Name: Lumley Castle
Address: Chester-Le-Street, Durham, DH3 4NX, GB

10/10

Exceptional

05 Aug 2026

Molly

Absolutely magical place to stay! The rooms were immaculate, beds very comfy, and the staff wonderful! The floor we stayed on was accessible by a small spiral staircase; large enough to get suitcases up, but perhaps not the most accessible so bear that in mind when booking. Would highly recommend taking time to walk the grounds and throughout the castle during your stay!

8/10

Excellent

05 Aug 2026

Ian

Beautiful grounds and castle. Room lovely but small. But we only stayed one night. Staff absolutely great. Not in your face but there if you needed anything and nothing too much trouble. A great stay all round. Definitely recommend to friends and family.

6/10

Pleasant

04 Aug 2026

Mark

Stayed here a few times now but sadly it was as tarnished by the breakfast staff who took my order and 30 minutes later it hadn’t arrived. I asked where it was and they proceeded to take my order again. I didn’t have time to wait for it so I had to leave.
They gave me a refund for my breakfast which was fine.

10/10

Exceptional

03 Aug 2026

Lauretta

Very friendly staff. Beautiful location. Rooms a little tied but served a purpose. Food excellent

10/10

Exceptional

31 Jul 2026

Mark

Very busy but well organised - thank you.

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jul 2026

John

Absolutely wonderful stay

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jul 2026

Duncan K

Fun place to stay, if one has never stayed in a castle!

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jul 2026

Mark

Lumley Castle is a fantastic experience. The staff are all brilliant and the food was amazing. The bedrooms are compact and obviously old-style but that doesn't take away from an unforgettable stay and we will definitely be back.

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jul 2026

Wynwood

The castle was quirky and interesting. The only criticism would be that the lights in the rooms were very low wattage and thus the room appeared very dark which made it difficult to read anything. Perhaps at least one light with a bright bulb would be good.
The staff were very helpful and friendly, and the food in the restaurant was excellent. It was a very pleasant stay in a historic building which was set in a nice location nearby to the main town and an excellent base for travelling around the area.

8/10

Excellent

26 Jul 2026

Alison

Staff were wonderful, breakfast was great, bar food was expensive and not great quality, so would avoid eating there in the evenings.

Location is great for Beamish and Durham.

8/10

Excellent

26 Jul 2026

Mark

Staff were friendly and helpful, room was lovely, we had a lovely 2 day stay and a bonus was the weather was great \"thank you \" Mark and Jess xx

8/10

Excellent

25 Jul 2026

Maureen

The hotel is magnificent, the staff are so helpful and friendly and we will be returning.

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jul 2026

JESSICA

Lovely staff,very helpful,we enjoyed our stay & i wanted the courtyard superier which had more space & loved the different selection of tea too chocolate drinks,cleaners are lovely too, & I loved the architecture of this beautiful castle, also we got to meet the castle cat popit,she was a lovely friendly cat,

8/10

Excellent

25 Jul 2026

Rocky

clean room staff was chatty and helpful breakfast was good not used bar overall good

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jul 2026

David

Ww wanted an authentic castle stay and that's exactly what it is. Staff were wonderful, bar and restaurant were superb. Castle steeped in history and very comfortable with plenty of lounge areas. Room was spacious and comfortable and we couldn't have enjoyed our stay any.more!

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jul 2026

Kim

Helpful staff

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jul 2026

Stephanie

Amazing historic building. Friendly staff
Excellent breakfast Lovely views

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jul 2026

Jill

Fabulous room - really enjoyed our stay

8/10

Excellent

19 Jul 2026

Tim

Amazing property. 600 years old so you should expect some issues. It was lovely though.

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jul 2026

irene

I love this hotel and have stayed there three times now. Close to Durham for a lovely walk around.
We stayed in the actual castle at the top, which was lovely, but there were so many stairs.
We also stayed in the stables, which is where I prefer. Super food and the breakfasts are fabulous. We just like to stay for a while and are about to book again. Great place 👌

Partner

8/10

Excellent

18 Jul 2026

Paul

I was working so it was a quick stop over :) wish I was there longer to view this amazing building

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jul 2026

Paul

It's a 14th century castle, so authentic, the service & the ambience were exceptional. David & Dean in reception were outstanding, nothing was too much trouble. All the other staff were also outstanding & the food was delicious.

