The Pheasant Inn

Northumberland, unlike many parts of the UK, is sparsely populated and that is what makes it such an attractive getaway. With a rugged coastline, beautiful beaches, and plenty of remote countryside to explore - this is a walker's paradise. For the perfect evening, following a day in the great outdoors, it doesn't get much better than spending it beside a roaring fire nursing a pint of local ale. With this in mind, our hotel experts have compiled a list of the best pubs with rooms in Northumberland. Whether you like your pub gastro-chic or rather a more traditional stay - there is plenty to choose from. So why not browse through our list to start planning your break?

For a country escape

The Percy Arms

  • The Pheasant Inn is the epitome of a traditional inn. Downstairs is a cosy pub with a roaring fire, beamed ceilings, horse brasses adorning the walls, and local ales being pulled at the bar. Food is unpretentious and hearty while rooms are simple and cosy. Surrounded by beautiful countryside (just a mile from Kielder Water and Forest Park) - perfect for long walks.
  • Duke of Wellington Inn is a stylish yet relaxed country pub that has built a reputation on its excellent food. Offering stunning views south across the Tyne valley, this is prime walking country.
  • The Percy Arms is a relaxed country inn with rustic chic interiors. Surrounded by gorgeous walks whether it be along the coast or in the Cheviot Hills. Rooms are bright, airy, and luxurious with enormous sink-into beds. Food is elevated pub classics and the service is extra friendly.
  • The Northumberland Arms is a handsome Georgian coaching inn, in a charming Northumberland village, with six spacious boutique bedrooms. With a relaxed, rustic-chic, feel it’s good for a stylish country getaway whether you want to be active or read a book around one of the wood-burning stoves.

For a gastropub

The Hadrian Hotel

  • St Mary's Inn is a chic spot generally filled with a mix of dogs, walkers, and locals at the bar. Rooms are light and contemporary with indulgent bathrooms. Locally sourced modern British cuisine is served in the restaurant alongside a homebrewed ale. Ideal for walkers, cyclists or those looking for a pitstop on the way to Scotland.
  • The Hadrian Hotel occupies an enviable location near Hadrian's Wall and surrounded by lovely walking country. Bedrooms are simple and comfortable and the staff are noticeably friendly. However, the choice of fine dining Scandinavian cuisine (served in an appropriately hygge dining room) makes this a stand out stay.

For a romantic escape

The Joiners Arms

  • The Joiners Arms is a romantic ‘weekend treat’ gastropub, close to one of Northumberland’s prettiest beaches. Rooms are big and sexy and the best have in-room bathtubs. While the atmospheric restaurant serves modern food. A perfect country escape for two.

For a market town

Angel Inn at Colebridge

  • Angel Inn at Corbridge is a former coaching inn, in the centre of the charming market town of Corbridge. A real hub of the town, the property has undergone a rustic-chic makeover and offers smart bedrooms but the real lure is the buzzy bar that's also a locals’ favourite.

For an eco-conscious stay

Battlesteads Hotel

  • Battlesteads Hotel & Restaurant is from the outside a quintessential British inn with its yellow stone adorned by hanging flower baskets. However, the owners have ensured it has solid green principles; with a biomass boiler, solar panels and a kitchen garden all in the name of reducing their carbon footprint. With cosy rooms, innovative menus and access to beautiful countryside - this is an alluring choice.

Still not sure where to book?

The 9 Best Pubs with Rooms in Northumberland

Angel Inn at Corbridge

Northumberland

A former coaching inn, in the centre of a charming market town, with a rustic-chic makeover, smart bedrooms and a buzzy bar that's also a locals’ favourite. Sun-trap terrace, too.

  • Country Escape - Traditional British inn set in rural Northumberland, with all the trimmings and even a fish and chip takeaway!
  • Local markets - Hexham Farmers' Market takes place every second and fourth Saturday of the month, head down to pick up some fresh local produce.
  • Great walks - Wonderful walking from the hotel around the surrounding countryside.
  • Sights nearby - Corbridge Roman Site is only a ten minute walk away.
from CA$169 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
The Pheasant Inn, Northumberland

Northumberland

The epitome of a traditional inn - downstairs is a cosy pub with a roaring fire, beamed ceilings, horse brasses adorning the walls and local ales being pulled at the bar. Food is unpretentious and hearty while rooms are simple and cosy.

