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4- and 5-star hotels in Alston
This shortlist gathers the 4- and 5-star hotels in Alston, the small market town in the north Pennines. It suits couples, families, walkers and business travellers who want a known standard of accommodation rather than a wide choice.
Staying in Alston
Alston is a compact market town, and the stays below sit in it and in the hamlets and valleys around it. Several addresses are in Alston itself — Market Cross on Market Place, The Butts off the town centre, Globe Lane on Front Street, and Hexham Road — while the rest are in Nenthead, Garrigill and Nenthall, a short drive into the surrounding countryside.
That spread shapes who each place suits. For a short break on foot, with shops and cafés on the doorstep, the Market Place, Butts and Globe Lane addresses are the practical choice. Couples wanting space and a quiet setting do well in the country cottages and the country house hotels, which offer gardens, parking and, in several cases, pet-friendly and self-catering arrangements. Families are best served by the cottages and apartments with kitchens, cots and family rooms, while business travellers have the 24-hour front desk and shuttle service at Nent Hall Country House Hotel.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Nent Hall Country House Hotel
Nenthall Farm Alston Ca9 3Lq Cumbria Alston, Alston, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereThe Nent Hall Country House Hotel suits guests looking for convenience and comfort, boasting a 4.1 rating and amenities such as free wifi, free car parking, and a restaurant.
See Nent Hall Country House HotelBothy
Greenends Nenthead, Alston, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereWith a 4.9 rating, Bothy provides thorough amenities including a kitchen, garden, and free car parking. This spot is ideal for those who value high service standards.
See BothyTown View Alston
Market Cross Market Place Alston Cumbria. Ca9 3Hs, Alston, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Kitchen
Why stay hereTown View Alston presents a diverse range of facilities for visitors, featuring a golf course, free car parking, and apartments.
See Town View AlstonLowbyer Manor Country House
Hexham Road, Alston, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Bar/Lounge
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereLowbyer Manor Country House suits leisure travelers with its 4-star rating, offering a garden, golf course, and free car parking.
See Lowbyer Manor Country HouseAlston Art Apartments
Pigeons The Butts, Alston, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereAlston Art Apartments provides a comfortable stay with a balcony, golf course, and free car parking for those exploring the Alston area.
See Alston Art ApartmentsWellhope View Cottage
Wellhope View, Alston, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereWellhope View Cottage is a cozy retreat in Alston featuring a garden, golf course, and free car parking for guests seeking tranquility.
See Wellhope View CottageHigh Windy Cottage
High Windy Cottage_X000d_Garrigill_X000d_Alston_X000d_Cumbria_X000d_, Alston, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereFor guests prioritizing ease and comfort, High Windy Cottage includes free car parking, a garden, and a kitchen.
See High Windy CottageBonny Bits Cottage
3 High Beldy Cottages Garrigill, Alston, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereBonny Bits Cottage provides amenities like a garden, golf course, and free car parking within its peaceful setting.
See Bonny Bits CottageTree Tops
Tree Tops Nenthead, Alston, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereTree Tops offers a comfortable experience with its garden, golf course, and free car parking.
See Tree TopsNo6 @ Globe Lane Alston
6 Globe House Globe Lane Front Street, Alston, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Bar/Lounge
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereNo6 @ Globe Lane Alston is perfect for travelers needing versatility, featuring free car parking, a garden, and multiple apartment features.
See No6 @ Globe Lane Alston
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bothy | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Nent Hall Country House Hotel | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – |
| Bothy | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| Town View Alston | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – |
| Lowbyer Manor Country House | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| Alston Art Apartments | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Wellhope View Cottage | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| High Windy Cottage | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Bonny Bits Cottage | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Tree Tops | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| No6 @ Globe Lane Alston | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
These places have the space and kit families need: cots, high chairs, family rooms and full kitchens at Bothy on Greenends Nenthead, Alston Art Apartments, Tree Tops and Lowbyer Manor Country House. Kitchens, washing machines and gardens mean you can settle in rather than eat out every night, and each has free car parking.
