Title: The Locomotion Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Locomotion Hotel The Locomotion Hotel invites travelers to challenge friends to a game of pool or showcase their vocal talents during popular karaoke nights ## Photo gallery for The Locomotion Hotel ![Exterior - The Locomotion Hotel (Stockton-on-Tees)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6470000/6469300/6469238/0dc0a6aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property) - The Locomotion Hotel (Stockton-on-Tees)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6470000/6469300/6469238/3de9aca6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom - The Locomotion Hotel (Stockton-on-Tees)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6470000/6469300/6469238/f6359bbf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - The Locomotion Hotel (Stockton-on-Tees)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6470000/6469300/6469238/090d335a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Locomotion Hotel (Stockton-on-Tees)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6470000/6469300/6469238/2ee350bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Locomotion Hotel offers a welcoming atmosphere with convenient WiFi, a well-stocked bar, and an on-site restaurant. Guests enjoy the friendly environment, billiards matches, and lively karaoke sessions that have become a highlight for visitors. ## Reviews 6.6 ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Bar £54 includes taxes & fees 16 Jan - 17 Jan ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 15 - Jan 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=6469238&PinnedHotelID=6469238&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=6469238&PinnedHotelID=6469238&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 16 - Jan 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-17&selected=6469238&PinnedHotelID=6469238&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-17&selected=6469238&PinnedHotelID=6469238&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=6469238&PinnedHotelID=6469238&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=6469238&PinnedHotelID=6469238&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=6469238&PinnedHotelID=6469238&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=6469238&PinnedHotelID=6469238&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed Showing 2 of 2 rooms ### View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite ![Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6470000/6469300/6469238/f6359bbf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Ensuite ### Highlights Heating Separate bedroom Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Pet friendly Wardrobe - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Single Room, Ensuite ![Single Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6470000/6469300/6469238/a3c29699.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room, Ensuite ### Highlights Heating Separate bedroom Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Pet friendly Wardrobe - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Stockton-on-Tees travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stockton-On-Tees.dx5700) [View more Inns in Stockton-on-Tees](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stockton-On-Tees-Inns.d5700-aaInns.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.52950%2C-1.34831&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jW0X33hpdQmElZ7aX3RuFANfLXw=) 6A Station Road, Stockton-on-Tees, England, TS16 0BU ### What's nearby - Preston Park \- 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Butterfly World \- 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - North York Moors National Park \- 23 min drive \- 15.5 miles - Durham University \- 34 min drive \- 27.2 miles - Whitby Harbour \- 55 min drive \- 43.6 miles ### Getting around - Stockton-on-Tees Eaglescliffe Station - 1 min walk - Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 15 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Eagle - ‬3 min drive - ‪Figaro Pizzeria - ‬4 min drive - ‪Pot And Glass - ‬4 min drive - ‪Manjaros - ‬6 min drive ## About this property ### The Locomotion Hotel Property highlights The Locomotion Hotel provides amenities, such as a bar and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. Other perks at this inn include: - Free self-parking - Breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free property and karaoke - A billiards/pool table More conveniences in all rooms include: - Electric kettles and heating ## Similar properties ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9250000/9249300/9249217/cacb15d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dun Cow Inn Stockton-on-Tees - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Tennis court 8.8 Excellent 225 reviews £78 includes taxes & fees 23 Jan - 24 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=9249217&PinnedHotelID=9249217&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32050000/32041000/32040937/ad4fb244.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Old Mill Durham - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 9.4 Exceptional 336 reviews £82 includes taxes & fees 8 Feb - 9 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=32040937&PinnedHotelID=32040937&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90080000/90077200/90077116/e2b15434.