Lumley Castle Hotel

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9.2
/10
Exceptional
1,002 reviews

What Guests Say About Their Stay

Stephen

10.0
/ 10
Warm welcome and very friendly staff. Great food, comfortable clean room. Much more interesting than a modern block. I would book again when staying in the area

Katie

10.0
/ 10
Had a lovely stay at Lumley Castle, our room was in the courtyard and had a lovely comfy bed. Delicious breakfast and very good value for money.

GILLIAN

10.0
/ 10
My only complaint is we didn’t stay more than one night. Brilliant staff. Accommodation perfect. Food fabulous. Also, the bar area was wonderful. Best glass of SV I’ve ever had in a hotel. Bliss!
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Ropery Lane, Little Lumley, County Durham, England, DH3 4NX

Main Facilities

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Restaurant
24-Hour Front Desk
Parking
WiFi
Elevator
Staying at Lumley Castle Hotel is a good choice when you are visiting Little Lumley. 24-hours front desk is available to serve you, from check-in to check-out, or any assistance you need. Should you desire more, do not hesitate to ask the front desk, we are always ready to accommodate you.
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What's around Lumley Castle Hotel

Ropery Lane, Little Lumley, County Durham, England, DH3 4NX
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Near Lumley Castle

Location
With a stay at Lumley Castle Hotel in Chester-le-Street, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Beamish Open Air Museum and Durham University. This historic hotel is 11.7 mi (18.8 km) from St. James' Park and 12.1 mi (19.5 km) from Northumbria University.

Attractions
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Lumley Castle - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Pelaw Grange Greyhound Stadium - 4.5 km / 2.8 mi
Waldridge Fell Country Park - 4.7 km / 2.9 mi
Finchale Priory - 4.8 km / 3 mi
Herrington Country Park - 8.2 km / 5.1 mi
Adventure Valley - 9.1 km / 5.6 mi
Mini Moos Adventure Farm - 9.1 km / 5.6 mi
Penshaw Monument - 9.1 km / 5.6 mi
Beamish Open Air Museum - 9.3 km / 5.8 mi
Washington Old Hall - 9.4 km / 5.8 mi
Houghton le Spring Golf Club - 9.9 km / 6.1 mi
Beamish Wild - 10.6 km / 6.6 mi
Beamish Adventure Park - 10.7 km / 6.7 mi
George Washington Golf Club - 10.9 km / 6.8 mi
Gala Theatre Durham - 11.1 km / 6.9 mi

The nearest airports are:
Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 29.6 km / 18.4 mi
Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 48.8 km / 30.3 mi

The preferred airport for Lumley Castle Hotel is Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL).

Renovations
This property is closed from September 4 2026 to September 6 2026 (dates subject to change).

Facilities
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. Additional features at this hotel include gift shops/newsstands, a picnic area, and a banquet hall.

Business Facilities
Featured amenities include a business center, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.

Dining
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.

Rooms
Stay in one of 73 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and electric kettles.

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Things to Do

  • Picnic area
  • Garden
  • Library

Accessibilty

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Accessible parking
  • Accessible path of travel

Public Facilities

  • Smoke-free area
  • Safety deposit box
  • Elevator

Hotel Services

  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour Receptionist
  • Concierge

General

  • Banquet
  • Parking

Business Facilities

  • Meeting rooms
  • Business facilities

Food and Drinks

  • Breakfast

Connectivity

  • Free WiFi

Nearby Facilities

  • Gift shop

Accommodation Policy & General Information in Lumley Castle Hotel

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:
From 15:00
Check-out:
Before 11:00

General Check-in Instructions

  • 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
, Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Pets

Service Animals Allowed
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General Information

Popular Facilities
Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, Parking, WiFi, Elevator
Check-In / Check-Out Time
From 15:00 - to 11:00
Breakfast Availability
Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast
Available rooms at Lumley Castle Hotel
73
Another facilities in Lumley Castle Hotel
Picnic area, Garden, Library, Wheelchair accessible, Accessible parking

