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Lumley Castle Hotel

4.0 star property

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An aerial view of a castle surrounded by a lush green landscape with a clear sky.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, candle centerpieces, and a warm ambiance.
A cozy lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a vase with flowers.
A room with a large bed, a wooden vanity with a mirror, a red carpet, and a red curtain.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a radiator, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug

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.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Courtyard Classic Room

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a television, and a window with curtains.

Courtyard Classic Room

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

View all photos for Courtyard Superior Room

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a staircase, and a large mirror.

Courtyard Superior Room

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

View all photos for Castle Classic Room

A bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, a vanity, and a window with curtains.

Castle Classic Room

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

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Castle Feature room

Castle Feature room

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

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a painting on the wall.

Single Room

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

View all photos for Courtyard Feature room

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a wooden nightstand, a dresser, and a mirror.

Courtyard Feature room

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

View all photos for Castle Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden nightstand, a framed picture above the beds, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Castle Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a large bed, a red headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, a fireplace, and a chair.

The Bishops Suite

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

View all photos for The King James Suite

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a fireplace.

The King James Suite

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

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A room with a large bed, a wooden vanity with a mirror, a red carpet, and a red curtain.

Queen Anne Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Chester-le-Street

At Lumley Castle Hotel you'll be steps from Lumley Castle and 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from Pelaw Grange Greyhound Stadium. Highlights at this historic hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and concierge services. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk and a library. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Chester-le-Street hotel include Beamish Open Air Museum and Durham University.

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

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dun Cow - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Wicket Gate (Wetherspoon) - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Prime Chinese take away and delivery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪That Crafty Brew Micropub & Bottle Shop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Butcher's Arms - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Lumley Castle Hotel

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre 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
  • Conference 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
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Lumley Castle Hotel offers 73 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. This Chester-le-Street hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • 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

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

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 4 September 2026 to 6 September 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.

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: from approximately GBP 23.95 for adults and from 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 all 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

What is the cancellation policy at Lumley Castle Hotel?

Lumley Castle Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 3 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lumley Castle Hotel on 6 Aug 2026 start from AU$134, 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.

Is parking available at Lumley Castle Hotel?

Yep, Lumley Castle Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Lumley Castle Hotel?

The closest beach to Lumley Castle Hotel is Whitburn Sands (15.4 km).

Does Lumley Castle Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, visitors are hooked on the cooked-to-order brekkie here! Available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lumley Castle Hotel?

No, Lumley Castle Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Lumley Castle Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Lumley Castle Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Lumley Castle Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Lumley Castle Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 711 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 192 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1006 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, friendly staff, great sleep!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aljadel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and good food at the restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a special experience to stay here. It’s my favourite hotel in England.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bev

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our favourite place to stay . Great accommodation, friendly staff & lovely food.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant hotel.lovely friendly staff. Would definitely recommend Lumley castle
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming characterful hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing place to stay, and actual castle, it's brilliant, great staff, nice bar and restaurant. Thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Geetanjali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an excellent stay in a castle room- you could really get the old building vibes but in a renovated room! The property itself is well maintained and beautiful, the staff are very kind and helpful, and breakfast was delicious and plentiful. An absolutely wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old castle the room was exceptional and the walk around the grounds was amazing. Breakfast was great would recommend to stay for a slice of history
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

STEPHEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff, a nice casual not stuffy place to stay with great breakfasts . A feature room is well worth the upgrade.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, reception and library bar staff excellent, restaurant staff not as good during dinner and breakfast. Great food.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beverley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was lovely and clean, the staff are very friendly. The breakfast was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The castle is a must place to visit
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant stay! 10 out of 10
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy parking, staff lovely
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Valerie June

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were cosy and comfortable with ample space in the bathroom. The bed was comfortable. Breakfast was great and the staff could not be more friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent stay, friendly staff and grear surroundings... parking was ok, but if wedding on it could be tight... certainly recommend and we will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent accommodation, couldn’t fault it in any way
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little break and stopping in a bit of British history was an experience
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026