The Joiners Arms
$217
/ night
Avg. for October
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$217
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at The Joiners Arms average $147 in January, the cheapest month, and $223 in July, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $147 |
| February | $161 |
| March | $177 |
| April | $221 |
| May | $210 |
| June | $211 |
| July | $223 |
| August | $220 |
| September | $209 |
| October | $217 |
| November | $182 |
| December | $171 |
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About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include luggage storage and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Grab a bite to eat at the inn's family restaurant, which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 10 AM.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 5 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
With a stay at The Joiners Arms in Alnwick, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Bamburgh Castle and Beadnell Bay. This beach inn is 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from Alnwick Castle and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Embleton Bay.
What's nearby
Beadnell Bay(0.7 miles)
Embleton Bay(1 miles)
Dunstanburgh Castle Golf Club(1.7 miles)
Embleton Tower(2.1 miles)
Northumberland Coast(3.7 miles)
Preston Tower(4.6 miles)
Beadnell Beach(5.1 miles)
Seahouses Golf Club(6.3 miles)
Howick Hall(6.4 miles)
Billy Shiel Farne Islands Boats(6.8 miles)
MV Golden Gate Boat Trips(6.9 miles)
Seahouses Harbour(6.9 miles)
St. Aidan's Dunes(6.9 miles)
St Aidan's Church(8.6 miles)
Ross Back Sands Beach(8.6 miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Service
Housekeeping
Safe-Deposit Box
Location
Newton by the Sea, Newton by the Sea, Chathill, Alnwick, England, United Kingdom
Beadnell Bay (0.7 miles)
Embleton Bay (1 miles)
Dunstanburgh Castle Golf Club (1.7 miles)
Embleton Tower (2.1 miles)
Northumberland Coast (3.7 miles)
Preston Tower (4.6 miles)
Room options
9
Sennen Cove
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
8
Sebastia
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
7
Aln
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
4
Sandwood Bay
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
4
Castle View Cottage
2 Queen Beds
and 1 Bunk Bed
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
8
Bill Bags Cape
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
9
Rede Shepherds Hut
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
9
Silver Beach
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
16
Till
1 King Bed
and 2 Bunk Beds
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
12
Coquet
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
24
Tweed Suite
1 King Bed
and 2 Bunk Beds
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
Guest reviews of The Joiners Arms
8.7
Fabulous
Based on 322 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Couple
63%
Family
27%
Group
9%
What guests think
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The Joiners Arms draws praise for friendly staff and quirky, comfortable rooms with roll-top baths, while reviews also note limited parking, occasional bar noise, and some rooms feeling dark, tired, or less polished than expected.
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The Joiners Arms draws praise for friendly staff and quirky, comfortable rooms with roll-top baths, while reviews also note limited parking, occasional bar noise, and some rooms feeling dark, tired, or less polished than expected.
Food is frequently enjoyed, from excellent breakfasts to tasty dinners, yet several guests found evening meals average or overpriced. Service is widely described as warm and helpful, with occasional delays at check-in, understaffing, or maintenance hiccups such as inconsistent hot water. The rural, coastal location suits walkers and wedding guests, and some rooms are accessed via narrow, steep stairs. Expect a characterful inn stay rather than full-service luxury.
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Facilities
On-site parking is very limited, with many guests using a nearby public car park that can feel dark at night. The bar-restaurant is busy and dog-friendly; access to some rooms involves narrow, steep stairs.
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Dawn Carol
Jun 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Basic room above a pub. Difficulty getting luggage up very narrow stairs and no parking in property made it a tad inconvenient for us older folks.
Basic room above a pub. Difficulty getting luggage up very narrow stairs and no parking in property made it a tad inconvenient for us older folks.
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Karen
Jun 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Hotel was fab. Very clean and food was good. Staff couldn’t do enough for you. Downside was parking on site was very limited. Would stay again if we were in that part of the world once more.
Hotel was fab. Very clean and food was good. Staff couldn’t do enough for you. Downside was parking on site was very limited. Would stay again if we were in that part of the world once more.
10
Terence
Jul 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Oldy-worldy charm in a converted attic, complete with a copper tub (separate from the bathroom). The only (minor) downside is the narrow, steep staircase to two of the rooms which might be troublesome for some people. Excellent 5-star breakfast.
Oldy-worldy charm in a converted attic, complete with a copper tub (separate from the bathroom). The only (minor) downside is the narrow, steep staircase to two of the rooms which might be troublesome for some people. Excellent 5-star breakfast.
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david
Aug 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
No Parking on site. No help with luggage up stairs,rooms accessible via door marked toilets at back of bar.Had to leave a £50 credit card deposit in case we had to use the bar,not exactly 5star!!! Room was dusty above eye level,no information booklets in room,no telephone to reception,shower did not drain well and flooded bathroom floor,loud music from bar past 11pm.If the Company regard this as five star. they are deluded beyond belief This is an average pub with a few rooms and a lack of facilities and is a bit tacky.
No Parking on site. No help with luggage up stairs,rooms accessible via door marked toilets at back of bar.Had to leave a £50 credit card deposit in case we had to use the bar,not exactly 5star!!! Room was dusty above eye level,no information booklets in room,no telephone to reception,shower did not drain well and flooded bathroom floor,loud music from bar past 11pm.If the Company regard this as five star. they are deluded beyond belief This is an average pub with a few rooms and a lack of facilities and is a bit tacky.
