In the heart of town, Schooner Hotel invites you to unwind in a tranquil atmosphere. Savor Indian cuisine at Spice Galleon, explore the arcade/game room or take a stroll through the garden.
When you stay at Schooner Hotel, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Alnwick Castle. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Spice Galleon, which serves Indian cuisine and is open for dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers say good things about the overall property condition.
Languages
English
More about this property
VISIBILITY
At a glance
Hotel size
19 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
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Property amenities
Food and drink
English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:30 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Services
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
Television in common areas
Arcade/game room
Outdoor furniture
ROOM
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free tea bags/instant coffee
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Daily housekeeping
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Special features
Dining
Spice Galleon - This restaurant specializes in Indian cuisine and serves dinner only.
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Fees & policies
Optional extras
English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 9.95 to 20.00 per person
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
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Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Schooner Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Schooner Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Schooner Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Schooner Hotel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy amenities like an arcade and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Schooner Hotel?
Yes, Spice Galleon offers Indian cuisine.
What's the area around Schooner Hotel like?
Schooner Hotel is a short 19-minute walk from Northumberland Coast and 2 minutes' walk from Alnmouth Village Golf Club.
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Schooner Hotel Reviews
Reviews
5.0
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5.2/10
Cleanliness
5.6/10
Staff & service
5.0/10
Amenities
4.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
4.6/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
6/10 Good
Jun 7, 2025
Hotel was clean, spacious and quiet. In need of decoration. Owners say they have taken over hotel and are in process of redecoration.
Was quiet and peaceful.
Joanne
Joanne, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jun 25, 2025
Very poor and not as advertised
Both hotel and room was not as advertised on website except for beer garden. Staff not friendly. Room was down a number of corridors and doors all of which were in poor repair. Room was not of a good standard and felt more like a hostel. I did not stay and booked alternative accommodation in the village as apart from the standard of whole hotel being poor, i did not feel safe as a female on my own
Verified traveler
1-night trip
4/10 Fair
May 18, 2025
Arrived only to discover there was no parking even though it has parking on the app, chap was adamant that it said street parking ( as I said that’s why we picked this hotel ) so I did show him it does say parking
mary
mary, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
May 26, 2025
Not good
Understanding the hotel is in a 400 year old building and not wanting to sound like an entitled American. The hot water didn’t work none not a drop, that being said the beds sucked felt like I was on a box spring. Now that said the staff was grate and the food was good the location is amazing. We did however have a grate view of the roof top with old broken ironing boards and an old painting that was crumbling in the rain. The place has issues and not at all worth the price we paid
Sara
Sara, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Apr 13, 2025
Avoid this hotel!!
Horrible hotel, me and my family felt so disgusted to stay there everything felt so dirty and it was so smelly everywhere we literally left to go back home at like 10pm to drive 4 hours home as we just couldn’t stay there. Absolutely horrible
Constantin
Constantin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 13, 2024
Great hotel restaurant was Indian plus some local food.
Was amazing meal highly recommend hotel but especially Indian food fantastic.
Mike
Mike, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Feb 23, 2025
DO NOT BOOK THIS PLACE
DO NOT BOOK!!!
Half finished, dirty, no hot water (constant theme not one off check other reviews), no one contactable. No one on ‘reception’ and no one ever answers phone.
Also offers breakfast - good luck getting that!!! To offer breakfast there has to be someone there to actually provide it, not that I’d want it given no hot water and therefor handwashing or shower facilities in the building.
christopher
christopher, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 27, 2024
hotel was good but several areas need a revamp!
Steve
Steve, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Apr 13, 2025
Terrible
Avoid- hotel very run down and dirty. Very expensive for sub standard accommodation.
Unsafe plugs/ poor decoration/ poor level of cleanliness/ damp.
Several areas of the hotel need cleaning bunch as stairs / dining room / bar area.
On arrival room smelt unclean (of wet dogs) asked to move rooms but was told hotel was full despite this not seeming to be the case.
Met with other guests on stairs who informed me that there was no hot water and they had reported. On arrival checked hot water and indeed was cold, went to reception to report and member of staff seemed surprised.
No hot water for the entire Friday evening.
Tea and coffee equipment dirty.
Internal lock on bedroom door not working - this is a concern for females travelling alone.
Kate
Kate, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 16, 2024
Plain but comfortable room. Bar and restaurant areas exceptoinally and clean and well organised and a credit to the staff; who were welcoming, friendly and always willing to go the extra mile. Food was beyond expectation; this is great place to eat; and takeaways seem to be very popular.
Trevor
Trevor, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 9, 2024
Schooner Hotel
It was extremely clean ,room well equipped, but avoid dining there. The meal was inedible and overpriced. It felt like Fawlty Towers!
Russell
Russell, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 13, 2023
Very cool, historic hotel, but very old, except the bathrooms are awesome.
Harry
Harry, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Oct 6, 2024
Too many lies about hotel
It was clean but the whole hotel is tired. There is no restaurant even thou you advertise on hotels.com. There is no breakfast either had to use an alternative hotel and pay. I wouldnt stay again but it was ok for 1 night.
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2024
Highly recommended for short or long stays
Had a great stay here . All my needs were catered for . Room was clean and well laid out . Dinner was tasty. The room was quiet at night and I slept very well. All topped up with a full English breakfast before heading on my way
David
David, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Mar 30, 2024
Staff was good although the place needs lot of work
Amparo
Amparo, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 2, 2023
Quiet, safe, bus stop outside the door, historic building, friendly and helpful staff
Sandra
Sandra, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 18, 2023
We stayed at the schooner which has improved vastly need more staff but our rooms well refurbished and breakfast was nice
Gary
Gary, 5-night trip
2/10 Poor
Feb 17, 2025
We booked in at the bar ran by 1 man who gave us our keys. The bar area was absolutely freezing I think it was warmer outside. Decided to have a beer after 2 hour journey they had no draught beer no coffee or tea the only drink they had was a small variety of bottled beers. Went to drop our bags in room at least there was a small heater in the room but bathroom freezing and no hot water. Went out in a taxi to Warkworth for the night. The next morning we went down at 9 for breakfast there was no sign of anyone in the hotel so left keys on bar and walked out. I would urge you to remove this so called hotel from your website as it is not fit for purpose. They should refund us our money back for the lack of everything at this hotel disgraceful.
Kenneth
2/10 Poor
Sep 28, 2024
Bed linen inadequate. Cold room. In need of refurbishing. Not a pleasant stay
Irene
Irene, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 17, 2024
Food choices were poor
William
William, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 26, 2024
There is no parking
Carolyn
Carolyn, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Oct 7, 2024
Room ok but hotel has skeleton staff
Arrived late and no one was there to let me in, despite me calling. Hotel did say it was 11pm final check in so I suppose they did warn me. But I had to sleep on the beach until the hotel phoned me back at 3am.
Rob
Rob, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 28, 2024
Old and very dated hotel room. Bathroom tiles were cracked, no house keeping during our 2 night stay. Place is in desperate need of a deep clean and major renovation.
Chris
Chris, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Sep 22, 2024
Dreadful experience !! We did but stay in the end as it was unclean and staff were unable to communicate well in English and they were surly and intimidating. Do not stay there !!!
Alison
Alison, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Sep 27, 2023
Schooner Hotel
Breakfast was not available.
Room & bathroom was clean, bed comfortable.
Very few other guests.