because a bit of attention could make the place look if not good, at least minimum standards. I get the impression that someone managing the place has a no f12ks given attitude towards the place. I pay the same and less to stay in clean presentable hotels which also have children's breakfast included.
It's a pity because the building is nice and has character, like the bar/dining area. The staff were nice and the food was good. But the bedroom... All 4 doors to access the bedrooms were dirty in the area where ppl push them open. Our door, which was hard ro open, looked like it had been prised open and no-one had bothered to repair it. The room looked nice at a first glance, but then I saw the walls were dirty, TV aerial cable was dangling from the wall socket, not plugged in to the TV, bathroom extractor fan didn't work, toilet seat was wrong size and a dirty hand soap dispenser on the wall was empty, but another one with soap in was lying on the side. See photos. Again, it's a pity because a bit of attention could make the place look if not good, at least minimum standards. I get the impression that someone managing the place has a no f12ks given attitude towards the place. I pay the same and less to stay in clean presentable hotels which also have children's breakfast included.
4
Peter
Sep 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Not very clean, wee stain on toilet and bathroom needs a do over, most definitely the toilet as the seat was too small fo- see picture. Beds were company but creaky and likely old. Funny smell in hallways and like a maze to get to the room. Old style keys needs updating to electronic locks. Definitely didn’t seem worth anywhere near the £100+ per night we paid.
Not very clean, wee stain on toilet and bathroom needs a do over, most definitely the toilet as the seat was too small fo- see picture. Beds were company but creaky and likely old. Funny smell in hallways and like a maze to get to the room. Old style keys needs updating to electronic locks. Definitely didn’t seem worth anywhere near the £100+ per night we paid.
6
Angela
Jul 26, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel was clean, up to date. We had a nice room, quiet and cool with a nice bathroom. All very clean and comfortable. Only 3 stars because we were rudely awaken early in the morning by the fire alarm. It went off twice while we were trying to have a lie in. It set a downer to our day and was really stressful. We weren't sure whether we should run outside in our underwear. When we asked downstairs what happened they said someone in the kitchen had burnt toasts. Not impressed.
The hotel was clean, up to date. We had a nice room, quiet and cool with a nice bathroom. All very clean and comfortable. Only 3 stars because we were rudely awaken early in the morning by the fire alarm. It went off twice while we were trying to have a lie in. It set a downer to our day and was really stressful. We weren't sure whether we should run outside in our underwear. When we asked downstairs what happened they said someone in the kitchen had burnt toasts. Not impressed.
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Rooms
Beds are comfortable and several rooms are spacious, but decor is dated and maintenance varies. Recurring issues include unreliable hot water or weak showers, occasional cold rooms, and minor in-room faults.
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Richard
Mar 22, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We needed a bed for the night on our way North which offered a chance to meet up with old friends. This hotel fitted the bill. Our room was spacious with a nice bathroom. The pub downstairs meant we could get a bite to eat and have a chat. We did have noisy neighbours around midight but thats not the hotels fault. Only grumble would be that food could be served hotter. Both our evening meals and breakfasts could have been improved in this way.
We needed a bed for the night on our way North which offered a chance to meet up with old friends. This hotel fitted the bill. Our room was spacious with a nice bathroom. The pub downstairs meant we could get a bite to eat and have a chat. We did have noisy neighbours around midight but thats not the hotels fault. Only grumble would be that food could be served hotter. Both our evening meals and breakfasts could have been improved in this way.
8
Brian
Jun 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Rooms are OK, dont expect high standard. Food is typical pub food but menu was large so plenty to choose from. Lots of parking and convenient to motorway.
Rooms are OK, dont expect high standard. Food is typical pub food but menu was large so plenty to choose from. Lots of parking and convenient to motorway.
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Julien
Jun 13, 2025
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Stayed 8 nights
No hot water for two consecutive days. They have had a problem with their boilers since January and still have to refill every twenty to thirty minutes just to maintain any hot water. The restaurant is awful. The food is just gross.
No hot water for two consecutive days. They have had a problem with their boilers since January and still have to refill every twenty to thirty minutes just to maintain any hot water. The restaurant is awful. The food is just gross.