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Georgia
Jan 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed in tye tweed suite which has a hot tub in the back garden. The hot tub was not private and we had other parties looking out the window into our garden area. When we arrived at 4.45 we tried to book in for dinner and we told that we could have a table for dinner now, but apart from that they had nothing else for the evening. We had to book and drive 15 minutes to another restaurant. On our way out at 6.30 we popped into the pub for a pop and there was lots of tables not being used. Don’t understand how they couldn’t accomadate us. Car park is not outside the property. You need to walk 5 mins up the street and park in a car park which in my eyes was not safe at all. When having to walk to our car to got for food the road to the car park was pitch black. Not one street light on. The property inside was lovely, and the breakfast was Nice.
We stayed in tye tweed suite which has a hot tub in the back garden. The hot tub was not private and we had other parties looking out the window into our garden area. When we arrived at 4.45 we tried to book in for dinner and we told that we could have a table for dinner now, but apart from that they had nothing else for the evening. We had to book and drive 15 minutes to another restaurant. On our way out at 6.30 we popped into the pub for a pop and there was lots of tables not being used. Don’t understand how they couldn’t accomadate us. Car park is not outside the property. You need to walk 5 mins up the street and park in a car park which in my eyes was not safe at all. When having to walk to our car to got for food the road to the car park was pitch black. Not one street light on. The property inside was lovely, and the breakfast was Nice.
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Paul
Jul 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed in building opposite the pub, the room was very small and in need of a little TLC. Food in the Joiners was very good, the parking is very limited with only four spaces, there is a free car park nearby. Only stayed for one night so not to much of an inconvenience...
Stayed in building opposite the pub, the room was very small and in need of a little TLC. Food in the Joiners was very good, the parking is very limited with only four spaces, there is a free car park nearby. Only stayed for one night so not to much of an inconvenience...
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Ken
Oct 6, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Only 4 spaces available, public car park some distance away
Only 4 spaces available, public car park some distance away
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Charles
Dec 13, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The Accommodation was very good. Room was nice and spacious. Food was nice and a good quality breakfast. Shame about the parking, nice in summer with light nights but a bit dark in the winter.
The Accommodation was very good. Room was nice and spacious. Food was nice and a good quality breakfast. Shame about the parking, nice in summer with light nights but a bit dark in the winter.
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Jane
Oct 27, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The food and service at the Joiners was excellent. The staff were very friendly and very helpful. The accommodation was warm and very clean. The lack of parking was not good and having to park further up the road was a pain especially with suitcases to unload and not good for a woman on her own in the dark. We found our room very dark especially if trying to apply make up and dry my hair. More lighting was needed above mirrors. Also there were no drawers to put clothes in so we had to leave them in our suitcases and no surface in the bathroom for toiletries. Otherwise we enjoyed our stay but would choose another room next time.
The food and service at the Joiners was excellent. The staff were very friendly and very helpful. The accommodation was warm and very clean. The lack of parking was not good and having to park further up the road was a pain especially with suitcases to unload and not good for a woman on her own in the dark. We found our room very dark especially if trying to apply make up and dry my hair. More lighting was needed above mirrors. Also there were no drawers to put clothes in so we had to leave them in our suitcases and no surface in the bathroom for toiletries. Otherwise we enjoyed our stay but would choose another room next time.
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ALEC
Jun 27, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely place, staff nice and friendly. Evening meal not the greatest however restaurant was very busy so maybe it was my palette. Thanks to staff for fitting us in at last minute. Would def recommend staying at the Joiners. Lovely nearby coast and easy free parking at hotel. Thank you.
Lovely place, staff nice and friendly. Evening meal not the greatest however restaurant was very busy so maybe it was my palette. Thanks to staff for fitting us in at last minute. Would def recommend staying at the Joiners. Lovely nearby coast and easy free parking at hotel. Thank you.
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Cleanliness
Many guests found rooms and bathrooms very clean, with fluffy towels and well-presented spaces. However, several noted dust, stained carpets or fixtures, and one serious report of a soiled mattress.
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Alison
May 19, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent service with well trained staff; food delicious with ample choice; bedroom small but quirky and comfortable. Lovely bath and shower; nexpresso coffee maker; large fluffy towels, bathrobes and slippers. Great coastal walking from the door.
Excellent service with well trained staff; food delicious with ample choice; bedroom small but quirky and comfortable. Lovely bath and shower; nexpresso coffee maker; large fluffy towels, bathrobes and slippers. Great coastal walking from the door.
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carol
Jan 15, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The staff was friendly and helpful. The place wasnt busy which was good. I loved the quirkyness of the place and it was nice and quite. We stayed in the aln room. The downsides was the bed was as hard as a brick and i didn't have a good nights sleep. The bath in the room was lovely and had plenty hot water. It was chipped in places though. The place was definitely rustic and had character but the cleanliness could have been better with the dust and cobwebs.
