Manor House Hotel

Manor House Hotel - A historic 12th-century hotel with spa facilities, dog-friendly courtyard rooms, and proximity to Bishop Auckland attractions

Set in a Grade 1 listed 16th-century building in West Auckland, Manor House Hotel offers 32 rooms including cosy doubles with original beams, superior rooms with feature bathrooms, and a honeymoon suite with a four-poster bed. The onsite restaurant serves a seasonal menu featuring Full English breakfasts, while the spa includes an indoor pool, sauna, and steam room. Two historically significant venues, Eden Room and Knights Hall, accommodate events for 6 to 120 guests. The hotel is 5 km from Bishop Auckland, 3 km from Eleven Arches, and 4 km from Escomb Saxon Church. Dogs are permitted in courtyard rooms and the brasserie for a £15 nightly fee.

Pros

The 12th-century building retains original features like beehive fireplaces and exposed beams.

Spa facilities include a pool, sauna, steam room, and jacuzzi with treatment packages available.

Dog-friendly courtyard rooms and brasserie dining accommodate pets.

Two event spaces (Eden Room and Knights Hall) host groups from 6 to 120 people.

Proximity to multiple landmarks including Auckland Castle (5 km) and Broom Mill Farm (3 km).

Cons

Children's pool access is limited to 8am-9am and 6pm-7pm daily.

Some rooms have quirky layouts with steps and sloped ceilings due to historic architecture.