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The Highfield Hotel

3.0 star property

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Lunch and dinner served
A restaurant interior with wooden furniture, a large wooden sculpture, and a high ceiling with skylights.
Executive Double Room
Front of property
A bar area with a long counter, multiple taps, and a keyboard.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Room service
The current price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July

Explore the area

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101 Durham Road, East Rainton, Houghton le Spring, England, DH5 9QT
  • Place, Rainton Meadows Visitor Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Hetton Lyons Country Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Finchale Priory
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room

Double Room

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

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room

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

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Executive Double Room

Executive Double Room

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

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Family Room

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room (Bridal)

Room (Bridal)

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

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bunk bed, a desk, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Houghton le Spring

At The Highfield Hotel you'll be 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Hetton Lyons Country Park and 5 km (3.1 mi) from Adventure Valley. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Star of Siam, serves Thai cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and free newspapers in the lobby. English breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Houghton le Spring hotel include Durham Cathedral and Durham University.

What's nearby

  • Rainton Meadows Visitor Centre - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Hetton Lyons Country Park - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Finchale Priory - 6 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Houghton le Spring Golf Club - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Top Gear Karting - 8 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • Seaham Station - 11 min drive
  • South Hylton Station - 11 min drive
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Italian Farmhouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Wild Boar (Wetherspoon) - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Three Horseshoes Pub & The Back Room Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Britannia - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The White Lion - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Highfield Hotel

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly The Highfield Hotel also features complimentary newspapers in the lobby, room service (during limited hours), and a lift. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Houghton le Spring hotel is smoke free.

  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Highfield Hotel offers 31 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 11 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Star of Siam

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
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

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 30.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 15.0 per day.

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 English breakfast: from approximately GBP 11.00 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 per day

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, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, Google Pay and Apple Pay.

Property is also known as

Highfield Hotel Houghton le Spring
Highfield Houghton le Spring
Highfield Hotel East Rainton,
Highfield East Rainton,
The Highfield Hotel Hotel
The Highfield Hotel Houghton le Spring
The Highfield Hotel Hotel Houghton le Spring

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Highfield Hotel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Highfield Hotel?

As of 6 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Highfield Hotel on 19 July 2026 start from AU$132, 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 The Highfield Hotel?

Yep, The Highfield Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Highfield Hotel?

The closest beach to The Highfield Hotel is Blast Beach (10.5 km).

Does The Highfield Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, English brekkie is offered weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Highfield Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Highfield Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Thai cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Highfield Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Highfield Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Highfield Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 250 out of 455 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 154 out of 455 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 455 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 455 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 455 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was excellent, room and bathroom particularly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room, great friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was amazingly clean and the whole building was very clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A friendly check in. Everything the hotel offers seems to have been given thought. Standards generally high and everything most people would need was available.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

SUSAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great friendly staff .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

SUSAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. We had a good bar meal which alsobhas Thai dishes as we were too tired to go to the Star of Siam on the premises. Staff as always were friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff, good parking, good breakfast,
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly service, nice room, good shower.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff. Great breakfasts.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good position for visiting area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didnt have breakfast ,or meals but they looked very good ,room service very good ,staff friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, good breakfast , clean and comfortable and well priced .
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great room in a super location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, helpful staff, nice family room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Amenities
Nice room fresh breakfast in the morning many thanks 👍
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff and friendliness as always
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Amenities
Room immaculate , the Thai restaurant was amazing . Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful checking in. Room was very clean. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice, large, clean rooms at really good price. Good service with good bar and food on site. Will hopefully be going back again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean property Staff were excellent Overall quick and stress free stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Well appointed room. Nice staff, great Thai restaurant and very good bar with lots of atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast, very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best part of trip is the friendliness of staff genuine feeling wanted to help Would have liked vegan option for breakfast particularly non dairy milk
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were extremely pleasant and always ready to assist with anything. It was a good size room and quiet despite being near a busy road.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay and has good Thai restaurant
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023