The Ancient Unicorn Hotel (Barnard Castle, GB) from 131 US$/night

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The Ancient Unicorn Hotel - Barnard Castle

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Overview

3-star historical coaching inn in Barnard Castle's countryside

History & Location

The Ancient Unicorn is a 400-year-old coaching inn located in the village of Bowes, directly off the A66. The hotel provides access to the Pennine Way hiking trail and is within 5 miles of the Bowes Museum and 11 mile of Raby Castle. Guests can also explore High Force waterfall, one of England's most powerful waterfalls, a short drive away.

Accommodations

The Ancient Unicorn Bowes offers 14 rooms, including newly refurbished apartments and cottages with private bathrooms and kitchenettes. Room types range from budget doubles to deluxe doubles and family-friendly triple rooms, many with courtyard views. Each room includes a TV with streaming services and free toiletries.

Dining

The on-site restaurant serves seasonal, home-cooked British cuisine with vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Breakfast includes both continental and full English/Irish selections, all cooked to order. The bar offers a selection of beers, including Black Sheep ale, and hosts live music performances on select evenings.

Pet-Friendly & Family

The Ancient Unicorn Inn is a dog-friendly hotel with courtyard rooms providing easy access for pets. Families can choose from triple rooms and cottages with kitchenettes, and the hotel offers a private garden for children to play. The hotel also participates in Britstops, allowing camper vans to park overnight when dining in the bar or restaurant.

Activities & Services

Guests have access to a private garden and a bar with TNT and Sky Sports for live sports viewing. The hotel provides express check-in and check-out with keypad entries for contactless access. Packed lunches are available on request, and CCTV covers all common areas and outside property for security.

Location: Barnard Castle countryside, 5 miles from Bowes Museum
Rooms: 14 rooms including cottages and apartments with kitchenettes
Dining: Seasonal British cuisine with dietary-safe options
Pet-friendly: Dog-friendly courtyards and Britstops camper parking
Activities: Live music, Pennine Way hiking, private garden
History: 400-year-old coaching inn with self-check-in

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-23:59

until 10:00

Amenities

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.

Other information

Children & extra beds

There are no cribs provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Building

Number of rooms:16

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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Free parking

Baggage storage

24-hour services

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Snack bar

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Check-in/ Check-out

Express check-in/ -out

Sports activities

Hiking

Sports & Fitness

Hiking

Services

Happy hour

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Spa & Leisure

Live entertainment
Garden area

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Room decor

Carpeted floor

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Essential information about The Ancient Unicorn Hotel

💵 Lowest room price	131 US$
📏 Distance to center	3.9 mi
✈️ Distance to airport	29.2 mi
🧳 Nearest airport	Durham Tees Valley, MME

Location

Address

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The Street, Bowes, Barnard Castle, United Kingdom, DL12 9HL

Map view

The Street, Bowes, Barnard Castle, United Kingdom, DL12 9HL

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Farm

Cross Lanes Organic Farm

3.3 mi

Landmark

Barnard Castle

3.8 mi

Museums

The Bowes Museum

4.1 mi

Landmark

Egglestone Abbey

4.3 mi

Church

Saint Mary's Church

3.9 mi

Landmark

The Witham

3.9 mi

Landmark

The Sandra Parker Studio

3.9 mi

Landmark

St Nicholas Church

3.9 mi

The St

Bowes Castle

100 yd

4 Low Road Bowes Barnard Castle

Church of St Giles

100 yd

Restaurant

The Ancient Unicorn Inn Restaurant

100 yd

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FAQ about The Ancient Unicorn

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at the 3-star The Ancient Unicorn?

Church of St Giles, set 400 feet from the 3-star The Ancient Unicorn, as well as Saint Mary's Church placed approximately 15 minutes away by car are well worth visiting.

What is the closest airport to the The Ancient Unicorn?

Durham Tees Valley airport lies within 32 miles of the The Ancient Unicorn and is reachable with a 38-minute drive.

Can we park our car at The Ancient Unicorn hotel?

Yes, guests of The Ancient Unicorn hotel can take advantage of private car parking on site.

What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the 3-star The Ancient Unicorn hotel?

Guests of the 3-star The Ancient Unicorn hotel can check in from 3 PM to 11.59 PM and check out from 10 AM.

What are the booking prices at the hotel?

The prices at the hotel start from £134.

What payment methods are accepted in the Barnard Castle guest house?

Payment methods in the Barnard Castle guest house include:

Visa
Mastercard

Which facilities are included in the rooms at the The Ancient Unicorn hotel?

Some suites at the The Ancient Unicorn hotel boast a marble floor, a couch set and a work desk as well as private bathrooms which include a bathtub and bath sheets.