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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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About the Hotel

Chequers Inn, Dalton-On-Tees, Darlington, Darlington (Durham), DL2 2NT
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Near Paddock Farm Nursery and Water Gardens
Great
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Trip Advisor Travellers' Choice 2020 Gastro-Pub in Dalton-on-Tees

Dining

The Chequers Inn's restaurant earned a Trip Advisor Travellers' Choice 2020 award for its quality. The gastro-pub menu offers homemade traditional dishes, with locally sourced real ales holding a Cask Marque Award. Daily breakfast includes a full English breakfast, and evening meals feature options like homemade lamb pie and chicken Parmo.

Rooms

Each en-suite bedroom includes a flat-screen TV and tea and coffee facilities. Many rooms are described by guests as spacious and clean, featuring large bathrooms in some cases. Free on-site parking and complimentary Wi-Fi are available for all guests.

Family & Children

The large beer garden includes a safe children's play area. Board games and puzzles are available for family entertainment. Kids' meals are offered on the menu, and the hotel fosters a welcoming atmosphere for families through community involvement.

Location

The Chequers Inn is a 4-minute drive from Croft Racing Circuit, home of regular motorsport events. It is approximately 30 minutes' drive from the North York Moors National Park. Darlington city centre is 9 minutes away, with South Park nearby.

Pets & Entertainment

The hotel is dog-friendly with no pet fee, and dogs are welcome in the bar area and during breakfast. Entertainment options include board games, darts, and a shared lounge/TV area. The large beer garden also serves locally sourced real ales for guests to enjoy.

Highlights

Dining: Trip Advisor Travellers' Choice 2020 gastro-pub with Cask Marque awarded ales

Rooms: En-suite bedrooms with flat-screen TVs and free on-site parking

Family: Children's play area in large beer garden and kids' meals

Location: 4-minute drive to Croft Racing Circuit, 30 minutes to North York Moors

Pets: Dog-friendly with no extra fee, welcome throughout property

Entertainment: Board games, darts, shared lounge/TV area

“The rooms here are notably comfortable and kept to a high standard of cleanliness, providing a genuinely welcoming space. Meals at the inn are consistently well-prepared and represent excellent value, a sentiment echoed by the friendly and helpful nature of the staff. It's clear this establishment excels in creating a hospitable atmosphere for every visitor.”
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James DavidEditor-in-Chief at Ukdurham

Select your room type

The Chequers Inn offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Double Room
2 persons
20 m²
1 Double bed
Bathtub
Heating
Classic Twin Room
2 persons
24 m²
1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
Bathtub
Heating

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Facilities

The Chequers Inn offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.6/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course
  • Darts

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Heating
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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The Chequers Inn Location

Chequers Inn, Dalton-On-Tees, Darlington, Darlington (Durham), DL2 2NT
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Getting around
  • City Centre
    Darlington (Durham) 10 min  ·  6.6 km
  • Airports
    Durham Tees Valley (MME) 26 min  ·  16.8 km
    Newcastle (NCL) 117 min  ·  77.9 km
  • Train
    Darlington Railway Station 10 min  ·  6.1 km
    North Road Railway Station 12 min  ·  7.8 km
  • Bus
    Bus stop 10 min  ·  6.5 km
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:00
Check-out
until 10 am
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Breakfast
At the hotel The Chequers Inn guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Chequers Inn from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 405 verified reviews
9.0 /10
Perfect
97 %
Recommend
Cleanliness
8.9/10
Comfort
9.0/10
Facilities
8.6/10
Free WiFi
8.5/10
Location
9.1/10
Staff
9.5/10
Value for money
9.1/10
Pros
Friendly staff
Good quality food
Generous portions
Early breakfast service
Cons
Dated furniture
Weak shower pressure
Broken toilet seat
Guest reviews
based on 756 reviews
8.7/10
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