Frequently asked question in Lumley Castle Hotel

What are available facilities at Lumley Castle Hotel?
There are top facilites at Lumley Castle Hotel such as Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, Parking, WiFi, Elevator. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at Lumley Castle Hotel?
The standard check-in time at Lumley Castle Hotel is starting from From 15:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 11:00
Does Lumley Castle Hotel provide breakfast?
Yes, Lumley Castle Hotel provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.
What is the star rating of Lumley Castle Hotel?
Lumley Castle Hotel is a 4.0-star hotel.
How many rooms are available at Lumley Castle Hotel?
Lumley Castle Hotel has 73 rooms in total.
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9.2
Exceptional
From 1,002 reviews
Cleanliness

9.2

Room Comfort

9.0

Service and Facilites

9.4

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Stephen
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

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Warm welcome and very friendly staff. Great food, comfortable clean room. Much more interesting than a modern block. I would book again when staying in the area
Katie
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

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Had a lovely stay at Lumley Castle, our room was in the courtyard and had a lovely comfy bed. Delicious breakfast and very good value for money.
Chris
6.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

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Room was ok Stairs case to room was a tight spiral staircase Food was great Noise from wedding part till gone 01:30 Appreciate they was celebrating but others was also staying there also Contacted reception told them sink was cracked and when used water leaked on the floor when my wife told them this was told yes that’s been reported before. Nice Quirky castle just a let down on stay due to state of bathroom needs a good clean and new toilet seat and new sink
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John
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8.0
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Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

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Comfortable stay in a nice location
GILLIAN
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

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My only complaint is we didn’t stay more than one night. Brilliant staff. Accommodation perfect. Food fabulous. Also, the bar area was wonderful. Best glass of SV I’ve ever had in a hotel. Bliss!
Sydney
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6.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I have used this hotel very often in the past But I was shocked how there Standards have dropped. The flood was very poor the service very poor.The lack of singning for there different areas none existent. The room very nice for normal users but for some disabled like me it was a night mare. There was a lack handrails in the shower the shower was fixed and did not detach from the fitted so was to high, Lack of places to put soap bags had to put them on the floor. The radiators were so hot they could not be touched. The wheelchair ramps although provided were not legal. Sorry I could go on got pages on how is this hotel this hotel should not be graded.and no I will never use it again. They are living on the fact they are a castle but forgot the required needs of its guests.
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John
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6.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

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Staff were excellent. Room a lot smaller than expected. Bedding and en-suite very clean. Room in need of updating/decotation. Parking facilities were very poor.
Peter
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8.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

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Everything excellent, though was surprised a barista coffee was £2.50 extra at Breakfast
STEVEN
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

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Lumley Castle has a strong connection with my childhood home; Maltby Model Village, close to Sandbeck Hall, the residential home of the Earl of Scarborough and the Lumley family, who own Lumley Castle
John
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

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We booked 3 nights in a classic castle room. This place is amazing, a real castle and fortification hundreds of years old. The walk to the room from reception involved many twists and turns with walls a foot thick. A lift will take you to the first floor but you need the grand staircase to get to the second floor. On the way you will pass many sitting areas and chairs in various nooks and crannies. The room was not huge, but big enough with a bath/ shower on a raised area from the bedroom floor. This place is an experience and the castle is steeped in history. The dining room is in the vaulted basement and is very atmospheric. Breakfast is superb. Help yourself to anything from the continental table in the room 2 doors down the corridor and choose your main breakfast from the menu which will be cooked to order. Very efficient with friendly and well trained staff. We ate in the restaurant on the first night. The choice is small but the food top class. The whole stay was a first class experience.
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Charles
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

All good
Martin
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

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Excellent accommodation and the food was excellent Would definitely stay there again
Lynn
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8.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Have visited Lumley on many occasions and have been very happy. On this occasion, we were a bit disappointed with the room which was in the stable block. Although it was quite large, the windows did not close property, outlook from window very poor and room was very noisy as people going up and downstairs - the staircase was right next to room. Staff were very nice and bar food good. Would stay again but wouldn't want the same room.
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Mark
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

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I enjoyed a very pleasant stay at this hotel. The setting is really nice, offering a calm and welcoming atmosphere throughout. The staff were all extremely friendly and helpful. Breakfast was particularly impressive, with an excellent selection across both the continental and cooked options, all of which tasted great. While certain aspects of the room showed minor signs of age, it was very clean and well maintained, ensuring a comfortable stay. Overall, this is a charming hotel with attentive service and high‑quality dining.
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Trevor-John
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