The staff was friendly and helpful. The place wasnt busy which was good. I loved the quirkyness of the place and it was nice and quite. We stayed in the aln room. The downsides was the bed was as hard as a brick and i didn't have a good nights sleep. The bath in the room was lovely and had plenty hot water. It was chipped in places though. The place was definitely rustic and had character but the cleanliness could have been better with the dust and cobwebs.
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Christine
Jan 29, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This was our third visit and the Joiners Arms never fails to please in all areas of the business: Accommodation, cleanliness, restaurant, bar. Close proximity to the beach Looking forward to our next visit!
This was our third visit and the Joiners Arms never fails to please in all areas of the business: Accommodation, cleanliness, restaurant, bar. Close proximity to the beach Looking forward to our next visit!
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Karen
Jun 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Hotel was fab. Very clean and food was good. Staff couldn’t do enough for you. Downside was parking on site was very limited. Would stay again if we were in that part of the world once more.
Hotel was fab. Very clean and food was good. Staff couldn’t do enough for you. Downside was parking on site was very limited. Would stay again if we were in that part of the world once more.
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Margaret
Jul 28, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a fantastic time. Loved everything room spot on. Housekeeping great. Fabulous food breakfast first class. Staff were great so helpful. Definitely be back.
We had a fantastic time. Loved everything room spot on. Housekeeping great. Fabulous food breakfast first class. Staff were great so helpful. Definitely be back.
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david
Aug 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
No Parking on site. No help with luggage up stairs,rooms accessible via door marked toilets at back of bar.Had to leave a £50 credit card deposit in case we had to use the bar,not exactly 5star!!! Room was dusty above eye level,no information booklets in room,no telephone to reception,shower did not drain well and flooded bathroom floor,loud music from bar past 11pm.If the Company regard this as five star. they are deluded beyond belief This is an average pub with a few rooms and a lack of facilities and is a bit tacky.
No Parking on site. No help with luggage up stairs,rooms accessible via door marked toilets at back of bar.Had to leave a £50 credit card deposit in case we had to use the bar,not exactly 5star!!! Room was dusty above eye level,no information booklets in room,no telephone to reception,shower did not drain well and flooded bathroom floor,loud music from bar past 11pm.If the Company regard this as five star. they are deluded beyond belief This is an average pub with a few rooms and a lack of facilities and is a bit tacky.
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BRIAN
May 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The staff were really friendly and helpful from checking in to leaving . The room was amazing and super clean with super comfy bed . Food was great also and restaurant bar area really nice . We would definitely come back again .
The staff were really friendly and helpful from checking in to leaving . The room was amazing and super clean with super comfy bed . Food was great also and restaurant bar area really nice . We would definitely come back again .
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Jane
Oct 27, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The food and service at the Joiners was excellent. The staff were very friendly and very helpful. The accommodation was warm and very clean. The lack of parking was not good and having to park further up the road was a pain especially with suitcases to unload and not good for a woman on her own in the dark. We found our room very dark especially if trying to apply make up and dry my hair. More lighting was needed above mirrors. Also there were no drawers to put clothes in so we had to leave them in our suitcases and no surface in the bathroom for toiletries. Otherwise we enjoyed our stay but would choose another room next time.
The food and service at the Joiners was excellent. The staff were very friendly and very helpful. The accommodation was warm and very clean. The lack of parking was not good and having to park further up the road was a pain especially with suitcases to unload and not good for a woman on her own in the dark. We found our room very dark especially if trying to apply make up and dry my hair. More lighting was needed above mirrors. Also there were no drawers to put clothes in so we had to leave them in our suitcases and no surface in the bathroom for toiletries. Otherwise we enjoyed our stay but would choose another room next time.
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judith
Jul 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
filthy mattress stained with sweat and blood ,putting a clean mattress cover over the top to disguise it is not acceptable.
filthy mattress stained with sweat and blood ,putting a clean mattress cover over the top to disguise it is not acceptable.
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Gillian
Jun 6, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Have stayed here few times before and been great but this time although room senna. Cove was very clean and bed was super comfy feel that carpet needs to be changed quite afew stains . evening meal was awful did complain and got a discount it was really busy so think kitchen staff were under pressure but staff were lovely . To top it all off some people next to us got up at 6.15 and went downstairs not even trying to keep they’re voices down so overall not a good stay
Have stayed here few times before and been great but this time although room senna. Cove was very clean and bed was super comfy feel that carpet needs to be changed quite afew stains . evening meal was awful did complain and got a discount it was really busy so think kitchen staff were under pressure but staff were lovely . To top it all off some people next to us got up at 6.15 and went downstairs not even trying to keep they’re voices down so overall not a good stay
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Rooms
Rooms are typically cosy, characterful and comfortable, many with roll-top baths, though some are small, dark or feel tired, with limited storage or dated TVs. Expect some noise in rooms above the busy bar.
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Tracy
Aug 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely room, location good. However a very busy pub, full every night, which resulted in busy staff and noise from the bar until 10pm. Good to see a busy pub, but this isnt always helpful if you're early to bed!
Lovely room, location good. However a very busy pub, full every night, which resulted in busy staff and noise from the bar until 10pm. Good to see a busy pub, but this isnt always helpful if you're early to bed!
