5* brand-new Northumberland hotel overlooking a medieval castle

Bailiffgate Hotel, Alnwick, Northumberland, United Kingdom

Time-limited

Property details

Stay in crafted luxury just a stone’s throw from the castle that brought Harry Potter’s Hogwarts to life - includes breakfast, welcome glass of fizz and late check-out
  • Luxury meets historic magic: At the dazzling new Bailiffgate Hotel, a sleek modern extension lends a luxurious edge to the charming, preserved Georgian house. Settle in for the best of northern English hospitality at quite the location: the 11th century castle you might recognise as Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry is just across the way, with rugged hillside beauty unfolding beyond. 

  • A room with a view: The bespoke collection of bedrooms pair classical Georgian charm with the decadent details of top-standard luxury. Enjoy a tipple in your room from a comfy corner, and after some indulgent dining, sink into a cloud-like bed with top-quality linens. Come morning, draw back the curtain and behold the fairy tale castle in the first sunlight.

  • Delectable British dining: Whether you spend the day on a castle tour or exploring the quaint haunts of Alnwick, be sure to return to your hotel with a good appetite. Afternoon teas are best enjoyed in the sunny Courtyard Garden, and the Commissioner’s Bar is the spot for some warming spirits by the fireplace. Expect a dinner menu bursting with local, seasonal produce, with British classics done right come breakfast time.

How to get there

If travelling by car, exit the A1 and it’s a short drive of about 5 minutes to your hotel. The closest major transport hub is Newcastle; from the train station and airport it’s an onward taxi ride of approximately 50 minutes.

Good to know

Please note that as this is a new property, some images may be computer-generated and the final décor may be slightly different when the hotel is completed. 

Entry requirements


The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.

  • Luxury meets historic magic: At the dazzling new Bailiffgate Hotel, a sleek modern extension lends a luxurious edge to the charming, preserved Georgian house. Settle in for the best of northern English hospitality at quite the location: the 11th century castle you might recognise as Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry is just across the way, with rugged hillside beauty unfolding beyond. 

  • A room with a view: The bespoke collection of bedrooms pair classical Georgian charm with the decadent details of top-standard luxury. Enjoy a tipple in your room from a comfy corner, and after some indulgent dining, sink into a cloud-like bed with top-quality linens. Come morning, draw back the curtain and behold the fairy tale castle in the first sunlight.

  • Delectable British dining: Whether you spend the day on a castle tour or exploring the quaint haunts of Alnwick, be sure to return to your hotel with a good appetite. Afternoon teas are best enjoyed in the sunny Courtyard Garden, and the Commissioner’s Bar is the spot for some warming spirits by the fireplace. Expect a dinner menu bursting with local, seasonal produce, with British classics done right come breakfast time.

How to get there

If travelling by car, exit the A1 and it’s a short drive of about 5 minutes to your hotel. The closest major transport hub is Newcastle; from the train station and airport it’s an onward taxi ride of approximately 50 minutes.

Good to know

Please note that as this is a new property, some images may be computer-generated and the final décor may be slightly different when the hotel is completed. 

Entry requirements


The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.

Facilities

  • Parking

  • Wi-Fi

  • Bar

  • Restaurant

  • Reception

  • Terrace

  • Room service

  • Housekeeping

  • Breakfast room

  • Dining room

  • Concierge service

  • Dry cleaning

Some facilities may require reservations and are subject to availability. Additional charges may apply.

This property is generally suitable for those with reduced mobility. Please enquire through our contact us page if you have any questions on the accessibility of this property for persons with reduced mobility.

Location and what's nearby

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Bailiffgate Hotel, 2-8 Bailiffgate, Alnwick NE66 1LX

You’ll be staying on the doorstep of gorgeous nature and architectural magic. Live your witch or wizard best life on a castle tour and snap some shots from the iconic broomstick lessons scene. Of course, there’s much more to discover about this historic castle: dating back to the Norman period, the castle bears battle scars, contrasting with its lavishly Renaissance interiors to wander through on your tour.

The cobbled market town of Alnwick is well worth a gander, its enchanting streets boasting bookshops and coffeeshops galore, with a local produce market every month and craft market every week in the summer. Venture into the beautiful countryside for a walk, along a windswept coastal path or through the ancient English beauty of Hulne Park. Alnwick Gardens are also well-worth a visit, a beautifully landscaped maze with impressive contemporary design.