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The Morritt Hotel

Barnard Castle , Greta Bridge (Show on Map)

7.6

Good

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Summary of reviewsThe Morritt Hotel is a charming and comfortable hotel located in beautiful surroundings, making it an ideal spot for a relaxing break or a stopover halfway between destinations. Guests rave about the exceptional breakfast experiences and the friendly and accommodating staff. The hotel's dinner receives mixed reviews with some guests praising the excellent food while others find it expensive and not to their taste. The rooms are generally clean and comfortable, although some guests note that some rooms are tired and in need of updating. The cleanliness of the hotel is also a mixed bag with some guests finding the rooms spotlessly clean while others report stains and mould. The spa receives mixed reviews with some guests loving the facilities and treatments while others report disappointments. The Morritt Hotel is a great choice for dog owners looking for a comfortable and welcoming stay with the staff making a fuss of furry companions and providing them with a bed and treats. Overall, the Morritt Hotel provides a pleasant and relaxing stay with friendly staff and beautiful surroundings.
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Room Types

Classic Double Room Individually decorated room with beautiful furnishings.

Deluxe Double Room Spacious rooms with a seating area.

Classic Twin Room This individually furnished room features free Wi-Fi, a TV, and an en suite bathroom.

Classic Plus Double Room. Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The double room features a seating area, an electric kettle, a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

Small Double Room Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The double room provides an electric kettle, a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.

About The Morritt Hotel

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Guest Reviews

7.6

Good

Location

The Morritt Hotel is situated in an excellent location, just off the A66 and conveniently positioned for easy access to adjacent main roads. The hotel is set in open countryside, which provides scenic and rural views, making it an ideal spot for a relaxing break or a stopover halfway between destinations like Edinburgh. Guests love the lovely, picturesque and beautiful surroundings of the hotel. The location is excellent for walking and visiting the nearby town of Barnard Castle. Many guests appreciate the convenience and ease of finding the hotel, as it is well signposted and easily accessed off the A66. Although some guests felt the traffic noise from the A66, the property stands in secluded country locations, away from the main road, which is a welcome relief for many. The hotel is perfect for those visiting family in Barnard Castle as well. Overall, the Morritt Hotel is an ideal place for a pleasant, comfortable and relaxing stay that provides a charming atmosphere.

Breakfast

Guests of The Morritt Hotel rave about their breakfast experiences with many describing it as exceptional and one of the best they've had. Though a few guests comment that the food at the breakfast serving counter could have been warmer, overall the food and service received a lot of praise. The hotel's dinner also received high marks with guests describing it as amazing, tasty, well-presented and a good value. Additionally, many guests specifically mention the use of great quality local produce in their meals. While a few guests comment on minor issues such as poor coffee service or a lack of bacon on the buffet, the overwhelming majority loved their breakfast and would highly recommend it.

Dinner

The Morritt Hotel's dinner receives mixed reviews with some guests praising the excellent and lovely food, wonderful flavors, generous portions and exceptional meals in the restaurant. The hotel's dining room and bar are also comfortable and lovely. While some find the restaurant expensive and most of the menu not to their taste, others believe that it offers good value and the best fish and chips ever. However, some guests express disappointment in the poor and overpriced food served in the dreary Dickens Bar as well as the limited food menu. A few guests note that the dinner was a bit pricey and some complain about undercooked or cold food or slow service. Overall, the hotel’s courteous and attentive staff and hotel’s location, steak and braised beef receive compliments, while the chicken breast is criticized for being overpriced.

Rooms

The Morritt Hotel provides a pleasant stay in characterful and spacious rooms with good facilities, including a separate shower and bath. Some guests noted that some rooms were tired and in need of updating, but overall they were clean and comfortable. Some had specific issues such as noisy or unclean rooms and some guests were disappointed with the size or quality of their room. However, the hotel's location in beautiful surroundings and the charm of the old building compensate for any shortcomings in the rooms.

Beds

Guests have varied opinions about the beds at The Morritt Hotel. Some guests found the beds to be extremely comfortable, even describing them as 'fantastically comfortable' and 'super comfortable'. Others, however, reported that the beds were small, wobbly or not very comfortable due to a hard mattress or poor quality pillows. A few guests even found items such as bottles and papers under their beds. Nonetheless, many guests enjoyed their stay overall and appreciated the spacious rooms, old property and friendly staff.

Cleanliness

Guests have mixed opinions about the cleanliness of The Morritt Hotel. While some find the rooms to be comfortable and spotlessly clean, others have reported stains on carpets, mould in the bathroom and a lack of cleaning in some areas. Some guests have also mentioned dated decor and shabby appearances throughout the hotel. However, there are also positive comments regarding the spa and friendly staff. While some guests had no complaints, others found issues with items not being topped up quickly enough at breakfast and towels being old. Overall, The Morritt Hotel appears to have a range of experiences with regards to cleanliness.

Staff

The Morritt Hotel boasts an exceptional team of friendly, helpful and accommodating staff that are attentive to guests' needs, making for a warm and inviting stay. From the welcoming reception staff to those in the dining room and bar, guests are treated like individuals with excellent service. The staff even went the extra mile to make a fuss of guests' beloved pets. However, some guests noted a shortage of staff and some receptionists were unhelpful. Nevertheless, experience tells that the friendly staff make the property and create a pleasant atmosphere. But, while some guests praised newer staff for their efficiency, others felt that they lacked experience and didn't always cater to guests' needs as expected. All in all, the staff at The Morritt Hotel is helpful and courteous with a wealth of knowledge about local attractions and activities, providing excellent customer service.

Spa

The Morritt Hotel boasts a stunning spa that guests seem to either absolutely love or find a bit lackluster. Some rave about the excellent facilities and treatments, calling it "one of the best" spas they've been to. Others, however, report disappointments such as broken steam rooms and jacuzzis and some had to cancel treatments due to understaffing. The outdoor hot tubs were a highlight for some, while others mentioned cleanliness issues. Despite mixed reviews, many guests chose The Morritt Hotel specifically for its spa and found it to be a beautiful and relaxing space. However, be aware that the spa and hotel are run as separate businesses, so there may be additional fees for spa usage.

Dog Friendly

The Morritt Hotel is a great choice for dog owners looking for a comfortable and welcoming stay. The staff are fantastic, making a fuss of your furry companion and providing them with a bed and treats. The location is also ideal with good, safe walks for your dog along the river near the hotel. The hotel is overall dog friendly with no extra charge for dogs and dogs are allowed in the bar area. However, if you aren't a dog lover, don't let this stop you from trying the Morritt as the dogs encountered were well-behaved. The only minor issue guests reported was having to walk through the lounge area to get breakfast due to having their dog. So, pack up your pooch and head to the Morritt Hotel for a dog-friendly stay.

No, The Morritt Hotel doesn't have any pool.

Yes, a spa is available at The Morritt Hotel.

Yes, The Morritt Hotel welcomes dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at The Morritt Hotel.

No, The Morritt Hotel doesn't have a gym.

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