8/10 Very good
If you're looking for somewhere special to stay with lots of character this will not disappoint. A hearty breakfast and friendly staff add that extra special touch.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
Lumley Castle Hotel
Historic hotel in Chester-le-Street with restaurant and bar/lounge
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Experience the charm of Lumley Castle Hotel, where historic elegance meets modern convenience. Stroll through the beautiful garden, get lost in a good book from the library, or stay connected with in-room WiFi and a business center. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
9.0
Wonderful
Popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Bar
- Laundry facilities
- 24/7 front desk
Main amenities (12)
- Daily housekeeping
- Restaurants and bar/lounge
- Breakfast available
- Room service
- Business centre
- Meeting rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Garden
- Library
- Front desk safe
- Self-serve laundry
- Concierge services
Feel at home (6)
- Garden
- Daily housekeeping
- Laundry facilities
- Lift
- Flat-screen TV
- Free self-parking
£64
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Why we love this property
Historic garden retreat
Step through time in the hotel's lush garden, where history unfolds with each path. This historic property offers a serene escape from modern chaos.
Delicious dining options
A restaurant serves delectable cooked-to-order breakfast while the bar offers evening refreshment. Culinary choices create memorable dining experiences.
Room options
Showing 10 of 10 rooms
Courtyard Classic Room
8.8Excellent
68 reviews
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
Courtyard Superior Room
8.8Excellent
15 reviews
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
Castle Classic Room
8.6Excellent
24 reviews
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
Castle Feature room
9.2Wonderful
17 reviews
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
Single Room
9.6Exceptional
9 reviews
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Single Bed
Courtyard Feature room
9.0Wonderful
8 reviews
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
Castle Twin Room
8.8Excellent
3 reviews
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Single Beds
The Bishops Suite
8.0Very good
1 review
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
The King James Suite
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
Queen Anne Suite
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
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About the area
Ropery Lane, Chester-le-Street, England, DH3 4NX
What's nearby
- Lumley Castle - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Chester-Le-Street Leisure Centre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Durham Castle - 11 min drive - 15.6 km
- Durham Cathedral - 11 min drive - 16.0 km
- Durham University - 12 min drive - 16.3 km
Getting around
- Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.) - 41 min drive
- Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 57 min drive
- St. Peter's Station - 16 min drive
- Blaydon Station - 17 min drive
- Chester-le-Street Station - 25 min walk
Restaurants
- That Crafty Brew Micropub & Bottle Shop - 4 min drive
- The Wicket Gate (Wetherspoon) - 3 min drive
- G W Horners - 4 min drive
- The Butcher's Arms - 4 min drive
- The Lambton Arms Hotel - 3 min drive
About this property
Lumley Castle Hotel
When visiting Chester-le-Street, Lumley Castle Hotel is a great choice to consider. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.
At a glance
Hotel size
- 73 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
- Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
- Contactless check-in and check-out are available
- Minimum check-in age – 18
- Check-out time is 11 AM
- Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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
Pets
- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome
Internet
- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
- Free on-site self-parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
- Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
- Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
- Restaurant
- Bar/lounge
- Room service (limited hours)
Working away
- Business centre
- Meeting rooms
Services
- 24-hour front desk
- Concierge services
- Tour/ticket assistance
- Laundry facilities
- Luggage storage
Facilities
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Garden
- Picnic area
- Library
- Banquet hall
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible
- Lift
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
- Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
- Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
- Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Room amenities
Be entertained
- Flat-screen television
Home comfort
- Heating
- Electric kettle
- Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
- Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
- Shower/bath combination
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Towels
Stay connected
- Free WiFi
- Phone
More
- Daily housekeeping
- In-room safe
Fees & policies
Optional extras
- Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 23.95 for adults and GBP 12.00 for children
Renovations and closures
This property is closed from 4 September 2026 to 6 September 2026 (dates subject to change).
Children & extra beds
- Rollaway beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard
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.
