Lumley Castle Hotel, Durham

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Single Room

Max 1 Adult

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Featuring free toiletries, this single room includes a private bathroom with a bath and a hairdryer. The single room features a wardrobe, an electric kettle, a carpeted floor, heating, as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 1 bed.

Courtyard Superior Room

Max 2 Adults

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Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. The double room offers a wardrobe, an electric kettle, a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit offers 1 bed.

Castle Superior Room

Max 2 Adults

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Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. The double room features a wardrobe, an electric kettle, a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 1 bed.

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Category	Facilities
Activities	Live music/performance, Themed dinner nights, Golf course (within 3 km).
Business facilities	Meeting/banquet facilities, Fax/photocopying.
Cleanliness & disinfecting	Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay.
Others	bar, food, parking, wifi.
Safety features	Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals.
Miscellaneous	Non-smoking rooms.
Accessibility	Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Entire unit wheelchair accessible.
Bathroom	Private bathroom, Bath or shower, Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Bath, Toilet, Bathrobe.
Room Amenities	Sofa, Sofa bed, Wardrobe or closet, Clothes rack, Desk, Carpeted, Seating Area, Iron, Safety deposit box, Ironing facilities, Heating.
Food & Drink	Wine/champagne, Electric kettle, Restaurant, Coffee machine, Special diet menus (on request), Kid meals, Outdoor furniture.
Safety & security	Smoke alarms, CCTV outside property, 24-hour security, Fire extinguishers, CCTV in common areas.
Cleaning services	Ironing service, Trouser press, Daily housekeeping, Laundry.
Services & Extras	Towels, Wake up service/Alarm clock, Linen.
Media & Technology	TV, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Telephone.
Food & drink safety	All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas.
Common areas	Garden, Picnic area, Shared lounge/TV area.
Reception services	Concierge service, 24-hour front desk, Express check-in/check-out, Invoice provided, Luggage storage.
Physical distancing	Cashless payment available, Contactless check-in/check-out.
Entertainment and family services	Babysitting/child services.
Outdoor & View	View.

About This Property

Within easy driving distance of Newcastle, Durham and Sunderland, the magnificent spectacle of Lumley Castle has dominated the County Durham landscape for over 630 years. Surrounded by beautiful parklands overlooking the River Wear and Durham County Cricket Ground, the castle is a Grade I listed monument to a bygone age of chivalry and honour. The hotel boasts 71 luxurious and uniquely designed bedrooms – elegant drapes, four poster beds, feature baths, rooms with stunning views and complimentary Wi-Fi internet. Dine in the splendor of the newly refurbished Knights Restaurant, offering seasonal Al a Carte Menu's and an extensive selection of fine wines to complement your meal (table reservations are essential). Indulge in a sumptuous afternoon tea, relax and unwind in the also, newly refurbished Library Bar, or choose an intimate private dining experience. Lumley Castle is also the first and only historic site in the UK to have its own Escape Room – Lily of Lumley – a truly immersive and thrilling Escape experience. The hotel is ideally located to explore the North East of England and more, being just 11 miles south of Newcastle, 8.1 miles north of Durham and 12 miles west of Sunderland.

Guest Ratings For This Property

8.5

Based on 4058 Reviews

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Comfort

8.86

Cleanliness

8.82

Value For Money

8.29

Facilities

8.55

Guest Reviews

Kevin

young couple

6.0

Pleasant

The room was nice ... comfy 4 poster bed and a hidden through the wardrobe bathroom. Staff were great

Parking on arrival was a nightmare as there were a few functions on at the time... I had to park around the back of the castle and move my car in the morning when other guests had left. Our room toilet sprang a leak too.

Published on 04 Jan 2024

Anahb

family with young children

10.0

Exceptional

Amazing experience and super affordable for the quality of the service. They were very accommodating with the accessibility assistance needed. Accessibile room was conveniently close to all facilities.

Published on 04 Jan 2024

Anahb

family with young children

10.0

Exceptional

Location, views, historical castle. Breakfast was exceptional. All amazing.

Published on 04 Jan 2024

Frank

family with young children

5.0

Passable

Room was very nice

Food was poor .staff not as nice as last time we stayed

Published on 04 Jan 2024

Philip

young couple

8.0

Very good

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Room was very nice but could have been a little warmer. Heating was on but had to use a fan blower later in the evening which was a bit noisy while watching TV. Food at breakfast and dinner was exceptional.

Wood paneling on the walls was dusty. Pillow cases did not fit the pillows correctly. General appearance of the room could have done with freshening up a little. TV was old and small for a superior room advertised. In summary i would have expected a little more from a room that cost 207 per night. Having said that we thoroughly enjoyed the experience of staying in a castle.

Published on 04 Jan 2024

Cammock

young couple

10.0

Exceptional

My wife and I just love it Lumley. We had our wedding reception there ten years ago. The rooms, the library bar the restaurant experience and of course Poppet the castle cat. We will be returning in a few months.

Published on 04 Jan 2024

Julie

young couple

9.0

Superb

Lovely room. Plenty of space. Lovely staff.

Everything was fine.

Published on 03 Jan 2024

Pauline

young couple

10.0

Exceptional

As always everything we love this place, the staff are friendly and welcoming and efficient the food is delicious and its comfy and clean and an atmospheric and enchanting

Nothing

Published on 03 Jan 2024

David

young couple

7.0

Good

uncomfortable bed

Published on 02 Jan 2024

Lauren

young couple

5.0

Passable

Disappointed overall, but nice to be in a castle.

Was really special to stay in a castle, and it was great that you are encouraged to explore in your own time

I understand it is a very old property, but the bathroom facilities were very dated (not 600years dated, I mean they are probably due another modern clean up). The room wasnt entirely clean. It was very expensive and it just felt that we should have had a clean room and the bathroom could have been nicer. I bought the stay as a gift for my partner, but I definitely wouldnt return again for the cost.

Published on 02 Jan 2024