8
Lorraine
Nov 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Customer service excellent room clean condition of room very tried shower did not get very warm crack in ceiling above shower and skirting boards in bathroom paint off it’s a shame because staff were so good
Customer service excellent room clean condition of room very tried shower did not get very warm crack in ceiling above shower and skirting boards in bathroom paint off it’s a shame because staff were so good
4
Jonathan
Jun 8, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Everything was outdated and dirty Cold showers and luke warm bath water
Everything was outdated and dirty Cold showers and luke warm bath water
10
Lisa
May 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic staff gave a great welcome from reception to the bar team. Room was brilliant really spacious, clean and comfortable. Food was brilliant with friendly and attentive staff
Fantastic staff gave a great welcome from reception to the bar team. Room was brilliant really spacious, clean and comfortable. Food was brilliant with friendly and attentive staff
8
Gary
Jun 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Check out on the Hotels.com website says 12:00 noon check out but its 11:00 am, main carpets need cleaning and a little paint in the room wouldn't go a miss Toilet takes required to pump the flush. TV signal on and off. Would stay again even though a few minor points.also first time ever I've seen a insect trap in the room at the side of the Bed and I've travelled the world.
Check out on the Hotels.com website says 12:00 noon check out but its 11:00 am, main carpets need cleaning and a little paint in the room wouldn't go a miss Toilet takes required to pump the flush. TV signal on and off. Would stay again even though a few minor points.also first time ever I've seen a insect trap in the room at the side of the Bed and I've travelled the world.
10
robert
Dec 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent service nice room and huge comfortable bed
Excellent service nice room and huge comfortable bed
8
Sharon
Nov 3, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The staff were excellent and the room was lovely and quiet. The beds were really comfy. I would only say that the shower cubicle was very cramped with a drench shower head which was unnerving for my elderly mum and the carpets and some fixtures were a little tired.
The staff were excellent and the room was lovely and quiet. The beds were really comfy. I would only say that the shower cubicle was very cramped with a drench shower head which was unnerving for my elderly mum and the carpets and some fixtures were a little tired.
10
Craig
May 14, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very well appointed rooms and good bathroom soap options.
Very well appointed rooms and good bathroom soap options.
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Service
Service is widely praised as friendly, helpful, and welcoming. A few guests reported lapses such as inattentive breakfast service and an unhelpful response when returning dirty glassware.
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Kevan
Feb 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great service and no problems with parking etc
Great service and no problems with parking etc
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William
Dec 28, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel overall was pretty dirty. We ate in the bar which actually tasted quite nice but when we ordered a drink the glasses came with dirt and lipstick on them. When I returned them to the bar, the girl was actually unimpressed that I had returned it. Albeit she did say sorry. The room and corridor leading to it were also old and dirty looking. However, the bed sheets were very clean and the bed was comfortable. We paid less than £60 so it wasn’t over the top for the time of year. Not a great hotel given its condition though.
Hotel overall was pretty dirty. We ate in the bar which actually tasted quite nice but when we ordered a drink the glasses came with dirt and lipstick on them. When I returned them to the bar, the girl was actually unimpressed that I had returned it. Albeit she did say sorry. The room and corridor leading to it were also old and dirty looking. However, the bed sheets were very clean and the bed was comfortable. We paid less than £60 so it wasn’t over the top for the time of year. Not a great hotel given its condition though.
8
Lorraine
Nov 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Customer service excellent room clean condition of room very tried shower did not get very warm crack in ceiling above shower and skirting boards in bathroom paint off it’s a shame because staff were so good
Customer service excellent room clean condition of room very tried shower did not get very warm crack in ceiling above shower and skirting boards in bathroom paint off it’s a shame because staff were so good
10
Suzanne
Apr 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very happy with my stay. Molly was very helpful.
Very happy with my stay. Molly was very helpful.
10
Crisyn
Feb 19, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I managed to book the wrong week for our stay - 3 rooms. The staff were very helpful and sorted Al my issues out and made sure we were comfortable. Very happy overall. Thank you.
I managed to book the wrong week for our stay - 3 rooms. The staff were very helpful and sorted Al my issues out and made sure we were comfortable. Very happy overall. Thank you.
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Lesley
Sep 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Staff at breakfast didn’t seem overly bothered that we had to keep asking for bread, milk, plates etc
Staff at breakfast didn’t seem overly bothered that we had to keep asking for bread, milk, plates etc
10
Lisa
May 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic staff gave a great welcome from reception to the bar team. Room was brilliant really spacious, clean and comfortable. Food was brilliant with friendly and attentive staff
Fantastic staff gave a great welcome from reception to the bar team. Room was brilliant really spacious, clean and comfortable. Food was brilliant with friendly and attentive staff
8
Ciaran
Mar 1, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Great staff at reception and the room was ideal
Great staff at reception and the room was ideal
10
robert
Dec 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent service nice room and huge comfortable bed
Excellent service nice room and huge comfortable bed
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Brian
Jan 30, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
All the staff were excellent, especially Molly.
