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Lumley Castle Hotel

Lumley Castle Hotel Review: Everything You Need to Know

Lumley Castle Hotel Is This the Best Place to Stay in Durham (GB)?

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Located within a convenient driving distance from Newcastle, Durham, and Sunderland, the stunning Lumley Castle has graced the County Durham landscape for over 630 years. Set amidst picturesque parklands with views of the River Wear and Durham County Cricket Ground, this castle stands as a Grade I listed testament to a storied era of chivalry and honor.

The hotel features 71 opulent and uniquely styled bedrooms, complete with elegant drapes, four-poster beds, exquisite baths, breathtaking views, and complimentary Wi-Fi internet access.

Experience dining at the newly renovated Knights Restaurant, which presents seasonal à la carte menus alongside an impressive selection of fine wines to enhance your meal (table reservations are recommended).

Savor a delightful afternoon tea, unwind in the also newly updated Library Bar, or opt for a private dining experience in an intimate setting. Lumley Castle proudly holds the title of the first and only historic site in the UK featuring its own Escape Room – Lily of Lumley – offering an engaging and exhilarating escape adventure.

The hotel is perfectly situated for exploring the North East of England and beyond, being just 11 miles south of Newcastle, 8.1 miles north of Durham, and 12 miles west of Sunderland.

Couples especially appreciate the location, giving it a score of 9.2 for a getaway designed for two.

Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
Bedroom :
1 double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 double bed
1 double bed

Facilities of Lumley Castle Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking

  • Non-smoking rooms

  • Restaurant

  • Free WiFi

  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper

  • Towels

  • Bath or shower

  • Private bathroom

  • Toilet

  • Free toiletries

  • Hairdryer

  • Bath

Bedroom

  • Linen

  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • View

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

  • Outdoor furniture

  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Live music/performance

    Additional charge

  • Themed dinner nights

    Additional charge

  • Golf course (within 3 km)

    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV

  • Satellite channels

  • Telephone

  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne

    Additional charge

  • Kid meals

    Additional charge

  • Special diet menus (on request)

  • Breakfast in the room

  • Bar

  • Restaurant

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Reception services

  • Invoice provided

  • Concierge service

  • Luggage storage

  • Express check-in/check-out

  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment and family services

  • Babysitting/child services

    Additional charge

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping

  • Trouser press

    Additional charge

  • Ironing service

    Additional charge

  • Laundry

    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying

    Additional charge

  • Meeting/banquet facilities

    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers

  • CCTV outside property

  • CCTV in common areas

  • Smoke alarms

  • 24-hour security

  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Shared lounge/TV area

  • Carpeted

  • Heating

  • Ironing facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms

  • Iron

  • Wake up service/Alarm clock

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
Lumley Castle Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out
From 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM

Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 1 year are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets
Pets are not allowed.

Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubMaestroCash

Important Details
Essential information for guests at this establishment

We would like to remind you that due to the limited number of tables at The Black Knight restaurant, we recommend making a reservation as early as possible.

The only pet-friendly accommodations at Lumley Castle Hotel are the Lumley Castle courtyard classic rooms. As there is a limited supply of pet-friendly options, please confirm with reservations prior to booking. Our pet-friendly offerings consist of 2 single rooms and 2 courtyard classics.

Kindly notify Lumley Castle Hotel in advance of your anticipated arrival time. You can utilize the Special Requests box when making your reservation or reach out to the property directly using the contact information provided in your confirmation.

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