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Very good friendly staff , plenty of gluten free options also at the restaurant .. they did gluten free toast for us each morning .. Rooms were super comfy and large .. wet nice facilities .. and has amazing views from certain spots overlooking the town..
Maria
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

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We recently stayed at Lumley Castle and had an absolutely fantastic experience. From the moment we arrived, we felt welcomed and well looked after by the friendly and attentive staff. One of the highlights of our stay was being upgraded to a room in the main castle building, which made our visit even more special. Staying within the historic heart of the castle really added to the magic of the experience and made us feel immersed in its incredible history and character. Our room was beautiful, comfortable, and full of charm, while still offering all the modern comforts we could have wanted. Exploring the castle and its stunning surroundings was a real pleasure, and every corner seemed to have its own story to tell. The food was excellent, and breakfast in such a unique and atmospheric setting made every meal feel like an occasion. Throughout our stay, the staff consistently went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect. Lumley Castle is a truly special place that offers something far beyond a typical hotel stay. The upgrade to the main building was a wonderful surprise and helped create memories that we will treasure for years to come. We would not hesitate to recommend it and are already looking forward to returning.
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Jacqueline
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

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A castle stay, this is perfect, good food. Beautiful bedrooms, lovely staff and fantastic building. I have been 6 times and I will go again, love the castle
Paul
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Beautiful building, fantastic surroundings. Very clean. Great selection and beautiful food. Very friendly and helpful staff. 100% recommended and we will be back.
Nigel
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6.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

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Quirky venue, traditional castle, nice food and friendly staff
Caroline
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

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Always love our overnight stays at Lumley. Love the more quirky rooms in particular. Breakfast is always gorgeous, and well organised. Staff are all lovely, approachable, friendly, cheerful. The only two things I might say is that the Library Bar doesn't have a whole lot of choice for bigger plate meals. Burgers, fish and chips, pie and ravioli. Maybe 2 or 3 other choices? Would benefit someone like me with OA cervical spine, to have a choice of 2 pillow types, firm and the usual hotel soft. I find it very difficult to stay asleep on the very soft, hence being awake a lot of last night, due to very soft pillows causing more pain. Just a choice of 2 would be better, firm, and soft. Other than that, another gorgeous stay. Can't wait to come back.
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9.2
Exceptional
From 1,002 reviews
Cleanliness

9.2

Room Comfort

9.0

Service and Facilites

9.4

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Traveler Reviews Lumley Castle Hotel

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40
Top reviews
Stephen
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Warm welcome and very friendly staff. Great food, comfortable clean room. Much more interesting than a modern block. I would book again when staying in the area
Katie
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with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Had a lovely stay at Lumley Castle, our room was in the courtyard and had a lovely comfy bed. Delicious breakfast and very good value for money.
Chris
6.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Room was ok Stairs case to room was a tight spiral staircase Food was great Noise from wedding part till gone 01:30 Appreciate they was celebrating but others was also staying there also Contacted reception told them sink was cracked and when used water leaked on the floor when my wife told them this was told yes that’s been reported before. Nice Quirky castle just a let down on stay due to state of bathroom needs a good clean and new toilet seat and new sink
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John
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8.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Comfortable stay in a nice location
GILLIAN
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

My only complaint is we didn’t stay more than one night. Brilliant staff. Accommodation perfect. Food fabulous. Also, the bar area was wonderful. Best glass of SV I’ve ever had in a hotel. Bliss!
Sydney
icon-with Partner
with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I have used this hotel very often in the past But I was shocked how there Standards have dropped. The flood was very poor the service very poor.The lack of singning for there different areas none existent. The room very nice for normal users but for some disabled like me it was a night mare. There was a lack handrails in the shower the shower was fixed and did not detach from the fitted so was to high, Lack of places to put soap bags had to put them on the floor. The radiators were so hot they could not be touched. The wheelchair ramps although provided were not legal. Sorry I could go on got pages on how is this hotel this hotel should not be graded.and no I will never use it again. They are living on the fact they are a castle but forgot the required needs of its guests.
Read More
John
icon-with Partner
with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Staff were excellent. Room a lot smaller than expected. Bedding and en-suite very clean. Room in need of updating/decotation. Parking facilities were very poor.
Peter
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with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Everything excellent, though was surprised a barista coffee was £2.50 extra at Breakfast
STEVEN
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with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Lumley Castle has a strong connection with my childhood home; Maltby Model Village, close to Sandbeck Hall, the residential home of the Earl of Scarborough and the Lumley family, who own Lumley Castle
John
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