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Simon
Apr 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room tired and dark decor, no bathrobes or locally sourced treat as advertised! Noisy room above the bar. Nice location of hotel, with some lovely walks around it. Evening food very disappointing, steak small and chips covered in paprika they were barely edible! Liqueur coffee not possible as only synthetic squirty cream… not what I’d expect from a so called 5 star luxury hotel!!
Room tired and dark decor, no bathrobes or locally sourced treat as advertised! Noisy room above the bar. Nice location of hotel, with some lovely walks around it. Evening food very disappointing, steak small and chips covered in paprika they were barely edible! Liqueur coffee not possible as only synthetic squirty cream… not what I’d expect from a so called 5 star luxury hotel!!
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Derek
Oct 19, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Bedrooms very nice,however TVs need updating.you cannot park your car at the joiners arms it is a 3-400 yard walk to a car park.we arrived at 10 past 2 to check in and blankly told check in is at 3pm,even without asking our name to check if room was available.when we did check in simply directed to our room and told key in the door,which it was not. We had an evening meal in the bar area and it was simply that.nothing extraordinary,however must say the staff were excellent,very helpful,polite and hardworking but understaffed,they were ran off their feet.very well done to them. We checked out a day early on a two night booking….
Bedrooms very nice,however TVs need updating.you cannot park your car at the joiners arms it is a 3-400 yard walk to a car park.we arrived at 10 past 2 to check in and blankly told check in is at 3pm,even without asking our name to check if room was available.when we did check in simply directed to our room and told key in the door,which it was not. We had an evening meal in the bar area and it was simply that.nothing extraordinary,however must say the staff were excellent,very helpful,polite and hardworking but understaffed,they were ran off their feet.very well done to them. We checked out a day early on a two night booking….
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Terence
Jul 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Oldy-worldy charm in a converted attic, complete with a copper tub (separate from the bathroom). The only (minor) downside is the narrow, steep staircase to two of the rooms which might be troublesome for some people. Excellent 5-star breakfast.
Oldy-worldy charm in a converted attic, complete with a copper tub (separate from the bathroom). The only (minor) downside is the narrow, steep staircase to two of the rooms which might be troublesome for some people. Excellent 5-star breakfast.
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Anton
Jul 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A real gem. I had the Till room. A double with single bunks. A beautiful room with charm and all the comforts you need.
A real gem. I had the Till room. A double with single bunks. A beautiful room with charm and all the comforts you need.
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Paul
Jul 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed in building opposite the pub, the room was very small and in need of a little TLC. Food in the Joiners was very good, the parking is very limited with only four spaces, there is a free car park nearby. Only stayed for one night so not to much of an inconvenience...
Stayed in building opposite the pub, the room was very small and in need of a little TLC. Food in the Joiners was very good, the parking is very limited with only four spaces, there is a free car park nearby. Only stayed for one night so not to much of an inconvenience...
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colin
Dec 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely brrakfast and dinner .staff are very friendly and helpful .rooms stylish comfortable and baths amazing
Lovely brrakfast and dinner .staff are very friendly and helpful .rooms stylish comfortable and baths amazing
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Matthew
Feb 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Tremendous stay at the joiners arms. The rooms had deep pile carpet, bed and shower was incredible, my wife loved it, from start to finish. Highly recommended.
Tremendous stay at the joiners arms. The rooms had deep pile carpet, bed and shower was incredible, my wife loved it, from start to finish. Highly recommended.
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Jane
Oct 27, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The food and service at the Joiners was excellent. The staff were very friendly and very helpful. The accommodation was warm and very clean. The lack of parking was not good and having to park further up the road was a pain especially with suitcases to unload and not good for a woman on her own in the dark. We found our room very dark especially if trying to apply make up and dry my hair. More lighting was needed above mirrors. Also there were no drawers to put clothes in so we had to leave them in our suitcases and no surface in the bathroom for toiletries. Otherwise we enjoyed our stay but would choose another room next time.
The food and service at the Joiners was excellent. The staff were very friendly and very helpful. The accommodation was warm and very clean. The lack of parking was not good and having to park further up the road was a pain especially with suitcases to unload and not good for a woman on her own in the dark. We found our room very dark especially if trying to apply make up and dry my hair. More lighting was needed above mirrors. Also there were no drawers to put clothes in so we had to leave them in our suitcases and no surface in the bathroom for toiletries. Otherwise we enjoyed our stay but would choose another room next time.
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Mark
Sep 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Really nice cosy, romantic room. Really good breakfast. We had dinner booked elsewhere, but we wished we had a second night to eat at the restaurant, it looked very nice.
Really nice cosy, romantic room. Really good breakfast. We had dinner booked elsewhere, but we wished we had a second night to eat at the restaurant, it looked very nice.
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Service
Staff are widely praised as friendly and helpful, with many positive dining and housekeeping interactions. A few guests experienced slow or disorganized check-in and occasional understaffing or access issues late at night.
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Alan
Sep 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely spacious rooms. Loved the roll top bath in the room but the water wasn’t too hot. We had been to a wedding so came home late to find the door to hotel locked & it took 5 phone calls to get entry.
Lovely spacious rooms. Loved the roll top bath in the room but the water wasn’t too hot. We had been to a wedding so came home late to find the door to hotel locked & it took 5 phone calls to get entry.
