The Sun Hotel

Hotels
7.9 (1265 reviews)
6 Castle Terrace , Warkworth , GB
+44 1665 711259

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Bar
Meeting/banquet facilities
Packed lunches
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Excellent breakfast choices
Cons:
Cleanliness issues in some areas
Rooms might need updating

Categories

Cleanliness
6.65
Mixed sentiment with mentions of cobwebs and outdated rooms.
Service
8.65
Staff were friendly and helpful, enhancing the overall experience.
Location
8.65
Perfect location in the center of Warkworth and close to the castle.
Room Quality
7.15
Rooms were comfortable but some described as small and needing refurbishing.
Amenities
7.65
Good breakfast options, but limited Wi-Fi.
Value for Money
8.15
Excellent value, especially given the location and services.
Food and Beverage
8.15
Good food options available and highly rated breakfast.
Overall Experience
8.15
Generally positive experience with minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 16:08

Property Description

Historic Setting Opposite Warkworth Castle

Elegant Rooms with Free WiFi

British Cuisine and Garden Dining

Escape to The Sun Hotel, nestled opposite the picturesque Warkworth Castle. Enjoy the charm of this 17th-century coaching inn with elegantly decorated rooms offering modern amenities like free WiFi. Indulge in delectable British cuisine at the on-site restaurant or savor a drink in the serene garden. Explore the stunning Northumberland Heritage Coast just moments away, or take a short drive to the famous Alnwick Castle from the Harry Potter films. Book your stay now for a delightful blend of history, comfort, and natural beauty.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: NCL

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 1265 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.65
Service: 8.65
Location: 8.65
Room Quality: 7.15
Amenities: 7.65
Value for Money: 8.15
Food and Beverage: 8.15
Overall Experience: 8.15
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SMITH • extended_group • gb
8
Pros:

Excellent breakfast and breakfast room

Cons:

Open the restaurant in the evening rather than going next door to eat.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Anne-Marie • couple • gb
7
Lovely old hotel with great breakfast but needs window maintenance!
Pros:

Lovely rooms, very well appointed and great breakfast

Cons:

My window was jammed open and couldn’t be shut, bolt jammed. I rang reception bell five times around 8pm to no response. Had to stuff gap with towels to keep out coolair and traffic. This was a shame as a lovely old building but at huge cost for one night for two rooms (absolutely nowhere to be had this week on coast) this was a let down.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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john • solo_traveller • gb
9
2 night stay in comfortable hotel.
Pros:

Pleasant hotel on the edge of town and opposite the castle.Comfy beds, good shower in large room.Good breakfast inc. Craister kippers.

Cons:

All good.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • gb
4
Enjoyed the area and the 'Bar' food, the staff were very courteous - a plus!
Pros:

Breakfast was good and copious

Cons:

The staircarpet was very grubby,
Only one chair in our room
Toilet very weak flush
Room had no aeration, overnight the window was steamed up. The bed squeaked on the right hand side.
Water pressure was feeble. Otherwise good

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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SAM-C • family_with_children • gb
8
I would stay here again.
Pros:

Cosy. Great location, close to village amenities and castle and plenty of parking. Good choice of pub/restaurants. Helpful staff. Nice choice of breakfast. Well cooked meals.

Cons:

No lock on back of room door, nor a do not disturb sign. Wonky sink hot tap spashed water everywhere and extractor not working. Difficulty opening window. All these problems can be easily fixed. Issue with plug sockets all with middle bed of 3 but we worked around it.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Rosie • family_with_children • gb
8
Overall lovely stay, we were there for a wedding so really convenient, comfortable and great breakfast included!
Pros:

Great location, lovely pub next door, great breakfast and comfy beds

Cons:

Family room was a little snug for 3

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • gb
7
Overall a decent stay, but the breakfast was poor.
Pros:

Nice setting, staff were good.

Cons:

Prices and poor workman ship in the bathroom

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Nicole • solo_traveller • gb
7
Amazing breakfast and location. Very basic stay but good value for money
Pros:

Amazing breakfast and location. Very basic stay but good value for money

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Harry • extended_group • gb
7
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Ian • extended_group • gb
10
Great stay
Pros:

Beautiful room, excellent location and view. Very good food and great service.

Cons:

WiFi not good in the bedrooms

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Barrie • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Tony • couple • gb
7
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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william • extended_group • gb
3
Nice village but would not book this hotel again as we had very poor rooms as we are pensioners with restricted mobility
Pros:

The food was good

Cons:

The rooms were very poor was put into room 15 which had no shower and bed was uncomfortable and was on top floor with no internet connection
The other room we booked room 4 was very small and no internet
Breakfast was very good and staff were very good but you had to go out main door to have evening meal which was good but location was in the bar

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Louise • couple • gb
2
Don’t do it!!!!
Pros:

The hotel was in a brilliant location for the beautiful castle opposite.
The food in the pub and breakfast was good and the young barman there for the night of the quiz was excellent.

Cons:

The hotel was very tired and needed a good makeover. Under our bed was filthy, the curtains were about to fall down, there was no hot water it came out in dribbles! Just don’t go.
The staff were miserable, very unhelpful, no smiles at all, apart from the young barman on the quiz night.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
5
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Mark • extended_group • gb
7
Whole village shut up early
Pros:

Breakfast was good
Bed comfy

Cons:

Pub closed early

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Emma • extended_group • gb
8
Great customer service from the team who went the extra mile for us
Pros:

Great pub with good food and service
Friendly and helpful staff that went the extra mile for us

Cons:

Mattresses not great

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • couple • gb
7
Fine for one night if you’re
Pros:

In a great location

Cons:

The wifi didn’t work at all. The rooms were barely clean. A layer of dust on all surfaces and horrible non laundered throws on the bed.
One poor guy seemed to be doing all the jobs with no help.

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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michael • solo_traveller • gb
5
Pros:

Location was great.

Cons:

Room needs a deep clean. Light shade, skirting boards, shower etc really dirty.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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hazel • extended_group • gb
8
Quite enjoyable
Pros:

Room and breakfast

Cons:

overpriced food and drink in bar compared to other pubs in town

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee