About this property
In the centre of Alnwick, this 300-year-old coaching inn is a short walk from Alnwick Castle and Gardens. Its restaurant’s decor was salvaged from the Titanic’s sister ship. Free parking is available. The bedrooms all have a private bathroom with a hairdryer and bathroom amenities. Guests can also enjoy a seating area and tea/coffee making facilities in each room. Some rooms are pet-friendly. The Olympic Suite restaurant offers an à la carte menu and has stained glass windows from the RMS ship. Hardy’s proposes a more informal experience with its bar and bistro menu. The White Swan Hotel is a 40-minute drive from Newcastle and the Metro Centre. Alnmouth Station and the North-East coast are a 10-minute drive away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- 2 restaurants
- Room service
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- John
United Kingdom“Staff were excellent particularly over the weekend at breakfast and dinner. George was a real character and so pleasant and helpful. The staff could not do enough for you and we're so friendly.” - Lee United Kingdom“Room was comfortable, Staff were friendly, Breakfast was flexible Location well placed.”
- Karen United Kingdom“Everything it was lovely very friendly and polite staff and the room was excellent and the customer service was excellent too. Also had lovely food in the hotel bar. Will certainly be back again.”
- Graham United Kingdom“All the staff were appropriately friendly and helpful. The room was comfortable and very clean. There was a good selection of items on the breakfast menu. The decor in its history and splendour is amazing, especially the main staircase and the...”
Amy
Australia“Bed was large and comfortable. Rooms were large and clean. Staff were friendly. Fantastic breakfast.”
John United Kingdom“Good location to tour Alnwick and local areas, breakfast was first class.”- Sally United Kingdom“Good location and car parking at rear; pleasant reception staff; quiet, comfortable room; breakfast was good and in a beautiful dining room”
Miles United Kingdom“Great location. Iconic dining room from RMS Olympic. Parking out the back with free car park yards away if hotel car park full. Room very comfortable and roomy. Two soft chairs. Plenty of tea bags and biscuits. Good shower.”- Kate United Kingdom“The room was possibly the smallest I’d ever stayed in, but it did have a bath as I requested so that was great. The breakfast was excellent and in the best setting, as promised- the Olympic First Class dining room. The piped music let you down...”
- David United Kingdom“The White Swan is a fine old building and perfectly positioned in town - shops, pubs, restaurants and castle all within easy walking distance. Our room was on the smallish side but clean and comfortable. The front desk staff were friendly and...”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- The Olympic Restaurant
- CuisineLocal
- Hardy’s Bistro
- CuisineBritish
- Dietary optionsVegetarian
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 15 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
The fine print
There is no lift at the hotel.
Pets can be accommodated upon request only. Please contact the hotel directly to request these rooms. Charges apply.
Please note that the dinner supplement is a 3-course table d'hôte dinner served mainly in the Olympic Suite and occasionally in Hardy's Bistro.
Please inform White Swan Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.
