Curated luxury hotels in Satley

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 8.8 mi (14.2 km) from Beamish Open Air Museum and 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from Chapman's Well Local Nature Reserve.

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.

With a stay at Beamish Hall Hotel, BW Premier Collection in Stanley, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 10-minute drive of Beamish Open Air Museum and Beamish Wild. 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 Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG, you'll be centrally located in Durham – a 1-minute drive from Durham University and 15 minutes from Beamish Open Air Museum. 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 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 9.1 mi (14.6 km) from Beamish Open Air Museum and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Gala Theatre Durham.

• 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.

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 and a terrace. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and a business centre.

At the hotel, the rooms are equipped with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. At The Nest At The Woodmans Arms rooms are fitted with a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer.

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, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested.

Guests at The Nest At The Woodmans Arms will be able to enjoy activities in and around Whickham, like hiking and 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 Stanley, South Causey Inn is within a 15-minute drive of Beamish Open Air Museum and St. James' Park. This inn is 9 mi (14.5 km) from Quayside and 11.3 mi (18.1 km) from Durham University.

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.

With a stay at Farnley Tower Guesthouse in Durham, you'll be in the historical district, within a 5-minute drive of Durham University and Gala Theatre Durham. This hotel is 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from Beamish Open Air Museum and 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from St. Nicholas Church.

With a stay at Delta Hotels Durham Royal County, you'll be centrally located in Durham – a 1-minute drive from Durham University and 14 minutes from Beamish Open Air Museum. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from St. Nicholas Church and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Gala Theatre Durham.

Located in Bishop Auckland, The Saxon Inn is a 1-minute drive from Escomb Saxon Church and 7 minutes from Auckland Castle. This inn is 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from Spennymoor Leisure Centre and 7.8 mi (12.6 km) from Raby Castle.

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 12.5 mi (20.2 km) from Beamish Open Air Museum and 15.4 mi (24.8 km) from St. James' Park.

Offering a restaurant, a terrace and a bar, Lord Crewe Arms Blanchland is nestled in the small village of Blanchland. With free WiFi access and free on-site parking, Derwent Reservoir is 3.3 miles away and Newcastle upon Tyne is 41 minutes' drive away.

Each room includes a TV. Featuring a bath, the private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer and bathrobes. Extras include a desk, bed linen and ironing facilities.

At Lord Crewe Arms Blanchland there is a terrace/garden. Other facilities offered at the property include meeting facilities, luggage storage and an ironing service. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling, fishing and hiking.

From the property, intu Metrocentre is 26.7 miles away and Slaley Forest is 9 minutes' drive away. Newcastle Airport is 25.4 miles away.

Located in Durham, OYO The Townhouse is within a 15-minute drive of Durham University and Beamish Open Air Museum. This inn is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from St. Nicholas Church and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Gala Theatre Durham.

Centrally located in the historic city of Durham Delta Hotels by Marriott Durham Royal County boasts views of Durham Cathedral and Durham Castle and is situated on the banks of the River Wear.

Each room at Delta Hotels by Marriott Durham Royal County Hotel features a flat-screen TV. Some rooms offer views of the River Wear and upgraded bathroom facilities.

Cast Iron restaurant serves a buffet-style breakfast. The Cast Iron Bar, along with the Terrace, serves a selection of sandwiches, mains, sides and desserts along with classic and contemporary cocktails, wines, spirits, beers and soft drinks.

The hotel offers an indoor gym accessible to hotel guests 24 hours.

The hotel is 13 miles from Sunderland and less than 20 miles from the centre of Newcastle. High Force Waterfall is 36 miles away and Beamish Museum can be reached in 15 minutes by car.

Dogs are welcome and T&C's apply. Maximum of 2 dogs per room. An anti-allergy deep cleaning fee of £30 for 1 dog and £50 for 2 dogs will apply. For stays longer than 7 days, there will be additional weekly fee of £50. Maximum of two dogs per room applies.

Located in Gateshead (Lamesley), Riding Farm Cottages is within a 10-minute drive of Beamish Open Air Museum and Angel of the North. This family-friendly hotel is 6.9 mi (11.1 km) from Washington Old Hall and 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art.

Located in Durham, within 12 km of Lumley Castle and 20 km of Beamish Museum, Victoria inn provides accommodation with a bar and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is situated 25 km from Stadium of Light, 26 km from The Glasshouse International Centre for Music and 27 km from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art. The inn features family rooms.

Theatre Royal is 27 km from the inn, while MetroCentre is 29 km away. Teesside International Airport is 39 km from the property.