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The Whittling House

4.0 star property
Hotel in Alnwick with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Kind Studio with Sofa Bed | 1 bedroom, free WiFi
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Kind Studio with Sofa Bed | 1 bedroom, free WiFi
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The Whittling House combines upscale comfort with genuine hospitality in its thoughtfully designed spaces. Guests start their day with a cooked-to-order breakfast before exploring the property's coffee shop and bar. In-room WiFi keeps everyone connected throughout their stay.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included

Room options

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Kind Studio with Sofa Bed | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Kind Studio with Sofa Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Deluxe King Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Deluxe King Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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King Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

King Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Alnwick is home to The Whittling House. Northumberland Coast and Cragside Country Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Lilidorei at The Alnwick Garden and Aln Valley Railway.
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24 - 25 Northumberland St, Alnwick, England, NE66 2RA

What's nearby

  • Alnmouth Village Golf Club - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Barter Books - 9 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Alnwick Playhouse - 9 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Alnwick Garden - 9 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Alnwick Castle - 10 min drive - 6.3 miles

Getting around

  • Alnwick Alnmouth Station - 3 min drive
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coquet Tea Rooms - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Hogs Head Inn Hotel - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Tavern - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Running Fox - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hope and Anchor Hotel - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Whittling House

Upscale hotel
Consider a stay at The Whittling House and take advantage of free cooked-to-order breakfast, a coffee shop/cafe, and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at The Whittling House include amenities such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Guidebooks and local maps
  • Daily housekeeping and phones

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer

More

  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

The Whitling House
The Whittling House Hotel
The Whittling House Alnwick
The Whittling House Hotel Alnwick

Frequently asked questions

Is The Whittling House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 15 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Whittling House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Whittling House?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Whittling House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Whittling House located?

Situated in Alnwick, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Alnmouth Village Golf Club and Northumberland Coast. Warkworth Castle and Barter Books are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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