3 Star Hotel

Dunstanburgh Castle Inn

Front Street, Embleton, United Kingdom View Map

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Dunstanburgh Castle Inn

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Located in the heart of Embleton, a picturesque village on the Northumberland coast, Dunstanburgh Castle Inn includes free WiFi access and free parking for all guests. Just 1.2 miles from Embleton Bay, Dunstanburgh Castle is also 2.2 miles away. Each room features a TV and an electric kettle. Featuring a shower, the private bathroom also comes with a bath and a hairdryer. Extras include bed linen and ironing facilities. At Dunstanburgh Castle Inn there is a garden and a bar. Other facilities offered at the property include a shared lounge and luggage storage. The award-winning restaurant serves fresh, ethically produced food daily. From the property, Dunstanburgh Castle Golf Course is a 3-minute drive away and Alnwick Castle is 16 minutes' drive away.

328 Reviews

8.7Very Good
Cleanliness
8.9
Staff
9.5
Location
9.4

What Guests Say

  • “It was a wonderful place to stay. Staff were really friendly, food was great, location was amazing, short walk to the beach. The room…”
  • “Lovely hotel i went for my birthday and hotel were aware of it my partner had flowered delivered to my room. Bit disappointed I didnt…”
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Top Amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Parking
  • Pets Allowed
  • Beachfront
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
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Superior Twin Room1/4

Superior Twin Room

130 sqft • 2 Single

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  • Body soap
  • Carpeting
  • Closet
Classic Double1/2

Classic Double

130 sqft • 1 Double

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  • Clothes rack
Standard Double Room1/4

Standard Double Room

216 sqft • 1 Double

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Single Room1/3

Single Room

87 sqft • 1 Single

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Standard Twin Room1/3

Standard Twin Room

216 sqft • 2 Single

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Deluxe Double Room1/4

Deluxe Double Room

130 sqft • 1 Double

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    What Guests Loved

    8.7
    Very Good

    Based on 328 reviews

    Location

    9.4

    Cleanliness

    8.9

    Staff

    9.5

    Overall Quality

    8.7

    Pros +

    • It was a wonderful place to stay. Staff were really friendly, food was great, location was amazing, short walk to the beach. The room was spacious and the bed was huge and so comfortable.
    • Lovely hotel i went for my birthday and hotel were aware of it my partner had flowered delivered to my room. Bit disappointed I didnt get a free drink as a gesture which would of been nice we ate both nights in Hotel a gesture would of been nice !
    • A lovely friendly Inn offering good bedrooms , comfortable public spaces, a great bar and delicious food. The spectacular Northumberland coast and the coastal long distance path is a short walk away.

    Cons -

    • Celebration of birthday a gesture of free drink would of been nice ! Room was cold when we arrived and were told heating doesn't go on until 3pm we arrived early at 2.15 check in is 3pm so room was cold the weather was awful so a boce warm room to arrive to would of been nice!
    • Nothing much - to be really picky the bedroom I had was a little dated.
    • Nothing. All good.
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    10StacyPosted on: 2-16-2026

    It was a wonderful place to stay. Staff were really friendly, food was great, location was amazing, short walk to the beach. The room was spacious and the bed was huge and so comfortable.

    8BrendaPosted on: 2-12-2026

    Lovely hotel i went for my birthday and hotel were aware of it my partner had flowered delivered to my room. Bit disappointed I didnt get a free drink as a gesture which would of been nice we ate both nights in Hotel a gesture would of been nice !

    Celebration of birthday a gesture of free drink would of been nice ! Room was cold when we arrived and were told heating doesn't go on until 3pm we arrived early at 2.15 check in is 3pm so room was cold the weather was awful so a boce warm room to arrive to would of been nice!

    9IanPosted on: 2-11-2026

    A lovely friendly Inn offering good bedrooms , comfortable public spaces, a great bar and delicious food. The spectacular Northumberland coast and the coastal long distance path is a short walk away.

    Nothing much - to be really picky the bedroom I had was a little dated.

    9GillianPosted on: 2-9-2026

    Very dog friendly. Efficient and helpful staff. Great food, excellent breakfast.

    Nothing. All good.

    7KeithPosted on: 2-2-2026

    Lovely pub/hotel, friendly staff, great food and a very nice pint of Timothy Taylor’s Landlord, very convenient for a wedding at nearby Newton Hall and the beautiful Northumberland coast.

    Room a little dated but had everything needed. Would definitely stay again if in the area.

    8JosephPosted on: 2-2-2026

    Very clean and welcoming!Great location and a short distance from the wedding venue, we were attending!

    Only two negatives!All rooms upstairs, no lift!Bathroom floor very noisy in room 8!