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Park Head Hotel Bishop Auckland - 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Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - Breakfast available for a fee - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - Karaoke ### Guest services - No housekeeping service ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Private bathroom ### Food and drink - Electric kettle ### More - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability ### Check-out Check-out before 12:00 PM ### Special check-in instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Sportsman Hotel Stockton-on-Tees Sportsman Stockton-on-Tees The Locomotion Hotel Inn The Locomotion Hotel Stockton-on-Tees The Locomotion Hotel Inn Stockton-on-Tees ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Locomotion Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Locomotion Hotel? ### How much is parking at The Locomotion Hotel? ### What time is check-in at The Locomotion Hotel? ### What time is check-out at The Locomotion Hotel? ### Where is The Locomotion Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Locomotion Hotel Reviews 6.6 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 6.6 Cleanliness ### 6.8 Location ### 7.2 Staff & service ### 5.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 16 8 - Good 32 6 - Okay 25 4 - Poor 11 2 - Terrible 16 ## Reviews ### 6/10 Okay #### Martin 24 Aug 2025 Liked: Staff & service Acceptable considering daily rate when compared to other hotels ##### Martin Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lachlan 14 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities A very good country pub, good food and a very restful overnight stay. Highly recommended. ##### Lachlan Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Chris 7 Oct 2025 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Basic accommodation The accommodation was basic, there was no chair in the room and only one light switch was put on all the lights. A bit cold in the night. The chef was on holiday so no food was available. Very handy for the station. ##### Chris Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Stephen 21 Oct 2025 Liked: Staff & service Clean room just no toilet rolls ##### Stephen Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Timothy 24 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort A simple room with on sweet toylet and shower quiet relaxing space ##### Timothy Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Kelly 20 Jul 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities I have stayed before in this place - just on this occasion very slow to get in my room and no towels and it was dirty this time . I would stay again though ##### Kelly Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Gordon 30 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Basic but good value Basic but clean and tidy and good vslue for money ##### Gordon Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 14 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A good place to stay This is above a pub 2 minutes from the station. Eaglescliffe is a nice place to stay though there isn't much around the station to look at. The hotel is a bit basic but clean and good value for money. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Kelly 6 Apr 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Get what you pay for The hotel was fine for what was paid for , it’s a busy pub and nice restaurant and feels like the rooms are an after thought not really the focus of the business . The staff were polite , the area was nice with amenities nearby . I would stay again ##### Kelly Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Keith 8 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Very nice location Very nice location. Nice pub over the road as well as the location being a pub. ##### Keith Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony 6 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### The locomotive Me and my partner stayed for the weekend and enjoyed the hotel which was very spacious and the bed was comfy. The food in the pub was also amazing and would definitely book again ##### Anthony Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Malcolm 10 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very convenient for the station, basic but fine for my needs, just needed to get my head down ready for a meeting in the morning ##### Malcolm Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Benjamin 25 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice hidden gem The room was spatious, clean and had all the basic amenities. I was pleasantly surprised considering the price and I'd definately stay again when I'm in the area. Food in the pub was also smashing, decently priced homemade food and you get a generous serving. Service was quick and staff friendly. ##### Benjamin Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 4 Mar 2025 Liked: Staff & service Room, kettle need cleaning . Get rid of flies in room ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 6 Mar 2025 Disliked: Staff & service #### Basic backstreet boozer. The TV did not work and staff unable to fix. The pub was very basic and did not sell real ale, so I watched TV in the pub without a drink! Rooms adequate but single bed very short for the taller person. Not much in the vicinity, unless you go into Stockton. