Experience the warm atmosphere of The Bowes Incline, where a delicious breakfast and lively bar await. With in-room WiFi, unwind at your own pace or plan an unforgettable wedding with the hotel's dedicated services.
Washington Southbound Motorway Services - 4 min drive
Burger King - 5 min drive
About this property
The Bowes Incline
At The Bowes Incline, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Beamish Open Air Museum and St. James' Park. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Quayside and Durham University are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
18 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
What to do
Fishing nearby
Working away
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Room amenities
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards.
This property is professionally cleaned.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does The Bowes Incline offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Bowes Incline 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 Bowes Incline?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Bowes Incline?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Bowes Incline?
You can check in starting at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at The Bowes Incline?
No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a casino, but Genting Casino Newcastle (11-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Bowes Incline and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as fishing.
Are there restaurants at or near The Bowes Incline?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
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The Bowes Incline Reviews
Reviews
9,4
Exceptional
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9,4/10
Cleanliness
9,4/10
Staff & service
8,4/10
Amenities
9,2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9,2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
03 February 2025
Business stay
Stay here several times a year when working in the north east. Fantastic hotel, friendly staff and the food is spot on.
Darren
Darren, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 February 2025
Great food and hospitality
Nice room with all the basics you’d expect. Very hearty traditional food, great staff who are very friendly.
I really enjoyed my stay and will definitely stay here for any more trips to the area.
Adrian
Adrian, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 February 2025
Fabulous Country Hotel
Fabulous country Hotel down a twisty lane. Very welcoming Staff very friendly and helpful. Lovely room comfortable bed. Big bathroom with walk in shower .Nice big restaurant and bar plenty to choose from the menu portions are very big tho. Breakfast was good . Highly recommend this hotel good value.
JILL
JILL, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 January 2025
10/10
Amazing food and staff were beyond perfect
Ross
Ross, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 September 2024
Lovely hotel
Lovely hotel, very clean and comfy
Nice breakfast with table service
Karl
Karl, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 June 2024
Great stay
Great place to stay, great rooms and lovely food
Tony
Tony, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
03 November 2024
Friendly and welcoming
Rooms are clean and modern decor
James
James, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 August 2024
Great Hotel Near the A1
Very friendly hotel situated close to the A1. Excellent food and a nice place to stay over.
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 May 2024
Great place to stay, very nice rooms, very good food and equally good service
Jordan
Jordan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 October 2024
Hidden Gem
Excellent from the moment of check in to the breakfast on leaving day, Rooms were newly renovated and had everything you needed, Food and choice was excellent, defo booking again
Douglas
Douglas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
03 October 2024
Great as always
Great stay and great food as always. Room warm, clean and comfortable. Good choice of homemade food for dinner and a great breakfast.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
02 August 2024
2 nights stay
Excellent hotel in rural location dining and bar on site family run hotel very friendly and helpful pub excellent an food and drink
Malcolm
Malcolm, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 July 2024
Comfortable room, good food, helpful and friendly staff. Popular with locals which is always a good sign. Not far from Angel of the North too.
Sue
Sue, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
09 August 2024
Working away from home
Perfect stay
Jamie
Jamie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 October 2024
Fabulous
Lovely clean and mordern room
Staff very friendly and helpful.
The food was excellent with a very good choice of different dishes.
Price was very good when compared to the quality of the property and service.
My first stay here, It wont be my last
Antony
Antony, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
17 July 2024
It’s very isolated and quiet even though it’s close to the A1
Anthony
Anthony, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 July 2024
A real gem
A fantastic stay, a real gem. The room was lovely and well equipped and all the staff were so friendly and attentive.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 August 2022
Location food & rooms all excellent
paul
paul, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 June 2024
Such friendly and efficient staff.
This place is an oasis.
Catherine
Catherine, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
01 July 2024
Used the Bowes Incline on a business trip to the area.
Nice quite place out of the way
Rooms very nice and new
Very comfortable
Evening meal there was a good selection and very nice food, likewise breakfast
Phil
Phil, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 August 2023
cant fault it at all...... nice overnight stop,and good food
d
d, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 July 2023
Fantastic place, stunning food, great staff
Barry
Barry, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
05 May 2024
Lovely stay
Hotel room & restaurant was very clean. Staff very friendly & helpful. Food was very good & well presented. Would gladly return.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 June 2023
Close to the area I was visiting, rooms were fine, food was okay, I would stay there again.
Stuart
Stuart, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
03 May 2024
Bowes incline
It's a really nice pup/hotel food is brilliant and the breakfast is too very friendly