Stanhope Travel Guide
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Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa
We booked a superior room having selected the hotel as a ‘pet friendly’ destination. However, on arrival it became clear that the hotel is (at best) pet ‘reluctantly accepted’. Pets are not allowed in any public rooms and only standard rooms are available for guests with pets. The standard room, ...
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead
Nice room, clean and comfortable. Staff friendly and welcoming. Pool area and changing rooms were not as well maintained as other areas of hotel.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Delta Hotels Durham Royal County
Lovely, spacious room with river view. Great service and helpful staff. Good quality dinner and excellent disabled parking. We’ve been 3 times and will come again.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Durham City Cottages
Stayed for 3 nights over New Year...was absolute bliss. Late booking and the communication was brilliant to get it sorted. Cottage was immaculate throughout with everything we needed. Perfect location for walks, and yet only 5 minutes from shops and Durham centre Will be returning again for sure...thank ...
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Lovelady Shield House
The Old Colliery Stables
Friendly staff; very clean; microwave, toaster and kettle; good value.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Popular places to visit
Hamsterley Forest
Explore the great outdoors at Hamsterley Forest, a lovely green space in South Bedburn. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Auckland Castle
After visiting Auckland Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bishop Auckland. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Explore the great outdoors at North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, a lovely green space in Stanhope. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.
Binchester Roman Fort
Find out about the history of Bishop Auckland with a stop at Binchester Roman Fort. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Weardale Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Weardale Museum in Stanhope. Discover the countryside and bars in this quaint area.
Escomb Saxon Church
Escomb Saxon Church is just one of the places to see in Bishop Auckland, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
