Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A complimentary breakfast is included, served daily. Exact serving hours are not specified.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:00, and check-out is by 10:30. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, including public areas and rooms.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in Chester-le-Street, within a 15-minute drive of St. James' Park and Quayside. It is approximately 2.0 km from the Angel of the North and 3.8 km from George Washington Golf Club.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

Bowes Incline Hotel

What guests think

At Bowes Incline Hotel, guests consistently praise the friendly, efficient staff, hearty pub dining, and clean, modern rooms, with many describing the rural setting near the A1 as peaceful and convenient for business or leisure stays.

Common downsides include occasional noise or cooking smells from the bar and beer garden, rooms that can feel cold when heating is reduced at night, and patchy Wi‑Fi in some areas. A few guests also met limited bar service due to early closing or refurbishment, and some guests would welcome an on‑site EV charger. Overall, expect a relaxed country‑inn stay that suits drivers and short breaks.

Facilities

Cleanliness

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Service

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Facilities

Popular on-site pub/bar and restaurant; some guests encountered limited bar service due to early closing or refurbishment. Wi‑Fi can be weak in certain rooms, and reviewers note the lack of an EV charger.

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Nigel

17 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I arrived at the Hotel on the coldest night of the winter so far (predicted to be -5). I was given room 17 which is furthest from reception and the very last room down a long corridor. This meant two things: 1) furthest from router - I could not get any wifi 2) It was a very cold room to begin with. I was told that they had just turned to the room heating on and it would stay on until about 11pm. WRONG It went off about 6.30 pm. 3 power cuts later. I slept in all of clothes and socks as it was sooooo cold. Not a good experience all round ...

8

Alan

5 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A great Inn with nice staff and pretty good food. Just missing an electric car charger point and it would be a 5 star rating.

10

Nicola

9 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was excellent apart from when we returned the bar was closed at 10.30 and couldn’t get a drink

8

Alan

16 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

An EV charger would be beneficial. Staff are pleasant and breakfast was great. Nice rooms with slightly dodgy water pressure on the shower but not bad. Really comfy bed and would definitely recommend.

10

JILL

13 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Fabulous country Hotel down a twisty lane. Very welcoming Staff very friendly and helpful. Lovely room comfortable bed. Big bathroom with walk in shower .Nice big restaurant and bar plenty to choose from the menu portions are very big tho. Breakfast was good . Highly recommend this hotel good value.

10

Malcolm

2 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent hotel in rural location dining and bar on site family run hotel very friendly and helpful pub excellent an food and drink

8

Alister

30 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Bit annoying that the bar was being refitted during my stay so choice of drinks very limited. Room ok, bit dated and walls evidently VERY thin! Staff were great, food was pretty good. Quiet location, plenty free parking. WiFi a little weak.

10

Christopher

20 Apr 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Had a great stay at this country inn with a fantastic pub restaurant

10

Stephen

12 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A bery comfortable stay. TV reception needs sorting out. If you don’t like ITV then tough! Not many other channels available.

8

Michael

11 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The food was very good & the staff great Very cold in our room when we arrived, not too pleased about that after a long journey & the internet was non exhistant in our room, but everything else was OK

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Cleanliness

Rooms and bathrooms are consistently clean and well kept, with several mentions of recent refurbishments. A number of guests, however, reported cold rooms or heating being switched off at night during colder periods.

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Nigel

17 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I arrived at the Hotel on the coldest night of the winter so far (predicted to be -5). I was given room 17 which is furthest from reception and the very last room down a long corridor. This meant two things: 1) furthest from router - I could not get any wifi 2) It was a very cold room to begin with. I was told that they had just turned to the room heating on and it would stay on until about 11pm. WRONG It went off about 6.30 pm. 3 power cuts later. I slept in all of clothes and socks as it was sooooo cold. Not a good experience all round ...

8

Alan

27 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This is the second time I have started here with the last time being in the Summer. As last time, the staff were great and the food is spot on - especially breakfast. Be warned, breakfast portions are big! The only negatives are that there should be at least a bottle of water in the room but more of an issue was the the room heating is switched off centrally somewhere around 9:30pm. I was still doing some work at the desk and the room when pretty cold quite quickly. I appreciate the cost management but had my wife been staying, it would not have been acceptable. I will stay again and do recommend this lovely hotel but be aware of the heating situation through the winter.

10

luke

1 Aug 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Nice clean room, stayed many times before never disappointed staff our friendly and always willing to help, food is excellent

10

James

3 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly and welcoming Rooms are clean and modern decor

10

Mark

3 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay and great food as always. Room warm, clean and comfortable. Good choice of homemade food for dinner and a great breakfast.

