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The Moorings

3.0 star property

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Garden
Exterior
Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Room 7 Double)
Standard Double Room, Accessible, Ensuite (Disabled access) | Bathroom
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Bluehouse Bank, Chester-le-Street, England, DH2 3JU
  • Place, Waldridge Fell Country Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Durham University
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Durham Cathedral
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, Accessible, Ensuite (Disabled access)

Standard Double Room, Accessible, Ensuite (Disabled access)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Room 2 with Terrace)

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Room 2 with Terrace)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Twin Room, Private Bathroom

Classic Twin Room, Private Bathroom

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

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Classic Double Room, Ensuite (Room 5)

Classic Double Room, Ensuite (Room 5)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Room 7 Double)

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Room 7 Double)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Chester-le-Street

Located within a mile (2 km) of Waldridge Fell Country Park, The Moorings is within 3 miles (5 km) of Beamish Open Air Museum. This 7-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Waldridge Fell Country Park - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Lumley Castle - 10 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Durham University - 17 min drive - 9.1 miles
  • Durham Cathedral - 18 min drive - 9.3 miles
  • Durham Castle - 18 min drive - 9.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪That Crafty Brew Micropub & Bottle Shop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Moorings Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Garden Farm Pub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Beamish Mary Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Himalaya - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Moorings

The Moorings features free WiFi in public areas, a computer station, and a terrace. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide luggage storage. Additional amenities include barbecue grills, a picnic area, and a garden.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • High chair

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
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Food and drink

  • Ice maker

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 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

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.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to The Moorings?

This hotel is located in Chester-le-Street, close to Beamish Open Air Museum, Lumley Castle, and Diggerland. You'll also find Beamish Wild and Beamish Adventure Park within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Moorings?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does The Moorings include a casino at the property?

No, The Moorings doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Moorings?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Moorings?

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

Does The Moorings have a hot tub?

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

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

No, The Moorings doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Moorings allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Moorings.

Does The Moorings have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to The Moorings?

The closest major airport to The Moorings is Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL), which is 19.3 mi away (36 minutes by car). Another top airport is Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.), which is around 25 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Moorings?

Yes, some guestrooms at The Moorings offer a deck/patio.

The Moorings Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 143 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 143 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 143 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 143 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 143 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

M

Traveled with family
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

M

Traveled with family
Parking was easy but then you have to walk down steps to get to your room.The hotel was closed for my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very friendly staff. Breakfast was the best I’ve had in a long time. Room was warm and clean and very quiet. Hope to come back when we next visit family
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Lee

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

gil

Liked: Cleanliness
Never saw any staff, but the room was warm and clean, with lots of very hot water.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes and staff excellent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Sheila

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Bedroom carpet could do with cleaning. Bedroom to restaurant involved a short walk outside, Staff and food were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes the room was clean and the staff very pleasant. However, when I returned to the hotel after 5.30pm on the Sunday evening there was no one there and the heating was turned off. Luckily I had some blankets in my van that I could put on my bed as evening and night were extremely cold.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marijel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I really enjoyed my stay in The Moorings. From the staff, food, services, and room. Excellent! Thank you . Will recommend and will stay again in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

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

A lovely stay

The staff were very friendly and helpful, a great breakfast and the room was tidy and cosy. Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

M

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The reason I have given only 2stars is that there was no hot water due to the boiler being broken so I could not shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

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

What a stay

It was amazing start to finish, great food, great service and lovely room they couldn't do enough for you
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely spacious room which included a small sofa, so it was comfortable to return to in the evening and watch tv. The downside was the room was at the top of the building up two flights of stairs, so not good for people with limited mobility or heavy bags. The ensuite was very small but the shower was powerful and the towels of good quality. Just a 10 minute walk to centre of Harrogate and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lisa, Pontypridd

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

joshua

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very friendly and the property was immaculate. Would 1000% stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jane

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Nice hotel

The hotel its self is lovely, nice and clean. Breakfast is fresh. 2nd time at this hotel, and will use again. Unfortunately both the mattresses in room 3 are uncomfortable to sleep on.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

James

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

llocked out

It has taken me a while to think about posting this , however ..... i recently stayed here for a night ,The moorings sits in the middle of nowhere . The hotel rooms have
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025