Lumley Castle Hotel

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8.8 (6469 reviews)
Chester-Le-Street , Chester-le-Street , GB

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Garden
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Unique castle experience
Great food
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room quality concerns
Value for price compared to expectations

Categories

Cleanliness
8.38
Some cleaning issues mentioned, like uncleaned utensils, but overall cleanliness was noted positively.
Service
9.35
Staff were described as friendly and helpful throughout the reviews.
Location
8.89
The castle's unique setting was appreciated, though some aspects were raised about accessibility.
Room Quality
8.34
Some rooms were described as dated with low headroom, but also comfortable.
Amenities
8.87
Basic amenities were provided, but lacking in some modern options like smart TVs.
Value for Money
8.33
Some reviews felt the price was high compared to other hotels.
Food and Beverage
8.88
Food was generally praised, especially the breakfast and meals in the bar.
Overall Experience
9.35
The experience of staying in a castle was highly rated, despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 00:53

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
With 73 uniquely designed bedrooms featuring elegant drapes, four poster beds, and stunning views, Lumley Castle offers a luxurious stay like no other.

Fine Dining Experience
Experience the splendor of the Knights Restaurant with its seasonal Al a Carte Menu and extensive wine selection. Indulge in a sumptuous afternoon tea or unwind in the newly refurbished Library Bar for a relaxing evening.

Unique Amenities
Lumley Castle is not just a hotel, but a historic experience. Be the first to try the thrilling Escape Room – Lily of Lumley, a truly immersive adventure.

Book your stay at Lumley Castle now and immerse yourself in centuries of history and luxury.

Important information:

Please note that due to limited table numbers at The Black Knight restaurant we kindly ask that you book a table as early as possible.

Lumley castle courtyard classic rooms are the only room type that are pet friendly within the hotel as we only have limited availability for pet friendly rooms please check with reservations first before booking. Our pet friendly rooms are 2 single rooms and 2 courtyard classics.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: NCL

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 6469 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.38
Service: 9.35
Location: 8.89
Room Quality: 8.34
Amenities: 8.87
Value for Money: 8.33
Food and Beverage: 8.88
Overall Experience: 9.35
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Louise • couple • gb
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2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Fred • couple • nl
9
Super.
Pros:

Uitstekend ontbijt.

Verblijf in echt kasteel, niet namaak maar authentiek.

Gesitueerd in een prachtig park.

Cons:

De badkamer was redelijk, maar de douche typisch ouderwets Brits. Het verblijf in een kasteel is natuurlijk geweldig, dus dit neem je op de koop toe.

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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McKenzie • couple • gb
9
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Clare • couple • gb
10
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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P. de Klerk • couple • nl
7
Zeer goed.
Pros:

Mooie entourage. Prachtig gemeubileerd. En mooie ligging. Een unieke ervaring en zeker de moeite waard om te bezoeken.
Tip: ben je niet 100% mobiel, kies een kamer op de binnenplaats. Het kasteel heeft veel trappen en gangen.

Cons:

Het ontbijt. Niet het eten zelf maar de prijs. Het betreft een leuk ontbijt menu, MAARR wil je iets extra's, zoals bijvoorbeeld pap, moet er een pond extra betaald worden. Voor deze prijs € 28,- p.p. zou je alles inclusief verwachten. Doet een beetje "vreemd" aan.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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william • solo_traveller • gb
10
Brilliant stay again
Pros:

History service good good excellent
Great place

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Carl • couple • gb
10
A lovely place to stay and relax.
Pros:

This was our second stay here - we were here last March - so we knew what to expect, and we weren't disappointed. The castle itself is wonderful, with plenty of rooms and corridors to explore, and the grounds it is set in are lovely. We had lots of sunshine while we were there which made it even nicer. All the staff are excellent, very friendly and helpful. We recognised quite a few from our last stay, though there were some new faces too. A big shout out especially to Dean on reception. Very friendly and happy to talk with you if he wasn't busy. Once again we saw the castle's famous cat, Poppet, who has free run round the castle and the grounds. It's a perfect place for her with much to explore and lots of different faces to make a fuss of her. The meals are lovely, all well cooked and rather large portions too. We will undoubtedly be staying here again in the future. Highly recommended.

Cons:

We couldn't fault a thing.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Adam • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Just a very nice place. Let's face it, it's a castle, what's not to like
Great service from the moment you arrive.

Cons:

Can't think of anything

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Martina • solo_traveller • ie
7
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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andrew • couple • gb
7
Pros:

Breakfast was good location good

Cons:

Food in library bar too expensive for what it was

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Lawrence • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Keenan • solo_traveller • gb
8
Comfortable grandeur
Pros:

Generous breakfast, pleasant welcome & comfortable, well appointed bedroom.
The character of the property interesting

Cons:

My husband found the uneven floors rather tricky, although the lift was useful.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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GaryOB • solo_traveller • gb
8
Lovely relaxing stay
Pros:

Friendly staff, great location, lovely grounds which we walked all around. The Castle externally is very well maintained. Lots of Hot Water, room was warm and heating controllable. Food and wine were excellent.

Cons:

It is very tired, could do with a deep clean and full redecorating. I know it is 600 years old and parts of of should look like it's 600 years old and that it is part ofvits charm. However, the rooms and bathrooms could be updated with a lick of paint and a refresh, whilst still being in the style of the Castle, without it going down a modern contemporary look.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Ian • solo_traveller • gb
10
Historic charm and a welcoming hug of a hotel experience
Pros:

The setting, architecture, grounds, comfort, friendly and professional staff and food. The hotel has tremendous character from its age and history and I'd highly recommend the former stables rooms outside the main castle building. Sympathetic, welcoming and very comfortable design and the flower-laden window boxes and baskets in the courtyard outside are a delight for gardeners. The whole place is beautifully maintained and immaculately clean and polished. Outstanding and memorable.

Cons:

Absolutely nothing.

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Davison • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Chris Clark • solo_traveller • gb
8
Lumley castle
Pros:

Great staff, friendly. A wonderful location.
Large room. Comfy bed. It's not a modern 4* hotel so don't expect perfection, a very old building with limitations that come with that. A perfect antidote to modern minimalism.

Cons:

We were in room 66. No one asked about mobility issues which would be helpful. We could do the spiral staircase, though challenging with bags, but others might not. When booking it might be worth asking about room accessibility.

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Sarah Jane • couple • gb
9
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Martene • solo_traveller • gb
10
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Catherine • couple • gb
8
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Andrew • couple • gb
10
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee