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Lumley Castle Hotel

4.0 star property
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.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
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
The current price is £72
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun

Why we love this property

Delicious dining options
A restaurant serves delectable cooked-to-order breakfast while the bar offers evening refreshment. Culinary choices create memorable dining experiences.
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.

Room options

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Courtyard Classic Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Courtyard Classic Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(73 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Courtyard Superior Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Courtyard Superior Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Castle Classic Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Castle Feature room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Castle Feature room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Single Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Courtyard Feature room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Courtyard Feature room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Castle Twin Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Castle Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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The Bishops Suite | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

The Bishops Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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The King James Suite | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

The King James Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Queen Anne Suite | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Anne Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Map
Ropery Lane, Chester-le-Street, England, DH3 4NX

What's nearby

  • Lumley Castle - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Chester-Le-Street Leisure Centre - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Durham University - 14 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Durham Cathedral - 15 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Durham Castle - 15 min drive - 15.2 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

  • Lumley Castle Hotel puts you within a 15-minute drive of Beamish Open Air Museum and Durham University. 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

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Hotel size

    • 73 rooms
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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
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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
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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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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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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

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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Reviews

Lumley Castle Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, excellent, and plentiful with a good choice of hot and continental options. (96 reviews)
  • The WiFi was good and reliable, with one guest noting it was excellent. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A castle stay, this is perfect, good food. Beautiful bedrooms, lovely staff and fantastic building. I have been 6 times and I will go again, love the castle
Jacqueline, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Quirky venue, traditional castle, nice food and friendly staff
Nigel, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A lovely atmosphere quiet and comfortable
Allan, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Enjoyed our stay in a hotel with loads of character being a castle. Everyone really friendly.
Alfred, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very good friendly staff , plenty of gluten free options also at the restaurant .. they did gluten free toast for us each morning .. Rooms were super comfy and large .. wet nice facilities .. and has amazing views from certain spots overlooking the town..
Trevor-John, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I enjoyed a very pleasant stay at this hotel. The setting is really nice, offering a calm and welcoming atmosphere throughout. The staff were all extremely friendly and helpful. Breakfast was particularly impressive, with an excellent selection across both the continental and cooked options, all of which tasted great. While certain aspects of the room showed minor signs of age, it was very clean and well maintained, ensuring a comfortable stay. Overall, this is a charming hotel with attentive service and high‑quality dining.
Mark, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay at a lovely hotel. The breakfast was delicious; there was a good choice of hot breakfasts and the continental selection is excellent. The staff throughout the hotel are lovely and nothing is too much trouble. The rooms are spacious, clean and well supplied with everything you need.
Bernadette, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely beautiful, went beyond and more to do anything for you. Definitely we will be staying there again. Absolutely beautiful hotel from the view to staff and food.
Mary, 1-night trip
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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, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was lovely and clean, the staff are very friendly. The breakfast was amazing
Beverley, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic hotel to stay in staff extremely helpful. Rooms quiet and clean. Breakfast was delicious Overall I would definitely recommend it
Jeff, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was spotlessly clean (apart from some mould on the shower strip). Comfortable room and plenty of space, nice and quiet. Only gripe is the room was very hot, a small fan was provided in the room but had little effect. Breakfast was very good, the continental was plentiful and the got breakfast was cooked well. Didn't eat in the dining room but the bar staff where we had drinks were all very nice. Lovely building to explore.
Jane, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great little break and stopping in a bit of British history was an experience
Paul, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place to stay, clean & an excellent breakfast.
Steph, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Had a fantastic 3 night stay at lumley castle, the decor and character of the hotel were beautiful. All staff were pleasant and polite. Breakfast was lovely and made to order. We had a courtyard room which was lovely. Beds were comfy.
Charlene, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I love Lumley Castle. It has so much character, the rooms are lovely and I could cozy up in the Library Bar for hours. The staff are wonderful and it’s always a treat to stay here. Highly recommended.
Melinda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent staff. Superb dinner. Comfortable clean room.Excellent value for money.
Richard, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel, unique building with good food and drink, brilliant quality all round, will look forward to booking again!
Tom, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, lovely grounds
Nesrine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel with an amazing old world feel. Our room was decorated/furnished in keeping with the castle and was very clean and comfotable. Wandering through the castle and court yard is highly recommended to soak up the whole atmosphere. An added bonus for me was to meet Lady Poppet - Lumley Castle's resident cat ❤️ She and the staff were all very welcoming and helpful.
Margaret, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Staff were great and the venue lovely.
Karina, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel check in fast great food choice and taste
Dylan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

This was a lovely, clean hotel and the building is gorgeous with a lot of atmosphere. The bar staff were particularly friendly and they served amazing cocktails. The breakfast was very good too!
Mary, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Excellent location, staff excellent, breakfast excellent.
Ashley, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Hotel was amazing, food was great, staff were friendly. If room was ready at 3pm to check in, I woukd give 5 stars.
Diana, 1-night trip