Curated luxury hotels near Empire Theatre

Built in the style of a Manor House making it one of the most distinctive hotels in Northumberland. Overlooking the Derwent Valley, this beautiful hotel is located within easy reach of Newcastle and Durham.

Derwent Manor is set in 20 acres of land and the interior is every bit as impressive as its exterior. Most of the spacious en-suite bedrooms have timber-beamed ceilings and all have one or two double beds. Prego Restaurant, with its huge open fire, serves a range of English and continental cuisine in stylish surroundings, while hearty bar meals can be enjoyed in our Antler Bar and Lounge. For the corporate requirements or for social occasions and weddings, the hotel boasts a range of Conference and Banqueting Suites seating up to 300 guests. Leisure Club with indoor pool, sauna, spa bath and fitness centre. For modern, professional and friendly service in a grand setting, any visit to Derwent Manor will be a memorable one.

When you a stay at Beamish Hall Hotel, BW Premier Collection in Stanley, you'll be next to a golf course, just steps from Beamish Wild and Beamish Adventure Park. This golf hotel is 8.5 mi (13.6 km) from St. James' Park and 9 mi (14.5 km) from Quayside.

With a stay at South Causey Inn in Stanley, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of St. James' Park and Causey Arch. This inn is 9 mi (14.5 km) from Quayside and 11.3 mi (18.1 km) from Durham University.

Located in Stanley, Black Horse Beamish is a 3-minute drive from Beamish Wild and 6 minutes from Beamish Open Air Museum. This inn is 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from Tyne Bridge and 7.3 mi (11.7 km) from BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art.

Located in Consett, Anchor Inn is a 4-minute drive from Stocksfield Golf Club and 9 minutes from Empire Theatre. This inn is 15.4 mi (24.8 km) from St. James' Park and 15.9 mi (25.6 km) from Quayside.

With a stay at Hamsteels Hall in Durham, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Durham University and Diggerland. This farm stay is 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from Chapman's Well Local Nature Reserve and 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from Hall Hill Farm.

Situated in Stanley, 3.1 km from Beamish Museum, Hotel 52 Stanley features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel features free WiFi and a bar. The property is non-smoking and is located 11 km from Lumley Castle.

The rooms have a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, while selected rooms also boast a kitchenette. At the hotel the rooms are fitted with a desk and a TV.

MetroCentre is 11 km from Hotel 52 Stanley, while Newcastle Train Station is 15 km from the property. Newcastle International Airport is 24 km away.

With a stay at Hotel Indigo Newcastle by IHG, you'll be centrally located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne – a 7-minute walk from St. James' Park and 11 minutes by foot from University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Northumbria University and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Quayside.

A stay at Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG places you in the heart of Durham, within a 15-minute walk of Durham University and Durham Indoor Market. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from St. Nicholas Church and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Gala Theatre Durham.

With a stay at Crowne Plaza Newcastle - Stephenson Quarter by IHG in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Castle Keep and Chinatown. This spa hotel is 0.7 mi (1 km) from Tyne Bridge and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Eldon Square Shopping Centre.

With a stay at Copthorne Hotel Newcastle, you'll be centrally located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, within a 5-minute drive of Quayside and St. James' Park. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from High Level Bridge and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Genting Casino Newcastle.

With a stay at Radisson BLU Hotel Durham in Durham, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Durham University and Crook Hall and Gardens. This spa hotel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Gala Theatre Durham and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from St. Nicholas Church.

• Fairytale castle
• Escape room
• Themed events

With its towers, grand interiors and rooms fit for royalty, the Lumley Castle Hotel is like something out of the fairytale books. It sits on a hill surrounded by parklands, between Durham and Newcastle. It’s also opposite Durham County Cricket Ground, so you can walk to matches. You can spend your days exploring the North East England, or making yourself at home in its beautiful rooms, restaurants and bars.

You can choose to stay in the castle itself, or the courtyard. And upgrades to one of the three suites really are worth it for the four poster beds, rolltop or jacuzzi baths and countryside views. When you’re not in your room, there’s a cosy library bar to chill out in – even in winter, there’s often a log fire going. They serve brunch, as well as bits like toasted ciabatta sandwiches, sharing platters and soups for lunch. In the main Knights restaurant, meanwhile, you can dine on duck breast, monkfish or rump of lamb under a dramatic vaulted ceiling.

There’s always something going on at Lumley Castle. The hotel runs lots of fun events, from Elizabethan banquets and Motown nights to 80s-themed bingo and breakfast with Santa. And did we mention the escape room? Yep, you can book in to play Lily of Lumley without leaving the castle walls.

Located in Gateshead (Swalwell), Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead is within a 10-minute drive of Utilita Arena Newcastle and St. James' Park. This spa hotel is 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal and 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne.

Duke of Wellington Inn features a shared lounge, restaurant, a bar and water sports facilities in Corbridge. The property is around 23 km from MetroCentre, 24 km from Theatre Royal and 25 km from St James' Park. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and free WiFi.

Selected rooms are equipped with a kitchen with a fridge, a dishwasher and an oven.

The breakfast offers continental, Full English/Irish or vegetarian options.

You can play darts at this 5-star inn, and the area is popular for windsurfing and fishing.

Utilita Arena is 25 km from the inn, while Newcastle Train Station is 25 km from the property. Newcastle International Airport is 21 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

With a stay at County Hotel & County Aparthotel Newcastle, you'll be centrally located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, within a 5-minute drive of St. James' Park and Quayside. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Newcastle-upon-Tyne St. Mary's Cathedral and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Life Science Centre.

Situated in Whickham and with MetroCentre reachable within 4 km, The Nest At The Woodmans Arms features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can have a drink at the bar.

The rooms in the hotel are fitted with an iPod docking station. Rooms are fitted with a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At The Nest At The Woodmans Arms the rooms are equipped with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV.

The breakfast offers continental, Full English/Irish or vegetarian options. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving American, British and Italian cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested.

Guests at The Nest At The Woodmans Arms will be able to enjoy activities in and around Whickham, like cycling.

Beamish Museum is 9.4 km from the hotel, while Newcastle Train Station is 10 km from the property. Newcastle International Airport is 14 km away.

Located in Stocksfield, Duke of Wellington is a 5-minute drive from St Andrew's Church Corbridge and 6 minutes from Corbridge Roman Site. This luxury inn is 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from Aydon Castle and 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from Tyne Riverside Country Park.

With a stay at Leonardo Hotel Newcastle, you'll be centrally located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, within a 5-minute drive of St. James' Park and Quayside. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Life Science Centre and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Newcastle-upon-Tyne St. Mary's Cathedral.

Located in Hexham, Slaley Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort is in the historical district – a 1-minute drive from De Vere Slaley Hall Golf Course and 9 minutes from North Pennines. This family-friendly hotel is 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Derwent Reservoir and 7 mi (11.3 km) from Stocksfield Golf Club.