4/10

Poor

17 Jul 2026

michael

Lovely building, but expect 1800’s style rooms!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

16 Jul 2026

Pam

The property and the room itself were beautiful. We were given an upgrade free of charge which was much appreciated. The location is also very convenient. The staff at the reception were very friendly and helpful.

The only thing that spoilt the stay was the cooked breakfast. The bacon and mushrooms were like leather and we could not eat it. On the second day we stuck to the continental items to be safe.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jul 2026

Jenny

Check-in was excellent. The staff were warm, welcoming, and attentive from the moment we arrived, making us feel at home straight away. The process was smooth and efficient, and it was a lovely surprise that they had noted we were celebrating a birthday and acknowledged it on arrival. That thoughtful touch made our stay feel even more special.

Service throughout our stay was consistently excellent and much appreciated.

The hotel could improve by making the room service menu available within the online guest guidebook instead of directing guests to contact reception. It is also worth noting that the advertised cigar and fine spirits den is not currently available, which may be disappointing for guests expecting this facility.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jul 2026

Felipe

Lovely location. The dinner was very good.

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jul 2026

Lynn

Breakfast was delicious with a good choice for both continental and cooked breakfast

Partner

8/10

Excellent

12 Jul 2026

Andrew

Loved our stay at Lumley Castle! Loads of character and lovely staff. Our room got a bit warm, but the amazing breakfast and unique atmosphere totally made up for it. Way better than a boring chain hotel.

Partner

4/10

Poor

11 Jul 2026

Karen

Hotel looks amazing outside and communal areas were ok … we stayed in a courtyard room which was very dated. Bathroom had mould around bath. We fully understood it was very hot when we stayed but a fridge to put the bottled water supplied by the hotel would have been good as it was very warm ! Generally hotel and staff ok just feel it was all needed an bit of a paint and spruce up in our room

Partner

8/10

Excellent

11 Jul 2026

Christine

Lumley castle is in a beautiful area with an amazing history. The staff were very helpful, polite, attentive and cheery. Evening dining was excellent with a wide selection offered. Breakfast was also excellent with a good selection on offer. Drinks were expensive.
Unfortunately our room (Castle classic) described as a double was very small, with a lack of seating for 2 people (1 chair and a stool - no table). The bed was reasonably comfortable but there was little room at either side to negotiate getting in and out of it. There were plenty of plug sockets which was great but no USB connection points.
The television was very small and difficult to watch - the only place to watch it was from the bed.
There was a small step to enter the bathroom which was not easily identified and caused both of us to trip a couple of times. Surely this is a health & safety hazard. We thought that we had booked a walk-in shower (as per room info) but found it to be an over bath shower. The temperature of the shower was difficult to regulate, especially whilst in the shower. There also appeared to be a drainage problem as the water built up in the bath to above ankle level.
The room was reasonably clean but very tired looking. The entrance door and the bathroom door were both difficult to open and close as they dragged on the carpet.
Overall we enjoyed our stay, the castle being magnificent inside and out. Whilst we appreciate the castle's age the room we had would benefit from some TLC.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jul 2026

William Owen

As a 600-year old castle, the hotel has a wonderful atmosphere, and all the staff gave a warm and relaxed welcome. We had room in the castle itself, and didn't think it over-expensive at all by our modest standards: excellent facilities, and very good options for eating in the library/bar or the restaurant. You do need a car as the hotel is outside the town - beside a golf course that welcomes visitors, and the Durham Cricket Club ground. We've stayed before, and will be back. The only grumble I can make is that the toast with an otherwise excellent breakfast was consistently a bit soggy!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jul 2026

Andrew

Decor of Room matched the ambiance of the castle. Staff were friendly and helpful and the breakfast was one of the best I’ve ever had in a hotel.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jul 2026