All the staff were excellent, especially Molly.
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Location
Handy for the motorway and easy for stopovers, with a quiet setting that some find isolated. Access involves stairs to all rooms, which is not wheelchair-friendly.
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Stefan
Jun 23, 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Verkehrsgünstig gelegen, gute Speiseauswahl
Verkehrsgünstig gelegen, gute Speiseauswahl
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Cherrelle
Oct 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Was a lovely hotel with lovely staff in a nice location, I do like the kings inn hotels but admittedly the bathroom wasn’t very clean nor modern and it did smell a little, but it was still good for the price we paid to stay there. The bed was comfortable and we had a sleep without any disturbances. Also breakfast was nice, and the bar maids were very nice and it was very calm and chilled to sit and have a drink in the evening.
Was a lovely hotel with lovely staff in a nice location, I do like the kings inn hotels but admittedly the bathroom wasn’t very clean nor modern and it did smell a little, but it was still good for the price we paid to stay there. The bed was comfortable and we had a sleep without any disturbances. Also breakfast was nice, and the bar maids were very nice and it was very calm and chilled to sit and have a drink in the evening.
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Brian
Jun 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Rooms are OK, dont expect high standard. Food is typical pub food but menu was large so plenty to choose from. Lots of parking and convenient to motorway.
Rooms are OK, dont expect high standard. Food is typical pub food but menu was large so plenty to choose from. Lots of parking and convenient to motorway.
10
HELEN
Jun 8, 2024
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Stayed 11 nights
Great location friendly staff, great breakfast
Great location friendly staff, great breakfast
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Chloe
Nov 5, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Bed lovely and comfy. Quiet area. Shower lacking and the coffee is rubbish instant stuff that tastes like gravy granules
Bed lovely and comfy. Quiet area. Shower lacking and the coffee is rubbish instant stuff that tastes like gravy granules
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Sarah
May 1, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great customer service, comfy beds, some marks on walls & black spots in bathroom but overall clean, tidy. Good night sleep. Would use again. Only think to note not wheelchair friendly (stairs to all rooms), but team willing to help where can.
Great customer service, comfy beds, some marks on walls & black spots in bathroom but overall clean, tidy. Good night sleep. Would use again. Only think to note not wheelchair friendly (stairs to all rooms), but team willing to help where can.
8
Danny
Feb 6, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Quick trip to the area. Hotel was very handy for where i needed to be. Plenty of free parking.. check in lady was great. Room was fine. A bit chilly but the heating soon sorted that. Neighbours were a pain in the rear end. Noisy at 1am. Not the fault of the hotel of course. Had dinner on site. Reasonably priced and very nice. Breakfast was included and was great. Key drop check out. Will i use this one again. Definitely yes.
Quick trip to the area. Hotel was very handy for where i needed to be. Plenty of free parking.. check in lady was great. Room was fine. A bit chilly but the heating soon sorted that. Neighbours were a pain in the rear end. Noisy at 1am. Not the fault of the hotel of course. Had dinner on site. Reasonably priced and very nice. Breakfast was included and was great. Key drop check out. Will i use this one again. Definitely yes.
8
Vivien
Apr 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel was isolated. It was very quiet at evening times so would not like to sit in the bar more or less by ourselves. No access to Sky Sports ( which Greene King is well known for) so we travelled to other venues. It is a lovely hotel and bar but only for those who like a really quiet time.
The hotel was isolated. It was very quiet at evening times so would not like to sit in the bar more or less by ourselves. No access to Sky Sports ( which Greene King is well known for) so we travelled to other venues. It is a lovely hotel and bar but only for those who like a really quiet time.
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Lee
Jan 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
How quiet the hotel was after the bar closd for the night.
How quiet the hotel was after the bar closd for the night.
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David
Jul 3, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Comfortable stop on a journey. Ok for the price. Cooked breakfast exceeded our expectations!
Comfortable stop on a journey. Ok for the price. Cooked breakfast exceeded our expectations!