10

Emma

6 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Fabulous clean room and the food was amazing in the pub.

10

Richard

22 Jun 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

What a great place to stay , you have to go down some small lane to get to it ,but with the main road (A1) running just over 50m away it was very peaceful no road noice . Check in was easy , room very clean , only problem was they are updating the room next door so heating was off but heater was in the room , also workmen didn`t start work until after 9-30 so no problems with noise . Great breakfast with loads to choice and plenty to be had , the pub food was some of the best i`ve had ( beef & ale pie ) grat price too . GREAT STAFF everyone of the team was great 11 out of 10 nothing was to much trouble for them .

8

Alan

28 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A lovely pub & hotel with good food and very attentive staff. The room was recently refurbished and was very comfortable. The only negative was that the room was cold. I raised this with reception who said they would press the boost? The heating came on for a bit and then went off again. Again I spoke to reception (I’m not particularly fussy but my hands were actually cold) and they repeated that someone will press the boost. Not ideal on a cold night. Breakfast was lovely though.

10

James

23 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Friendly helpful staff, clean property

10

Antony

17 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely clean and mordern room Staff very friendly and helpful. The food was excellent with a very good choice of different dishes. Price was very good when compared to the quality of the property and service. My first stay here, It wont be my last

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Rooms

Modern, comfortable rooms, many recently refurbished and well equipped. Some guests experienced noise or cooking smells near the bar/restaurant, thin walls, and occasional weak Wi‑Fi; a few found beds or pillows too firm.

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Charlotte

11 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The service was amazing, the food at the pub was great (especially the lemon meringue cheesecake!), the only thing that really let this place down was the rock hard bed. I have osteoarthritis in my hip and he’s beds equals chronic pain and zero sleep for me. Such a shame as everything about the stay was perfect!

8

Alan

16 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

An EV charger would be beneficial. Staff are pleasant and breakfast was great. Nice rooms with slightly dodgy water pressure on the shower but not bad. Really comfy bed and would definitely recommend.

10

Mark

3 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay and great food as always. Room warm, clean and comfortable. Good choice of homemade food for dinner and a great breakfast.

10

Gordon Michael

29 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Loved the modern rooms. Close to the motorway. Food was very tasty.

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Craig

10 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Welcoming at reception, room was pleasant, clean and modern. Unfortunately I think it was next to the toilets from the pub/ restaurant so was noisy until quite late. The room was warm and when I opened window the beer garden has piped music so had that to contend with as well. Breakfast was included and service was good. Unlikely to be back now if I’m honest.

8

Alister

30 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Bit annoying that the bar was being refitted during my stay so choice of drinks very limited. Room ok, bit dated and walls evidently VERY thin! Staff were great, food was pretty good. Quiet location, plenty free parking. WiFi a little weak.

10

Douglas

15 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent from the moment of check in to the breakfast on leaving day, Rooms were newly renovated and had everything you needed, Food and choice was excellent, defo booking again

10

Michael

24 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A fantastic stay, a real gem. The room was lovely and well equipped and all the staff were so friendly and attentive.

8

Angela

30 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff were excellent, very attentive, breakfast was 1st class. Our room was fine but being so close to the bar/ resteraunt it was a bit noisy and often filled with a strong smell of cooking!

8

Jalal

13 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice room

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Service

Service is a strong point, with friendly, attentive staff and smooth check‑in noted across reviews. Guests frequently praise breakfast service and overall hospitality.

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Darren

17 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed at this hotel more times than I can remember. Home from home. Excellent food, friendly staff.

10

Tony

6 Nov 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great place to stay lovely staff and great food

10

richard

4 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The team here are extremely helpful and work hard for each other. The food is of a high standard. Will use this place whenever I’m in the area.

8

Angela

30 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff were excellent, very attentive, breakfast was 1st class. Our room was fine but being so close to the bar/ resteraunt it was a bit noisy and often filled with a strong smell of cooking!

10

Catherine

21 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Such friendly and efficient staff. This place is an oasis.

10

Darren

3 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Stay here several times a year when working in the north east. Fantastic hotel, friendly staff and the food is spot on.

10

Antony

17 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely clean and mordern room Staff very friendly and helpful. The food was excellent with a very good choice of different dishes. Price was very good when compared to the quality of the property and service. My first stay here, It wont be my last

10

Stephen

7 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Smooth check in. Staff very friendly. Accommodation fab. Food lovely.

