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The Morritt Hotel & Garage Spa

From £105.00
Greta Bridge
Barnard Castle
County Durham
DL12 9SE
4 AA Stars 4 AA Stars 4 AA Stars 4 AA Stars 4 AA Stars

Tel: +44 01833 627232

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The Morritt Hotel near Barnard Castle
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  • Outside of the Morritt
  • A sign saying The Dickens Bar
  • A garden
  • A plate of food
  • A painting
  • Tables and chairs in a restaurant
  • The Garage sign at The Morritt
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  • Double Room at The Morritt Hotel near Barnard Castle

About

Situated in picturesque Teesdale countryside, and close to attractions including The Bowes Museum, Raby Castle and Barnard Castle, the historic “Morritt” offers a warm northern welcome and comfortable surroundings. For many years the site of a Coaching Inn the Morritt continues to offer a good stopping point for those travelling the A66 or visiting this beatuiful region of Teesdale. 

A 26 bedroom hotel with traditional bar, featuring the famous Gilroy mural serves a good pint and hearty food. Our restaurant serves a seasonal menu and good traditional dishes, breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea. Our rooms offer comfort and a few extra amenities to make your stay extra special, all rooms have TV and Wifi access too. In the summer months our gardens offer a perfect oasis of calm to while away the afternoon.

The Garage Spa, is part of the Morritt, this can be booked as part of your stay with us, enjoy the facilites and some time to relax or indulge in a luxurious treatment to rejuvinate and revive.  

There is pleny of free onsite parking and good access to local walks directly from the hotel and the Morritt has dog friendly rooms, please advise us at the time of booking.

A great place for a mini break to discover the area or perfect for a one night stay to break your journey, whatever your reason to visit, we look forward to giving you a warm welcome.

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Arrival Date:
Tues , 1st July 2025
Departure Date:
Wed , 2nd July 2025
No. of Nights:
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Guide Prices

Number of Rooms / Units
26
Room / Unit TypeCapacityRoom / Unit Tariff*
Double Room2£105.00 per room (breakfast included)
Triple Room3£105.00 per room (breakfast included)
Twin Room1£105.00 per room (breakfast included)

*Single occupancy from £70

Gradings

  • 4 AA Stars
4 AA Stars

Awards

  • AAAA 2 Rosettes AA 2 Rosettes 2016
  • Regional and MiscellaneousTripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2015
  • Regional and MiscellaneousNorth East England Tourism Awards - Small Hotel of the Year Award - Gold North East England Tourism Awards - Small Hotel of the Year Award - Gold 2015
  • Regional and MiscellaneousDark Sky Friendly Durham Dark Sky Friendly Durham 2022
  • Regional and MiscellaneousWTTC Safe Travels WTTC Safe Travels 2021

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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

3.8 of 5 stars
1192 reviews
    • Service
      4.2 of 5 stars
    • Value
      4 of 5 stars
    • Cleanliness
      4.2 of 5 stars
    • Location
      4.5 of 5 stars
    • Excellent
      510
    • Very Good
      286
    • Average
      187
    • Poor
      115
    • Terrible
      94

    Recent Reviews:

    • Jennifer M
      Sunderland, United Kingdom
      17th Wedding Anniversary Stay
      4 of 5 stars
      Wednesday, 18th June 2025
      We stayed at the hotel for our 17th Wedding Anniversary and booked the Platinum Suite. We tend to stay at 4 Star Hotels and knew that when this hotel was privately owned it was rated as 4 Star. It... Read full review
    • slc1017
      Durham, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      Great deal on spa seekers for a hidden gem
      5 of 5 stars
      Tuesday, 24th June 2025
      Did the spa day at the garage spa and it was amazing value for money! Booked through spa seekers and felt like I got a right bargain! Staff were really attentive and helpful and there was only 2... Read full review
    • Kyle L
      Great homely hotel, I’ll be back.
      5 of 5 stars
      Thursday, 26th June 2025
      Brilliant homely hotel with very pleasant and helpful staff. The food was fantastic and a great stopover hotel as I was coming from London to Scotland. All the facilities you would expect ever wish... Read full review
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    Special Offers

    • Book Direct & Have a Drink on Us

      Book via our website and receive one complimentary drink per person*

      Find the best prices and offers when you book direct on our website.

