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The Bowes Hotel

3.5 star property
Travelers start their day with a complimentary breakfast before challenging friends to billiards at this welcoming city-center inn

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The Bowes Hotel sits in the heart of the city, where guests enjoy free breakfast each morning and unwind in the cozy bar. The hotel offers a popular billiards table and convenient luggage storage. Past visitors consistently mention the staff's helpfulness.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is RM452
RM543 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jan - 31 Jan

Room options

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Room

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Digital channels
Desk
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
High chair
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Digital channels
Desk
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
High chair
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Miscellaneous

Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Heating
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Room

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Digital channels
Desk
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
High chair
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room

Superior Studio, Ensuite (The Pottery)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Hexham is home to The Bowes Hotel. Vindolanda and Thirlwall Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Northumberland National Park and North Pennines. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling, horse riding and mountain biking.
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Map
Bardon Mill, Hexham, England, NE47 7HU

What's nearby

  • Vindolanda - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Housesteads Fort and Museum - Hadrian's Wall - 5 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Chipchase Castle - 27 min drive - 31.1 km
  • Kielder Water and Forest Park - 41 min drive - 55.0 km
  • St. James' Park - 48 min drive - 64.9 km

Getting around

  • Bardon Mill Station - 2 min walk
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Twice Brewed Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Railway Hotel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Sill Café - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Brew Pub - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Bowes Hotel

Property highlights
Free continental breakfast, a bar and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at The Bowes Hotel. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks at this inn include:
  • Free self-parking
  • An electric car charging station, a billiards/pool table and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free property
More amenities include:
  • Highchairs and daily housekeeping

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  • Free Wi-Fi
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 397 reviews
The price is RM493
RM591 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • High chair

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Bowes Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of 17 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bowes Hotel on 30 Jan 2026 start from RM 452.17, excluding 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.

How much is parking at The Bowes Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at The Bowes Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bowes Hotel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Bowes Hotel located?

Situated in Hexham, this inn is within 3 miles (5 km) of Vindolanda, Thirlwall Castle and Crag Lough. Housesteads Roman Fort and Housesteads Fort and Museum - Hadrian's Wall are also within 6 miles (10 km). Bardon Mill Station is only a 2-minute walk.

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Reviews

The Bowes Hotel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 115 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 115 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 115 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 115 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 115 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant stay, really friendly staff and food is Fantastic. Very Quiet and and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Excellent value clean good food nice staff. I'll cone again thank you. The beer is very very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, modern and comfortable room. Nice en suite with modern fittings. Good wardrobe space for clothes and luggage.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were in the area to visit Hadrian's wall. This hotel is an ideal base and close to many sites. Comfortable room and great food for breakfast and dinner. Staff friendly and welcoming. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Pleasant friendly staff lovely room great food!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Excellent stay

Staff were excellent. Room small but cosy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elyson

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

Beautiful Friendly Hotel

Lovely Hotel, surrounding area beautiful too. Close to Gateshead & A69, but so peaceful. Rooms are lovely, and food and service to match , will return for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hugh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet location just off A69 very handy for Vindolanda. Clean modern rooms. Friendly helpful staff.
Railway Station near hotel
Pottery next door to Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ajay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay at the Bowes. Food was excellent too.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely English countryside inn— delicious food, friendly staff, nicely appointed rooms and a great bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clayton

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and the chef was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

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

Fantastic stay at The Bowes Hotel

Our room was excellent. Extremely comfortable and well equipped. Breakfast was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daisy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely time here. We were driven to the starting point of the walk by Catherine, who was fab. Food was delicious, and the room was very cosy and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bel

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

We'll be back!

Lovely place to stay and visit Vindolanda and Hadrians wall. Thai food and breakfast were faultless, nicely decorated rooms and comfy beds. The staff were really friendly with a fantastic sense of humour. Can't wait to come again! Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spent two lovely nights in this pub, everyone was very friendly, was lovely and clean and warm. Breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place! The staff were so pleasant and helpful. The room was lovely, with all of the extras you might need waiting there for you. The pub downstairs had great food and drinks.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

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

Vacation

Wonderful pub and B&B. All the people were friendly, helpful, and above and beyond. lovely rooms and delicious food. Perfect location getting to the sites
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
very friendly staff, the food was plentiful and good, its central to what we wanted to see, we will definitely go again and stay longer. I would recommend a visit to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colin

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

Welcoming and friendly

Very welcoming and friendly. Rooms clean and up-to-date. Food good and reasonably priced. Will definitely stay again if I am in the area
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was close to Vindolanda and walking on Hadrians Wall where we spent our day. Dinner at the pub and the breakfast included was one of the best full-English meals we've had on our 3week journey in the UK. Room was newly remodeled and very comfy beds.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

Very pleased with our stay.

Very welcoming and friendly staff. The room was modern and well equipped, very clean and comfortable. Food and drinks were of a high standard. We would definately stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel building seemed very old, but the inside has been very well modernised. Everything about our room was excellent. We had a very good evening meal and a super breakfast. It must be one of the best bed and breakfast hotels we have ever stayed in
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Nice room! Dinner was very good and service was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

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

Excellent stay

Great find. Team were very friendly and helpful. The room was spotless and comfortable and the breakfast delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

arnaud

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

Accommodation for Hadrian’s wall

A simple location but very nicely and recently renovated with everything one could need. Close to Hadrian’s well and it’s famous Sycomore tree
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023