Houndgate Townhouse Hotel - Darlington (Durham)

Boutique hotel with Georgian architecture and award-winning Saltfish seafood restaurant in Darlington

Accommodations & Rooms

Houndgate Townhouse Darlington offers 8 boutique en-suite rooms with private bathrooms and bathrobes. The luxury super king or twin rooms include a freestanding roll-top bath in the bedroom. Room 6 is designed as a disability-friendly room with a wet room, grab rails, and an emergency cord.

Dining & Entertainment

The on-site Saltfish restaurant serves fresh seafood, local cuisine, and a daily changing selection of oysters. Breakfast includes Full English, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options, with a smoked haddock kedgeree available. Live entertainment accompanies meals on select evenings, and the bar offers cocktails and a curated wine list from independent winemakers.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Houndgate Townhouse Hotel sits within a short walk of Darlington Railway Station, providing access to trains to London every 30 minutes. Raby Castle, a 14th-century historic site, is 20 km from the hotel, and the Yorkshire Dales are approximately 30 minutes east. Teesside International Airport is 10 km away, with local bus services to Richmond, Barnard Castle, and Bishop Auckland.

Accessibility & Guest Services

The hotel offers a lift to all floors and adapted rooms for wheelchair users, with tactile signs and a toilet with grab rails. Guest services include private check-in/check-out, 24-hour security with CCTV, daily housekeeping, and a safety deposit box. Meeting and banquet facilities are available for business events, along with complimentary bottled water and free Wi-Fi throughout.

Hotel Character & Events

Houndgate Townhouse is housed in a historic building with original Georgian architecture, including sash windows and period details. The courtyard garden and sun terrace provide outdoor seating, and the bar area is open to the public. Special occasions like weddings can be accommodated with bespoke menu options from the Saltfish restaurant.

• Accommodations: 8 boutique en-suite rooms with roll-top baths
• Dining: Saltfish restaurant with fresh seafood and live entertainment
• Location: 10 min walk from Darlington Railway Station, near Raby Castle
• Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible rooms with grab rails and lift
• Services: Meeting facilities, daily housekeeping, safety deposit box