5* Northumberland inn with boutique décor

Bed down at a five-star coaching inn in Newton-by-the-Sea, boasting eclectic boutique rooms and a top-rated gastropub moments from the beach - includes breakfast, dinner credit options, and late check-out

• Rural romance: This isn't your average country pub; The Joiners Arms describes itself as a place that "puts the luxe into luxury inns", and it certainly delivers. With a five-star rating, this coaching inn blends shabbily chic rustic details - think exposed brick, reclaimed wood, and roaring fires - with undeniably flamboyant design. It’s the perfect dog-friendly bolthole (muddy paws are very welcome) for those who want to experience the wild beauty of Northumberland without compromising on indulgence.

• Gastro goodness: You won’t go hungry here; the inn is renowned for its hearty, honest, and locally sourced fare. The kitchen provides delicious dishes that celebrate the region, from the renowned fish and chips to Northumbrian Pan Haggerty and seasonal specials. Whether you’re tucking into a Sunday roast with all the trimmings or grabbing a light bite after a beach walk, the menu is packed with flavour and served with a side of Geordie hospitality.

• Boutique boudoirs: Each of the guest rooms is individually designed to be a sanctuary of cool, mixing plush fabrics with quirky original features. You might find yourself under an antler chandelier in a four-poster bed, or soaking in a double-ended roll-top bath that sits decadently in the corner of the room. From the velvet throws to the luxury Noble Isle toiletries, every detail has been curated to ensure your nights are as memorable as your days exploring the coast. 

How to get thereThe Joiners Arms is located in Newton-by-the-Sea, approximately 15 to 20 minutes by car from Alnwick. The nearest train station is Alnmouth, which is well-connected on the East Coast Main Line and is roughly a 20-minute taxi ride from the inn. If you are flying, Newcastle International Airport is about an hour's drive away. We’d recommend hiring a car in order to get the most out of the beautiful coast and castles nearby. 

Entry requirements

The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.