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Located alongside the River Tees, Rockliffe Hall Hotel Golf & Spa will offer the perfect location for an idyllic escape.
Summary of reviewsRockliffe Hall Hotel Golf & Spa is a stunning 5-star luxury resort located in beautiful countryside grounds, offering a serene and peaceful setting for guests. The hotel boasts exceptional amenities, including a top-class spa, beautiful golf courses and luxurious rooms that are tastefully furnished. While some guests had mixed experiences with the dining options, the breakfast experience was generally positive with plenty of choice and cooked to perfection. The staff is outstanding, providing excellent customer service with a warm and friendly approach. The hotel is perfect for a romantic getaway with a peaceful atmosphere and attentive staff. Overall, Rockliffe Hall Hotel Golf & Spa is a fantastic choice for anyone seeking a luxurious and relaxing stay. Show more
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Boutique-style Resort
Positioned in the quiet County Durham countryside, Rockliffe’s location is ideal for discovering the drama of the north-east coastline, the treasures of Durham city and the beauty of the North Yorkshire Moors.
Luxury Resort
This 5-star Gothic-style B&B and Spa is situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Resort near Golf Courses
This 5-star hotel offers a world-renowned golf course, which has also hosted numerous tournaments, as well as various golf facilities, such as lessons, a golf academy, a Pro Shop where you can purchase all your equipment and a stunning landscape that will make your time playing golf and your overall stay truly unforgettable.
Resort with Spa
With 50,000 square feet of luxurious spa and treatment facilities, Rockliffe Hall's spa guarantees the perfect environment to unwind and indulge.
Family Friendly Resort
This resort provides a comprehensive family experience with its extensive grounds, spa, and golf facilities, ensuring both adults and children find activities to enjoy. It offers family-friendly amenities and various activities suitable for all ages.
Romantic Resort
Situated on the banks of the River Tees, in the picturesque County Durham countryside, this castle hotel is an ideal romantic escape.
Resort with Swimming Pool
Rockliffe Hall features a large spa with a swimming pool, hydrotherapy pool, and thermal suites. The extensive spa facilities and golf course make it a comprehensive destination for leisure and wellness.
Heated Pool Indoor Pool Outdoor Pool
Business Resort
This resort provides extensive business facilities alongside leisure amenities. It offers various meeting rooms, event spaces, and high-speed internet access, making it suitable for conferences and corporate events. Additionally, the golf course and spa provide opportunities for relaxation and networking.
Resort with Parking
This resort provides ample parking for guests. It offers a luxury experience with its golf course and spa facilities.
EV charging stations
Accessible Resort
Rockliffe Hall can accommodate people with disabilities.
Resort with Gym
Rockliffe Hall offers a luxury spa and fitness centre, in addition to its golf facilities, ensuring guests have access to a wide range of health and wellness activities.
Resort with Tennis Courts
A luxury resort with excellent tennis facilities. Offers a comprehensive spa and golf course for additional recreation. Provides a relaxing atmosphere for both sport and leisure.
Resort with EV Charging Stations
This resort offers Porsche-branded electric charging points in the main car park with type 2 tethered charging cables for hotel residents and members. Additionally, it provides two 50kW fast chargers at The Clubhouse, featuring BP Pulse and Pod Point branded chargers.
5-Star Resort
The AA 5 star luxury hotel offers its guests state-of-the-art spa treatments, a world-class golf course and a wide range of dining options.
Resort with Outdoor Pool
The Spa Garden at this resort features two outdoor hot pools, including an infinity edge hydrotherapy pool with massage jets and a bubbling Jacuzzi. The garden also offers a sauna, fire pit, and heated relaxation loungers.
Resort with Indoor Pool
Rockliffe Hall features a tranquil spa with a notable indoor pool and a commendable range of treatments. The Spa Garden, with its infinity pool, tepidarium beds, and sauna, blends indoor and outdoor experiences, enhancing relaxation.
Resort Taking Steps Towards Sustainability
Resort for Honeymoon
Resort for Yoga
Resort with Heated Pool
Room Types
Superior King with BalconyEach room is south facing and offers views over the gardens and golf course.
New Hall bedrooms offer extra spacious luxury en suites with a double sink, walk in monsoon shower and a separate bath with its own TV. Room features include king size beds, mood lighting, air-conditioning, extensive lounge seating, dressing area, and a separate WC. Many also have interconnecting doors which are ideal for families.
SuiteAll bedrooms have been individually decorated with historical features that reflect the original period of the Old Hall.
These luxury bedrooms have king-size beds, marble clad bathrooms with tile TVs and magnificent views over the gardens and grounds.
Complimentary Wi-Fi and the state of the art TV and audio facilities offer home from home luxury.
Superior KingThese modern bedrooms offer easy access to the award-winning spa and leisure facilities and The Old Hall, with a magnificent view over the gardens and the golf course.