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Heleb 5 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Great having private access to the rooms, however the stairs are very steep. The room had everything I needed for my short stay but it does feel a little unloved. I will be back. ##### Heleb Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Adrian 16 Feb 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Ive stayed in some cheap hotels before. But this hotel is probably worst I’ve ever stayed in. There is too many bad things to list. ##### Adrian Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Nick 16 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Solid comfy stay , could do with an update . Lady doing check in was lovely , super friendly and helpful . Couple of issues resolved quickly after a few laughs . TV positioning and size bizarre . Would recommend displaying WIFI login details in the rooms in future . Room needs a bin , not just a bathroom bin . Good close parking, big spacious room with a nice comfy sofa . Lots of potential in room , but in need of updating . ##### Nick Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### JASON 23 Dec 2024 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The electrics felt like i was going to rip them out of the wall as they were not secured in correctly. there were huge cobwebs and dust gathered quite a few places. The shower had a broken hose. The flap to the chimney bangs every time it is slightly windy so don't bother getting any sleep!! Where can i add photos? ##### JASON Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Kevin 26 Jun 2025 #### Too hot to sleep. When we first arrived in our room, the stands and some of the floor were covered in bird feces. The girl from the bar came up and cleaned the areas, then I wiped them down with an antibacterial cloth. The room was hot and stuffy, though the window had been open, which is how the pigeons got in. There was no fan available to move any of the semi cool air from outside into the room, nor was there any air moving, so the room remained hot and stuffy all night. There wasn't even a fan in the bathroom! The TV did not work, we could get sound, at times, but no picture. We did get internet. There was a store across the road. The room was spacious and "clean". I'm not sure if the bed was comfortable, as we didn't sleep well, if at all due to the extreme heat and stuffiness of the room. ##### Kevin Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### John 25 Aug 2024 Liked: Staff & service Shower not working ##### John Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### David 5 Feb 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Disappointed One of the worst places ive stayed, i waa looking for a base to work from when ive got jobs in the area. Checking in was easy and so was the parking. As soon as i went through the main door of the accommodation part i knew it was going to be bad. No working tv. Foisty smell. Lights not working properly. Very dated and dirty bed covers. I ended up sleeping with my clothes on on top of the quilt. There are much better places locally. ##### David Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 16 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Unpleasant The cleaner clearly makes a superb effort to make a silk purse from a sow's ear. It was dusted and vacuumed BUT the place stank of cigarette smoke and felt very grubby. Even the key fob smelled. The windows and sills needed attention, the shower needed a good mould spray and the entrance to the 'hotel' was miserable. In the photographs I saw pleasant pine furniture and a bright white duvet cover. I got MDF type furniture and dark green sheets. It was very masculine circa 1970\. The ONLY light switch was a piece of grubby string, yeuk! A bedside lamp would have been useful as would some shower wash. It costs very little money or effort to brighten up a dingy room to make it welcoming. This place missed the mark by a mile. Never again. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### LIAM 26 May 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Terrible. Should not be offered as a hotel 🌟 Locomotive Hotel Review - A Journey into the Abyss 🌟 Having just completed a 6-hour pilgrimage from Essex to the promised lands of Eaglescliffe, I've discovered what can only be described as Fawlty Towers' unsuccessful younger brother. The Locomotive Hotel is, quite frankly, a masterclass in how to disappoint guests while simultaneously making Premier Inn look like The Ritz. For the bargain price of £40, you too can experience what I can only assume is a social experiment gone wrong. The room comes complete with three different types of wallpaper (clearly inspired by the BBC's Changing Rooms circa 1998) all unified under a hastily applied coat of magnolia - because nothing says "we care" quite like paint that matches your nan's living room. The bed appears to have been made by someone fleeing a crime scene, while the TV is so small I initially mistook it for a calculator. There's a desk without a chair - perhaps it's art installation commenting on the futility of work? Or maybe the chair is simply having a gap year finding itself in Ibiza. The bathroom features a creative wall installation where previous guests have contributed to a collaborative art piece involving toilet paper and a hole in the wall. There's also a deceased fly stuck to the window - I've named him Geoffrey and we've become quite close. The room's piece de resistance is the kicked-in door that's been "repaired" with ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/42c4277c-19ae-4c1a-b56b-93752c9fe37b-1748256082731.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/b931a961-b3e6-4fc9-af24-f8bb207b5eba-1748256082457.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/32effa21-033b-4afd-8932-30d1461e8107-1748256080879.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/95bc8763-493b-4c2a-9c75-47ef67f5085c-1748256081700.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### LIAM Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Ewan 24 Mar 2022 Liked: Staff & service Light in room not working, TV not working. 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