The Old Well Inn

3.0 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this 3-star Barnard Castle inn

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Terrace/patio
Free daily full breakfast
Dining
Garden
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Explore the area

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21 The Bank, Barnard Castle, England, DL12 8PH
  • Place, Barnard Castle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Bowes Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Raby Castle
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Barnard Castle

In historical district.Your stay at this Barnard Castle inn places you within a 10-minute walk of Barnard Castle and Bowes Museum. Also, Egglestone Abbey is within 2 miles (3 km) and The Garage Spa is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Barnard Castle - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Bowes Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Egglestone Abbey - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • The Garage Spa - 5 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Raby Castle - 13 min drive - 8.4 miles

Getting around

  • Bishop Auckland Station - 20 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cricketers Arms - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cross Lanes Organic Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Rose & Crown - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Three Horse Shoes - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Old Well Inn

Enjoy free breakfast at this 3-star Barnard Castle inn
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

The Old Well Inn also features tour/ticket assistance and a garden.

This 3-star Barnard Castle inn is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Old Well Inn offers 10 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. This Barnard Castle inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 6:00 PM and 10:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (2:00 PM - 5:30 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome for a fee
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • A pet fee will be charged
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 6:00 PM and 10:30 PM

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, debit cards, and cash
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, American Express, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Old Well Barnard Castle
Old Well Inn
Old Well Inn Barnard Castle
Old Well Hotel Barnard Castle
Old Well Inn Barnard Castle, County Durham
The Old Well Inn Barnard Castle County Durham
The Old Well Inn Inn
The Old Well Inn Barnard Castle
The Old Well Inn Inn Barnard Castle

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Old Well Inn to the airport?

The Old Well Inn is 27.9 mi (40-min drive) away from the Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Old Well Inn?

As of Oct 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Old Well Inn on Nov 7, 2025 start from $95.49, excluding 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 The Old Well Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Old Well Inn.

Does The Old Well Inn offer free breakfast?

The Old Well Inn offers free full breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Old Well Inn?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Old Well Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Old Well Inn?

Free parking is not available at this inn.

Does The Old Well Inn have a pool?

The Old Well Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Old Well Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Old Well Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Old Well Inn to downtown Barnard Castle?

The Old Well Inn is 0.3 mi away from Barnard Castle.