Just a 20-minute drive from historic Durham, The Royal Oak is a family-run hotel offering a traditional restaurant, a bar, and free Wi-Fi throughout. The hotel has wonderful views of the County Durham countryside. Each of the rooms at The Royal Oak has an iPod docking station, a TV and tea/coffee making facilities. The bathrooms feature a hairdryer, and all rooms have scenic views. Guests can enjoy classic home-cooked meals in the pub restaurant. The bar offers a range of light snacks, real local ales and fine wines, and there is also a games area with darts and a pool table. With free private parking, The Royal Oak Hotel is within a 35-minute drive of lively Newcastle and Gateshead. The Yorkshire Dales and Northumberland National Park are both within an hour’s drive.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Free private parking


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
1 king bed
and
1 bunk bed
or
2 twin beds
and
1 bunk bed
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
9.5
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
9.2
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Julia
    United States of America United States of America
    Wonderful small inn, at a good location outside of Durham. Pub was great and we really enjoyed time spent there with the owners and a few locals. Rooms are newly renovated and comfortable.
  • Stocks
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The host went above and beyond to make our stay amazing. There was a bottle of prosecco waiting (which I had requested) but there was also strawberries and other nibbles.
  • Daniel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Loved the room, bed was great toilet and shower were clean, the food was good and extremely cheap. I bought a New Yorker burger and chips. The staff were friendly and great hosts and the Inn it self is situated about 5 mins from a nature reserve...

Area info

Amenities of The Royal Oak
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Horseback riding
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Playground
  • Skiing
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • iPod dock
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Packed lunches
  • Laundry
  • Business center
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Safe
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practice

This property told us they've implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, or nature.

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Check-out

From 5:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Crib upon request
Free
2 - 5 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
6+ years
Extra bed upon request
£10 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travelers on dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be canceled on arrival.

FAQs about The Royal Oak

  • Yes, The Royal Oak is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at The Royal Oak is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The prices at The Royal Oak may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Royal Oak is 2.7 miles from the center of Lanchester. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at The Royal Oak include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Family
    • Twin
    • Double

  • The Royal Oak offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Playground
    • Skiing
    • Fishing
    • Bicycle rental
    • Horseback riding