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4- and 5-star hotels in Berwick-Upon-Tweed
This shortlist gathers the 4- and 5-star hotels in Berwick-Upon-Tweed, from riverside townhouses to country manor stays. It is for travellers who want a comfortable base in England's northernmost town, whether for a short break, a coastal walking trip or a family stay.
Staying in Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Berwick-upon-Tweed is a compact town on the River Tweed, known for its Elizabethan ramparts, its three bridges and its position as the northernmost town in England. The historic core sits within the walls, close to the Guildhall, the barracks and the riverside, and you can walk from the station to the quayside in minutes. The coast to the north and south mixes sandy beaches with rocky cliffs, and Holy Island lies a short drive south, reached by a causeway at low tide.
The hotels on this list are spread around the town and its surroundings. Several sit in the centre or by the water, including The Walls B&B on Quay Walls, 8 Mill Wharf on Dock Road and The Cowrie Guest House on Castlegate, while Belmont House in Tweedmouth and The Beaches at Spittal place you south of the river or by the sea. Others, such as Composers at Woodlands, West Longridge Manor and The White Swan Inn, are further out. The mix suits couples, families and anyone wanting a quiet short break.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Composers at Woodlands
Woodlands, Berwick-Upon-Tweed, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereA 5-star house 0.9 km from the centre, rated 4.7 out of 5 by 46 guests. It suits families or groups who want to cook and spread out: there is a kitchen with a dishwasher and oven, a fireplace, and a garden with a terrace. A playground, mini golf and water sports keep everyone occupied, and free car parking plus free wifi remove the usual holiday frictions.
See Composers at WoodlandsWest Longridge Manor B&B
Horncliffe, Berwick-Upon-Tweed, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThis 5-star manor B&B sits at Horncliffe, 4.7 km from the centre, and sets the day up with breakfast. Anglers, sailors and riders will find fishing, sailing and horse riding among its facilities, and free car parking makes the rural address easy to reach by car. Free wifi is available and there is free internet access in the lounge. Best for guests who want a quiet country base in a 5-star setting.
See West Longridge Manor B&BThe Walls B&B
8 Quay Walls Berwick Upon Tweednorthumberland Td15 1Hb, Berwick-Upon-Tweed, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Bar/Lounge
- Family rooms
Why stay hereFive-star rooms on Quay Walls, 3.7 km from the centre, with a bar and lounge, free wifi and free car parking. The list of facilities is unusually long for a B&B: bicycle hire, a golf course, a tennis court and a squash court, plus massage and a business centre. Family rooms and wheelchair access widen who can stay. Somewhere to settle for several nights rather than one.
See The Walls B&BBelmont House Boutique the Kingsley collection
76 Sheilfield Terrace Tweedmouth, Berwick-Upon-Tweed, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereA 5-star boutique address on Sheilfield Terrace in Tweedmouth, 2.9 km from the centre, with breakfast and breakfast in room, free wifi and free car parking. The rooms come with a minibar, refrigerator, coffee, hairdryer and toiletries, and pets are allowed, so a dog can come along. Room service and laundry service cover longer stays. A polished choice for guests who want things handled.
See Belmont House Boutique the Kingsley collectionThe Beaches
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Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereFive-star accommodation at Spittal, 2.2 km from the centre, with a sea and river setting. A jacuzzi, fireplace, dishwasher, kitchen and washing machine make it work as a self-catering base, and the garden opens the stay out of doors. Fishing and horse riding are on the facility list, and free car parking and free wifi are included. Wheelchair accessible, so it suits mixed groups.
See The BeachesHeron House
39 Dock Roadtweedmouth, Berwick-Upon-Tweed, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereA 5-star house on Dock Road in Tweedmouth, 3 km from the centre, with sea views from the property. It is built for self-catering stays: kitchen, dishwasher, fireplace and washing machine, plus a garden. Pets are allowed and a cot is provided, so families with a dog travel easily, and free car parking and free wifi come as standard. Fishing and horse riding round out the offering.
See Heron HouseThe White Swan Inn
51 Main Street, Berwick-Upon-Tweed, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereA 4-star inn on Main Street, 9.4 km from the centre, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 356 reviews. It has a restaurant and bars, family rooms, a garden and free car parking, and pets are allowed. Breakfast, wifi and parking are straightforward, and darts adds something to do in the evening. Good for guests touring the area by car who want a proper inn with food on site.
