The Gables Hotel, Durham - Reviews & Ratings
Front Street, Haswell Plough, Durham, DH6 2EW
The Gables Hotel, Durham
A small family-run hotel with after dinner entertainment provided by the host. 5 miles east of Durham city, on the B1283 road at Haswell Plough. John ... more
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7/10 Overall rating
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| 6/10 | Your room |
| 6/10 | Working order of facilities / equipment |
| 8/10 | Order and cleanliness of the hotel |
| 6/10 | Performance of staff |
| 7/10 | Overall experience |
| 7/10 | Overall value for money |
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Anonymous ( Young couple)
on June 9, 2009
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Anonymous ( Group of adult friends)
on December 8, 2008
The Gables Hotel, Durham - Reviews & Ratings"It was the nearest we could find for an early start the next day. It sufficed and even though the beds were not the best, we slept. Car park treacherous in the Ice - completely untreated." (107438914)
Welcoming host. Very friendly.
Decor - shal I just say "Life on Mars" Food - evening meal good and plenty of it! Beakfast a bit iffy.
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Martin ( Group of adult friends)
from Watton , GB on October 7, 2008
The Gables Hotel, Durham - Reviews & Ratings"Enjoyable, friendly, efficient" (97184357)
A very friendly atmosphere; extremely courteous and friendly staff; excellent food (range, quality & quantity); clean well prepared room; good in room facilities eg coffee/tea making with biscuits & sweets; help from staff with plans for the following day; helpful staff in terms of an early departure
Central heating not working in the bedroom - didn't have a serious effect on our stay.
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Anonymous ( Same sex couple)
on October 1, 2008
The Gables Hotel, Durham - Reviews & Ratings"The visit was to see family not seen for a while - the hotel experience added to the family feel." (107142152)
Very friendly, welcoming staff. Excellent breakfast. Rooms good with tea/coffee available. Additional nice touches e.g. chocolate in room!
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Ray ( Mature couple)
from Birmingham , GB on July 29, 2008
The Gables Hotel, Durham - Reviews & Ratings"Fit for prpose" (107113038)
Bed was comfortable. Pleasent people
Hotel shower either hot or cold. Difficult to get constant temperature Quality of food at the hotel was good, but the white wine was served warm. Not offered desserts or coffee after the meal.
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on July 23, 2008
The Gables Hotel, Durham - Reviews & Ratings"not up the standard expected, a tired and shabby hotel passed it's sellby date." (97636220)
bed linen and towels were clean
bathroom water was a brownish colour, plumbing/shower and toilet poor, rooms were dusty and in some instances dirty, furniture was broken
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Colin ( Mature couple)
from Droitwich spa , GB on June 17, 2008
The Gables Hotel, Durham - Reviews & Ratings"We were made to feel very welcome and we would not hesitate in stopping here again." (97413547)
excellent staff, room very comfortable and clean, excellent breakfast, very good value for money.
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Edward ( Mature couple)
from Nr goole east yorkshire , GB on May 28, 2008
The Gables Hotel, Durham - Reviews & Ratings"We would not hesitate to return to this friendly hospitable Hotel and thoroughly enjoyed our stay." (97067602)
The Owners of the hotel were extremely friendly,and helpful. the food was excellent and the company wonderful
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Charles ( Mature couple)
from Doncaster , GB on November 17, 2007
The Gables Hotel, Durham - Reviews & Ratings"I enjoyed this fully, The landlord being very attentative. The whole stay I enjoyed thouroughly." (97404158)
It was hiomely, friendly, quiet family run hotel with a lovely atmosphere
Nothing, it was very fit for purpose and clean and tidy
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on September 27, 2007
The Gables Hotel, Durham - Reviews & Ratings"The true distance from Durham. The true star rating, if the hotel was nice clean & cosy." (97353533)
Food OK
Wiring on Electrical appliances joined with insulation tape, sink dropping off wall, general feeling of uncleanliness, too far from Durham - bus fare
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on July 4, 2007
The Gables Hotel, Durham - Reviews & Ratings"Very seedy, dated accommodation." (99957494)
Very noisy road - they really should instal double glazing. Over heated bar. No draught bitter during our stay. Take it or leave it breakfast fare.
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Sandra ( Other)
from Liverpool , GB on June 30, 2007
The Gables Hotel, Durham - Reviews & Ratings"very friendly hotel, would recommend" (99862045)
home from home would call and stay again
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Anonymous ( Young couple)
on June 27, 2007
The bedroom was not cleaned very well. The teapot provided in the room had mould growing in it. The front door lock was loose so the door could not be locked correctly.
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Jeremy ( Mature couple)
from Perth , AU on June 21, 2007
The hotel is situated on a main road, with easy access to car parking.
Access to the room was difficult with suitecases, as stairs were steep and narrow. The facilities were adequate, but the room smelt of dampness.There was no written breakfast menu. The hotel was not well kept.
