Food was excellent Staff extremely friendly and room very clean and comfortable Location suited us very well, so all in all we had a lovely break

There wasn't really anything for us to take issue with. The one thing that I had to do something about was what always happens and I should know to be prepared by now. There is never a mirror suitable for a lady to do her make-up - one with a light over it or a movable one that can be put in good light. Went out and bought my own this time and it will live in my travel bag!

This is a fantastic place to stay the bar is rustic and fantastic service, food and buffet morning breakfast was included 👌 top notch staff very friendly. This was one of the most positive experiences of a hotel bar and restaurant combined we have stayed in a long time. Dog friendly we don't have a pet but it's not off putting the facilities are large enough to accommodate everyone including fur babies. Rooms very quiet at night situated in linked buildings had music one of the nights had early night could not hear a sound from the bar.

We have been to the Seaham area several times and this is the best place we have stayed. The room was small but had ample storage so didn't feel too small. The room was very clean and the bed was super comfortable. The bathroom was of ample size and the large shower with rain type shower head was invigorating. The breakfast was outstanding and the staff very friendly and helpful.

The room was a little chilly the first night and we couldn't figure out how to adjust the temperature. The next night was very comfortable.

We stayed one night and had breakfast and dinner at the property. The room was very clean and so was the bathroom. The food was great quality, both at dinner and breakfast. I really appreciated the fact the menu included many British classics - porridge, eggs Benedict/Florentine, full English breakfast, mince and dumplings, pies, fish and chips, sticky toffee pudding, etc. Bobbie and her colleagues were welcoming and efficient, nothing was too much trouble. We needed a late check out and that was arranged for a very small fee. The Inn and its restaurant are pet friendly.

After a little while, and especially when the heating was on, you could smell a pet had been a guest in the room at some point in the past. The smell was pungent and, while it wasn't necessarily a deal breaker for us, it could be an issue for others.

Everything was brilliant, the room was spotless and spacious and ideally located. The food both evening and mmorning was excellent and the staff in the bar were brilliant. friendly,approachable, chatty and knowledgeable. Nothing was to much for them. Also we loved the doggy station in the bar, as a dog owner I find taking our puppy with us quite stressful and I worry that he's been a pain but everyone was brilliant with him!

that we had only booked for the one night!

The inn is really well set up. It's clearly loved by locals for a drink or a meal, then the rooms are off to one side and are quiet - the windows and curtains are well insulated so no road noise bothers you in the room. Friendly staff who seem like they enjoy working there. Great hot breakfast options.

Friendly welcome. Easy check in. Staff were really helpful. Room was clean and very comfortable. Hot shower was very welcome after a long drive. Great location for work trip into Sunderland, easy to get to from the A19, and only a few minutes from Seaham. Room price included breakfast, which was delicious. (Eggs Benedict, very good poached eggs!) Will definitely stay here on my next trip.

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It was a very good sized room for the family. The restaurant was convenient for tired travelers, we didn't have to go too far. The meals were pretty good but the breakfast was much better. Delightful staff especially Jade who was so friendly and helpful. Jade also ran a Quiz night which we stuck around for. Jade also gave us a list of recommendations to see and do at our next destination.

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I got a bit late to check in, by 20 mins after midnight, as I was driving from London, and I was charged additionally. I've made a request for late check out, for an additional 1 hour and they wanted to charge for that too. Juices and coffees were almost finished at the breakfast counters and the staff were more interested to take it back than filling it.

We stayed two nights on a cycling holiday. The location was just off the rail-trail so very convenient for safe cycling. Also very handy that meals were available in the pub as well. What we really liked was we were given the option to forego our rooms being made-up between our two nights in exchange for a free drink in the pub/restaurant. Also the included breakfast was better than most bed and breakfast options. Hope to stay there again on a future cycle tour. They were able to safely store our bikes in a locked compound (although still exposed to the weather).