10

Neville

25 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We really loved our stay at Bowes Incline. It sets a very high standard in all areas from staff friendliness, to the quality of finish in the rooms, their cleanliness and the quality of their food. We only wish that all of our stays were this good! The great experience started with the young lady on reception who was really friendly and helpful, and who doesn't love that liltting Geordie accent! The rooms have been well designed and simply styled with neutral colours. The food is outstanding, and we can see why it appears to be popular with the locals. The chef has some talent and imagination. The menu is varied and although we opted for the steak, they were perfectly cooked, and the meal arrived hot (something that doesn't always happen). Breakfast was fantastic, with a wide range of options, and generous portions. We'd highly recommend Bowes Incline to anyone wanting to stay in the Newcastle area.

8

Alan

16 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff. Clean and comfortable rooms. Food is excellent and plenty of it.

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Location

Rural, peaceful setting close to the A1, described as quiet yet convenient. Access can involve small twisty lanes and a few guests mention GPS difficulties.

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Anthony

17 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It’s very isolated and quiet even though it’s close to the A1

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JILL

13 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Fabulous country Hotel down a twisty lane. Very welcoming Staff very friendly and helpful. Lovely room comfortable bed. Big bathroom with walk in shower .Nice big restaurant and bar plenty to choose from the menu portions are very big tho. Breakfast was good . Highly recommend this hotel good value.

10

Michael

14 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very friendly hotel situated close to the A1. Excellent food and a nice place to stay over.

8

Samuel

26 Sept 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Nice and quiet place in the countryside

10

Gordon Michael

29 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Loved the modern rooms. Close to the motorway. Food was very tasty.

10

Richard

22 Jun 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

What a great place to stay , you have to go down some small lane to get to it ,but with the main road (A1) running just over 50m away it was very peaceful no road noice . Check in was easy , room very clean , only problem was they are updating the room next door so heating was off but heater was in the room , also workmen didn`t start work until after 9-30 so no problems with noise . Great breakfast with loads to choice and plenty to be had , the pub food was some of the best i`ve had ( beef & ale pie ) grat price too . GREAT STAFF everyone of the team was great 11 out of 10 nothing was to much trouble for them .

8

Alister

30 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Bit annoying that the bar was being refitted during my stay so choice of drinks very limited. Room ok, bit dated and walls evidently VERY thin! Staff were great, food was pretty good. Quiet location, plenty free parking. WiFi a little weak.

10

John

10 Jun 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

This a terrific hotel in the heart of the Gateshead countryside. The staff are extremely efficient and very helpful to make stay the best experience ever. The restaurant food is of a very high standard, never a bad meal yet. The only negative is that GPS systems for one reason or another can not find location. So we eventually found that if you input North Rise, it will take right to the Bowes Incline Hotel, —- go figure ! Great stay.

10

Christopher

20 Apr 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Had a great stay at this country inn with a fantastic pub restaurant

10

paul

28 Aug 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Location food & rooms all excellent

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Dining

Food and breakfast are widely praised for quality, generous portions, and varied menus in the on‑site pub/restaurant. Minor drawbacks include occasional early bar closure or refurbishment limitations and one or two comments about breakfast quality.

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Grahame

5 Dec 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Throughly enjoyed our stay, excellent value and very friendly. I was to offer some critique it would be the cooked breakfast which was big and varied lacked a little quality. No hesitation to stay again or recommend

10

Mark

3 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay and great food as always. Room warm, clean and comfortable. Good choice of homemade food for dinner and a great breakfast.

10

Emma

6 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Fabulous clean room and the food was amazing in the pub.

10

Darren

17 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed at this hotel more times than I can remember. Home from home. Excellent food, friendly staff.

10

Tony

6 Nov 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great place to stay lovely staff and great food

10

richard

4 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The team here are extremely helpful and work hard for each other. The food is of a high standard. Will use this place whenever I’m in the area.

10

Tony

30 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great place to stay, amazing food and the staff are always very friendly

10

david

13 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great overnight stop and the food was amazing. Will definitely stay again on my travels

10

Neville

25 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We really loved our stay at Bowes Incline. It sets a very high standard in all areas from staff friendliness, to the quality of finish in the rooms, their cleanliness and the quality of their food. We only wish that all of our stays were this good! The great experience started with the young lady on reception who was really friendly and helpful, and who doesn't love that liltting Geordie accent! The rooms have been well designed and simply styled with neutral colours. The food is outstanding, and we can see why it appears to be popular with the locals. The chef has some talent and imagination. The menu is varied and although we opted for the steak, they were perfectly cooked, and the meal arrived hot (something that doesn't always happen). Breakfast was fantastic, with a wide range of options, and generous portions. We'd highly recommend Bowes Incline to anyone wanting to stay in the Newcastle area.

8

Alan

16 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff. Clean and comfortable rooms. Food is excellent and plenty of it.

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Bowes Incline Hotel

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