These extra spacious luxury en suites feature a king-size bed, mood lighting, air conditioning and extensive lounge seating. The beautiful marble clad bathroom has double sinks, a walk-in monsoon shower with separate bath and toilet.
Junior SuiteOffering free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned double room offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Superior Family RoomOffering free toiletries and bathrobes, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned twin room offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a dining area as well as garden views. The unit offers 2 beds.
Superior Family Room with BalconyThe spacious twin room features air conditioning, a minibar, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 2 beds.
Superior Family room with TerraceThe spacious family room features air conditioning, a minibar, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a bath. This family room has a tea and coffee maker, a dining area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a terrace. The unit has 2 beds.
Cozy KingProviding free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker and a dining area. The unit offers 1 bed.
Superior King with TerraceThe spacious double room features air conditioning, a minibar, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Superior AccessibleFeaturing free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned double room features a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a dining area as well as garden views. The unit has 1 bed.
Primary SuiteThis spacious suite includes 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a dining area as well as garden views. The unit has 1 bed.
Signature SuiteThis spacious suite comes with 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite features a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a dining area as well as garden views. The unit has 1 bed.
Guest Reviews
9.2
Excellent
Location
Located in stunning countryside grounds, Rockliffe Hall Hotel Golf & Spa offers a beautiful and serene setting for guests. The attention to detail in the old hall creates an ideal location for weddings, while the hotel's superb location makes it a convenient stopover not far from Newcastle. Although the dining choices in the evening are limited, the pleasant walks surrounding the hotel provide a peaceful escape. Overlooking the garden and golf course, this beautiful place is perfectly located for those seeking a tranquil retreat.
Breakfast
The breakfast experience at Rockliffe Hall Hotel Golf & Spa is a mix of great, good and not so good reviews. Most guests found the breakfast fantastic with plenty of choice and cooked to perfection. Some guests even enjoyed it in the beautiful orangery or had it delivered to their room. The food is excellent and the staff attitude is amazing. However, a few guests found the breakfast to be mediocre, disappointing or slow. One guest had to wait for 20 minutes for their breakfast to arrive, while another had to wait for 40 minutes even after booking a time. Some guests missed classic breakfast items like baked beans or hash browns on the menu. Nevertheless, Rockliffe Hall Hotel Golf & Spa's superb facilities, bright and sunny atmosphere and delicious food will give guests a pretty good breakfast experience overall.
Dinner
Guests had a mixed experience when it comes to dinner at Rockliffe Hall Hotel Golf & Spa. Some found the food to be fantastic, amazing and of the highest quality, especially at Nu Sana. Others felt that the food was overpriced and disappointing with small portions, no middle options and limited menu choices. Some guests were also disappointed with the ambience and service, particularly in the Orangery, which was cold and quiet. The Clubhouse was a popular choice for dinner, but some guests found it expensive for what it is and the staff needed to improve their attention to detail. Red cabbage was particularly criticised for being terrible. Overall, dinner at Rockliffe Hall Hotel Golf & Spa received a mixed reception from guests.
Rooms
Rockliffe Hall Hotel Golf & Spa offers luxurious and spacious rooms that are tastefully furnished. Guests can choose between the main house rooms or the Tiplady annex rooms, both of which offer flawless views of the hotel's beautiful grounds. Some rooms have a balcony overlooking the golf course. In terms of amenities, the rooms are comfortable and spacious with air conditioning, while the menu lists treatments available in the spa. However, some guests experienced an issue with cleanliness in their rooms with a used bottle of body wash left in the shower and tables and sideboards being sticky from glasses from the previous guests. The apartments were perfect for families with a private space and the benefits of a hotel and spa. Some guests felt the rooms could have been more luxurious, as for a 5-star hotel, there was little quirkiness in the rooms, although they were still nice and spacious. Overall, the hotel is stunning and modern with comfortable and well-appointed rooms, making it a great choice for anyone visiting the area.
Cleanliness
Rockliffe Hall Hotel Golf & Spa offers a stunning and well-maintained property for your stay. The cleanness of the establishment is unquestionable, as almost all guests had only praises for it. The rooms were spotless, exceptionally clean, fresh and beautifully maintained. However, some guests did mention that the pool tiles and the cleanliness of the bathroom could have been better. Also, a few guests reported some minor issues, such as peeling wallpaper, non-functional bulbs and found hair in the bathtub. Nevertheless, the hotel was mostly immaculate, including the spa facilities, splendidly kept grounds and public areas like lobbies and corridors. It is not surprising that some guests had faultless visits and even described the bedroom as perfect.
Staff
Rockliffe Hall Hotel Golf & Spa boasts a team of outstanding staff who provide excellent customer service with a warm and friendly approach. Most guests praise the staff's professional, helpful and accommodating attitude, making their stay even more enjoyable. The staff goes above and beyond, ensuring guests are happy and satisfied throughout their stay. However, a few guests felt that some staff members let the side down, but overall, the team provided a fantastic experience. From the reception team to the spa and gym team, every member of staff was attentive and the hotel's service was excellent. Andrew and Amy provided a warm and friendly welcoming and the Clubhouse Manager was fantastic at his job. Staff in the orangery were outstanding, polite and could not do enough for guests. Although some guests experienced issues, most felt the staff went to every effort to ensure they had an unforgettable experience.