Jeff

An enjoyable stay as always. Staff extremely helpful and nice. Room clean and comfortable. Would have no hesitation in recommending it to any one.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jul 2026

David

Great spot and a beautiful dat at the castle. Comfortable bed. Nice facilities. Dinner was basic English fare but very tasty. Breakfast was extensive

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jul 2026

Priti

Simply beautiful and the staff were great at the reception. I met 2 Andrew’s and David and they were very helpful.
Breakfast was good although the staff seemed less friendly when requested a different table for breakfast and announced it loudly. Something to note when guests make a discrete request- please keep it discrete.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jul 2026

Glynnis

Very friendly welcome and beautiful accommodation. Will stay again. Highly recommend.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jul 2026

Todd

True castle atmosphere. There was a college prom going on the night we arrived which added to the fun. We enjoyed a meal in the dinning room. Excellent food and service. Room was a little stuffy but we were able to open a window. Would definitely stay again.

Family

8/10

Excellent

06 Jul 2026

Simon

Would recommend everything was fantastic

Partner

8/10

Excellent

04 Jul 2026

Anthony

Breakfasts were great plenty of staff and no waiting
Food and bar very expensive however.
Great looking rooms but only a small selection of small drawers for clothing
Good location for main route
accessibility
Some ants on dressing table when we retuned to room on several occasions
Unlikely to stay here again

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

02 Jul 2026

Alison

For a four star hotel this establishment left much to be desired. The room was very tired and in desperate need of some TLC. The breakfast was ok but I advise against eating your evening meal in the hotel; overpriced and of very poor quality. The foyer area to our suite was full of leaves that had blown in and was NEVER swept clean throughout our stay.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jul 2026

Tamaris

The hotel is a delightful experience. It is in a quiet location overlooking Chester-le-Street, but within walking distance of the town and Riverside Park.
The room was comfortable and clean. The decor is in keeping with the theme of the castle, and well maintained.
Reception, bar and restaurant staff are very friendly and helpful. Breakfast choices are extensive and the restaurant caters for vegan and GF diners.
Lumley Castle is my first choice for staying in the Newcastle area; it never disappoints.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jul 2026

Margaret

Lovely relaxed quiet atmosphere
Very helpful and friendly staff

Partner

2/10

Poor

28 Jun 2026

Jennifer

Put in a room over a party where we couldn’t sleep. Then moved to a room with a bathroom that didn’t work.

6/10

Pleasant

26 Jun 2026

Eugene

The hotel is well positioned and presented, occupying a strategic location overlooking the town.
The room occupied was on par for the standard of the hotel, albeit the slope of the floor in the shower made you feel as though you might tumble out of the shower.
The restaurant felt somewhat cramped with tables sited at both ground level and on raised platforms, which gave the impression of either looking down on other diners or being watched.
The staff were polite and professional with the food offering good.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jun 2026

Michelle

Fabulous!

8/10

Excellent

24 Jun 2026

John

Beautiful place to stay, comfortable, clean quiet and lovely gardens, castle itself is stunning visually, but seemed a little tired in places, corridors and entrances understand lots of footfall but perhaps a fresh scrub and some paint touch up. We had high tea and Prosecco and decided to stay overnight, as it was my birthday.still a very lovely place to stay.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

22 Jun 2026

melvyn

Set in a quiet location
Old castle which still has original features

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jun 2026

Karl

A great place to stay.

8/10

Excellent

18 Jun 2026

Karen

Lumley Castle is steeped in history. The layout of the communal rooms is a little random and not brilliantly signposted. Staff are all very helpful. Restaurant was good quality. Breakfast good. The rooms lack a few amenities like usb or even plugs by the bed. Soap and shampoo is all that is provided in the bathrooms, which is unusual for a more luxury branded hotel. All small things but would make a difference. but overall it was a very pleasant stay.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jun 2026

Janet

Had a lovely overnight stay for my special birthday. Beautiful afternoon tea with helpful staff. Room was oldie and so comfortable - had a lovely nights' sleep and was woken up by the dawn chorus.
Gorgeous! Definitely 10/10

Self

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jun 2026

Edward

Room was amazing, food was 10/10.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jun 2026

Stephen

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

Self

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jun 2026

Katie

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.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

10 Jun 2026

Chris

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

8/10

Excellent

10 Jun 2026

John

Comfortable stay in a nice location

Self

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jun 2026

GILLIAN

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!