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Dining
Breakfast is generally good, while evening meals and Sunday lunch are mixed, with some dishes served lukewarm or below expectations. Some guests enjoyed dinner, but others reported poor quality.
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Richard
Mar 22, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We needed a bed for the night on our way North which offered a chance to meet up with old friends. This hotel fitted the bill. Our room was spacious with a nice bathroom. The pub downstairs meant we could get a bite to eat and have a chat. We did have noisy neighbours around midight but thats not the hotels fault. Only grumble would be that food could be served hotter. Both our evening meals and breakfasts could have been improved in this way.
We needed a bed for the night on our way North which offered a chance to meet up with old friends. This hotel fitted the bill. Our room was spacious with a nice bathroom. The pub downstairs meant we could get a bite to eat and have a chat. We did have noisy neighbours around midight but thats not the hotels fault. Only grumble would be that food could be served hotter. Both our evening meals and breakfasts could have been improved in this way.
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Wayne
Feb 8, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Starting with the staff, excellent very jolly and any queries or help needed was quickly and effectively sorted. Very clean establishment,bath was definitely very slippery need to have anti slip mats as norm and not have to request one, shower bath combi a bit awkward to use. Moving on to the food our evening meal was a mixed affair. The shared onion ring stacker was great but the main meals were poor quality probably wouldn't eat there in the evening again but breakfast was really good, would I stay here again? Yes certainly would very good sleep no disturbance.
Starting with the staff, excellent very jolly and any queries or help needed was quickly and effectively sorted. Very clean establishment,bath was definitely very slippery need to have anti slip mats as norm and not have to request one, shower bath combi a bit awkward to use. Moving on to the food our evening meal was a mixed affair. The shared onion ring stacker was great but the main meals were poor quality probably wouldn't eat there in the evening again but breakfast was really good, would I stay here again? Yes certainly would very good sleep no disturbance.
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JULIE
Aug 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The shower was dirty no bath The breakfast was cold
The shower was dirty no bath The breakfast was cold
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Julien
Jun 13, 2025
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Stayed 8 nights
No hot water for two consecutive days. They have had a problem with their boilers since January and still have to refill every twenty to thirty minutes just to maintain any hot water. The restaurant is awful. The food is just gross.
No hot water for two consecutive days. They have had a problem with their boilers since January and still have to refill every twenty to thirty minutes just to maintain any hot water. The restaurant is awful. The food is just gross.
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Liam
Nov 26, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Food was very poor
Food was very poor
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William
Dec 28, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel overall was pretty dirty. We ate in the bar which actually tasted quite nice but when we ordered a drink the glasses came with dirt and lipstick on them. When I returned them to the bar, the girl was actually unimpressed that I had returned it. Albeit she did say sorry. The room and corridor leading to it were also old and dirty looking. However, the bed sheets were very clean and the bed was comfortable. We paid less than £60 so it wasn’t over the top for the time of year. Not a great hotel given its condition though.
Hotel overall was pretty dirty. We ate in the bar which actually tasted quite nice but when we ordered a drink the glasses came with dirt and lipstick on them. When I returned them to the bar, the girl was actually unimpressed that I had returned it. Albeit she did say sorry. The room and corridor leading to it were also old and dirty looking. However, the bed sheets were very clean and the bed was comfortable. We paid less than £60 so it wasn’t over the top for the time of year. Not a great hotel given its condition though.
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Mike
Apr 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Sunday lunch could be better,breakfast good.
Sunday lunch could be better,breakfast good.
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Danny
Feb 6, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Quick trip to the area. Hotel was very handy for where i needed to be. Plenty of free parking.. check in lady was great. Room was fine. A bit chilly but the heating soon sorted that. Neighbours were a pain in the rear end. Noisy at 1am. Not the fault of the hotel of course. Had dinner on site. Reasonably priced and very nice. Breakfast was included and was great. Key drop check out. Will i use this one again. Definitely yes.
Quick trip to the area. Hotel was very handy for where i needed to be. Plenty of free parking.. check in lady was great. Room was fine. A bit chilly but the heating soon sorted that. Neighbours were a pain in the rear end. Noisy at 1am. Not the fault of the hotel of course. Had dinner on site. Reasonably priced and very nice. Breakfast was included and was great. Key drop check out. Will i use this one again. Definitely yes.
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David
Jul 3, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Comfortable stop on a journey. Ok for the price. Cooked breakfast exceeded our expectations!
Comfortable stop on a journey. Ok for the price. Cooked breakfast exceeded our expectations!
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Cherry
Aug 14, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
It was easy to get to . Sraff were helpful . Food was good
It was easy to get to . Sraff were helpful . Food was good
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ANNA
Sep 15, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
make sure your room is on the first floor
make sure your room is on the first floor
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HELEN
Sep 14, 2026
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Stayed 8 nights
Great staff make you so welcome Caroline and her team are great. Awesome location so easy to access everywhere 😊
Great staff make you so welcome Caroline and her team are great. Awesome location so easy to access everywhere 😊
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Kirsty
Aug 22, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Such friendly staff, the lady that checked us in was lovely and so helpful. The rooms are looking a little tired, but were clean and the bed was extremely comfortable. Lovely outdoor area and not much noise considering how close to the A1 it was. Great stay.
Such friendly staff, the lady that checked us in was lovely and so helpful. The rooms are looking a little tired, but were clean and the bed was extremely comfortable. Lovely outdoor area and not much noise considering how close to the A1 it was. Great stay.
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Jonathan
Aug 21, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Good location for M62 Roomwas small but clean and had everything I needed
Good location for M62 Roomwas small but clean and had everything I needed
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Geoff
Aug 17, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
An affordable hotel if you are travelling up the A1. The staff were lovely and the room pleasant. While the main pub and reception is a bit tatty in places, the room was good, clean and the bed clean and comfy. On the down side, the TV reception kept dropping out and the iron was the cheapest iron available and didn't really work for actual ironing. Other than that we were happy with our stay and would probably stay again if we needed a hotel in the area.
An affordable hotel if you are travelling up the A1. The staff were lovely and the room pleasant. While the main pub and reception is a bit tatty in places, the room was good, clean and the bed clean and comfy. On the down side, the TV reception kept dropping out and the iron was the cheapest iron available and didn't really work for actual ironing. Other than that we were happy with our stay and would probably stay again if we needed a hotel in the area.
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FAQs about Darrington by Greene King Inns
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, parking is available on-site. Guests must contact the property in advance to reserve a parking space.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 to 22:00, and check-out is by 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, and guests should contact the property in advance for arrangements.
Where is the hotel located in relation to local attractions?
The hotel is located in Pontefract, within a 5-minute drive of Mid Yorkshire Golf Club and Pontefract Castle. It is approximately 2.6 miles from All Saints Church and 2.9 miles from Pontefract Town Hall.
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- 2026-10-21: 96.38974882106018USD
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- 2026-10-31: 89.96347505511474USD
- 2026-11-01: 67.4581522149887USD
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- 2026-11-03: 80.92213719967651USD
- 2026-11-04: 73.97783276867676USD
- 2026-11-05: 63.40339349660492USD
- 2026-11-06: 64.73370894003295USD
- 2026-11-07: 84.54147222940064USD
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- 2026-11-10: 86.3182856716156USD
- 2026-11-11: 80.92213719967651USD
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- 2026-11-17: 86.3182856716156USD
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- 2026-11-19: 70.12985312292862USD
- 2026-11-20: 64.73370894003295USD
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- 2026-11-23: 70.12985312292862USD
- 2026-11-24: 86.3182856716156USD
- 2026-11-25: 80.92213719967651USD
- 2026-11-26: 65.04428286359024USD
- 2026-11-27: 70.12985312292862USD
- 2026-11-28: 86.3182856716156USD
- 2026-11-29: 64.73370894003295USD
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- 2026-12-01: 75.52599730582428USD
- 2026-12-02: 75.52599730582428USD
- 2026-12-03: 64.73370894003295USD
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- 2026-12-05: 86.3182856716156USD
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- 2026-12-08: 86.46228601561737USD
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- 2026-12-11: 64.73370894003295USD
- 2026-12-12: 86.72571048478699USD
- 2026-12-13: 64.73370894003295USD
- 2026-12-14: 70.46463869662857USD
- 2026-12-15: 75.88499881871033USD
- 2026-12-16: 75.88499881871033USD
- 2026-12-17: 65.04428286359024USD
- 2026-12-18: 65.04428286359024USD
- 2026-12-19: 107.89285177584075USD
- 2026-12-20: 65.04428286359024USD
- 2026-12-21: 70.46463869662857USD
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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
- Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- Contactless check-out is available.
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