We have created a list with the best luxury hotels in Northumberland, UK. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Sara Lind & Adam Larsen. Updated January 2024.
Very stylish. Unique. Superb interior design. Popular among couples. Situated in Beadnell, 1.1 km from Beadnell Beach, Beadnell Towers Hotel features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. Guests can have a drink at the bar. At the hotel, the rooms include a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Beadnell Towers Hotel also boast free WiFi, while certain rooms are equipped with a sea view. At the accommodation rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. Bamburgh Castle is 8.7 km from Beadnell Towers Hotel, while Alnwick Castle is 22 km from the property. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 69 km from the hotel.Show full description
Beadnell Towers Hotel is a charming inn in Beadnell, Northumberland. It stands out for its rustic restaurant and bar, serving tasty local cuisine. The rooms are cozy and designed in a simple style.
Elegant. Beautiful. Great views. In the heart of Northumberland, Matfen Hall Country Hotel, Spa and Golf Estate is a true escape to a luxurious world. Rich in heritage, atmosphere and space, Matfen Hall provides a 5-star unequalled paradise to stay, spa and golf in. The hotel boasts 65 luxurious bedrooms, all individually designed with a modern twist on tradition and decorated with bespoke furniture provided by local craftsmen, and with magnificent views of the surroundings. Take advantage of our Chauffeur service (complimentary in Luxury Rooms and Luxury Suites), visit The Wine Cellar or indulge in a bottle of Laurent Perrier Champagne – allow yourself to Make it Matfen. Set in over 300 acres of unique parkland, this is a place for couples to relax, families to explore and friends to enjoy. With 5 dining areas, there is truly an option for every mood. Cloisters Restaurant and Bar serves breakfast, followed by an all-day menu with a grill and seafood theme, underneath a glass roof allowing for a view of the Great Hall’s stained-glass windows. Emerald Restaurant is Matfen Hall’s fine dining offering, open each evening, and for Sunday Lunch too, allowing you to indulge whilst overlooking the vast Northumberland parkland. The Orangery is a dedicated tea lounge, serving a beautiful Afternoon Tea prepared daily by our award-winning pastry chef, alongside a selection of loose-leaf Newby teas. Needham is open daily for drinks and sandwiches, whilst Keepers is the golf clubhouse, where golfers and guests alike can enjoy a gastro-pub style meal. A sanctuary of tranquillity, The Retreat invites you to indulge each one of your senses in a harmonious experience that transports you to a state of total wellbeing. Indulge in Treatments and Rituals tailored to your mind, body and spirit by our Natura Bissē and Germaine de Capuccini specialist therapists, or simply relax and enjoy our pool, jacuzzi, and thermal suites. 27 holes of championship-level golf are available to play, with a course as beautiful as the stunning scenery surrounding it. And, because golf has been at the very heart of Matfen Hall for almost 30 years, there is also a Par-3 short course, a golf academy, a driving range and a purpose-built clubhouse to make sure our Hotel guests, visitors and members have the complete golfing experience. As well as dining, spa, and golf, a range of additions can be made to make your experience at Matfen Hall extra special.Show full description
Delightful property. Hip. Great interior design. Popular among couples.Opened July 2020. Situated in Chathill, 1.7 km from Beadnell Beach, Newton Hall features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a bar. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage space. The property is non-smoking and is located 14 km from Bamburgh Castle. Certain rooms come with a kitchenette with a fridge, a microwave and a toaster. A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast is available each morning at the property. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at the hotel. Alnwick Castle is 15 km from Newton Hall, while Lindisfarne Castle is 41 km from the property. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 62 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Newton Hall is a beautiful hotel in High Newton-by-the-Sea, Alnwick. It is known for its elegant rooms and picturesque surroundings. The hotel has a charming pub and a distinctive mix of Italian, retro, Oriental, and colonial styles.
Charming. Lovely property. Lovely interior design. Set in Otterburn, William De Percy offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a bar and a garden. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel features family rooms. The units come with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kettle, a shower, a hairdryer and a desk. At the hotel every room includes a wardrobe and a private bathroom. Guests at William De Percy can enjoy a Full English/Irish breakfast. The accommodation offers a terrace. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 43 km from William De Percy.Show full description
I think this is one of the most CHARMING boutique hotels in Northumberland.