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Tracy
Aug 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely room, location good. However a very busy pub, full every night, which resulted in busy staff and noise from the bar until 10pm. Good to see a busy pub, but this isnt always helpful if you're early to bed!
Lovely room, location good. However a very busy pub, full every night, which resulted in busy staff and noise from the bar until 10pm. Good to see a busy pub, but this isnt always helpful if you're early to bed!
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Jerry
May 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Exceptional staff, friendly and efficient. Cool setting and comfortable.
Exceptional staff, friendly and efficient. Cool setting and comfortable.
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Natalie
Apr 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was dark. There was 3 of us, 2 adults and an 11 year old yet only 2 glasses and 2 bottles of water. Only 2 cups. 2 English breakfast tea bags. We arrived at 2.50pm to check in to be told the rooms weren’t ready yet and to get a drink in the bar. We’d traveled for 5.5 hours so we’re happy to do this however we then seemed to be forgotten about as others checked in a matter of minutes after we’d enquired and we didn’t get a key until 3.35pm. We ate in the restaurant and expected more from we’d seen on Insta to what we got. The food was just ok. Breakfast was a let down with the buffet being left on the bar near the door . When we got to breakfast during the recommended time slot of 8.30am there was one slice of cheese and once slice of meat left… We wouldn’t be rushing back even though the location is great.
The room was dark. There was 3 of us, 2 adults and an 11 year old yet only 2 glasses and 2 bottles of water. Only 2 cups. 2 English breakfast tea bags. We arrived at 2.50pm to check in to be told the rooms weren’t ready yet and to get a drink in the bar. We’d traveled for 5.5 hours so we’re happy to do this however we then seemed to be forgotten about as others checked in a matter of minutes after we’d enquired and we didn’t get a key until 3.35pm. We ate in the restaurant and expected more from we’d seen on Insta to what we got. The food was just ok. Breakfast was a let down with the buffet being left on the bar near the door . When we got to breakfast during the recommended time slot of 8.30am there was one slice of cheese and once slice of meat left… We wouldn’t be rushing back even though the location is great.
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Catherine
Sep 18, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely rooms with friendly and helpful staff. Good breakfasts as well.
Lovely rooms with friendly and helpful staff. Good breakfasts as well.
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Anne Marie
May 31, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Super overnight stay, from the moment we arrived everyone was very friendly & helpful. Delicious evening meal- and breakfast Would highly recommend
Super overnight stay, from the moment we arrived everyone was very friendly & helpful. Delicious evening meal- and breakfast Would highly recommend
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BRIAN
May 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The staff were really friendly and helpful from checking in to leaving . The room was amazing and super clean with super comfy bed . Food was great also and restaurant bar area really nice . We would definitely come back again .
The staff were really friendly and helpful from checking in to leaving . The room was amazing and super clean with super comfy bed . Food was great also and restaurant bar area really nice . We would definitely come back again .
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Louise
May 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We really enjoyed our stay. Food was excellent. Only hiccup was no hot water on the first night, which was rectified as quickly as they could. Only suggested improvement would be to add a lamp/light switch next to the bed - it was a bit odd not to have it.
We really enjoyed our stay. Food was excellent. Only hiccup was no hot water on the first night, which was rectified as quickly as they could. Only suggested improvement would be to add a lamp/light switch next to the bed - it was a bit odd not to have it.
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Keith
Jul 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great place, lovely food, friendly staff
Great place, lovely food, friendly staff
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Richard
Feb 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel clearly didn’t have enough staff, just two people running around covering the bar, restaurant and checking people in. We attempted to check in at the specified time of 3pm and told the rooms were still not ready, we were checked in and then had to wait a further 20mins before we actually checked in, the room was nice and very well decorated just a shame about the lack of staffing resource taking the edge off the service level which is a shame.
The hotel clearly didn’t have enough staff, just two people running around covering the bar, restaurant and checking people in. We attempted to check in at the specified time of 3pm and told the rooms were still not ready, we were checked in and then had to wait a further 20mins before we actually checked in, the room was nice and very well decorated just a shame about the lack of staffing resource taking the edge off the service level which is a shame.
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Location
Rural coastal setting near lovely walks and beaches, handy for Newton Hall weddings. Most attractions require driving, and parking is off-site for many, with a short dark walk from the public car park at night.
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Leanne
Mar 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely stay. Room was beautiful, very spacious and we were able to check in earlier than planned which was a bonus as we were attending a wedding at Newton Hall and therefore were able to get ready in the room.
Lovely stay. Room was beautiful, very spacious and we were able to check in earlier than planned which was a bonus as we were attending a wedding at Newton Hall and therefore were able to get ready in the room.
10
Alison
May 19, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent service with well trained staff; food delicious with ample choice; bedroom small but quirky and comfortable. Lovely bath and shower; nexpresso coffee maker; large fluffy towels, bathrobes and slippers. Great coastal walking from the door.
Excellent service with well trained staff; food delicious with ample choice; bedroom small but quirky and comfortable. Lovely bath and shower; nexpresso coffee maker; large fluffy towels, bathrobes and slippers. Great coastal walking from the door.
10
Angela
Mar 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We attended a wedding and stayed in the cottage for just one night, was close to the venue clean and tidy slept six. We weren’t in it really just to sleep. The following morning had breakfast at the joiners arms which was beautiful l.
