The Lambton

3.0 star property

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Standard Twin Room, Ensuite
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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61 Front Street, Chester-le-Street, England, DH3 3BJ
  • Place, Chester-Le-Street Leisure Centre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Waldridge Fell Country Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Lumley Castle
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Suite, Ensuite (2 Adults & 2 Children )

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Chester-le-Street

Located within a mile (2 km) of Lumley Castle, The Lambton is within 3 miles (5 km) of Pelaw Grange Greyhound Stadium. This 11-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant and a bar/lounge.

What's nearby

  • Chester-Le-Street Leisure Centre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Waldridge Fell Country Park - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Lumley Castle - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Durham University - 12 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Durham Cathedral - 13 min drive - 8.7 miles

Getting around

  • Chester-le-Street Station - 3 min walk
  • South Hylton Station - 14 min drive
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wicket Gate (Wetherspoon) - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Prime Chinese take away and delivery - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪That Crafty Brew Micropub & Bottle Shop - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Butcher's Arms - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wild Bean Cafe - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Lambton

At The Lambton, guests have access to a garden. Friendly staff can provide luggage storage, and also offer advice about sightseeing.

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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • High chair

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit/debit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hotel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • There are no elevators.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of The Lambton?

This hotel is located in Chester-le-Street, close to Beamish Open Air Museum, Lumley Castle, and Angel of the North. You'll also find Pelaw Grange Greyhound Stadium and Birtley Leisure Centre within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lambton?

As of Jul 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lambton on Aug 2, 2026 start from $97, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at The Lambton?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does The Lambton feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Lambton doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Lambton?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Lambton a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a restaurant plus some guestrooms include premium bedding and free WiFi.

Does The Lambton have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Lambton feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Lambton serves breakfast for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Lambton allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Lambton.

Does The Lambton have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Lambton?

The closest major airport to The Lambton is Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL), which is 17.5 mi away (35 minutes by car). Another top airport is Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.), which is located 29.4 mi away (51-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Lambton?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Lambton.

The Lambton Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 9 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pub with rooms, clean and well invested.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was lovely nice and clean. Breakfast was spot on could not fault it
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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4/10 Poor

Richard

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Tired rooms shower poor
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Diane

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awful place. Couldnt lock room door. Bedding was dirty and had not been changed from previous customer. Drunk people in next room. Bar very noisy. Food edible.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026