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Situated just 12 km from Beamish Museum, The Red Lion Hotel features accommodation in Chester-le-Street with access to a bar, a shared lounge, as well as luggage storage space. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the bed and breakfast free of charge. The bed and breakfast has facilities for disabled guests. All units are fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kettle, a bath, a hair dryer and a wardrobe. Additional in-room amenities include wine or champagne. At the bed and breakfast, every unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. Guests are welcome to eat in the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which is open for dinner, lunch, brunch and cocktails. You can play mini-golf at The Red Lion Hotel, and the area is popular for cycling. A children's playground is also available for guests at the accommodation. Sage Gateshead is 19 km from The Red Lion Hotel, while Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art is 19 km from the property. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 32 km from the bed and breakfast.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Free parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
9.1
Location
8.5
Free WiFi
7.1
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See what guests loved the most:

  • James
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was excellent. Well prepared and hot. Good staff.
  • Steven
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Room was basic but adequate staff and breakfast superb location great easy access by bus to all areas
  • Laurie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Room was comfortable and the breakfast was amazing! Staff were really friendly and went out of their way to tell me what on the menu was gluten free. Looking forward to stay again next year.

Managed by The Red Lion Hotel

Company review score: 9.4Based on 370 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

400 year old former coach house with plenty of character on a imposing plot. Excellent traditional features with a warm welcome! Very high quality food offer at a reasonable price, with overnight guests qualifying for a 10% discount on all food and drink. Super beer garden and outdoor bar facility in the summer months. Attractive kids play area to also keep the kids entertained. Clean and well maintained, guest experience is very important to us.

Property information

400 year old former coach house with plenty of character on a imposing plot. Excellent traditional features with a warm welcome! Very high quality food offer at a reasonable price, with overnight guests qualifying for a 10% discount on all food and drink. Super beer garden and outdoor bar facility in the summer months. Attractive kids play area to also keep the kids entertained. Clean and well maintained, guest experience is very important to us.

Neighbourhood information

We are a stones throw from Durham City and also situated on the A167 to allow easy access to the A1 motorway (approximately 20-25 minutes to Newcastle by car). The nearby Durham train station provides a regular train service to Newcastle with an approximate 10 minute journey time.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      British • Steakhouse • Local • Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of The Red Lion Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Shared toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Activities
  • Mini golf
  • Cycling
  • Children's playground
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Kid meals
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Pet bowls
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

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Check-in

From 14:00 to 21:00

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Curfew

Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 23:00 and 07:00

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

FAQs about The Red Lion Hotel

  • The Red Lion Hotel is 2.2 miles from the centre of Chester-le-Street. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Red Lion Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Children's playground
    • Mini golf

  • Room options at The Red Lion Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Triple

  • The Red Lion Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant

  • The prices at The Red Lion Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Guests staying at The Red Lion Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.3).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish

  • Check-in at The Red Lion Hotel is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.