    9KeithPosted on: 2-1-2026

    Always a great stay at the Dunstanburgh, at the heart of the village. Super comfy beds, lovely breakfast and good dinner menu. Range of beers in the bar and friendly staff all round.

    9BarbaraPosted on: 1-30-2026

    Good food, generous portion. Good location for coastal walks and bird watching. Shop in the village

    Good fish but less choice for vegetarians

    10MaryPosted on: 1-29-2026

    Lovely hotel in a beautiful village Immaculately clean Good home cooked food All staff (bar staff, housekeepers, reception) very friendly and welcoming

    Can’t think of anything l didn’t like

    2DunnettPosted on: 1-28-2026

    We did eat an evening meal in the bar - it was good, once we waited for a while to be served.

    Only one chair in the superior twin room which was shabby and stained as was the carpet. The beds squeaked at almost every turn, the bedding and towels were good and clean. The bathroom floor had a terrible squeak that woke anyone sleeping when the other person used it in the night. There was no usable wi-fi until we were allowed to access the staff secure wi-fi. The television did not work other than for a few minutes late at night. I would not describe this room as "superior".

    9CatherinePosted on: 1-28-2026

    I loved the warm Christmassy atmosphere of the hotel and the food (I had dinner on two nights and one breakfast) was absolutely delicious. It was wonderful to sit by the fire in the bar. My room was cosy and the bed was super-comfy. Everyone was so friendly and my cleaner gave me wonderful advice for my visit to Alnwick. There was plenty of tea/coffee supplies in my room with delicious locally-made biscuits. The hotel was extremely good value for three nights. Parking was easy outside the hotel or around the side on the road. Just near the hotel is a wonderful gift shop and delicatessen.

    I couldn't get the shower to run really hot. There was no long mirror (I was going to a wedding!) but the cleaner took me to an empty room where there was one!

    10SimonPosted on: 1-26-2026

    Great location, nice room and the staff were lovely.

    10KarenPosted on: 1-19-2026

    Check in was quick and well prepared.The room was clean and fresh, and warm, it was mid January so warmth is important.We ate dinner in the restaurant, no pre booking for a table required, it appeared that the hotel always accommodates guests wanting to eat in the restaurant.The food was excellent and very reasonably priced, around £60 for 2 people having starters and mains, both courses were generous portions.A comfortable base, well positioned for exploring the Northumberland coast, definitely one to return to.

    Our stay was too short and on reflection we should have based ourselves there for the duration of the weekend trip.

    10LisaPosted on: 1-3-2026

    Very friendly,great location and very functional . Great breakfast and great bar /restaurant.

    10ArklessPosted on: 12-24-2025

    Loved the location. Very very clean presentable rooms .Cosy and warm. Food was amazing and fairly priced.

    10ThomasPosted on: 12-23-2025

    Very clean, peaceful, with lovely staff, food was very good

    9RosaleenPosted on: 12-22-2025

    Welcoming, cosy and homely little hotel. Friendly staff. Family feel with up to date decor and near some of the most beautiful and iconic Northumbrian beaches and scenery. Perfect.

    Very warm room .

    9JanePosted on: 12-20-2025

    Very comfortable bed and good bed linen. Powerful shower. Good sized room. Very clean. Great on-site bar & restaurant. Dining room was lovely with friendly attentive staff. Decent choice for cooked breakfast offerings and yes, the most delicious sticky toffee pudding!

    Not a negative but for some rooms it’s up stairs, through doors, along corridors but to be expected in older properties. If you think ahead you could ask for a closer room.

    9SimonPosted on: 12-12-2025

    Comfortable bed and large room with sofa.Great evening meal-seabass.Welcoming and friendly staff.

    Smart TV didn't work.

    10JuliePosted on: 12-7-2025

    Lovely hotel in a great location. Very nice staff. Lovely evening meal and good breakfast. Was given a free upgrade which was very nice!

    Amenities & Policies

    Amenities

    Swimming & Soaking

    • Beachfront

    Food & Drinks

    • Restaurant

    Media & Technology

    • Free Internet Access

    Transportation

    • Free Parking

    Health & Safety

    • Health Services
    • Daily disinfection

    Kid Friendly

    • Family Friendly

    General

    • Pets Allowed
    • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities

    Guest policies

    Check-inAfter 3:00 PM
    Check-outBefore 10:00 AM
    InternetFree Wi-Fi is available.
    ParkingFree parking is available.
    Children & Extra BedsChildren of all ages are welcome.
    PetsPets are allowed. Charges may apply.
    Room RatesAll rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

    Location

    Dunstanburgh Castle Inn

    Front Street, Embleton