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 $345 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Check availability on Expedia

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 $145 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Check availability on Expedia

Written by Amelia Shirley

Sign up to our weekly newsletter

No spam. Only sweet updates about the latest hotel openings and the best places to stay.