In the heart of the historical district, The Old Well Inn offers a warm welcome with full breakfast and WiFi. Unwind in the garden or enjoy a drink at the bar while appreciating helpful staff who have left a lasting impression on previous guests.
When visiting Barnard Castle, The Old Well Inn is a great choice to consider. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers.
Languages
English, Hindi
At a glance
Hotel size
10 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (2:00 PM - 5:30 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–9:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
Tour/ticket assistance
Facilities
Garden
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Special features
Dining
The Old Well Inn - Onsite pub.
The Conservatory/ Lounge - This family restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open select days.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late check-in between 6:00 PM and 10:30 PM can be arranged for an extra charge
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Also known as
Old Well Barnard Castle
Old Well Inn
Old Well Inn Barnard Castle
Old Well Hotel Barnard Castle
Old Well Inn Barnard Castle, County Durham
The Old Well Inn Barnard Castle County Durham
The Old Well Inn Inn
The Old Well Inn Barnard Castle
The Old Well Inn Inn Barnard Castle
Frequently asked questions
Does The Old Well Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Old Well Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Old Well Inn?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. A pet fee will be charged. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Old Well Inn?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at The Old Well Inn and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. The Old Well Inn also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Old Well Inn?
Yes, The Old Well Inn offers international cuisine.
What's the area around The Old Well Inn like?
The Old Well Inn is a short 6-minute walk from Barnard Castle and 8 minutes' walk from Bowes Museum.
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The Old Well Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Good
Oct 25, 2024
Well placed in Bernard Castle
Hotel very tired but clean. Nice bar and good Indian food. Very good breakfast , freshly cooked
Gladys
Gladys, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 7, 2024
Nice Room
Nice place. Room was good - quite a decent level of fixtures and fittings
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 21, 2024
Lovely hotel, food very tasty and plenty of it.
Typical old hotel with creaky floors but also a creaky bed!
Breakfast cooked fresh and excellent
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2024
Check in do easy . Wonderful staff , so friendly and attentive , went over and above to make our stay memorable . Excellent breakfast .
Beverley
Beverley, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 2, 2024
Enjoyed our visit. Hotel is full of character. Bedroom was huge, clean and comfortable. Staff were friendly and the breakfasts good.
Constance
Constance, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 17, 2023
Lovely place
Staff very friendly
Really nicely furnished
Spacious room and bathroom
Good location
Krisztina
Krisztina, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 19, 2024
Staff are great, Indian chef is excellent. Location is great, we would stay again. Extremely good with dogs and good set up with a seperate area for families if they choose to use it.
Scott
Scott, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 18, 2023
Lovey little quirky place. Spacious, comfortable and friendly atmosphere.
Breakfast was outstanding. Will definitely stay again.
Donna
Donna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 26, 2024
Very polite excellent service
Julie
Julie, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 20, 2024
Very nice on the whole but facilities require attention.
Very old building with lovely atmosphere.
Dogs made very welcome.
Interesting menu in the inn, had lovely spicy samosas then a naanza, which is a combination naan and pizza with a choice of toppings.
Kath
Kath, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 18, 2023
The welcome we got was above kind,breakfast was amazing.
Jane
Jane, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 16, 2023
Great stay. It’s not quite within pub oven hours but didn’t bother me at all. Will stay again.
Ray
Ray, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2022
A lovely quirky pub room staff were friendly helpful breakfast freshly cooked and hot on service.
Marie
Marie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2023
Lovely accommodation in the centre of Barnard Castle. Massive room, friendly staff and very comfortable bed. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it
Malcolm
Malcolm, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 4, 2023
Lovely welcome, great breakfast, room was an excellent size as we had two dogs.
There was no food available on the night of our stay but the staff recommended an alternative
Sally-ann
Sally-ann, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 8, 2022
Would stay again
Lovely pub, rooms great only issue was that the bathroom requires some TLC.
Peter-John
Peter-John, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 10, 2022
Great stay. Thank you.
Rob
Rob, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 20, 2022
Characterful old inn situated in the heart of a lovely northern market town. Spacious room with ensuite, and a large comfy bed. Lots of on road parking available.
John
John, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Dec 21, 2023
Good value stay in historic pub
Nice historic old pub near centre of town. The room was very spacious with a massive bathroom. However, I found the bed far too soft for me and uncomfortable. Breakfast was good. Overall reasonable value.
John
John, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 17, 2023
Recommended, including the Timothy Taylors!
We were in a spacious, well-appointed room and bathroom. Dog-friendly, for an extra charge per dog. Excellent real ale; I loved the Timothy Taylors Landlord. Excellent Indian food, and breakfast. Friendly landlord. Recommended and would stay again!
Simon
Simon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 7, 2024
Well done the Old Well Inn
Very welcoming Roy and his staff were lovely . The Old well is very old ,so quirky and unusual. The beds were very comfy and the bedding and towels were of excellent quality. Toiletries provided and the food was also excellent .Breakfast had local ingredients and was very good.
We had the four poster room at the front and it was huge and well furnished . Will definitely be back
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 2, 2023
A comfortable stay
A very characterful hotel. I loved the old traditional furniture in the room , it suits the old building . I think the bathroom could do with a kick of paint & the chair in the bathroom needs a very big clean !!
Overall very pleasant .
Sheila
Sheila, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 11, 2023
Quaint , old world look. clean. Friendly service.
Srividya Gopalakrishnan
Srividya Gopalakrishnan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 3, 2023
Barnard castle overnight stay brilliant
Marvellous .We stayed there numerous times now
Its old fashioned but it has all the amenities
Bedrooms and bathrooms are huge
The breakfasts are lovely. They cant do enough for you.I have intolerances which they catered for. The only downside is the breakfast is 9am and earlier, 10am would be brilliant but i will still go again without a doubt x
JACQUELINE
JACQUELINE, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 28, 2023
Decent stopover find.
Staff were helpful, no meals to be had as they stopped serving at 8:30pm on a quiet Friday night, however the helpful staff permitted us to buy Indian takeout and eat it in their restaurant space, even provided plates & cutlery. We stayed in room 4, the family room. Comfortable enough but tiny shower cut into what once would have been a cupboard. Functional but not luxury, good all round value for the price as included breakfast for 3!