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

09 Jun 2026

Sydney

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.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

09 Jun 2026

John

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.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

08 Jun 2026

Peter

Everything excellent, though was surprised a barista coffee was £2.50 extra at Breakfast

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jun 2026

STEVEN

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

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jun 2026

John

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.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jun 2026

Charles

All good

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jun 2026

Martin

Excellent accommodation and the food was excellent
Would definitely stay there again

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

03 Jun 2026

Lynn

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.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 May 2026

Mark

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.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

30 May 2026

Trevor-John

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..

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 May 2026

Maria

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.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 May 2026

Jacqueline

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

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 May 2026

Paul

Beautiful building, fantastic surroundings. Very clean. Great selection and beautiful food. Very friendly and helpful staff. 100% recommended and we will be back.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

27 May 2026

Nigel

Quirky venue, traditional castle, nice food and friendly staff

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 May 2026

Caroline

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.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 May 2026

Sarah

We returned after the room had been serviced to find my little girls teddy tucked up in bed with a packet of biscuits. She was thrilled. Lovely thought. Thank you to the room service team!

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

25 May 2026

Dennis

Excellent service and castle looks amazing. Enjoyed my stay here.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

25 May 2026

melanie

Amazing place to stay and food was some of the best I have ever tasted

Partner

8/10

Excellent

23 May 2026

Alfred

Enjoyed our stay in a hotel with loads of character being a castle.
Everyone really friendly.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 May 2026

Maynard

Great experience. Staff was wonderful. Meals were very tasty. We will be returning at a later date to spend more time there.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

21 May 2026

Jane

Room was spotlessly clean (apart from some mould on the shower strip). Comfortable room and plenty of space, nice and quiet. Only gripe is the room was very hot, a small fan was provided in the room but had little effect. Breakfast was very good, the continental was plentiful and the got breakfast was cooked well. Didn't eat in the dining room but the bar staff where we had drinks were all very nice. Lovely building to explore.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 May 2026

Allan

A lovely atmosphere quiet and comfortable

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

21 May 2026

Paul

The coach house rooms are quite small and rather dated. The room I stayed in ( number 6) had a piece of flooring that if it was not for the fitted carpet/underlay I swear I’d have fallen through. The shower was in the eves of the room which meant for a 6’1” man I am the shower head was around shoulder height… also being that tall I could see the cistern had not been wiped over for a long while. Also the moving of a presume the owners loud porches and subsequent electrical sanding down at circa 8-9 am in the courtyard meant that even if you wanted to sleep in you could not…
Overall the staff are amazingly attentive ( but with the 12.5% added to all your purchases they should be) and in fairness the food was piping hot when they served it
Eating in the bar is indigestion in a room as the seats are high and the tables low.
The restaurant ( where I had breakfast only) was lovely albeit you needed to hike to get your continental. The Eggs Benedict was not the best… I suggest rocket used in place of the cress and I’m pretty sure my ham was a little old.
Over all a lovely experience but not what I had expected. Would I stay again… yes so long as there was no other option available.
Trip was business, no I did not complain as we British just don’t do that!

Self

10/10

Exceptional

20 May 2026

vivien

Great atmosphere throughout. We were upgraded to a featured room. A surprise bathroom behind the wardrobe. Great powerful shower. Love everything. The only thing is missing is a small fridge.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 May 2026

Nick

The castle is a fascinating place to stay with great staff and lovely surroundings

Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 May 2026

Maurice

Fab venue

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 May 2026

Kevin

Stunning castle location, as its well over 100 years old wonky floors should be expected. Our ground floor room was right next to some stairs which I thought might have been a problem but apart from the odd guest with diving boots on early on we didn't get disturbed. You get what you pay for and as such the restaurant was a bit pricey but the food was excellent and the staff very pleasant. The grounds are very picturesque with a golf course next door. Well worth a visit.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 May 2026