See The White Swan InnThe Rob Roy Inn
Dock Road, Berwick-Upon-Tweed, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Car parking
- Wifi
Why stay hereA 4-star inn on Dock Road, 3.3 km from the centre, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 85 reviews. Small and simple: bars, a restaurant and wifi, with car parking on site. It suits guests who want to eat and drink where they sleep and be close to Berwick without being in the middle of it. The high guest score from a modest number of reviews speaks for itself.
See The Rob Roy InnPot a Doodle Do
Borewell Farm Scremerston Berwick Upon Tweed Td15 2Rj United Kingdom Berwick Upon Tweed, Berwick-Upon-Tweed, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Kitchen
Why stay hereFour-star accommodation on a farm at Scremerston, 1.7 km from the centre, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 443 reviews. The sea and a beach are on its doorstep, and there is a restaurant and bar or snack cafe, plus a patio and picnic area. Each unit has a kitchenette with microwave, oven, refrigerator and toaster, with free wifi and free car parking. A draw for families and outdoor types.
See Pot a Doodle DoThe Gables
Duddo, Berwick-Upon-Tweed, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereA 4-star property in Duddo, 7.6 km from the centre, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 694 reviews. Guests have a lounge and a banquet facility, and the facilities include canoeing, surf, water sports and fishing for days on the water. Free car parking and free wifi are provided, and the rooms come with bathrobes, hairdryer and TV. A rural base for active guests who do not mind driving in.
See The GablesThe Estate House
Ford, Berwick-Upon-Tweed, United Kingdom
- Wifi
Why stay hereA 4-star property at Ford, 12.6 km from the centre, offering TV and wifi. It suits guests who want a quiet countryside address away from Berwick and will travel in by car. Beyond the class and the location, the data for this property is thin, so book on the strength of the setting rather than a long facility list.
See The Estate HouseBrock Mill Farmhouse
Beal, Berwick-Upon-Tweed, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Internet access
Why stay hereFour-star farmhouse accommodation at Beal, 8.7 km from the centre, with a golf course among its facilities. Non smoking rooms are provided, along with coffee, a hairdryer, iron and board and TV, plus free car parking and internet access. It suits golfers and guests who want a country base north of Berwick and are travelling by car.
See Brock Mill FarmhouseYHA Berwick Hostel
Dewars Lane Granary Dewars Lane, Berwick-Upon-Tweed, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Lounge
- Family rooms
Why stay hereA 4-star hostel on Dewars Lane, 3.7 km from the centre, with family rooms, a kitchen, a lounge, a terrace and lifts. A restaurant and bars mean food and drink are on site, and a beach is nearby. Free wifi keeps guests connected and parking is available. Special diets are catered for. A practical choice for groups and families who want a hostel rather than a hotel.
See YHA Berwick HostelThe Cowrie Guest House
46 Castlegate, Berwick-Upon-Tweed, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereA 4-star guest house on Castlegate, 4.3 km from the centre, with a spa. Rooms have a bath, hairdryer, coffee, safe and desk, and the property offers non smoking rooms, laundry service, wifi and parking. A golf course is among the facilities. It suits guests who want a comfortable town base with a spa and a desk for working.
See The Cowrie Guest House8 Mill Wharf
Dock Rd, Berwick-Upon-Tweed, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Fitness Center
- Kitchen
Why stay hereFour-star apartments on Dock Road, 3.4 km from the centre. The setting is the point: the property has river and sea views. Each apartment has a kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, oven, refrigerator and washing machine, plus a bathrobe and toiletries. A fitness centre, tennis court, golf course and bowling cover the active side, with lifts, free wifi and free car parking. Good for longer stays.
See 8 Mill Wharf
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Composers at Woodlands | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 0.9 km |
| West Longridge Manor B&B | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | 4.7 km |
| The Walls B&B | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 3.7 km |
| Belmont House Boutique the Kingsley collection | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | 2.9 km |
| The Beaches | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 2.2 km |
| Heron House | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | 3.0 km |
| The White Swan Inn | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | 9.4 km |
| The Rob Roy Inn | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 3.3 km |
| Pot a Doodle Do | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | 1.7 km |
| The Gables | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 7.6 km |
| The Estate House | ★★★★ | – | – | – | 12.6 km |
| Brock Mill Farmhouse | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 8.7 km |
| YHA Berwick Hostel | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 3.7 km |
| The Cowrie Guest House | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 4.3 km |
| 8 Mill Wharf | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 3.4 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
YHA Berwick Hostel has family rooms, a kitchen and a restaurant, and sits on Dewars Lane in the town. The White Swan Inn offers family rooms with a restaurant and free parking at Main Street, while Pot a Doodle Do at Borewell Farm adds a kitchen, a playground-friendly farm setting and a beach nearby.
