Sedgefield, Sedgefield, TS21 2EH, United Kingdom
#3 of 11 hotels in Sedgefield
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1228 hotel reviews
8.4Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.9
Location
9.2
Facilities
8.5
Staff
8.9
Value for money
8.0
Free WiFi
7.7
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 1 December 2022
June
United KingdomCleanliness of room. Hairs in bathroom both on floor and in shower Headboard needs thorough clean stains on bed cover and cushions
Good choice
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 24 November 2022
Silvery
United KingdomBreakfast could have been better. Not as good as the blurb on the menu. Poor choice of yogurts, fruit platter empty, no prunes or compote available although on the menu, bacon very disappointing. Fruit platter was replenished but we were told that was ‘the compote’.
We changed our room from lower ground floor to ground floor with no problem. Dinner in the Rib Room was very good. Breakfast was disappointing.
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 21 November 2022
Claire
United KingdomPaid for 2 deluxe rooms with extra large beds - only got 1 deluxe bed, the other was standard. 2 lights were out in the bathroom & my bedside lamp didn’t work. Other than that had a very nice stay.
Clean, friendly staff, great wifi & lovely decor
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 6 November 2022
Iain
United KingdomThis was our 21st time staying at the Hardwick and always been happy with the cleanliness however on this occasion i noticed the carpets had been severely marked or stained.There was also what appeared to be a blood mark on the matress sheet.As far as the hotel services go i was disappointed to note that the newspaper service has been withdrawn which was understandable during the pandemic but there is no excuse now especially as we are so close to the Racecourse and racegoers such as ourselves would like a morning racing post.
Large comfortable rooms and huge bathroom with excellent shower
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 30 October 2022
Louise
United Kingdomlooking a little tired in areas
It’s location, the room
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 28 October 2022
Natalie
United KingdomRoom was beautiful but had a very strong smell which I recognised as damp spores coming from the roof . We didn’t complain as only there for one night. Breakfast wasn’t great. There was nothing fresh in the hot food area and it had been sat there a long time ( fried eggs has turned green underneath and beans were lukewarm) . Lady with grey hair and glasses was lovely and got us some fresh eggs and made sure we were okay but understandably we had to wait.
Lovely property in nice grounds. Room was beautiful. Reception desk staff were lovely and helpful. Lady with the grey hair and glasses at breakfast was fabulous - please thank her from us
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 25 October 2022
Tracey
United KingdomPoor internet. No mini fridge.
The room had a lovely view. It had everything we were looking for.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 25 October 2022
Michael
RomaniaThe rooms where not up to standard, they had to move us from the first room as it was not clean and very worn and old. the reception staff did not make a good impression. I have never stayed in a hotel where the staff wont phone you a local taxi and just give you a bunch of numbers.
I bar staff where good, the location and the grounds are beautiful.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 19 October 2022
Bernard
United KingdomInitial room was floor -1 with path outside the glass door. No view. No security or privacy unless door closed and curtains drawn.
Room we didn't like was changed quickly to floor +1 with views of the the grounds. The 6' bed very comfortable.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 18 October 2022
Wendy
United KingdomFrom the website I was lead to believe that all rooms had a bath, this isn't the case, our room had a walk in shower. Unfortunately the shower had very little power more of a dribble, when you could direct it onto your body! So my plan for a relaxing bath before dinner was thwarted. Also I believe for a hotel with so many reception rooms there could be a solution for providing a quiet relaxing bar for hotel guests, when loud & drunk wedding guests are between wedding and evening reception. I wasn't feeling very relaxed by the time I got to dinner.
The location was perfect, we were going to the races. We love our walking and enjoyed walking through the park. We also had a fabulous meal in the Steak restaurant. All staff were very friendly in the hotel and check in was swift and efficient.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 16 October 2022
Chris
United KingdomBroken radiator and tap in room.
Location was great for our son's wedding. Organisation was spot on.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 7 October 2022
Val
United KingdomThe room we were given was excellent, breakfast very good, staff excellent
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 6 October 2022
Helen
United KingdomRoom was too hot
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 6 October 2022
Iain
United KingdomBring back the morning Newspaper service ,Particularly the close proximity to Sedgefield Racecourse,I miss my morning Racing post.
Huge rooms and absolutely spotless,Location for Sedgefield races was perfect.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 1 October 2022
Purvis
United KingdomAbsolutely nothing
Everything the decor in the are fab rooms are huge recomend it for all couples needing time out and escaping for the night or 2 if your wanting to spoil yourselves
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 30 September 2022
June
United Kingdomrooms was locket and clean
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 29 September 2022
Clare
United Kingdomnothing
fabulous spacious room with large bathroom. homely feel.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 26 September 2022
Dorothy
United KingdomOur room didn’t have a fridge nor USB ports. Also I found the lighting was a bit gloomy especially as the light on the head board wasn’t working.
Breakfast was fine and the staff very helpful and friendly
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 26 September 2022
Peter
United KingdomI found it strange that the restaurant did not display or mention the ‘specials’ of the day to diners.
very relaxing location.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 22 September 2022
Ryan
United KingdomWe were at a Wedding just a short distance to drive, but a bit to far to walk from the hotel. and the Taxis were a Nightmare. Book your Taxis well in advance people, because this hotel is a must stay.
The Room, Staff, Breakfast, Bar and Hotel were all Perfect. Fantastic service by all. 100% recommend. The bar even stayed open for our small Party even though we were the only Guests drinking there late.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 20 September 2022
Adw140689
United KingdomWe had a meal in the Rib Restaurant. Didn't like being in a corridor in what was like a cellar. Would prefer to eat in one of the restaurants they have for breakfast.
Very comfortable stay. Staff were friendly and the hotel was clean. Nice walks around grounds. Breakfast was excellent.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 16 September 2022
Dan
United KingdomChef overslept on our first morning so there was no cooked breakfast option
Very nice views, lovely interior, good sized room
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 15 September 2022
Neil
United KingdomPosition of dining room which lacked atmosphere
Location..size and comfort of bed
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 13 September 2022
Gillian
United KingdomThe bed
Fab hotel, food excellent just a pity bed was so uncomfortable
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 12 September 2022
Lee
United KingdomThe room I stayed in was a little tired. The shower leaked onto the floor, not all the lights worked in the bathroom. The room was generally very warm, even with the window open fully & the fan on..
Reception, Restaurant, Bar, Location & grounds of the Hardwick Hall Hotel are second to none, Outstanding. The food in the Restaurant was also exceptional.
Stayed in September 2022
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