Also known as
Lumley Castle Hotel
Lumley Castle Hotel Chester-le-Street
Lumley Chester-le-Street
Lumley Castle Chester-le-Street
Lumley Castle
Lumley Castle Hotel Hotel
Lumley Castle Hotel Chester-le-Street
Lumley Castle Hotel Hotel Chester-le-Street
Frequently asked questions
Is Lumley Castle Hotel currently open?
This property is closed from 4 September 2026 to 6 September 2026 (dates subject to change).
Does Lumley Castle Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Lumley Castle Hotel 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 Lumley Castle Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Lumley Castle Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Lumley Castle Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Lumley Castle Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Genting Casino Newcastle (15-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Lumley Castle Hotel and nearby?
Lumley Castle Hotel has a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Lumley Castle Hotel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around Lumley Castle Hotel like?
Lumley Castle Hotel is located a short 1-minute walk from Lumley Castle.
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Lumley Castle Hotel Reviews
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9.0
Cleanliness
8.8
Amenities
9.2
Staff & service
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
- Breakfast was excellent with a great choice of options and hot food cooked to order. (73 reviews)
- The restaurant offered excellent food, great service, and a lovely atmosphere in a beautifully decorated setting. (15 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.Popular mentions
RoomService staffBreakfastFoodRestaurantBedHistoryLobbyLocationBar10/10 Exceptional
The room was lovely and clean, the staff are very friendly. The breakfast was amazing
Beverley
Beverley, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Great little break and stopping in a bit of British history was an experience
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
All staff very friendly Food in bar was very good
James
James, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Beautiful place to stay, clean & an excellent breakfast.
Steph
Steph, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great hotel, unique building with good food and drink, brilliant quality all round, will look forward to booking again!
Tom
Tom, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Free parking
Patricia
Patricia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Our third visit, we love it here.
Had a nice meal in the bar, love the relaxed feel of the hotel.
We will be back
Patricia
Patricia, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Good location. Friendly professional staff.
My room was upgraded on arrival which was nice and the breakfast was served very quickly. I would stay again
Adam
Adam, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Excellent location, staff excellent, breakfast excellent.
Ashley
Ashley, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
The castle was absolutely stunning. The bedroom was lovely and cosy and clean. The food in the restaurant was beautiful and to top it all off the staff were all lovely. Would highly recommend
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
The place is fantastic. Such a rich history and you can walk it, touch it, live it for the duration of your stay. We upgraded to the Queen Anne Suite at check in and wow, what a brilliant decision that was. Need to mention every single member of staff as being a credit to the place too. We will be back. Thank you
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
The room was wonderful and the staff was excellent
Jackie
Jackie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
always a fantastic experience
L
L, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
The staff were helpful, courteous and smiling.
The setting is beautiful, even in the rain.
There was plenty of hot water, though the bathroom itself was cold.
It was a lovely stay, and I will recommend it to friends.
Janet
Janet, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Everything was wonderful from start to finish! The dinner in the main restaurant was excellent, as was the breakfast. We like that our hot food at breakfast was cooked to order, so it came hot! There was also a great choice of yogurts, fruit and croissants. The staff were very courteous. Our room, though small, had everything we needed.
The staff wer
Barry
Barry, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Staff were lovely, especially in the bar staff
Lou
Lou, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Everything was lovely. I enjoyed dinner and breakfast. Good options. Room homely and comfy.
Margaret
Margaret, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nice traditional feel, staff were wonderful, breakfast was fabulous!
Kevin
Kevin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Top class care, food was spot on, will be back in the New Year
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Warm welcome, cosy bar with open fire. Comfortable bed, clean room hot water in shower and generous breakfast. Great value. Planning to return
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 dining options in the evening, the library or the main dining room, great menu choices, and friendly staff throughout the building. The rooms are really cool and very inviting, plenty of parking on site and the breakfast was very nice with plenty of choice.
Darren
Darren, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Very pleasant stay, excellent food
Maria
Maria, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
unique hotel in a proper castle, comfortable room in courtyard. Staff friendly and efficient. Only problem unable to book restaurant for dinner before 9.45, when we arrived had to make do with limited menu in bar.
Daniel
Daniel, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Wonderful property, friendly staff and lovely food
Darren
Darren, 1-night trip
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