The Schooner Hotel is a Listed 17th-century coaching-inn in the picturesque coastal village of Alnmouth, Northumberland. Nestling next to a sandy beach with Alnwick town centre and it's castle close by. The hotel is easily accessible from the A1 and just 1-mile from Alnmouth’s East Coast Railway Station. Newcastle and the Metro Centre are 40 minutes’ drive away. The hotel is surrounded by beautiful countryside, perfect for walking, and there are several golf courses in the area. The Schooner has 2 cosy bars, dining facilities and an Indian restaurant. The en suite rooms have free Wi-Fi, TVs and tea/coffee making facilities. The Schooner is rumoured to be haunted and has regular paranormal investigation evenings for guests. The Schooner has a rich history, with famous figures such as Charles Dickens, John Wesley, Basil Rathbone and King George III all said to have stayed there.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian

FREE parking!


Availability

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
7.0
Facilities
5.0
Cleanliness
5.3
Comfort
5.6
Value for money
5.0
Location
8.4
Free WiFi
6.1
Low score for Alnmouth
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Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
2 restaurants on site

  • Spice Galleon
    • Cuisine
      Indian
  • Schooner Kitchen
    • Cuisine
      International

Facilities of Schooner Hotel

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • 2 restaurants
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Beach
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Darts
  • Games room
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in some rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Packed lunches
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practice

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House rules

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Check-in

From 15:00

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Solo Cash Schooner Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

FAQs about Schooner Hotel

  • Check-in at Schooner Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Schooner Hotel is 150 yards from the centre of Alnmouth. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Schooner Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 4.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian

  • The prices at Schooner Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Schooner Hotel has 2 restaurants:

    • Spice Galleon
    • Schooner Kitchen

  • Schooner Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Games room
    • Darts
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beachfront
    • Beach

  • Room options at Schooner Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Triple
    • Twin
    • Family