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Anonymous ( Family with older children)
on May 31, 2007
friendly staff and locals
accommodation needs updating
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Margaret ( Solo leisure traveller)
from Kidderminster , GB on May 10, 2007
The Gables Hotel, Durham - Reviews & Ratings"Nice freindly atmosphere friendly people great service, worth every penny" (99254193)
clean and tidy, decor
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Anonymous ( Family with older children)
on May 9, 2007
small family run, cosy
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Deborah ( Mature couple)
from Blackpool , United Kingdom;GB on April 12, 2007
The Gables Hotel, Durham - Reviews & Ratings"owners very helpful and nice" (99354636)
it was very comfortable
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Josephine ( Mature couple)
from Kinross , United Kingdom;GB on March 29, 2007
The food was excellent and the owner extremely helpful and friendly
The room was small and cold on the first night
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Anonymous ( Solo leisure traveller)
on January 11, 2007
Convenience, no nonsense
Location
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Anonymous ( Solo business traveller)
on December 22, 2006
Food Excellent
Room very tired looking
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Ian ( Solo business traveller)
from Kings langley , United Kingdom;GB on December 12, 2006
friendly,and welcoming
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Joseph ( Mature couple)
from Inverurie , United kingdom;GB on November 22, 2006
The couple who own the Gables are friendly and have created a unique experience which makes everyone feel welcome and part of the community, no matter the length of stay. The owner is an excellent entertainer and knows how to deliver both jokes and magic tricks.
Plumbing
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Berit ( Mature couple)
from Gustavsberg , Sweden;SE on September 10, 2006
The Gables Hotel, Durham - Reviews & Ratings"We wanted to be quite close to the ferry terminal at North Shields. The hotel was clean and tidy. We had a nice dinner in the evening,for a reasonable prise. A good breakfast before leaving." (99707892)
Friendly atmosfere, and near to ferry terminal
Bit struggel with sticking doors, but not too bad
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William ( Mature couple)
from Ettington , United Kingdom;GB on August 14, 2006
The Gables Hotel, Durham - Reviews & Ratings"Satisfied with the accommodation and service provided. Breakfast and evening meals generous. However please note - no evening meals provided on Sunday evening. Locality convenient for Durham. Plenty of parking space." (3305047286)
Very good home cooked food provided. Friendly atmosphere. Overall far nicer than an anonymous hotel.
Room a little on the small side, however good value for money.
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Alfred ( Solo leisure traveller)
from Hertford , United Kingdom;GB on July 19, 2006
The Gables Hotel, Durham - Reviews & Ratings"Not much else to say, really. I neede a place to stay for one night, and it was fine." (3304991641)
Friendly atmosphere, ideal for overnight or weekend stay. Didn't try the evening meal, but smelled good.
Nothing, it was what I would expect for accomodation in this price range.
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on July 4, 2006
The Gables Hotel, Durham - Reviews & Ratings"THE GABLES HOTEL WAS PERFECTLY ADEQUATE, THE STAFF PLEASANT AND THE ACCOMMADATION CLEAN. WE ARRIVED EARLY EVEINING ,HAD A MEAL TILL LATE ELSEWHERE AND LEFT BEFORE BREAKFAST IN MORNING. DURING OUR VERY SHORT STAY WE FOUND THE HOTEL QUIET AND OK FOR OUR NEEDS. WE STAYED MIDWEEK" (3304390603)
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Janet ( Mature couple)
from Godalming , United Kingdom;GB on July 2, 2006
The Gables Hotel, Durham - Reviews & Ratings"If you are looking for overnight accommodation then this hotel is quite adequate. It's friendly and clean. Our room overlooked the road but it was not particularly noisy. The bar downstairs looked cosy but was empty when we were there. There is a car park behind the premises." (3304571640)
friendly, helpful owner
no ensuite facilities for our room. Very squeaky bedroom door!
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Anonymous ( Young couple)
on June 1, 2006
Freindly service, Room ok for price, easy to find.
On suit lackin, luke warm water from shower at any setting, bathroom tiles on floor loose and some cracked. but very clean and plenty towels
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on April 18, 2006
The Gables Hotel, Durham - Reviews & Ratings"I would have liked to have known whether the hotel was in a quiet location,The traffic was quite heavy from 6am onwards despite being on a B road" (3304499493)
location was useful for Durham and Beamish. The staff were informative as regards local events
the bar and lounge were smokey and in need of re- decoration
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Nicholas ( Solo business traveller)
from Sidcup , United Kingdom;GB on April 12, 2006
The Gables Hotel, Durham - Reviews & Ratings"It would have been helpful to know that most of the local taxi firms were unavailable at 8.45 onwards for school runs. A card representing local firms who could be contacted and able to provide a reliable service would be most helpful" (3304453128)
Room was clean, service was very good. Was impressed with the standard and volume of food.
Nothing
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on March 28, 2006
The Gables Hotel, Durham - Reviews & Ratings"It was all that was promised except the evening meal. This was unavailable due to the proprietor's wife being in hospital.The host gave us excellent information about where we could eat nearby and then he and his customers entertained us after our meal with local talk and information. This was not five star accomodation but clean, friendly, efficient, basic stuff, especially in the light of the host's situation at the time." (3304145309)
The situation was peaceful and near enough to the city. It was clean, friendly and the locals were amiable, giving us useful information.Parking was easy and plentiful.