Closest to the centre
Composers at Woodlands is 0.9 km from the centre, the shortest distance on this list. Pot a Doodle Do is 1.7 km away and The Beaches at Spittal is 2.2 km out. All three give you quick access to the walled town while keeping space and parking.
Top guest ratings
Composers at Woodlands scores 4.7 from 46 reviews, The Rob Roy Inn also scores 4.7 from 85 reviews, and West Longridge Manor B&B is a 5-star option at Horncliffe with fishing, sailing and free parking. These are the highest-scoring stays among the listed hotels.
Composers at Woodlands · West Longridge Manor B&B · The Rob Roy Inn
Pets and parking
Belmont House in Tweedmouth, Heron House on Dock Road and The White Swan Inn all allow pets and provide free car parking. Belmont House adds room service and breakfast in room, Heron House has a garden and a cot, and The White Swan Inn has a restaurant and bar.
Belmont House Boutique the Kingsley collection · Heron House · The White Swan Inn
Where to stay in Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Tweedmouth
On the south bank of the River Tweed, connected to Berwick by the Old Bridge. A quieter residential area with some guesthouses and easy access to the A1. Belmont House on Sheilfield Terrace and Heron House on Dock Road both stand here, handy for drivers heading south.
Our picks here: Belmont House Boutique the Kingsley collection
Spittal
A coastal village just east of Tweedmouth, with a sandy beach and promenade, popular for its sea views and relaxed atmosphere. The Beaches, on Cow Road in Spittal, is the listed hotel here, with a garden, a sea setting and free parking.
Our picks here: The Beaches
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Berwick-upon-Tweed is on the East Coast Main Line, with direct trains from London King's Cross, Edinburgh, Newcastle and York. The station is in the town centre, a short walk from the main attractions. By road, the A1 runs through the town, connecting it to Newcastle to the south and Edinburgh to the north, and the nearest airport is Newcastle International, about 70 miles away. Within Berwick, the town is small enough to explore on foot; local buses serve Tweedmouth, Spittal and surrounding villages, and taxis are available. Cycling is popular on the quiet roads, and the Coast and Castles cycle route passes through the town.
When to go
Summer, from June to August, offers the warmest weather and the longest days, ideal for walking the ramparts and visiting Holy Island. The town hosts the Berwick Riding of the Bounds in May and the Berwick Food and Beer Festival in September. Spring and autumn are quieter, with crisp days for coastal walks. Winter can be cold and windy, but the town's festive events and the atmosphere of the historic streets remain appealing.
Questions, answered
Which listed hotel is closest to the centre of Berwick?
Composers at Woodlands is 0.9 km from the centre, the shortest distance among these hotels. Pot a Doodle Do is 1.7 km away and The Beaches is 2.2 km out, while The Estate House at Ford is the furthest at 12.6 km.
Do any of these hotels allow pets?
Yes. Belmont House Boutique in Tweedmouth and Heron House on Dock Road both allow pets, and The White Swan Inn at Main Street does too. Heron House also has a garden, and Belmont House adds room service and breakfast in room.
Is free parking available at these hotels?
Most of the listed hotels offer free car parking, including Composers at Woodlands, West Longridge Manor B&B, The Walls B&B, Belmont House, The Beaches, Heron House, The White Swan Inn, Pot a Doodle Do, The Gables and 8 Mill Wharf. The Rob Roy Inn simply lists car parking.
Which hotels are best for families?
YHA Berwick Hostel and The White Swan Inn both have family rooms. Pot a Doodle Do offers a kitchen, a cot and a restaurant, and 8 Mill Wharf provides apartments with a kitchen and washing machine, useful for longer family stays.
Which is the top-rated hotel on this list?
Composers at Woodlands and The Rob Roy Inn both score 4.7 out of 5, from 46 and 85 reviews. The White Swan Inn follows at 4.6 from 356 reviews, and Pot a Doodle Do scores 4.5 from 443 reviews.
Do any of these hotels have a spa or pool?
None of the listed hotels names a pool. The Cowrie Guest House is the only one listing a spa, and it also offers a golf course nearby. 8 Mill Wharf has a fitness centre for guests who want to keep up a routine.
Can I get breakfast at these hotels?
Breakfast is listed at West Longridge Manor B&B, Belmont House Boutique and Pot a Doodle Do. Belmont House also offers breakfast in room, and The White Swan Inn, The Rob Roy Inn and YHA Berwick Hostel have restaurants on site.