Bothy · Alston Art Apartments · Lowbyer Manor Country House · Tree Tops
For pets
Five of the listed hotels accept pets: Bothy, Lowbyer Manor Country House, Wellhope View Cottage, Tree Tops and No6 @ Globe Lane Alston. All five combine that with free car parking, and most add a garden or terrace, so dogs have somewhere to go first thing and last thing without a drive.
Bothy · Lowbyer Manor Country House · Wellhope View Cottage · Tree Tops · No6 @ Globe Lane Alston
For a town-centre base
Town View Alston, No6 @ Globe Lane Alston and Lowbyer Manor Country House are the addresses in Alston itself, on Market Place, Globe Lane on Front Street and Hexham Road. That means you can leave the car parked and walk to the town's shops and services, which suits a short break or anyone arriving without a car.
Town View Alston · No6 @ Globe Lane Alston · Lowbyer Manor Country House
For self-catering
If you would rather cook than book a table, these six come with their own kitchens: Bothy, Alston Art Apartments, Wellhope View Cottage, High Windy Cottage, Bonny Bits Cottage and Tree Tops. Most add a dishwasher, microwave and washing machine, and several have a fireplace for the evenings.
Bothy · Alston Art Apartments · Wellhope View Cottage · High Windy Cottage · Bonny Bits Cottage · Tree Tops
Where to stay in Alston
Nenthead
Bothy on Greenends Nenthead appears twice in this shortlist, once as a 5-star and once as a 4-star, and Tree Tops is on Nenthead too.
Garrigill
High Windy Cottage at Garrigill and Bonny Bits Cottage at 3 High Beldy Cottages, Garrigill are both 4-star self-catering houses. Each has a kitchen, fireplace, garden and free car parking, and Bonny Bits also sits on a golf course and near fishing, so this is the choice for a quiet rural base.
Our picks here: High Windy Cottage · Bonny Bits Cottage
Questions, answered
Which Alston hotel is closest to the centre?
Town View Alston is the most central, addressed on Market Cross, Market Place, with No6 @ Globe Lane Alston just off Front Street. Both are in Alston and both offer free car parking, so you can leave the car and walk in.
Do these hotels have parking?
Free car parking is listed at Bothy, Nent Hall Country House Hotel, Alston Art Apartments, Lowbyer Manor Country House, High Windy Cottage, Bonny Bits Cottage, Tree Tops, No6 @ Globe Lane Alston and Wellhope View Cottage. In short, parking comes as standard across almost the whole shortlist.
Which hotels accept pets?
Pets are allowed at Bothy on Greenends Nenthead, Lowbyer Manor Country House, Wellhope View Cottage, Tree Tops and No6 @ Globe Lane Alston. All five also list free car parking, and most have a garden or terrace.
Which is the top-rated stay here?
Bothy on Greenends Nenthead carries a guest rating of 4.9 out of 5 from 7 reviews. Nent Hall Country House Hotel is rated 4.1 out of 5 from 292 reviews, the largest number of reviews in this shortlist.
Do any have family rooms or cots?
Family rooms are listed at No6 @ Globe Lane Alston and Alston Art Apartments. Cots appear at Bothy, Lowbyer Manor Country House, Alston Art Apartments, Wellhope View Cottage, Tree Tops and No6 @ Globe Lane Alston, and high chairs at Bothy, Alston Art Apartments and Tree Tops.
Is breakfast available?
Breakfast is listed at Nent Hall Country House Hotel, which also has a restaurant, café, bars and a 24-hour front desk. Town View Alston lists breakfast in room, and Lowbyer Manor Country House lists dinner and lunch as well as a restaurant.
Are there hotels with a pool or spa?
No hotel in this shortlist lists a pool or spa. Bothy on Greenends Nenthead does list a Jacuzzi, and Lowbyer Manor Country House lists a bar/lounge and terrace for the evening.
What can I do around these hotels?
Facilities listed across the shortlist include golf courses, fishing, horse back riding, skiing, canoeing, bowling and tennis. Several stays are in Nenthead, Garrigill and Nenthall rather than in Alston, so a car helps if you want to reach the town and the surrounding countryside.