It is under renovation at the moment and the lack of evening meals was down to the proprietor's wife being in hospital so I don't feel able to make constructive criticism here.
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on March 26, 2006
Smoky atmosphere in living quarters Food not well presented
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Rick ( Young couple)
from Woodford green , United Kingdom;GB on February 16, 2006
The Gables Hotel, Durham - Reviews & Ratings"The hotel is quite old fashioned and needs updating. The room was very small but it was adequate for our 1 night stay. The cooked breakfast was excellent. The hotel is in an ideal location to for those visiting durham - 20 mins by car." (3304133429)
The room was very comfortable and cosy
The pump toilet would put us off returning to the hotel.
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on January 21, 2006
it was near were we wanted to stay i would never stay there again
when staying 2 nights i would like my room cleaning on a daily basics i would like my bed making and the bins empitying
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Jonathon ( Family with young children)
from Matlock , United Kingdom;GB on December 21, 2005
The Gables Hotel, Durham - Reviews & Ratings"The Gables is in desperate need of updating. The bedrooms were clean but lots of peeling wallpaper, scuffed paint and threadbare carpets gave an overall appearence of been shabby and uncared for. The lock on bedroom 4 was very dodgy and we were told to waggle it to get it to work. The guest bathroom looked as if it had recently been updated, but sadly to a very poor standard. The toilet flush was loose and wouldn't flush adeqately, there were no blinds up at the window, so at night it lacked privacy and the door wouldn't shut properly. There was only one handle on the bathroom door which was held on by 3 screws and the lock was useless, first because the door wouldn't shut and secondly as there was nowhere to slide the bolt into. My Husband stood guard when I went for a bath! The price that is charged at the Gables does not reflect the standard of the rooms and facilities which is very poor. We expected basic rooms but were dissappointed with what we got." (2901440)
The rooms we had were clean, although very shabby, and the breakfast was good.
Desperately in need of some TLC in regards to decoration and facilities. A smile on the waitress's face would have been nice!!
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Anonymous ( Solo business traveller)
on December 20, 2005
The Gables Hotel, Durham - Reviews & Ratings"Very good value for both food and accomodation, hotel was having some improvements being made at the time of my stay but despite this the welcome was very good." (3304047990)
Clean,tidy and comfortable.
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Anonymous ( Group of work colleagues)
on November 14, 2005
Friendly staff
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Malcolm ( Other)
from Blackburn , United Kingdom;GB on November 8, 2005
The Gables Hotel, Durham - Reviews & Ratings"if i had been able to arrive earlier than 9.30pm and knew the location of another hotel i would not have stayed. The hotel is tatty and in need of some attention" (2911109)
nothing
sound proofing,window cleaning materials,update and decorate there rooms,take the bounce out of the floors.
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David ( Mature couple)
from Shipham , United Kingdom;GB on November 7, 2005
The Gables Hotel, Durham - Reviews & Ratings"Over the last 5 years we consider that we have become seasoned and experienced travellers having stayed in some 25-30 hotels of all standards; from small Guest Houses in the UK & small pensions in Italy and France through moderately sized hotels in the UK, Europe and North America to the large international hotels in New York and Canada. Whilst the latter group do not bear comparison , the first group are cetainly in tension with The Gables. Out of all the hotels we have stayed in, in terms of overall comfort and value for money, we would rate The gables firmly in the bottom two. The only other contender for bottom slot would be a pension in Venice, even this one boasted a chilled orange juice server. At The Gables the breakfast orange juice was waiting for us on the table when we arrived for breakfast, normally around 8:15-8:30, breakfast commenced at 7:30, the orange juice appeared to have been on the tables since 7:30, so was well warm when we arrived. The room contained a double bed, and had little space to move beyond the confines of it. The TV was adequate, and the provision of tea & coffee facilities welcome, albeit the kettle being of uncertain age. the landlord was at pains to point out that the toilet worked on a vacuum system and only bodily excretions should be deposited in it, and it needed a lot of water. In fact we had great difficulty in disposing of our bodily waste, added to which the noise of the vacuum must have carried through to the surrounding rooms. This made it an embaressment to us when we had to use it at night. In the end we resorted to leaving it unflushed. The sink also appeared to work through the vacuum, meanig that we could not even wash our hands or clean our teeth without the noise of the vacuum. the only saving grace in the bathroom was that it did indeed contain a bath in addition to the expected shower, and there was ample hot water." (2403443)
Plenty of hot water
Plumbing, presentation of breakfast, size of room, no smoking in bar next door to dining area.
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"Not particularly impressed with the hotel, which was in fairly poor condition overall. Clearly no improvements had been made in recent years" (107674311)
Staff were reasonably friendly, room was adequate size for overnight stay
Mattress was in extremely poor condition (like sleeping on porridge); the room was very cold; the lock to bedroom door did not function correctly