  • Sailing - On nearby Kielder Water.
  • Traditional
  • Fishing
  • Great walks
from CA$151 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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The Joiners Arms

Northumberland (Alnwick)

A romantic ‘weekend treat’ gastropub, close to one of Northumberland’s prettiest beaches. Rooms are big and sexy, the decoration eclectic, and the food smart and hearty. Surrounded by lovely walks and peaceful countryside, too.

  • Great walks - This is ideal great walking country with something for all abilities.
  • Restaurant - Great quality home style cooking using fresh local produce.
  • Sights nearby - Farne Islands, Alnwick Castle, Holy Island.
  • Outstanding location - Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
from CA$249 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Battlesteads Hotel & Restaurant

Northumberland (Wark on Tyne )

In the heart of Northumberland, yet still accessible, this traditional coaching inn has carved a niche for its eco-principles. Menus are inventive, much from the kitchen garden, while rooms offer a choice of cosy comfort or modern lodge-style.

  • Great walks - Hadrian's Wall & Keilder Water
  • Restaurant - Home grown food
  • Birdwatching
  • Traditional
from CA$205 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Duke of Wellington Inn

Northumberland

A stylish yet relaxed country pub with classy rooms that has built up a great following for its food despite being off the main tourist track. It makes a good base for exploring both Northumberland and Newcastle and has stunning views south across the Tyne valley.

  • Sights nearby - Hadrian’s Wall, Newcastle’s museums, galleries, historic attractions
  • Great walks - including Hadrian’s Wall long-distance path
  • Traditional
from CA$213 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
The Northumberland Arms

Northumberland (West Thirston)

A handsome Georgian coaching inn, in a charming Northumberland village, with six spacious, boutique bedrooms. With a relaxed, rustic-chic feel, it’s good for a stylish, country getaway whether you want to be active or read a book around one of the wood-burning stoves.

  • Sights nearby - Alnwick Castle & Garden, Warkworth Castle, and many National Trust properties to visit
  • Great walks - Coastal paths or country hikes, this is excellent walking country
  • Local markets - There are regular farmers' markets in both Alnwick and Morpeth
  • Restaurant - Serving pub classics/modern British cuisine
from CA$249 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
St Mary's Inn

Northumberland (Northumberland)

Large and handsome - cosy, welcoming downstairs and cool, stylish bedrooms upstairs. A great choice of food, and with a muddle of dogs, walkers and locals in the bar, it’s a friendly and welcoming base for exploring Northumberland or a useful stop-over for journeys between the south and Scotland.

  • Sights nearby - Hadrian’s Wall and Newcastle are both nearby.
  • Sailing - Take a boat out to the remote Farne Islands.
  • Great walks - Into the woods of nearby Hartburn Glebe.
  • Restaurant
from CA$160 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
The Percy Arms, Northumberland

Northumberland (Chatton )

This relaxed country inn, with a contemporary-rustic freshness and low-key country-house style bedrooms, is beautifully peaceful and well-placed for exploring both Northumberland's coast and countryside.

  • Country Escape - A charming rural retreat surrounded by picturesque Northumberland countryside.
  • Sights nearby - Visit the historic castles at Bamburgh, Chillingham, Dunstanburgh or Alnwick.
  • Great walks - Walk along the pristine beaches and through the beaches and Cheviot Hills.
  • Sailing - Take a boat trip to the Farne Islands.
from CA$249 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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The Hadrian Hotel & Hjem Restaurant

Northumberland (Hexham)

With its choice of creative dining or robust pub food, plus a location near Hadrian's Wall, this village coaching inn appeals to both adventurous foodies and walkers. Bedrooms are simple yet comfortable, the staff are welcoming and the views terrific.

  • Country Escape - A charming hotel, complete with superb food and roaring fires, surrounded by some of Northumberland's prettiest countryside
  • Foodies - The fine dining restaurant which serves Scandinavian cuisine is both ambitious and very well executed
  • Great walks - Walk alongside Hadrian’s Wall and through Northumberland National Park
  • Sights nearby - Visit the Roman sites of Housesteads Fort, Chesters Fort and Vindolanda
from CA$178 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Written by Katie Harris

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