Tracy

Clean rooms staff so helpful breakfast was excellent with plenty of choice. Lovely calming atmosphere in the bar . Will definitely be going back in the future.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 May 2026

Mary

This is an amazing experience. Staying in a castle. Would highly recommend

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 May 2026

Julie

Fabulous to stay in a castle, food was outstanding. Will definitely be back

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 May 2026

Adetunji

Was a good experience overall. Hopefully will come back again sometime

Self

8/10

Excellent

13 May 2026

Christopher

We stayed in an upstairs courtyard room. The room was clean and well presented with the bedding fresh. All the staff that we interacted with were a credit to the hotel and nothing felt like too much trouble. We opted for breakfast each morning of our two night stay and the quality of the ingredients and service were a highlight of our visit. The external door of our block was a problem as difficult to shut without banging and others left it unlocked. We noticed this with most of the courtyard external doors. An interesting place to stay.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 May 2026

Karen

Wonderful characterful castle . Great friendly attentive staff . Fantastic meal , great chef

Partner

8/10

Excellent

12 May 2026

Brendan

Wonderful location, comfortable stay

Self

8/10

Excellent

07 May 2026

Kevin

Excellent, fresh breakfast. Very good selection of drinks at the bar. Spectacular building and grounds.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 May 2026

Douglass Ross

cooked breakfast slightly overcooked but the breakfast menu was varied and good. Bedrooms are clean and feel part of the castle

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 May 2026

STEPHEN

Very friendly and helpful staff, a nice casual not stuffy place to stay with great breakfasts . A feature room is well worth the upgrade.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

02 May 2026

Katie

First time staying here, we were there for 2 nights. Reception staff were lovely, really friendly every time we spoke to them and even had a laugh on the phone. Proper nice vibe.
Breakfast staff felt a bit abrupt though, like you were being rushed while eating which wasn’t great.
The room itself was beautiful, at the top floor. That said, the stairs nearly finished me off and the blast of heat from the radiators… I almost joined the ghosts up there. Speaking of which, the place definitely has a bit of a spooky feel.
The courtyard was stunning, really peaceful, and room service was great, super friendly again. Only weird thing was we had to prop the window open with a bottle.

Overall, really nice stay with a few quirks… and yeah, a couple of spooky things did happen 👀 also I think the staff got sick of me asking about dessert of the day and being disappointed it was lemon tart!

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

02 May 2026

Stephen

My stay at Lumley Castle Hotel was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel genuinely welcome — attentive, friendly, and always ready to go the extra mile without ever being intrusive.

The room itself was beautifully presented, blending historic charm with modern comfort. The bed was incredibly comfortable — the kind that makes it very hard to get up in the morning — and ensured a perfect night’s sleep after a long day.

One standout detail was the shower: powerful, hot, and exactly what you want to relax and recharge. It’s a small thing, but it made a big difference.

Overall, Lumley Castle delivers a unique and memorable experience. The combination of character, comfort, and outstanding service makes it a place I would happily return to and highly recommend, to the point we have booked to stay longer next year.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 May 2026

Matthew

An amazing place to stay, and actual castle, it's brilliant, great staff, nice bar and restaurant. Thoroughly recommend.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 May 2026

Leo

We did not spend anytime in the main building as we were visiting family. The room we had the courtyard was cosy and comfortable. The castle setting is amazing in its own grounds next to golfcourse and quiet. We will be booking again to spend time here and have a room in the castle its self

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Apr 2026

Diane

The experience was unique, stopping in Lumley Castle. The staff were so friendly and helpful. This was a bed for the night while visiting Beamish, 11 minutes away. Beautiful setting and grounds.
We didn’t have breakfast or evening meal but would definitely go again for the full experience.
Thankyou for our time there.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Apr 2026

Lisa

Lovely room, friendly staff, great sleep!

Self

8/10

Excellent

29 Apr 2026

Cecilia

All good except no full length mirror in my room (there was space for one) so one star deducted. Breakfast was excellent.