The Cookie Jar Hotel Alnwick, Alnwick ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

12 Bailiffgate, Alnwick, United Kingdom, NE66 1LU

The Cookie Jar is a renovated sandstone property in Alnwick, Northumberland, formerly the Convent of Mercy. With 11 uniquely designed bedrooms, it combines charm with modern luxury. Guests can enjoy views of the nearby Alnwick Castle, making it a significant locale for history enthusiasts.

Location

The hotel is centrally located, just a short walk from Alnwick Castle and various local attractions. It is four miles from Alnmouth train station, which offers direct services to major cities like Newcastle and London. The hotel also facilitates access to nearby outdoor activities like fishing and golfing in the stunning Northumberland countryside.

Rooms

The hotel features 11 individual bedrooms, each named after local landmarks to reflect the area’s heritage. Rooms are equipped with Hypnos beds, luxurious toiletries from Penhaligon’s, and signature drench showers. Larger rooms include opulent features like oversized bathtubs and stunning décor, providing a mix of comfort and style.

Eat & Drink

The Bistro offers a selection of simple, locally sourced dishes and afternoon tea served on specific days. Guests can enjoy dining while overlooking a spacious, heated terrace that accommodates up to 30 guests. For private gatherings, the Bistro is also available for exclusive hire.

Leisure & Business

The Cookie Jar provides amenities for outdoor pursuits, including a drying room and secure gun storage for shooting enthusiasts. Guests can unwind in the cosy lounge or on the terrace, with access to a garden area ideal for relaxing in warmer months. A selection of board games and literature adds to the leisurely atmosphere.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Private Bathroom Double Room

Max:

2 persons

18 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Landscape view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Deluxe Junior Suite

Max:

2 persons

53 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Deluxe King Room

Max:

2 persons

18 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

City view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Getting around

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City Center

Alnwick1000 ft

Airports

Newcastle (NCL) 35.6 mi

Carlisle Lake District (CAX) 69.5 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Exceptional Comfort

“Our room was spacious and beautifully decorated, providing an extremely comfortable stay that exceeded our expectations.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast

“The breakfast spread was delightful and offered an impressive selection, making every morning a treat during our stay.” view full review

Great Accessibility

“The thoughtful design features, such as automatic lights, truly enhanced the experience and showed attention to detail.” view full review

Stunning Aesthetics

“The thoughtfully chosen blue furnishings and accessories created a lovely ambiance that we found both charming and relaxing.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Baggage storage
Elevator

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Golf course
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Children

Cribs

Spa & Leisure

Garden area

Room features

Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

12 Bailiffgate, Alnwick, United Kingdom, NE66 1LU

Map view

12 Bailiffgate, Alnwick, United Kingdom, NE66 1LU

City landmarks

Garden

Alnwick Castle

4000 ft

Garden

The Alnwick Garden

2700 ft

Museums

Northumberland Fusiliers Museum

1.1 mi

Gallery

The Bakehouse Gallery

2600 ft

Alnwick NE66 2NS

Tenantry Column

3100 ft

33 Bondgate Without

Alnwick Squash Club

2200 ft

The Alnwick Garden Denwick Lane

The Alnwick Garden Poison Garden

3600 ft

Alnwick NE66 2LL

Hulne Abbey

1.1 mi

Lionheart Railway Station

The Aln Valley Railway

1.3 mi

Parks

Hulne Park

1.6 mi

Brizlee Tower

1.8 mi

Ratcheugh Crag

2.4 mi

Hulne Abbey Denwick

Hulne Priory

2.5 mi

Low Buston

Church Hill

4.1 mi

Foxton Road

The Old School Gallery

4.2 mi

Riverside Road In dinghy park

The Ferryman's Hut Museum

4.3 mi

Nearby

Museums

Bailiffgate Museum and Gallery

100 ft

Church

St Michael's Church

500 ft

Bridges

The Lion Bridge

1100 ft

Alnwick NE66 1JN

Hotspur Statue

600 ft

9 Narrowgate

Artworks in Alnwick

900 ft

The Old Town Hall Shop Market Place

The Alnwick Gallery

1400 ft

Restaurants

The Alnwick Ice Cream Parlour

600 ft

36 Narrowgate Just around corner from The Dirty Bottles pub

The Origami Cafe & Gift Shop

1000 ft

5 Narrowgate

The Rolling Pin

1000 ft

1 Narrowgate

Melvyn's Cafe

1400 ft

10 Market Place

Trotters Family Bakers

1300 ft

55 Bondgate Within

Bailey's Of Alnwick

1500 ft

49-51 Bondgate Within Bondgate Within

Copperfields

1500 ft

11 Market Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

82%

liked the hotel and would stay again

comfortable rooms

helpful staff

costly

staff availability

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

7.7

Location

9.7

Service

8.0

Dining

8.3

Brian

United Kingdom, January 2024

7.2/10

The hotel is ideally located right outside Alnwick Castle and Gardens entrance, offering easy access to nearby attractions. The rooms, although small and lacking good lighting advice for the bathroom area mirror, were uncomfortably hot, even with a Dyson and fan provided. The service was friendly and helpful, but there were delays in getting drinks. The dining experience was excellent with high-quality ingredients, though the breakfast could be improved. The location receives a top score for its proximity to Alnwick Castle and being a great base for exploring. The facilities were decent overall, without any significant highlights.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were uncomfortably hot and lacked good lighting advice for the bathroom area mirror.

Service

7.0

The staff were friendly and v helpful throughout.

Location

10.0

The location is fantastic, right outside Alnwick Castle and Gardens entrance, making it easy to explore the area.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was excellent with high-quality ingredients, but breakfast could be improved.

Facilities

6.0

Decent facilities without any standout features.

Charles

United Kingdom, June 2023

9.6/10

Staying at this hotel was an absolute delight! The rooms were so comfortable and spacious; it was a joy to stay here with comfortable beds and an exceptionally nice en-suite to our room. The service was top-notch, with staff who were lovely and one of the best breakfasts we have had in a long time. The location couldn't have been better, with easy walking distance to the castle and gardens. The dining experience was absolutely delicious with a great choice of goodies. Overall, a fabulous stay with great value for money.

Rooms

10.0

The rooms were incredibly cozy and spacious, making our stay truly relaxing.

Service

10.0

The staff really went above and beyond to ensure our comfort and enjoyment.

Location

10.0

The hotel is perfectly situated right outside Alnwick Castle and Gardens entrance, making it super convenient for exploring the area.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was a highlight of our stay, with a delicious array of options to choose from.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel provided everything we needed for a fantastic stay, from comfortable seating areas to convenient amenities.

Alexander

United Kingdom, May 2023

8.2/10

My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The room was so comfortable and cozy, exceeding our expectations, but the shower room was a bit cramped and the cost was on the higher side for what we got. The large roof beams on either side of the bed posed a challenge for taller guests like my husband.

Rooms

8.0

The room was so comfortable and cozy, and it was everything we could have hoped for and more.

Service

7.0

The staff were lovely and provided one of the best breakfasts we have had in a long time. However, they are not always onsite, which could be improved, especially considering the prices.

Location

9.0

The location was great, offering parking and within walking distance to the castle and the gardens. It was excellent, very close to the castle yet in a quiet part of Alnwick.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was very good with a nice selection to start the day. The staff were friendly and helpful, making our stay enjoyable.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were faultless, enhancing our overall experience.

comfortable rooms

costly