Doxford Hall Hotel & Spa

Northumberland, with its stunning landscapes and rich history, is the perfect place to combine outdoors adventures with spoiling relaxation. After a day exploring castles, coastline, or countryside, a hotel with a swimming pool provides the ideal retreat. They're also ideal if the weather turns inclement! We’ve highlighted two standout country house hotels that deliver in every department, blending elegance with a relaxed atmosphere. Each offers excellent dining, inviting spa facilities, and of course, a welcoming pool, ensuring your Northumberland stay is as restorative as it is memorable.

For a country house hotel

Matfen Hall Hotel

  • A stately Georgian retreat in the Northumberland countryside, Doxford Hall Hotel & Spa effortlessly combines elegance with relaxation. Its inviting spa includes a heated indoor pool, sauna, and indulgent treatments — ideal after exploring Alnwick Castle, the coastal path, or simply enjoying a tranquil country-house escape.
  • Matfen Hall Hotel is a grand Gothic hall set in 300 acres of parkland, which is made for indulgence. The spa boasts a serene swimming pool, thermal suite, sauna, steam room, and treatments. Combined with fine dining, golf, and nearby Hadrian’s Wall, it’s a true country escape.

Still not sure?

Best Northumberland Hotels with Pools

Matfen Hall Hotel

Northumberland (Northumberland)

This grand Gothic hall, wrapped in parkland, has all the ingredients for a true country escape. Reception rooms retain their grandeur, bedrooms are classically luxurious, while eating options from fine-dining to pub classics. With golf, a large spa, gardens and terrace, it’s properly indulgent.

  • Country Escape - Set in over 300 acres of unique parkland, this is a place for couples to relax, families to explore and friends to enjoy
  • Local markets - Check out what local produce Hexham has to offer, as well as nearby Corbridge
  • Great walks - With 300 acres to explore the park is full of walking and jogging trails
  • Sights nearby - Just a 30 minute drive from Hadrian’s Wall, well worth the journey
from £259 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Doxford Hall Hotel & Spa

Northumberland (Chathill)

Georgian country-house hotel in large grounds, with spacious and elegant rooms yet a laidback and friendly atmosphere. Fine-dining restaurant, spa and pool, and popular for family celebrations as well as couples on weekend breaks.

  • Country Escape - Beautiful setting in the Northumberland countryside, a true escape.
  • Sights nearby - Alnwick Castle and Garden is just a short drive away.
  • Sailing - Boat trips to the Farne Islands leave from Seahouses.
  • Great walks - Set out on the Northumberland coastal path.
from £109 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Written by Amelia Shirley

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