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The Highfield Hotel

3.0 star property

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Lunch and dinner served, Thai cuisine
Deluxe Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Reception
Executive Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Front of property

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Room service

Explore the area

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101 Durham Road, East Rainton, Houghton le Spring, England, DH5 9QT
  • Place, Rainton Meadows Visitor Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Hetton Lyons Country Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Finchale Priory
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

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

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Room (Bridal) | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room (Bridal)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 516 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Houghton le Spring

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Rainton Meadows Visitor Centre, The Highfield Hotel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Houghton le Spring Golf Club. This 3-star hotel has 31 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Rainton Meadows Visitor Centre - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Hetton Lyons Country Park - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Finchale Priory - 6 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Houghton le Spring Golf Club - 7 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Herrington Country Park - 8 min drive - 4.6 miles

Getting around

  • Seaham Station - 11 min drive
  • South Hylton Station - 11 min drive
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wild Boar (Wetherspoon) - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Italian Farmhouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Three Horseshoes Pub & The Back Room Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Houghton Rugby Club - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Britannia - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Highfield Hotel

Guests staying at The Highfield Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas and free newspapers. There's free parking and an airport shuttle for a fee. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready.
32-inch flat-screen TVs are available for entertainment, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers and desks are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 11 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Star of Siam

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 15.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 11.00 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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 cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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 cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash.
  • Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay.

Property is also known as

Highfield Hotel Houghton le Spring
Highfield Houghton le Spring
Highfield Hotel East Rainton,
Highfield East Rainton,
The Highfield Hotel Hotel
The Highfield Hotel Houghton le Spring
The Highfield Hotel Hotel Houghton le Spring

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Highfield Hotel?

The Highfield Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Highfield Hotel?

As of May 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Highfield Hotel on Jun 7, 2026 start from $83, 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.

What is there to do near The Highfield Hotel?

This hotel is located in Houghton le Spring, close to Lumley Castle, Durham Castle, and Adventure Valley. You'll also find Herrington Country Park and Rainton Meadows Visitor Centre within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Highfield Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Highfield Hotel feature a casino?

No, The Highfield Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Highfield Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Highfield Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at The Highfield Hotel?

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

Does The Highfield Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Highfield Hotel serves an English breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Star of Siam.

Does The Highfield Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Highfield Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at The Highfield Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from The Highfield Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Highfield Hotel is Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL), which is 25.2 mi away (42 minutes by car). Another top airport is Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.), which is located 25.4 mi away (45-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Highfield Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at The Highfield Hotel offer a balcony.

The Highfield Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 247 out of 450 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 153 out of 450 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 450 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 450 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 450 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room, great friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

amir

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Catherine

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Isobel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were friendly and helpful, room was spacious and bathroom was clean - nice to have a bath and a shower. Lovely kingsize bed (and very comfy!) No fridge in the room though which was a shame when staying for more than a night or two. Appreciated the free WiFi and decent TV. The downside was the lack of information about room cleaning times over the Christmas period. We stayed for 5 nights/6 days and only got our room cleaned (and bins emptied) twice as we kept “missing” the cleaning window, despite it saying it was between 10am-2pm and we were out the room by 12pm at the latest every day. One day we left the room at 9am specifically to get the room cleaned and returned at 12pm, and in typical fashion they hadn’t reached our room yet on this occasion. Walls were very thin too, we could hear everything in the room next door especially in their bathroom. Woken up at 12am-2am one morning when they decided to have a bath. Woken at 4am one morning by constant banging (woke up the whole floor - we did report this to reception). But staff were keen to help and the bar was absolutely fantastic. We loved having a drink or two in the bar each night and felt we could have been a million miles away. Overall, it did the job and gave us a place to stay over the festive period when visiting family, but further information about holiday cleaning service times would have been appreciated.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great friendly staff .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didnt have breakfast ,or meals but they looked very good ,room service very good ,staff friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff. Great breakfasts.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly service, nice room, good shower.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Business traveler
Liked: Amenities
Nice room fresh breakfast in the morning many thanks 👍
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good sized room with good lighting - nice to have actual ceiling lighting in a hotel room! Room very clean. I think has been recently refurbished? Staff very friendly and welcoming at breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best part of trip is the friendliness of staff genuine feeling wanted to help Would have liked vegan option for breakfast particularly non dairy milk
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff, good parking, good breakfast,
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and had loads of room. Loads of parking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jamie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Well appointed room. Nice staff, great Thai restaurant and very good bar with lots of atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good position for visiting area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Room immaculate , the Thai restaurant was amazing . Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

JEREMY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Grazio

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

Nice hotel for the price

Nice hotel for what I paid - some of the decor is dated and could do with a freshen up. Staff were very friendly. Next to the main road though so if you have the window open on a hot day you will hear the traffic noise through the night
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice, large, clean rooms at really good price. Good service with good bar and food on site. Will hopefully be going back again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zekeriya

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
İnternet was fast enough to stream series, had a pleasant stay, quiet, well rested for our task the next morning
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean comfortable good value
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christopher, Ross-on-Wye

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Despite being a modern building the were things like uneven floors ( right by a fire door ), also when I checked in was wasked about breakfast and asked if we could decide in the morning, and was told that would be OK. Following morning was told it was not possilbe, in quite frankly an abrupt and not customer friendly manner.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff and friendliness as always
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

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