Dunstanburgh Castle Inn

Hotels
8.7 (777 reviews)
Front Street , Embleton , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Clean rooms
Delicious food
Cons:
Warm room
Smart TV didn't work
Steps were a little steep

Categories

Cleanliness
8.81
Reviews noted that rooms were very clean and presentable.
Service
8.98
Staff were consistently described as friendly and accommodating.
Location
9.02
Exceptional location near beautiful landscapes and beaches.
Room Quality
8.47
Rooms were generally described as comfortable and cosy.
Amenities
8.5
Amenities provided were satisfactory, including bar and restaurant.
Value for Money
8.46
Guests found the hotel to be good value for what it offered.
Food and Beverage
8.71
Food was reported to be amazing and sufficiently priced.
Overall Experience
8.68
Guests expressed overall satisfaction with their stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 00:44

Property Description

Charming Village Setting
Nestled in the heart of Embleton, The Dunstanburgh Castle Hotel offers a picturesque retreat on the Northumberland coast. Enjoy complimentary WiFi and parking during your stay.

Comfortable Accommodation
Relax in rooms equipped with a TV, electric kettle, and private bathroom with bath and shower. Indulge in the provided bed linen and ironing facilities for a cozy experience.

Exceptional Dining and Activities
Savor ethically produced meals at the award-winning restaurant. Explore nearby attractions like Dunstanburgh Castle Golf Course and Alnwick Castle for a memorable vacation.

Ready to experience seaside serenity and top-notch hospitality? Book your stay at The Dunstanburgh Castle Hotel now.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 777 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.81
Service: 8.98
Location: 9.02
Room Quality: 8.47
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 8.46
Food and Beverage: 8.71
Overall Experience: 8.68
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carol couple gb
7
Lovely couple of days away
Pros:

Breakfast was good. I usually like to have some fresh fruit salad but this wasn’t available. The bacon was a bit tough and overcooked

Cons:

We didn’t like the green light in the room. It was very intrusive and interrupted sleep. We were told that this was necessary for fire safety

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Patricia solo_traveller gb
9
2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Michael couple gb
5
2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Richard couple gb
9
a great location, away from masses of summer crowds, some of the best walking routes in the country
Pros:

Friendly staff, great food, relaxed atmosphere, great location for access to coastal path and beach.

Cons:

Timothy Taylor was off at the bar...alternatives were just as good though

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Peter couple gb
8
Very nice hotel in a great location for some of the best beaches in the country, would stay again
Pros:

Great location, lovely friendly staff.

Cons:

Room was a bit cramped and could have done with a fan to keep us cool in the hot weather. Windows had to be kept open but brought in some noise from equipment outside. Out meal in the restaurant was a bit disappointing but we only used it once. The other diners seemed very happy and it is clearly very popular for its food.

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Martin solo_traveller gb
9
2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Carol couple gb
9
Good position in a lovely village ideal for golfers
Pros:

Nice rooms with good facilities

Cons:

The food was nice but a little pricey

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Chris couple gb
9
Brilliant location, great food and staff in a charming pub
2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Garry solo_traveller gb
7
2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Broster solo_traveller gb
7
Enjoyable short stay in Embleton
Pros:

Excellent food and service.good atmosphere.

Cons:

Bedroom rather small and in need of upgrade.
Because of my mobility issues, a lift or ground floor bedroom would be ideal. However, we were aware of this before booking.

2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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Stephen solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Very clean and friendly staff, excellent restaurant and a nice cosy bar.

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Jennings solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Excellent location

Cons:

Going home

2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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Catherine couple gb
9
Peaceful stay!
Pros:

The staff and atmosphere here is very welcoming. Our room was tucked away and felt really peaceful. Bed was super comfortable and room was nicely decorated. We liked the lounge areas for use during the day and evening too.

Cons:

The shower pressure wasn’t great and although we understand it’s essential we found the fire safety green light quite bright at night.

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Jacqueline couple gb
10
Relaxing, peaceful , enjoyable and can’t wait to go back
Pros:

Lovely location? Fabulous food , friendly , helpful staff, lovely room, gorgeous dining room , amazing breakfast menu, fab garden …. So friendly . Thank you

Cons:

Lovely all round !!!

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Elisabeth solo_traveller gb
10
Eeeeeh it was great
Pros:

Thoroughly enjoyed the hotel. Bed comfy, good strong shower, friendly staff, especially Dawn, yummy cooked breakfast, excellent chef.

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Lilian couple gb
9
Good location hotel looked like it had been refurbished
Pros:

Busy with outside seating rooms were clean the rooms were modern

Cons:

Felt it was easy going and friendly staff

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Lynne couple gb
9
2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Lisa couple gb
7
It’s ok for one night
Pros:

It’s was ok hotel ,with clean room and nice pub restaurant downstairs with standard pub food.Atmosphere and staff were great,especially that cheerful lady who served breakfast.She is quick and friendly.

Cons:

Although everything was clean ,towels were a bit smelly (that particular smell when laundry is still dump and they folded it anyway ) Also carpets in the hotel needs a good cleaning,all that dust and smell from it made me sneeze all morning while having a breakfast .Breakfast btw wasn’t that good.

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Jeff couple gb
9
Great stay on the Northumbrian coast
Pros:

Cosy room. Friendly staff. Good food. Great location on the Northumbrian coast

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Neil family_with_children gb
8
No comment
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Wine from bottle not pre-chilled, appeared to be warm and put in ice cooler at point of serving.

2026-08-03 via Nuitee