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Lumley Castle Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star historic hotel with free WiFi

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

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Ropery Lane, Chester-le-Street, England, DH3 4NX
  • Place, Lumley Castle
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Chester-Le-Street Leisure Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Durham University
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

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 WiFi

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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 WiFi

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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 WiFi

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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 WiFi

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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 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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 WiFi

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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 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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 WiFi

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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 WiFi

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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 WiFi

About the neighborhood

Chester-le-Street

In Chester-le-Street .A stay at this hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Lumley Castle and 3 miles (5 km) of Pelaw Grange Greyhound Stadium. Waldridge Fell Country Park and Finchale Priory are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Lumley Castle - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Chester-Le-Street Leisure Centre - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Durham University - 14 min drive - 9.3 miles
  • Durham Cathedral - 15 min drive - 9.5 miles
  • Durham Castle - 15 min drive - 9.5 miles

Getting around

  • Chester-le-Street Station - 13 min drive
  • South Hylton Station - 14 min drive
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 41 min drive

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

4-star historic hotel with free WiFi
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center and meeting rooms are available.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the historic Lumley Castle Hotel. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Chester-le-Street hotel is smoke free.

  • 73 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Lumley Castle Hotel offers 73 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. This Chester-le-Street hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 23.95 for adults and GBP 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from September 4 2026 to September 6 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 23.95 for adults and GBP 12.00 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

Property is 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

How close is Lumley Castle Hotel to the airport?

Lumley Castle Hotel is 18.4 mi (41-min drive) away from the Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lumley Castle Hotel?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lumley Castle Hotel on Jun 7, 2026 start from $97, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Lumley Castle Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Lumley Castle Hotel.

How close is Lumley Castle Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 13.3 mi (29-min drive) from Blast Beach and 13.9 mi (38-min drive) from Whitburn Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Lumley Castle Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Lumley Castle Hotel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 23.95 for adults and GBP 12.00 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Lumley Castle Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Genting Casino Newcastle (15-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Lumley Castle Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Lumley Castle Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Lumley Castle Hotel have a pool?

Lumley Castle Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Lumley Castle Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Lumley Castle Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Lumley Castle Hotel to downtown Chester-le-Street?

Lumley Castle Hotel is 0.9 mi away from Little Lumley.

Lumley Castle Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 699 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 195 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1003 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay, clean & an excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room, easy check in, lovely staff and great breakfast! Fabulous location, enjoyed a wander around the castle
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very comfortable and the castle was stunning. We had a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicky

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a pleasant stay here
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All staff very friendly Food in bar was very good
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel, unique building with good food and drink, brilliant quality all round, will look forward to booking again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nesrine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, lovely grounds
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room upgrade, absolutely amazing place to stay 100% will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Karina

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great and the venue lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel check in fast great food choice and taste
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent location, staff excellent, breakfast excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was amazing, food was great, staff were friendly. If room was ready at 3pm to check in, I woukd give 5 stars.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Gorgeous quirky hotel! We all loved its uniqueness! Staff were all really helpful courteous and above all friendly. Wo derful breakfast and food in the Library Bar was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
One of the best hotels I've ever stayed in. Quality place
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean and cosy room in a lovely quiet and picturesque location. The breakfast was extensive and the staff attentive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was wonderful and the staff was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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
Courtyard room
Potted Crab
French onion soup
Lamp rump
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amrutha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice and clean and didn’t feel like we were in a hotel. The grounds were beautiful and the food was really nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabriella

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room. Spotless!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
always a fantastic experience
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Amenities
Very pleasant stay, excellent food
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice traditional feel, staff were wonderful, breakfast was fabulous!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025