We attended a wedding and stayed in the cottage for just one night, was close to the venue clean and tidy slept six. We weren’t in it really just to sleep. The following morning had breakfast at the joiners arms which was beautiful l.
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Georgia
Jan 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed in tye tweed suite which has a hot tub in the back garden. The hot tub was not private and we had other parties looking out the window into our garden area. When we arrived at 4.45 we tried to book in for dinner and we told that we could have a table for dinner now, but apart from that they had nothing else for the evening. We had to book and drive 15 minutes to another restaurant. On our way out at 6.30 we popped into the pub for a pop and there was lots of tables not being used. Don’t understand how they couldn’t accomadate us. Car park is not outside the property. You need to walk 5 mins up the street and park in a car park which in my eyes was not safe at all. When having to walk to our car to got for food the road to the car park was pitch black. Not one street light on. The property inside was lovely, and the breakfast was Nice.
We stayed in tye tweed suite which has a hot tub in the back garden. The hot tub was not private and we had other parties looking out the window into our garden area. When we arrived at 4.45 we tried to book in for dinner and we told that we could have a table for dinner now, but apart from that they had nothing else for the evening. We had to book and drive 15 minutes to another restaurant. On our way out at 6.30 we popped into the pub for a pop and there was lots of tables not being used. Don’t understand how they couldn’t accomadate us. Car park is not outside the property. You need to walk 5 mins up the street and park in a car park which in my eyes was not safe at all. When having to walk to our car to got for food the road to the car park was pitch black. Not one street light on. The property inside was lovely, and the breakfast was Nice.
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Charles
Dec 13, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The Accommodation was very good. Room was nice and spacious. Food was nice and a good quality breakfast. Shame about the parking, nice in summer with light nights but a bit dark in the winter.
The Accommodation was very good. Room was nice and spacious. Food was nice and a good quality breakfast. Shame about the parking, nice in summer with light nights but a bit dark in the winter.
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Ryan
Dec 12, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Really enjoyed our time here, the room was very nice and cosy, catering is really good with breakfast included and the staff are helpful. In winter it may be difficult tomget around if you dont drive though as public transport is extremely limited and there isnt too much in the area.
Really enjoyed our time here, the room was very nice and cosy, catering is really good with breakfast included and the staff are helpful. In winter it may be difficult tomget around if you dont drive though as public transport is extremely limited and there isnt too much in the area.
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James
Jun 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice room, right next to the pub and nice walks nearby to the beach
Nice room, right next to the pub and nice walks nearby to the beach
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Jane
Oct 27, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The food and service at the Joiners was excellent. The staff were very friendly and very helpful. The accommodation was warm and very clean. The lack of parking was not good and having to park further up the road was a pain especially with suitcases to unload and not good for a woman on her own in the dark. We found our room very dark especially if trying to apply make up and dry my hair. More lighting was needed above mirrors. Also there were no drawers to put clothes in so we had to leave them in our suitcases and no surface in the bathroom for toiletries. Otherwise we enjoyed our stay but would choose another room next time.
The food and service at the Joiners was excellent. The staff were very friendly and very helpful. The accommodation was warm and very clean. The lack of parking was not good and having to park further up the road was a pain especially with suitcases to unload and not good for a woman on her own in the dark. We found our room very dark especially if trying to apply make up and dry my hair. More lighting was needed above mirrors. Also there were no drawers to put clothes in so we had to leave them in our suitcases and no surface in the bathroom for toiletries. Otherwise we enjoyed our stay but would choose another room next time.
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Carina
Jun 4, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Check in went OK. The location is really nice, rural and peaceful but not as quiet as it seems. More traffic than you think but it’s still peaceful and a nice location. Staff a mix of friendly and some not so friendly or welcoming. We ate dinner in the bar - food was good and tasty, although very expensive. There was a lot of it - I would be quite happy with slightly less and it being cheaper. Breakfast was disappointed - no real direction. The cold breakfast was OK but not 5 star. We came down an hour before breakfast finished and there was not much there, it hadn’t been refreshed/restocked e.g. butter, bread, fruit, yogurt, pastries, etc. A lot of people came down after us as well. The hot breakfast looked good and was well presented. Quirky interesting room, good standard, lovely and really nice. Beds comfortable and the shower is really good. Really good sculptured elephant towels on the bed - kudos to whoever did those :-) Only 2 sets of water, glasses, cups, hot drinks despite booking for 3 people. This seems to be a fault in most places we have been to. Not sure it’s five star - no tissues, cracked glass, really dirty/sticky cup, no biscuits. Would I recommend … Yes as even though I don’t feel it’s five star, it’s a nice place.
Check in went OK. The location is really nice, rural and peaceful but not as quiet as it seems. More traffic than you think but it’s still peaceful and a nice location. Staff a mix of friendly and some not so friendly or welcoming. We ate dinner in the bar - food was good and tasty, although very expensive. There was a lot of it - I would be quite happy with slightly less and it being cheaper. Breakfast was disappointed - no real direction. The cold breakfast was OK but not 5 star. We came down an hour before breakfast finished and there was not much there, it hadn’t been refreshed/restocked e.g. butter, bread, fruit, yogurt, pastries, etc. A lot of people came down after us as well. The hot breakfast looked good and was well presented. Quirky interesting room, good standard, lovely and really nice. Beds comfortable and the shower is really good. Really good sculptured elephant towels on the bed - kudos to whoever did those :-) Only 2 sets of water, glasses, cups, hot drinks despite booking for 3 people. This seems to be a fault in most places we have been to. Not sure it’s five star - no tissues, cracked glass, really dirty/sticky cup, no biscuits. Would I recommend … Yes as even though I don’t feel it’s five star, it’s a nice place.