Historic property. Unique. Great views. This magnificent 14th-century castle is set in a 12-acre woodland estate. Many rooms have luxury features such as four-poster beds, or a window seat set in the old stone walls, looking out over the beautiful grounds. Enjoy a candlelit dinner in Josephine’s Restaurant, awarded 2 AA Rosettes for its fine food. It offers regional produce, seasonal fish and local game. You can also have a drink in the superb drawing room, with stained-glass windows and a log fire. The award-winning Langley Castle was built in 1350, during the reign of Edward III. It has 7-foot thick walls, and far-reaching views over the Northumbrian Valley. Wi-Fi is free throughout the building, and parking is free on site. Langley Castle is perfect for discovering Hadrian’s Wall, just 5 miles from the building. Newcastle city centre can be reached in less than 40 minutes’ drive.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most historic, unique and authentic luxury hotel in Northumberland. Soooo nice!
Great views. Good breakfast. Popular among couples. England's most northerly hotel, just 300 yards from the Scottish Border, the Marshall Meadows Manor House is set in 15 acres woodland gardens and boasts sea views and good food. Marshall Meadows Manor House is only 1 mile from Berwick-upon-Tweed, with its Elizabethan walls and its mainline railway station. The Berwickshire Coastal Path runs by the end of the hotel's grounds. Each room has a bathroom with a walk in showers. Other features include tea/coffee and ironing facilities. The restaurant has 2 levels, a wood-panelled mezzanine floor a ground floor with a high ceiling. Using fresh local ingredients, Restaurant 1782 offers seasonal menus to bring you the best culinary delights Northumberland and the Scottish Borders can offer. Open for lunch 12:00 to 15:00 and from 18:00 to 21:00 every evening for dinner. The Cocktail bar is open from 12:00 to 22:00 every day with a range of offerings from bar snacks, light lunches or Afternoon Teas. There truly is something for everyone.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Beautiful. Nice interior design. Popular among women. Originally built in 1818, this beautifully restored country house is set in 10 acres of grounds, 15 minutes’ drive north of Alnwick. The award-winning property has been awarded 4 AA red stars and offers state-of-the-art spa facilities, luxuriously furnished bedrooms, and an award-winning restaurant. Featuring a swimming pool, 2 spa baths, a sauna and steam room, Doxford Hall Hotel and Spa also boasts 5 treatment rooms. The property offers a range of therapeutic and beauty treatments using products from the holistic, vegan spa brand Ytsara. With satellite TV and a marble bathroom, each bedroom is decorated with rich fabrics and period-style furniture. Rooms are each named after a Northumbrian castle, and many enjoy views of the estate. Overlooking the Doxford Hall estate, the George Runciman Restaurant has been awarded 2 AA Rosettes for its creative menu, made using fresh local produce. Afternoon Teas are also served in the Georgian Room. The scenic coastline’s lovely sandy beaches are 10 minutes’ drive away through tranquil farmland. Doxford Hall provides free parking, and is only 2 miles from the A1. Edinburgh is 80.4 miles away.Show full description
Charming. Elegant. Great value. Converted from an 18th-century farmstead, Battlesteads is a stylish country inn with en suite rooms and an 80-seat restaurant. It is set in beautiful countryside close to the Roman Wall. The traditional inn retains a Northumbrian country atmosphere with beamed ceilings and cosy wood burning stove. A light and airy conservatory opens onto a patio and walled garden. Battlesteads is proud of its 'Green' credentials and has received a Gold Award from the Green Tourism Business Scheme.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Historic. Popular among couples. Set in private grounds, the 17th-century Eshott Hall offers luxury bedrooms with period features. This 4-star guest house is just 20 minutes' drive from Newcastle, and has free parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas. All rooms have luxury toiletries, plasma-screen TVs and bathrobes. The sumptuous bedrooms are decorated with rich fabrics and feature en suite facilities and scenic views. Some have roll-top baths and four-poster beds. Eshott Hall Restaurant has been awarded 2 AA Rossettes, and offers fine dining and creative menus, featuring local produce and ingredients from the kitchen gardens. Surrounded by enchanting gardens and woodland, there is a tennis court, an elegant drawing room and grand library. The hallway features William Morris stained glass. Fishing and shooting in the local area can be arranged. Just a 10-minute drive from the sandy beaches of Northumberland, Eshott Hall is 20 minutes’ drive from Northumberland National Park. Alnmouth Train Station is a 15-minute drive away, and trains run to Newcastle and Edinburgh. The A1 is a 5-minute drive away . Show full description
Cosy rooms. Great location. Popular among women. Located centrally within the historic market town of Alnwick, this ‘room only' accommodation offers small bedrooms with en-suite facilities. This 1705 Grade II listed building features individually designed bedrooms. Rooms feature king-size and super king-size beds, Egyptian cotton linen, hypoallergenic pillows and soft throws. Alnwick offers several quality coffee shops and restaurants within walking distance. Free parking is available at the property in a large gravel car park through the archway to the back of the Plough Hotel. Welcome to our charming hotel in the heart of Alnwick, a historic market town located on the River Aln in Northumberland, England. Our Grade II listed building, dating back to 1705, offers a range of individually designed bedrooms with en-suite facilities. Our self-check-in service at The Bondgate Boutique allows you to arrive at your leisure, with 7 boutique en-suite bedrooms including King size and Super-King size beds throughout. Across the way, you will find our sister guest house, Tate House. Alnwick offers a variety of coffee shops, restaurants, and pubs, all within walking distance. Discover the rich history and attractions of Alnwick, from the famous Alnwick Castle, home to the Percy family since 1309 and the filming location for several movies and TV shows, to the Alnwick Garden, a beautiful ornamental garden featuring various flowers, trees, and water features. Explore the town's shops, restaurants, and pubs, and take advantage of our good transport links to other parts of the country. Experience a comfortable and memorable stay at our hotel, where history meets modern comfort.Show full description
This boutique hotel has very cosy rooms and a great location in Alnwick.
