Hotels 1 to 3 in Alnwick, Northumberland

Sportsman Hotel - Overlooking Embleton's beautiful beach, the spectacular ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle and the impressive 18-hole golf course to the front of the hotel, the Sportsman boasts a superb restaurant. The Sportsman Hotel has a magnificent location, looking out over Embleton's beach, which is consistently voted one of Britain's best. The historic market town of Alnwick, famous for its gardens and its castle, is just a 10-minute drive away. There are 10 rooms in total, 9 of which have sea views. All of the rooms are bright, airy and spacious, decorated in a contemporary style with natural woods and neutral colours. All of the en suite bathrooms have been upgraded in 2009 with New England tiles and new shower enclosures. The beds are French oak, reminiscent of the driftwood found on the beaches in Northumberland. With real log fires and great wines, the Sportsman is well known for offering stunning food, including superb fresh seafood.

White Swan Hotel - This 300-year-old coaching inn has many historic features and offers ? la carte dining in the Olympic Suite, which has stained glass windows salvaged from the SS Olympic. The White Swan Hotel is walking distance from Alnwick Castle and its 'water gardens', and a 40-minute drive from Newcastle and the Metro Centre. The hotel is well located for many National Trust Properties, and not far from unspoilt beaches, scenery and coastlines, such as Holy Island and the Farne Islands. There is no lift at the hotel.

Doxford Hall Hotel And Spa - This beautifully restored country house has state-of-the-art facilities, luxurious bedrooms, 10 acres of grounds and exceptional attention to detail. Doxford Hall Hotel and Spa has a health spa with a swimming pool, Jacuzzi, sauna and steam room. The George Runciman Restaurant offers fine dining. The hall has been restored to a very high standard. Each bedroom is named after a Northumbrian castle, and has luxury facilities and a very comfortable bed. The hotel has been awarded a 4-star silver award from Visit Britain.