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ALEC
Jun 27, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely place, staff nice and friendly. Evening meal not the greatest however restaurant was very busy so maybe it was my palette. Thanks to staff for fitting us in at last minute. Would def recommend staying at the Joiners. Lovely nearby coast and easy free parking at hotel. Thank you.
Lovely place, staff nice and friendly. Evening meal not the greatest however restaurant was very busy so maybe it was my palette. Thanks to staff for fitting us in at last minute. Would def recommend staying at the Joiners. Lovely nearby coast and easy free parking at hotel. Thank you.
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Dining
Breakfast is frequently praised as excellent with good choice, including gluten-free options; many enjoyed dinners. Several reviews describe evening meals as average, inconsistent, or overpriced, and some noted buffet items not being replenished.
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Howard
Feb 21, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed Sunday/Monday - excellent welcome and room. Had an evening meal and breakfast. The food choice is very good and the quality of the food served was excellent. The staff are really friendly and professional and could not do enough to help you. In terms of access to some of Northumberland's best coastline you cannot have a better location. Everything and more than we hoped for.
Stayed Sunday/Monday - excellent welcome and room. Had an evening meal and breakfast. The food choice is very good and the quality of the food served was excellent. The staff are really friendly and professional and could not do enough to help you. In terms of access to some of Northumberland's best coastline you cannot have a better location. Everything and more than we hoped for.
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Simon
Apr 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room tired and dark decor, no bathrobes or locally sourced treat as advertised! Noisy room above the bar. Nice location of hotel, with some lovely walks around it. Evening food very disappointing, steak small and chips covered in paprika they were barely edible! Liqueur coffee not possible as only synthetic squirty cream… not what I’d expect from a so called 5 star luxury hotel!!
Room tired and dark decor, no bathrobes or locally sourced treat as advertised! Noisy room above the bar. Nice location of hotel, with some lovely walks around it. Evening food very disappointing, steak small and chips covered in paprika they were barely edible! Liqueur coffee not possible as only synthetic squirty cream… not what I’d expect from a so called 5 star luxury hotel!!
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Natalie
Apr 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was dark. There was 3 of us, 2 adults and an 11 year old yet only 2 glasses and 2 bottles of water. Only 2 cups. 2 English breakfast tea bags. We arrived at 2.50pm to check in to be told the rooms weren’t ready yet and to get a drink in the bar. We’d traveled for 5.5 hours so we’re happy to do this however we then seemed to be forgotten about as others checked in a matter of minutes after we’d enquired and we didn’t get a key until 3.35pm. We ate in the restaurant and expected more from we’d seen on Insta to what we got. The food was just ok. Breakfast was a let down with the buffet being left on the bar near the door . When we got to breakfast during the recommended time slot of 8.30am there was one slice of cheese and once slice of meat left… We wouldn’t be rushing back even though the location is great.
The room was dark. There was 3 of us, 2 adults and an 11 year old yet only 2 glasses and 2 bottles of water. Only 2 cups. 2 English breakfast tea bags. We arrived at 2.50pm to check in to be told the rooms weren’t ready yet and to get a drink in the bar. We’d traveled for 5.5 hours so we’re happy to do this however we then seemed to be forgotten about as others checked in a matter of minutes after we’d enquired and we didn’t get a key until 3.35pm. We ate in the restaurant and expected more from we’d seen on Insta to what we got. The food was just ok. Breakfast was a let down with the buffet being left on the bar near the door . When we got to breakfast during the recommended time slot of 8.30am there was one slice of cheese and once slice of meat left… We wouldn’t be rushing back even though the location is great.
8
Kitty
Oct 31, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The food was delicious and room very cosy. Staff were excellent.
The food was delicious and room very cosy. Staff were excellent.
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Andy
Aug 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Extremely overpriced food and drinks
Extremely overpriced food and drinks
10
John
May 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great place. Very relaxing. Superb breakfast.
Great place. Very relaxing. Superb breakfast.
10
Daniel
Nov 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was excellent with gluten free options .
It was excellent with gluten free options .
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James
Sep 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Easy parking. Nice rooms. Staff very good. Food average.
Easy parking. Nice rooms. Staff very good. Food average.
10
Keith
Jul 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great place, lovely food, friendly staff
Great place, lovely food, friendly staff
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ALEC
Jun 27, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely place, staff nice and friendly. Evening meal not the greatest however restaurant was very busy so maybe it was my palette. Thanks to staff for fitting us in at last minute. Would def recommend staying at the Joiners. Lovely nearby coast and easy free parking at hotel. Thank you.
Lovely place, staff nice and friendly. Evening meal not the greatest however restaurant was very busy so maybe it was my palette. Thanks to staff for fitting us in at last minute. Would def recommend staying at the Joiners. Lovely nearby coast and easy free parking at hotel. Thank you.
