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The Moorings

3.0 star property

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Classic Twin Room, Private Bathroom | 1 bedroom
Standard Double Room, Accessible, Ensuite (Disabled access) | Bathroom

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is SAR 248
SAR 297 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul

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Classic Twin Room, Private Bathroom | 1 bedroom

Classic Twin Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Deck/patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Heating
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room, Accessible, Ensuite (Disabled access) | 1 bedroom

Standard Double Room, Accessible, Ensuite (Disabled access)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Room 2 with Terrace) | 1 bedroom

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Room 2 with Terrace)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Heating
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Room 7 Double) | 1 bedroom

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Room 7 Double)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double Room, Ensuite (Room 5) | 1 bedroom

Classic Double Room, Ensuite (Room 5)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Heating
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Bluehouse Bank, Chester-le-Street, England, DH2 3JU

What's nearby

  • Beamish Open Air Museum - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Lumley Castle - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Diggerland - 12 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Durham Cathedral - 14 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Durham University - 14 min drive - 14.3 km

Getting around

  • Chester-le-Street Station - 7 min drive
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Whitehills - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Inn - Newfield Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Brendas Fish Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beamish Mary Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cookson Spice - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Moorings

Hotel near Beamish Open Air Museum
Consider a stay at The Moorings and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and a bar. Be sure to enjoy kids' meals at the on-site restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Breakfast (surcharge), a computer station, and an elevator
  • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and barbecue grills

Languages

English

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SAR 266 total
includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoke-free property

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit/debit cards
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

Property is also known as

The Moorings Hotel
The Moorings Chester-le-Street
The Moorings Hotel Chester-le-Street

Frequently asked questions

Is The Moorings pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Moorings?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Moorings?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM.

What time is check-out at The Moorings?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Moorings located?

Situated in Chester-le-Street, this hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Waldridge Fell Country Park and within 3 mi (5 km) of Holmside Park and Beamish Open Air Museum. Beamish Wild and Lumley Castle are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Moorings Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 100 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although I was the only resident at the hotel that night I was well catered for. I was disappointed the restaurant was closed but it must have been a quiet night. My breakfast was prepared and left for me and entry instructions to the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely stopover. Room was spotless, the bed heavenly and the reception at breakfast was wonderful. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely Stay

Our contactors stayed here and they said it was a lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

john

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Quite
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Right good !

Very enjoyable stay,very comfortable rooms found shower over corner bath a bit of a challenge to stand under comfortably. Staff very friendly, meals exceptional as well as a hearty breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A little hidden gem

We had a pleasant stay and the staff were very friendly. Our only issue was we found it cold although the heating was on in the room. We would come back and definitely recommend this little hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room, with power rainfall shower. I know breakfast is free but the Jelly did make us laugh ! 😃 room was spotless, bed really comfortable. Good value for money 💰
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The Moorings

Although out of season, a quiet period for the Moorings, the accomodation and staff made us welcome
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

An exceptionally welcoming place

We stayed while visiting the Beamish museum. The rooms are similar in quality to those in chain hotels but what makes it special is that it is family owned and run and their attention to their guests is outstanding. I cannot speak too highly of Lesley with whom we had most contact during our stay. The food in their restaurant is of decent quality and generous to a fault, a similar comment applying to their breakfasts. If you want somewhere welcoming and reasonably priced while visiting Beamish look to further.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay

Amazing hotel with a fantastic restaurant attached food lovely and service outstanding
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good base for touring around

Just a 1 night stay while working in the area. Good friendly place decent food & people
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay

Wonderful service from start to finish. Staff were so kind and always eager to help.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel. Second time I’ve stayed there. Expect to revisit at some point.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Holiday

Excellent stay good value for money staff really friendly and helpful food great
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Handy countryside hotel

Well situated for visiting Beamish, Durham, Newcastle or the county cricket ground- good sized clean room - there is a good bar and restaurant on the first floor
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

LINDA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Beamish. Excellent staff. lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Superb find

Excellent stay, staff very caring and room warm clean and comfortable. Excellent bed and bedding superb bathroom facilities and a great terrace off the bedroom. Will definately stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They gave us a very warm welcome and even though it was quite late, cooked us a good meal as soon as we arrived. The room and en-suite were very spacious and the bed comfortable. We really enjoyed the quietness there.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic

The service was fantastic,over fed at breakfast,the on site restaurant was amazing will definitely be back
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely staff but no WiFi and the bar downstairs wasn't open the food in the restaurant was delicious
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice location good room, could help ifit had sime seating in the room
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

William Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Moorings Hotel visit.

The stay overall was very good, the hotel and room were clean and the bonus of having the Italian bistro next door was brilliant.( good food and caring chef ) In respect of the team on duty, everyone was very friendly and attentive making the stay very enjoyable and would have no hesitation staying next time i am up in the north, a big thanks to everyone.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One night of comfort

An overnight stop following a long day at Beamish Museum. The Moorings provided all that we needed close by before a long journey home next day. The restaurant staff were excellent, recommending excellent food that was good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic and friendly

Lovely modern room , excellent service nothing was too much trouble ... Pablo was friendlly and informative about places in the area .would definitely return . Wish the new owners good luck in their new venture .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

A good location for celebrations and weekends.

The Moorings changed hands six months before our visit. Interestingly it is now more of an Italian Restaurant with an accomodation block. The staff are friendly and helpful. The only down point is breakfast is basic and isn't served until 9.00am.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023