Locomotion Hotel, a railway-themed pub inn in Eaglescliffe
Locomotion Hotel is a traditional two-star pub inn on Station Road in Eaglescliffe, Stockton-on-Tees, a short walk from the railway station. It has simple en-suite rooms, a bar and restaurant, and free parking. I would pick it for budget stays and work trips, not for a romantic break.
Written by Valeria Romano
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Where Locomotion Hotel is and how to get there
Locomotion Hotel stands at 6 Station Road in Eaglescliffe, near Stockton-on-Tees. The railway station is only about 150 yards away, which is the main reason people pick it. By car, the A66 and the A19 are easy to reach, and Teesside International Airport is within easy reach too.
It is a base for Teesside rather than a destination in itself. Guests mention that Yarm, with its High Street, is a few minutes down the road, and that there is a deli across from the hotel. Free private parking on site is a real plus if you arrive by car.
What the rooms and the pub are like
This is a two-star inn, so think compact and practical. Rooms have an ensuite shower room, free Wi-Fi, a TV, a wardrobe and a kettle with tea and coffee. The rooms are smoke-free. Do not expect a big hotel lobby or a spa.
On the ground floor there is a bar and a dining room, plus outdoor seating for good weather. One guest describes the old lounge bar as a restaurant called Framboisette, with a pleasant lounge at the front and the dining area at the back. A reviewer who stayed in a room above the pub found it clean, tidy and quiet.
The theme is railways, and a couple of guests like that old-world feel. If you like a pub with character, this fits. If you want a modern chain-hotel look, it will not.
What guests say about Locomotion Hotel
On Google the hotel has 4.1 out of 5 from 141 opinions. The reviews are a mix, and most of the praise is for the food and the people rather than for the rooms.
- The owner and staff. Several guests describe friendly, helpful service, and one business traveller says the owner sorted out anything he needed quickly.
- The food. Many reviewers praise the menu, good value and generous portions, with Sunday roasts getting a lot of mentions. Children and dogs are welcome in the pub.
- The location. A short walk from the train station and a few minutes from Yarm are repeated highlights.
Guests who stayed also talk about value for money, a quiet room and an en-suite bathroom, which is more than you might expect from a pub with rooms.
What to know before you book
There are drawbacks, and I would rather you read them here than find them on arrival. A couple of Tripadvisor reviews are very harsh about the rooms, one calling the place a hovel and another telling people to avoid it. They are older reviews, but they show that the experience is not the same for everyone.
| What works | What to know |
|---|---|
| Short walk to the railway station | Room only, with no breakfast included |
| Free private parking | Some guests found the rooms poor |
| Bar, restaurant and garden seating | The rooms are above a pub |
| Dogs welcome | One diner found a Sunday lunch disappointing |
My advice is to ask for a room away from the bar if you are a light sleeper, and to check what is included before you pay. There is no breakfast, though the deli opposite was open for one guest.
Who Locomotion Hotel suits best
I would choose Locomotion Hotel for a short work trip, a night near the train, or a budget stay in Teesside with a dog. It also works well for a family meal in the pub, since several reviewers call it good value.
I would not choose it for a romantic weekend or if you need a very quiet, polished room. If you want to compare with other places in England, you could also look at The Wheatsheaf Hotel in Corbridge or Hatters Hotel in Skegness.
What to do around Eaglescliffe
For a day out, Yarm has its High Street and riverside, and Preston Park Museum and Grounds is nearby. Eaglescliffe Golf Club is close for golfers, and the Middlesbrough Transporter Bridge is within reach by car. These are suggestions based on the area, not services of the hotel.
If you are travelling for business in Stockton-on-Tees, the easy road links and the train station make Locomotion Hotel a practical, no-fuss option.
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