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Lumley Castle Hotel

4.0 star property

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Exterior
Queen Anne Suite
Lobby
Restaurant
Castle Superior Room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is AU$154
includes taxes & fees
15 July - 16 July

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

Courtyard Classic Room

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

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Courtyard Superior Room

Courtyard Superior Room

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

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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 Wi-Fi

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Castle Feature room

Castle Feature room

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

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Single Room

Single Room

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

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Courtyard Feature room

Courtyard Feature room

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

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Castle Twin Room

Castle Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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The Bishops Suite

The Bishops Suite

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

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The King James Suite

The King James Suite

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

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Queen Anne Suite

Queen Anne Suite

  • 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 1.7 km (1 mi) from Chester-Le-Street Leisure Centre. 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 Cathedral.

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

  • ‪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

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
  • Smoke-free property

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 19 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lumley Castle Hotel on 15 July 2026 start from AU$154, 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. 700 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 192 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1001 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The castle is a must place to visit
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Siobhan

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

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
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent! Have just booked to stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 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
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8/10 Good

Karina

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great and the venue lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free parking
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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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
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8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent location, staff excellent, breakfast excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were really friendly and coudn't do enough to make the stay enjoyable. Proper job.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026