Located close to Alnwick Castle, The Cookie Jar offers a warm welcome with breakfast buffet, a cozy bar and delightful coffee shop. Unwind in the garden or relax on the terrace while staying connected with in-room WiFi. Guests rave about the helpful staff.
Lilidorei at The Alnwick Garden - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Alnwick Garden - 1 min drive - 1.1 km
Getting around
Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 44 min drive
Alnwick Alnmouth Station - 11 min drive
Chathill Station - 13 min drive
Acklington Station - 19 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Alnwick Castle - 13 min walk
The Shepherds Rest - 2 min drive
The Alnwick Garden - 2 min drive
The Dirty Bottles - 2 min walk
About this property
The Cookie Jar
The Cookie Jar offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Alnwick Castle. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Snug, which serves light fare. A bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
11 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 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)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast on weekday mornings 8 AM–9:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Barbecue grills
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
What to enjoy
Individually decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Snug - This café serves light fare only.
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 30.00 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per stay
Policies
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Cookie Jar Hotel Alnwick
Cookie Jar Hotel
Cookie Jar Alnwick
The Cookie Jar Hotel
The Cookie Jar Alnwick
The Cookie Jar Hotel Alnwick
Frequently asked questions
Does The Cookie Jar offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Cookie Jar 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 Cookie Jar?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 30 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Cookie Jar?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Cookie Jar?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at The Cookie Jar and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. The Cookie Jar also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Cookie Jar?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Snug.
What's the area around The Cookie Jar like?
The Cookie Jar is a short 4-minute walk from Alnwick Castle and 10 minutes' walk from Alnwick Playhouse.
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The Cookie Jar Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
9.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 24, 2024
Fabulous hotel, unique room, great service & food
We wanted a special overnight stay for our anniversary. The Cookie Jar fit the bill perfectly with the Chapel room. What a beautiful hotel and wonderful service. Handy for Alnwick Castle and town. Would recommend for any special stay.
Martin
Martin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 16, 2025
Birthday Treat
Luxurious hotel with beautiful rooms. Bed was super comfortable and huge. Gorgeous immaculately clean bathroom with rainfall shower and free standing bath. Leigh was so welcoming, helpful and professional. The Bistro staff were also great. Lovely breakfast selection. Great location. Lots to do and see nearby.
Greg
Greg, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 21, 2024
Beautiful hotel
Beautiful hotel and room, in a great location to visit Alnwick town and Castle. Leigh and the staff couldn’t have been more welcoming. We didn’t have our evening meal at hotel (though definitely will do on our next visit!) however the breakfast was delicious with a great variety to choose from.
Cindy
Cindy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2023
Lovely hotel great location and staff very friendly and helpful.
Tracey
Tracey, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 1, 2024
The best hotel in Alnwick
Amazing place, beautifully appointed and staff couldn’t do enough for you. Well worth staying!
Lauren L R
Lauren L R, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2024
Lovely hotel with very friendly staff.
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 30, 2024
A very special place.
Absolutely wonderful weekend stay at the Cookie Jar. Nothing was too much trouble and would stay again anytime.
Also dined in the Bistro which was excellent.
Great location too.
Louise
Louise, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 11, 2023
Located right by the town and the castle with friendly staff and good food
James
James, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2023
Lovely hotel, staff helpful and friendly and the breakfast was really nice.
Nick
Nick, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 12, 2022
Great stay with friendly service.
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 12, 2024
On our two week journey around Europe, this was by far our favorite!
Warm welcoming staff who went out of their way to ensure our stay was memorable
Amazing food made by a fab chef who clearly takes r
Pride
Special thanks to Leigh and Lynne who were just so lovely to us
Highly recommend The Cookie jar
Gail
Gail, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2024
Delicious experience
Lovely aand wonderful hotelmet all expectations. good service and beautiful decor.
EILEEN
EILEEN, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 27, 2024
The cookie jar is excellent. My wife and I throughly enjoyed our stay here!
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 23, 2024
Lovely, friendly staff, beautifully decorated, delicious breakfast. Comfortable bed. All the lights flickered in our room periodically, but it’s an old building so I guess that adds to the charm!
Emily
Emily, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 4, 2024
Lovely hotel and very nice staff. Very conveniently located in the town and for visiting the castle.
We gave 4 stars for 2 reasons: 1) although they allow dogs in the rooms, they're not allowed in the breakfast room so they suggested we either left our dog in our room on her own (which we did and she barked continuously) or we breakfast separately - most places have a dog-friendly eating area; and 2) parking is quite a challenge.
Otherwise, a lovely stay.
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 1, 2024
Stay here
Christmas tree in our room, fresh cookies everyday, lovely staff and an excellent location- stay here
Katherine
Katherine, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 29, 2022
Beautiful Northumberland Hotel
Very comfortable. Great breakfast, all furnishings were stylish, and hotel was spotless
FRANK
FRANK, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 30, 2023
The staff were very friendly and very competent at their work.
Lillian
Lillian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 28, 2023
Excellent stay
What a beautiful hotel , the decor is done to a very high standard. Such a great find !!
It’s in a good location for walking distance to everything.
Breakfast was to a high standard!!
Marion
Marion, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 25, 2024
From check in to breakfast we have been made most welcome by the friendly attentive staff. We were upgraded on arrival to the Holy Island room which is one of the nicest rooms we have stayed in. Will definitely look to come back possibly in the summer to enjoy the garden/ patio area.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 24, 2023
Excellent premises and staff. Very friendly. 5 star breakfast.
Paul
Paul, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2023
Perfect stay
This was our second time at The Cookie Jar and I think we grew even fonder of it than last time. It is just a very special place to stay, with incredibly attentive, confident staff and every detail thought through. This is a gem in a beautiful, historic town - not to be missed!