Highly elegant. Historic. Comfortable beds.Opened February 2022. Situated 23 km from Northumbria University, St Mary's Inn offers 4-star accommodation in Morpeth and has a shared lounge, a restaurant and a bar. Located around 24 km from Newcastle Train Station, the hotel with free WiFi is also 24 km away from Sage Gateshead. The property is non-smoking and is located 23 km from Theatre Royal. The hotel offers a sun terrace. You can play darts at St Mary's Inn. Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art is 25 km from the accommodation, while St James' Park is 25 km from the property. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 25 km from St Mary's Inn.Show full description
This is likely the most ELEGANT luxury hotel in Northumberland.
Great value. Great breakfast. Set in Haltwhistle, 7.5 km from Thirlwall Castle, Manor House Hotel and Restaurant offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel has a restaurant and a bar. The property is non-smoking and is situated 12 km from Housesteads Roman Fort. Certain rooms here will provide you with a kitchen with a fridge, an oven and a microwave. Guests at the hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Haltwhistle, like hiking and cycling. Guests can make use of the business centre or relax in the snack bar. Bywell Castle is 39 km from Manor House Hotel and Restaurant, while Prudhoe Castle is 43 km away. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 56 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Located in Seahouses, 600 metres from Seahouses North Beach, Beach House Hotel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel features free WiFi and a bar. The property is non-smoking and is set 4.7 km from Bamburgh Castle. At the hotel, every room comes with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Every room has a kettle, while some rooms here will provide you with a patio and others also provide guests with sea views. All units include a wardrobe. Alnwick Castle is 26 km from Beach House Hotel, while Lindisfarne Castle is 33 km away. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 72 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Great views. Slaley Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort is an Edwardian mansion house with a modern twist set in 1000 acres of Northumberland countryside, just 24 miles from Newcastle. It has a luxury spa, 2 PGA Championship golf courses, 3 restaurants and wonderful views. The modern rooms each have a large work desk. All rooms are elegantly decorated and have a seating area, and many have golf course views. Slaley Leisure Club and Spa has a large swimming pool, sauna, steam room and Whirlpool. There is also a beauty spa and a fully equipped gym. Slaley Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort hosts many outdoor activities including off-road driving, quad biking, archery, clay pigeon shooting and segways. The magnificent hotel houses Duke’s Grill, Claret Jug and Hadrian’s Brasserie. All serve modern British cuisine, using local produce. There is also a cocktail bar and Whisky Snug overlooking a beautiful Northumberland setting. Surrounded by scenic countryside, Slaley Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort has many walking and cycling routes. Free parking is available on site, and Hexham and Corbridge are just 10 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
Superb breakfast. Great location.Opened January 2022. Anglers Arms features a shared lounge, restaurant, a bar and water sports facilities in Alnwick. This 4-star hotel offers room service. The property is non-smoking and is located 22 km from Alnwick Castle. Guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a TV. Each room has a kettle, while selected rooms come with a kitchen with a fridge, a dishwasher and an oven. At Anglers Arms each room comes with bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a continental or a Full English/Irish breakfast. Anglers Arms offers a children's playground. Guests at the hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Alnwick, like fishing and cycling. Northumbria University is 38 km from Anglers Arms, while Theatre Royal is 38 km away. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 33 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Luxury Hotel. Situated in Alnwick, 300 metres from Alnwick Castle, Bailiffgate Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. Guests can make use of a bar. Bamburgh Castle is 27 km from the hotel, while Lindisfarne Castle is 42 km from the property. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 56 km from Bailiffgate Hotel.Show full description
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