We booked 3 nights in a classic castle room. This place is amazing, a real castle and fortification hundreds of years old. The walk to the room from reception involved many twists and turns with walls a foot thick. A lift will take you to the first floor but you need the grand staircase to get to the second floor. On the way you will pass many sitting areas and chairs in various nooks and crannies. The room was not huge, but big enough with a bath/ shower on a raised area from the bedroom floor. This place is an experience and the castle is steeped in history. The dining room is in the vaulted basement and is very atmospheric. Breakfast is superb. Help yourself to anything from the continental table in the room 2 doors down the corridor and choose your main breakfast from the menu which will be cooked to order. Very efficient with friendly and well trained staff. We ate in the restaurant on the first night. The choice is small but the food top class. The whole stay was a first class experience.
Read More
Charles
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

All good
Martin
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Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Excellent accommodation and the food was excellent Would definitely stay there again
Lynn
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with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Have visited Lumley on many occasions and have been very happy. On this occasion, we were a bit disappointed with the room which was in the stable block. Although it was quite large, the windows did not close property, outlook from window very poor and room was very noisy as people going up and downstairs - the staircase was right next to room. Staff were very nice and bar food good. Would stay again but wouldn't want the same room.
Read More
Mark
icon-Friends and Family Family
Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

I enjoyed a very pleasant stay at this hotel. The setting is really nice, offering a calm and welcoming atmosphere throughout. The staff were all extremely friendly and helpful. Breakfast was particularly impressive, with an excellent selection across both the continental and cooked options, all of which tasted great. While certain aspects of the room showed minor signs of age, it was very clean and well maintained, ensuring a comfortable stay. Overall, this is a charming hotel with attentive service and high‑quality dining.
Read More
Trevor-John
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Very good friendly staff , plenty of gluten free options also at the restaurant .. they did gluten free toast for us each morning .. Rooms were super comfy and large .. wet nice facilities .. and has amazing views from certain spots overlooking the town..
Maria
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

We recently stayed at Lumley Castle and had an absolutely fantastic experience. From the moment we arrived, we felt welcomed and well looked after by the friendly and attentive staff. One of the highlights of our stay was being upgraded to a room in the main castle building, which made our visit even more special. Staying within the historic heart of the castle really added to the magic of the experience and made us feel immersed in its incredible history and character. Our room was beautiful, comfortable, and full of charm, while still offering all the modern comforts we could have wanted. Exploring the castle and its stunning surroundings was a real pleasure, and every corner seemed to have its own story to tell. The food was excellent, and breakfast in such a unique and atmospheric setting made every meal feel like an occasion. Throughout our stay, the staff consistently went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect. Lumley Castle is a truly special place that offers something far beyond a typical hotel stay. The upgrade to the main building was a wonderful surprise and helped create memories that we will treasure for years to come. We would not hesitate to recommend it and are already looking forward to returning.
Read More
Jacqueline
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with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

A castle stay, this is perfect, good food. Beautiful bedrooms, lovely staff and fantastic building. I have been 6 times and I will go again, love the castle
Paul
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with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Beautiful building, fantastic surroundings. Very clean. Great selection and beautiful food. Very friendly and helpful staff. 100% recommended and we will be back.
Nigel
icon-with Partner
with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Quirky venue, traditional castle, nice food and friendly staff
Caroline
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Always love our overnight stays at Lumley. Love the more quirky rooms in particular. Breakfast is always gorgeous, and well organised. Staff are all lovely, approachable, friendly, cheerful. The only two things I might say is that the Library Bar doesn't have a whole lot of choice for bigger plate meals. Burgers, fish and chips, pie and ravioli. Maybe 2 or 3 other choices? Would benefit someone like me with OA cervical spine, to have a choice of 2 pillow types, firm and the usual hotel soft. I find it very difficult to stay asleep on the very soft, hence being awake a lot of last night, due to very soft pillows causing more pain. Just a choice of 2 would be better, firm, and soft. Other than that, another gorgeous stay. Can't wait to come back.
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