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The Old Well Inn

3.0 star property
Barnard Castle inn with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Dining
Free daily full breakfast
Garden
In the heart of the historical district, The Old Well Inn offers a warm welcome with full breakfast and WiFi. Unwind in the garden or enjoy a drink at the bar while appreciating helpful staff who have left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (4)

  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Meeting rooms
  • Garden
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
The current price is £85
includes taxes & fees
28 May - 29 May

Room options

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Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Double Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
21 The Bank, Barnard Castle, England, DL12 8PH

What's nearby

  • Barnard Castle - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Bowes Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Egglestone Abbey - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • The Garage Spa - 5 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Raby Castle - 13 min drive - 13.5 km

Getting around

  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 40 min drive
  • Bishop Auckland Station - 20 min drive
  • Shildon Station - 21 min drive
  • Darlington Station - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Babul’s - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Coach & Horses - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Redwell Inn - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Golden Lion - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Old Well Inn

When visiting Barnard Castle, The Old Well Inn is a great choice to consider. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travellers.

Languages

English, Hindi

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (2:00 PM - 5:30 PM)
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance

Facilities

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Special features

Dining

The Old Well Inn – On-site pub.
The Conservatory/ Lounge – This family restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open selected days.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-in between 6:00 PM and 10:30 PM can be arranged for an extra charge

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Old Well Barnard Castle
Old Well Inn
Old Well Inn Barnard Castle
Old Well Hotel Barnard Castle
Old Well Inn Barnard Castle, County Durham
The Old Well Inn Barnard Castle County Durham
The Old Well Inn Inn
The Old Well Inn Barnard Castle
The Old Well Inn Inn Barnard Castle

Frequently asked questions

Does The Old Well Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Old Well Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Old Well Inn?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. A pet fee will be charged. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Old Well Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at The Old Well Inn and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. The Old Well Inn also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Old Well Inn?

Yes, The Old Well Inn offers international cuisine.

What's the area around The Old Well Inn like?

The Old Well Inn is a short 6-minute walk from Barnard Castle and 8 minutes' walk from Bowes Museum.

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The Old Well Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Room
Bathroom
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Food
Bar
Spacious room

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, good, and outstanding with many guests praising the quality and freshness of the meals. (13 reviews)
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Reviews

6/10

Hotel very tired but clean. Nice bar and good Indian food. Very good breakfast , freshly cooked
1-night trip

10/10

Nice place. Room was good - quite a decent level of fixtures and fittings
1-night trip

8/10

Lovely hotel, food very tasty and plenty of it. Typical old hotel with creaky floors but also a creaky bed! Breakfast cooked fresh and excellent
1-night trip

8/10

Enjoyed our visit. Hotel is full of character. Bedroom was huge, clean and comfortable. Staff were friendly and the breakfasts good.
3-night trip

8/10

Staff very friendly Really nicely furnished Spacious room and bathroom Good location
2-night trip

10/10

Check in do easy . Wonderful staff , so friendly and attentive , went over and above to make our stay memorable . Excellent breakfast .
1-night trip

10/10

Lovey little quirky place. Spacious, comfortable and friendly atmosphere. Breakfast was outstanding. Will definitely stay again.
1-night trip

8/10

Staff are great, Indian chef is excellent. Location is great, we would stay again. Extremely good with dogs and good set up with a seperate area for families if they choose to use it.
2-night trip

10/10

The welcome we got was above kind,breakfast was amazing.
1-night trip

8/10

Great stay. It’s not quite within pub oven hours but didn’t bother me at all. Will stay again.
2-night trip

10/10

A lovely quirky pub room staff were friendly helpful breakfast freshly cooked and hot on service.
1-night trip

10/10

Very polite excellent service
2-night trip

10/10

Lovely accommodation in the centre of Barnard Castle. Massive room, friendly staff and very comfortable bed. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it
1-night trip

8/10

Very nice on the whole but facilities require attention. Very old building with lovely atmosphere. Dogs made very welcome. Interesting menu in the inn, had lovely spicy samosas then a naanza, which is a combination naan and pizza with a choice of toppings.
1-night trip

8/10

Lovely pub, rooms great only issue was that the bathroom requires some TLC.
2-night trip

8/10

Great stay. Thank you.
1-night trip

10/10

Lovely welcome, great breakfast, room was an excellent size as we had two dogs. There was no food available on the night of our stay but the staff recommended an alternative
1-night trip

8/10

Characterful old inn situated in the heart of a lovely northern market town. Spacious room with ensuite, and a large comfy bed. Lots of on road parking available.
1-night trip

6/10

Nice historic old pub near centre of town. The room was very spacious with a massive bathroom. However, I found the bed far too soft for me and uncomfortable. Breakfast was good. Overall reasonable value.
1-night trip

8/10

We were in a spacious, well-appointed room and bathroom. Dog-friendly, for an extra charge per dog. Excellent real ale; I loved the Timothy Taylors Landlord. Excellent Indian food, and breakfast. Friendly landlord. Recommended and would stay again!
1-night trip

8/10

A very characterful hotel. I loved the old traditional furniture in the room , it suits the old building . I think the bathroom could do with a kick of paint & the chair in the bathroom needs a very big clean !! Overall very pleasant .
1-night trip

10/10

Very welcoming Roy and his staff were lovely . The Old well is very old ,so quirky and unusual. The beds were very comfy and the bedding and towels were of excellent quality. Toiletries provided and the food was also excellent .Breakfast had local ingredients and was very good. We had the four poster room at the front and it was huge and well furnished . Will definitely be back
1-night trip

10/10

Quaint , old world look. clean. Friendly service.
1-night trip

8/10

Staff were helpful, no meals to be had as they stopped serving at 8:30pm on a quiet Friday night, however the helpful staff permitted us to buy Indian takeout and eat it in their restaurant space, even provided plates & cutlery. We stayed in room 4, the family room. Comfortable enough but tiny shower cut into what once would have been a cupboard. Functional but not luxury, good all round value for the price as included breakfast for 3!
1-night trip

10/10

Marvellous .We stayed there numerous times now Its old fashioned but it has all the amenities Bedrooms and bathrooms are huge The breakfasts are lovely. They cant do enough for you.I have intolerances which they catered for. The only downside is the breakfast is 9am and earlier, 10am would be brilliant but i will still go again without a doubt x
1-night trip