      *Terms & Conditions apply.

      Accommodation - redeem this special offer between 30/08/2016 and 20/12/2030

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    Facilities

    Other

    • Open

    Bookable Product Facilities

    • Colour television in all bedrooms
    • Ground floor bedrooms available
    • Hairdryer in all bedrooms
    • Non smoking rooms available
    • Tea & coffee making facilities in all bedrooms
    • Telephone in all bedrooms

    Catering

    • Bar
    • Cater for vegetarians
    • Groups: Coach Group Coffee/Meal Stop
    • Serve breakfast
    • Serve evening meal
    • Serve lunch

    Children & Infants

    • Accept children (Minimum age) - 0
    • Cot
    • Highchair

    Leisure Facilities

    • Health/Fitness/ Beauty Facilities
    • Hot Tub
    • Sauna
    • Spa bath

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking

    Payment Methods

    • MasterCard accepted
    • Special group rates - Call email relax@themorritt.co.uk
    • Visa accepted

    Provider Facilities

    • Accept coach parties - Please email relax@themorritt.co.uk for rates and availability
    • Available for wedding receptions
    • Business facilities (eg. Fax/ modem)
    • Central heating throughout
    • Conference facilities
    • Event venue
    • Garden/patio for guests use
    • Ironing facilities
    • Licenced for civil marriages
    • Night porter
    • Pets accepted - Pets welcome in courtyard rooms (both upstairs). Charge of £10 per night.
    • Real log/coal fires

    Provider Features

    • Country house
    • In countryside
    • Of historic, literary or architectural interest
    • WiFi Available

    Target Markets

    • Aim to attract conferences and business meetings
    • Cyclists Welcome
    • Marketed as green/environmentally friendly - We have a recycle policy and encourage guests to assist in this.
    • Special provisions for cyclists - Cycle storage - please contact us prior to stay
    • Special provisions for lone female travellers - Parking by front door, restaurant table by the side or room service offered.
    • Special provisions for walkers - Special leaflet describing walks from our hotel, we can supply a guide. Prepare packed lunches.
    • Walkers Welcome

    Travel & Trade

    • Free accommodation for coach driver
    • Group discounts available
    • Packed lunches available
    • Room/unit allocations available
    • Wi-fi available

    Access Information

    Opening Times

    Open Christmas
    Open New Year
    2025 (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025)
    facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMorritt
    instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themorritt_barnardcastle/

    Map & Directions

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    Road Directions

    From A66 From Scotch Corner head west on A66 for 9 miles. Greta Bridge is on left.

    Public Transport Directions

    From Darlington - 15 milesTwenty minutes by taxi.

    Highlights...

    The Morritt Hotel near Barnard CastleGilroy's Restaurant at The Morritt Hotel & Garage Spa, Greta BridgeTraditionally a venue for fine dining, Gilroy's restaurant features the very best in local and continental produce and is open 7 days a week.

    The Garage SpaThe Garage Spa, Greta BridgeThe newly opened destination Garage Spa is set in an historic building, with all the luxury of a first class modern spa and situated in a beautiful area of Teesdale.

    A sign saying The Dickens BarDickens Bar and Bistro, Greta BridgeThe cosy and intimate Dickens Bar is a lovely place to enjoy a drink at The Morritt, whether a traditional cask ale or an aperitif before dinner.

    Wedding chairs set outsideWeddings at The Morritt Country House Hotel & Spa, Greta BridgeThe perfect venue for your special event. You’ve made one of the most important decisions of your life – to get married – and now you need to plan for your big day.

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