Lumley Castle Hotel
Chester-Le-Street, Durham DH3 4NX England
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#11 of 20 hotels in Durham
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4.5
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4.4
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4.3
Value
3.9
Within easy driving distance of Newcastle, Durham and Sunderland, the magnificent spectacle of Lumley Castle has dominated the County Durham landscape for 630 years. Surrounded by beautiful parklands overlooking the River Wear and Durham County Cricket Ground, the castle is a magnificent monument to a bygone age of chivalry and honour. The hotel boasts 74 luxurious en suite rooms, with complimentary Wi-Fi internet. Dine in the splendour of the Black Knight restaurant, offering varied cuisine and a 3-course table d’hôte menu (table reservations are essential). Lumley Castle is the first and only historic site in the UK to have it's own Escape room - Lily of Lumley - a truly immersive and thrilling Escape experience. The hotel is ideally situated to explore the North East of England and more, being just 10.9 miles south of Newcastle, 8.1 miles north of Durham and 11.8 miles west of Sunderland. This hotel is one of the best-rated locations in Chester-le-Street.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Bar / lounge
Golf course
Taxi service
Business Center with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Baggage storage
Street parking
Wifi
Restaurant
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
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Non-smoking hotel
Picnic area
24-hour front desk
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Chester-Le-Street, Durham DH3 4NX England
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First of all I can say the staff are great but it goes down hill after that. The sandwiches were cold and stale as if they had been in the fridge all day the mustard over powered the ham. The egg mayo just tasted of butter. The scones were rock hard and the pastry on the lemon tarts was soggy. Do not waste your money much better afternoon teas out there. Also the hole place seemed a tad dirty.
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Date of stay: March 2023
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25 mins to check in, room was clean but tired and very dated. Food in restaurant was ok, but £48 for an 8oz Fillet Steak is ridiculous! It’s a bit of a maze from reception to the bar/restaurant, where the corridor is flanked by Roman head sculptures - is that a nod to nearby Hadrian’s Wall? The main building is a bit smelly 😏. The lighting in the restaurant is very dark and the same at breakfast, so you’ll need a phone torch to read the menu. Not sure how this gets a 4 ⭐️ rating 🤔. Possibly the strangest place that I’ve ever stayed in.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled on business
Room Tip: Stay elsewhere
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Two night break at this lovely old castle. Very comfortable bed, fluffy pillows and spotless room. The breakfast service was excellent and the hot food was delicious. The cold buffet breakfast though does need some tweaking. There was cold meat but no cheese( as stated), the juices were rather watery too. All of this can be forgiven because it was lovely hot food. The castle is great! Lovely courtyard garden too. I’d definitely return if staying in the area again. My only real niggle ( minor ) was because of the weather my boots were rather wet and muddy so a door mat would resolve this. I nearly had a fit when I saw the cream carpet after I’d entered! Great hotel.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Very disappointing. I thought we’d treat ourselves to a nice room as it was my wife’s birthday and Mother’s Day. We opted for the Castle Superior room at £184. Very small room!! I understand this is an old building but the cost was far too much for what we got. I’d say just over £100 would be more like it. We didn’t even get breakfast in the rate, but again I knew this on booking but expected a better room! I travel a lot with work and stay in many country houses and castle hotels and this was by far the most over priced I’ve ever stayed in. Caused a bit of a down on the night and the meal which was good. I just felt all night that I’d been ripped off and even though the wife said she was fine, she was actually disappointed. Won’t be going back again.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Room Tip: Go for the food but don’t bother with a room for the night. It’s far too overpriced!! You’ll find...
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Ok…. So I don’t really want to be horrible about this place as we live locally and have had many lovely meals here, but…. My husband very kindly booked us a over night stay which cost £189 (breakfast not included) for a castle superior and what looked like a very nice room on-site, however the room was really not worth the money! The room is really clean, however very small, very tired and the corridors are dark and smelly. The castle itself is impressive, but on this occasion did not meet the standard of what the room rate was.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Booked champagne afternoon tea for my Mums 80th. It was abs lovely, delicious sandwiches and cakes and they made a fuss of Mum which she loved. The castle and grounds are gorgeous with a very historic feel and lovely views. Parking is plentiful.
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Date of stay: November 2022
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Amazing time at Lumley. The GM Gordon was friendly and attentive at all times. Our Christmas experience was one of the highlights of our trip. The food was incredible, and exceeded our expectations.
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Date of stay: December 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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We booked a two night stay at the castle for the two of us. As we were going to be resting following the trip up and ahead of a friends party, we booked a courtyard state room. The hotel is an impressive sight as you arrive. We were nicely greeted at reception and confirmed our breakfast slot for the morning. Be warned, if you want breakfast they have a limited availability and you must pre-book. Our room was in the courtyard and of an OK size. Disappointing for a “state” room there was just a single lounging chair, not space for a couple to sit and relax. The decor is in keeping with the hotel, however, looks tired. Breakfast was chaos and disappointing - not worth the costs in our opinion. Service was slow and disorganised. On the menu the continental breakfast looked impressive, in reality - the continental selection looked like it had been attacked by locusts and not replenished. On asking there was no juice available (expect for orange). Eventually we managed to order cooked breakfast, which took a while to arrive - on arrival it was lukewarm - though nice enough in taste.…
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: Avoid breakfast
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Came here for Sunday lunch and the food was great. The meat was seasoned well, Yorkshire puddings were fantastic and the gravy was also really nice. Staff were very attentive and the set menu price is more than reasonable. The atmosphere was good, music wasn’t too loud and the lighting was adequate for the setting.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Have stayed here years ago and it remains a truly lovely & luxurious location. The staff are extremely attentive & well trained. The restaurant staff were particularly accommodating of my dietary requirements. I stayed on a quiet night and was upgraded to a lovely room which, although too warm during the night, was well equipped. My only suggestion would be to double the amount of signage around the site. If you're in a hurry & take a wrong turn down a corridor it's easy to become disoriented, particularly in the dark at night. For those with limited mobility it's a non-starter as the age of the place means it's quite inaccessible with long walks between different parts of the building. I'll definitely be back next time I'm in the area
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Traveled solo
Room Tip: Go for a courtyard room if you want to be closer to the amenities. Also unless you like it hot in...
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PRICE RANGE
$100 - $142 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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NUMBER OF ROOMS
74
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lumley Castle Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to Lumley Castle Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Crook Hall & Gardens (5.0 miles), Holmside Park (4.3 miles), and WWT Washington Wetland Centre (3.8 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Lumley Castle Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
What food & drink options are available at Lumley Castle Hotel?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Lumley Castle Hotel?
Yes, free parking and street parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Lumley Castle Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Guiseppe's Italian Bistro, Il Cancello Italian Restaurant, and Sunarga Indian Restaurant.
Are any cleaning services offered at Lumley Castle Hotel?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does Lumley Castle Hotel offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business center, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.
Are there any historical sites close to Lumley Castle Hotel?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Crook Hall & Gardens (5.0 miles), Washington Old Hall (3.7 miles), and Houghton Hillside Cemetery (3.4 miles).
Does Lumley Castle Hotel have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the park view available here.
Is Lumley Castle Hotel accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific inquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.