The Olde Ship Inn

3.0 star property

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Bar (on property)
Bar (on property)
Superior Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Main St, Seahouses, England, NE68 7RD
  • Place, Northumberland Coast
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Seahouses Golf Club
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Beadnell Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room

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

Comfort Double Room

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

Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Cottage

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

Bungalow

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Family Apartment

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Seahouses

Within a short walk of Seahouses Golf Club, The Olde Ship Inn is within a mile (2 km) of Northumberland Coast. This 14-room, 3-star guesthouse has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Northumberland Coast - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Seahouses Golf Club - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Beadnell Beach - 2 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Bamburgh Castle - 6 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Alnwick Castle - 31 min drive - 20.2 miles

Getting around

  • Chathill Station - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Clock Tower Tea Room - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Purdy Lodge - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Middle Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Black Swan Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lewis's Fish Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Olde Ship Inn

Guests of The Olde Ship Inn enjoy free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide front-desk service during limited hours. This guesthouse also has a picnic area.
20-inch flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Kitchens, ovens, and dishwashers are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Visual fire alarm

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Entertainment

  • 20-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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 cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services.

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.
  • 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

The Olde Ship Inn Seahouses
The Olde Ship Inn Guesthouse
The Olde Ship Inn Guesthouse Seahouses

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Olde Ship Inn?

The Olde Ship Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Olde Ship Inn?

As of Jun 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Olde Ship Inn on Jul 2, 2026 start from $182, 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 can I see near The Olde Ship Inn?

This guesthouse is located in Seahouses, a short 16-minute walk from Northumberland Coast and also 12 minutes on foot from Seahouses Golf Club. You'll also find Bamburgh Castle and Bamburgh Beach within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Olde Ship Inn?

No, this guesthouse doesn't offer parking.

Does The Olde Ship Inn have a casino on the premises?

No, The Olde Ship Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Olde Ship Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Olde Ship Inn?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like a kitchen as well as a restaurant and a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at The Olde Ship Inn?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does The Olde Ship Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Olde Ship Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Olde Ship Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Olde Ship Inn.

Are there connecting rooms at The Olde Ship Inn?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Olde Ship Inn?

No, you won't find accommodations with balconies at The Olde Ship Inn.

The Olde Ship Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, very quirky pub, with friendly staff and a great atmosphere in the bar The food is really good and its an ideal place to stay and explore the area
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved it there!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Conor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent historic hotel with great atmosphere, food fantastic staff. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room small but adequate situated above a real old pub which was very welcoming no parking on site but a car park was within 150 metres fantastic English breakfast at very reasonable prices
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were given a smiling welcome and enjoyed our evening meal, if we travel this way again we would have no hesitation in staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All round brilliant will definitely stay again xx
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were excellent,friendly and attentive. Great food
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very attentive staff great service high standard of hygeine spotless room anf fantastic food worthy of a michelin star.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel. Staff very friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing hotel, we were lucky to have a room with a perfect view of the harbour, cozy and friendly bar. Breakfast was amazing good quality food. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good service in a great location

Great location with friendly and helpful staff Quality food with good choice at breakfast and dinner
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quirky building with character. Loved the options at breakfast and the food in the restaurant. You can step straight out onto the harbour and enjoy a peaceful break.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Sheena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A really quirky place. Busy friendly bar, excellent food and helpful staff. Easy to wander to harbour and beaches.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel .the bar is amazing .staff nice anf friendly .food good .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a fun inn with a lot of character.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Suneel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a lovely quaint old hotel with heaps of character and friendly staff. It's ideally situated for Bamburgh beach and castle with lots of walks around the Seahouses area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Frank

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

Quaint but Modern

Excellent hotel with recent refurbished bathrooms.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and tidy and rooms were excellent. Food also very good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, very quant interior
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

ROB

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quick and effective check-in. Bedroom was really clean and the beds were comfy. Lovely cooked breakfast and great bar for many evening drinks. All the staff were really friendly and helpful. Can't wait to return in 2026 !!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a little gem. Lovely staff, lovely room, great evening meal and breakfast was superb! Will definitely go back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dave

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

Superb as always

Wonderful Hotel/pub, one of the best. Lovely room, superb breakfast, excellent staff. Fine range of real ales at the bar in tip top condition. Have stayed here and ate/drank here many times and always a absolute a joy to return..
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was ok has definitely seen better days , bathroom was ok , bath took a while to drain , also had to wait 5 mins between flushes for the toilet to function , also so noisy with people just walking in the room above , not good for a decent sleep , excellent breakfast, excellent staff all very friendly, this is the fifth time I’ve stayed here
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Stephen

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

Great place

Great place to stay, lovely little town with shops, pubs, chemist, lots if places to eat and drink. Harbour very close to venue, car park nearby, reasonable prices and ticket transferable. Great place to vase as close to alnick, bamburgh. Holy island.friendly staff, great choice breakfasts, rooms small but everythjng you need, recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great night away

Really lovely stay at this traditional inn. Friendly staff, comfortable bed and a fantastic breakfast. Bar area was lovely and cozy and perfect for a winter night in. Great food in the restaurant too. Would highly recommend if staying in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024