Spa
The Rockliffe Hall Hotel Golf & Spa is considered by many to be the best spa hotel in the north of England. Guests were impressed by the variety and quality of the spa facilities with some mentioning that they could have spent longer there. The spa staff, especially Thomas, were commended for their attentive and friendly service. While some guests found the hydro pool disappointing and the main pool too cold, most agreed that the grounds, decor and treatments were sublime. Some guests were able to enjoy the spa to themselves, while others found it to be busy and crowded. Overall, the spa at Rockliffe Hall Hotel Golf & Spa received high praise for its excellent facilities and relaxing atmosphere.
Pool
The pool and spa facilities at Rockliffe Hall Hotel Golf & Spa are a highlight of many guest experiences. The indoor facilities are described as wonderful and superb with hydro pools available. However, guests should be aware that no alcohol drinks are allowed in the spa pool, only in the nearby spa garden. While there is an outdoor pool available, there is an extra cost associated with using it which some guests found to be a bit high. Others were disappointed to find that the main pool was freezing and that it wasn't possible to use the outdoor pool. Despite these drawbacks, most guests had positive experiences with the pool and spa facilities with some even enjoying a 2-hour slot included with their room. Families with children may find that the swim times for kids are a bit limited, but many still found that their kids enjoyed the swimming pool facilities overall.
Golf
Rockliffe Hall Hotel Golf & Spa is the perfect destination for golf enthusiasts looking for a luxurious stay. With stunning golf courses and beautiful views, the experience is absolutely first class. The top-class facilities ensure that there is something for everyone, be it a beginner or a seasoned golfer. Take in the breathtaking views over the grounds and golf course from your beautiful room with a balcony. The suites offer excellent value for money at around £1100 for three nights. The food at the Clubhouse is good, but slightly expensive for a golf course clubhouse. If you're looking for finer dining, the taster menu in the Orangery is an option. Unwind after a day of golf with a trip to the nice spa. The hotel even offers golf tuition with James, an enjoyable experience. However, pre-booking a golf buggy through reception may lead to disappointment as there may not be one available. But, the helpful staff will offer you alternate arrangements such as golf trolleys. Overall, Rockliffe Hall is perfect for golf-lovers seeking a luxurious stay with a superb golfing experience.
5 Star
Rockliffe Hall Hotel Golf & Spa is the perfect destination for an exceptional luxury 5-star break. It is a gorgeous resort that exudes modern elegance and top-class facilities. The hotel exceeded all expectations and the service is sublime. The staff is very helpful, friendly and accommodating, making every guest feel truly welcome. While some reviews did not meet the 5-star standards, the hotel still provides outstanding amenities that would make your stay comfortable and relaxing. Each room is beautifully decorated, making it a wonderful exclusive hotel for a perfect getaway. The location is also great and ideal for touring around with lovely grounds to explore. The food is fabulous and dining is an amazing experience that will leave you satisfied. Bearing in mind that this is a 5-star hotel, staying here is definitely worth it - it is the best hotel you will ever stay in!
Luxury
Rockliffe Hall Hotel Golf & Spa provides pure 5-star luxury in stunning surroundings. The luxurious amenities and beautiful decor make for an exceptional and relaxing stay. From the first-class service to the quality food, the hotel impresses guests with its attention to detail. The beautiful hotel and top-quality amenities make this resort the perfect spot for a special weekend or total luxury 5-star break. Although some guests felt the bedrooms lacked quirkiness, the overall experience is nothing short of delightful. If you want a little bit of luxury, Rockliffe Hall is the place to be.
Romantic
Rockliffe Hall Hotel Golf & Spa is the perfect romantic getaway for any occasion. Whether it's your anniversary, honeymoon or just a night away to relax and unwind, this hotel has everything you need. The luxurious surroundings and peaceful atmosphere will have you feeling relaxed in no time. The staff are wonderful and go above and beyond to make your stay extra special. We particularly recommend paying a bit extra and staying in the old hall for a truly memorable experience. Our mini-moon was made even more special thanks to the effort the whole team at Rockliffe Hall put in to make it an unforgettable stay. Lovely chilled out surroundings and memories that will stay with us forever - we can confidently say that this is the best hotel we have ever stayed in.
Yes, Rockliffe Hall Hotel Golf & Spa has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Heated Pool, Indoor Pool, Outdoor Pool.
Yes, a spa is available at Rockliffe Hall Hotel Golf & Spa.
No, Rockliffe Hall Hotel Golf & Spa doesn't allow dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Rockliffe Hall Hotel Golf & Spa.