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Alexandra
last week
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Stayed 1 night
Great stay very close to newton hall for a wedding
Great stay very close to newton hall for a wedding
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John
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
excellent stay, comfortable and homely room, good breakfast and also enjoyed dinner and a pint at bar. Stayed as part of some coastal and beach walks
excellent stay, comfortable and homely room, good breakfast and also enjoyed dinner and a pint at bar. Stayed as part of some coastal and beach walks
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stephen
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Well below the standards expected in all areas resulting in a formal complaint being lodged. The outcome of which will be shared to assist other travellers.
Well below the standards expected in all areas resulting in a formal complaint being lodged. The outcome of which will be shared to assist other travellers.
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Niall
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
What a little gem, lovely room, really cosy with great facilities and lovely bed. Great shower, and a big bath. The restaurant service is excellent, but make sure to book as even on a Monday night the place was packed out. Great friendly staff, so we’re really pleased we booked a stay here.
What a little gem, lovely room, really cosy with great facilities and lovely bed. Great shower, and a big bath. The restaurant service is excellent, but make sure to book as even on a Monday night the place was packed out. Great friendly staff, so we’re really pleased we booked a stay here.
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Anita
Sep 18, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
A wonderful stay in this beautiful location. Rooms spotlessly clean and comfortable, friendly and efficient staff throughout. We had a warm welcome and a simple check in, our room was ready on time and it was a great, characterful space. Wonderful Temple Spa toiletries to try, soft and comfortable mattress for a great, peaceful night's sleep. We were in a room next to the pub, did not hear any noise at all, with parking right outside. Breakfast was excellent and plentiful, lots of hot and cold options to suit all requirements, served up again by a friendly and efficient team. We ate in the pub, the fish and chips are out of this world, but on this visit we tried the seafood platter, which was excellent. Lots of different options, the food coming from the kitchen all looked wonderful and the place was very busy - I would recommend booking a table if you are planning to eat here, or you may be disappointed! All in all, 10 out of 10 and we will be back just as soon as we are able, bringing our pooch with us, as the place and the people here welcome dogs warmly. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
A wonderful stay in this beautiful location. Rooms spotlessly clean and comfortable, friendly and efficient staff throughout. We had a warm welcome and a simple check in, our room was ready on time and it was a great, characterful space. Wonderful Temple Spa toiletries to try, soft and comfortable mattress for a great, peaceful night's sleep. We were in a room next to the pub, did not hear any noise at all, with parking right outside. Breakfast was excellent and plentiful, lots of hot and cold options to suit all requirements, served up again by a friendly and efficient team. We ate in the pub, the fish and chips are out of this world, but on this visit we tried the seafood platter, which was excellent. Lots of different options, the food coming from the kitchen all looked wonderful and the place was very busy - I would recommend booking a table if you are planning to eat here, or you may be disappointed! All in all, 10 out of 10 and we will be back just as soon as we are able, bringing our pooch with us, as the place and the people here welcome dogs warmly. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
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FAQs about The Joiners Arms
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site, but parking is limited.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 10 AM.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details about room accessibility are not provided.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located just 0.9 miles from Beadnell Bay and within a 15-minute drive of Bamburgh Castle and Embleton Bay. It is approximately 9.6 miles from Alnwick Castle.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and there is no minimum age for children to stay for free.
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- 2026-11-02: 195.39859112228396USD
- 2026-11-03: 114.9174875718689USD
- 2026-11-04: 145.4746419934082USD
- 2026-11-05: 174.7538823201752USD
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- 2026-11-16: 127.38421827552796USD
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- 2026-11-18: 114.49596263633728USD
- 2026-11-19: 117.13698738494874USD
- 2026-11-20: 225.47918318534852USD
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- 2026-11-22: 117.63782793373109USD
- 2026-11-23: 117.13698738494874USD
- 2026-11-24: 114.38047834903718USD
- 2026-11-25: 118.31897176589966USD
- 2026-11-26: 117.13698738494874USD
- 2026-11-27: 312.97162577835087USD
- 2026-11-28: 193.94615181625366USD
- 2026-11-29: 176.52685889160156USD
- 2026-11-30: 143.94199550216675USD
- 2026-12-01: 148.77018343467714USD
- 2026-12-02: 145.89534393943788USD
- 2026-12-03: 188.03621276588441USD
- 2026-12-04: 189.42855669265748USD
- 2026-12-05: 173.47221333580018USD
- 2026-12-06: 143.8418994039917USD
- 2026-12-07: 147.00721990219117USD
- 2026-12-08: 149.72178219192506USD
- 2026-12-09: 148.50974154853822USD
- 2026-12-10: 159.7786967601776USD
- 2026-12-11: 168.2930203807068USD
- 2026-12-12: 244.87649708671572USD
- 2026-12-13: 159.92536034767153USD
- 2026-12-14: 159.92536034767153USD
- 2026-12-15: 150.01226319488526USD
- 2026-12-16: 149.8211581742859USD
- 2026-12-17: 176.35818033493044USD
- 2026-12-18: 384.6468445315552USD
- 2026-12-19: 183.59585863616945USD
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Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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; cash is not accepted
- Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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