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4.5 out of 5

"Nice quiet and cosy place " More

By a verified traveller on Mon 02 May 2022

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Basic Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
€62* Per night/room 16 Apr - 17 Apr

Basic Triple Room, Shared Bathroom, Courtyard View (Mini Unicorn)

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Basic Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Comfort Cottage, Ensuite, Courtyard View (Charles Dickens Cottage)

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Classic Double Room, Ensuite

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Hotel Description

During your stay at The Ancient Unicorn, you'll be within walking distance of North Pennines. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus breakfast (surcharge).

  • Free Wi-Fi in some public areas
  • Free self-parking
  • Breakfast is offered for a fee
  • Just a 2-minute drive from North Pennines and 5 minutes from Barnard Castle

The Ancient Unicorn ratings based on 2 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.5 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for The Ancient Unicorn

Everyone (1)
4 out of 5
Nice quiet and cosy place

Posted by on 2 May 2022

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5 out of 5
Negative: Cooking facilities but nothing to do any with. Positive: lovely room on the doorstep to the wonderful countryside. Have stayed before and plan to go again.

Posted by on 15 Oct 2018

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Property Features

Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available. This 3-star Barnard Castle guest house is smoke free.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • No smoking on site

Internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking , Parking (limited spaces)

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

The Ancient Unicorn offers 17 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Nearby Activities

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at anytime
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

Guests will receive lockbox information.

Guests will receive lockbox information.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit/debit cards

This property is professionally cleaned

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property accepts credit or debit cards, Visa and Mastercard. The property is professionally cleaned. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • No lifts
  • Property uses a professional cleaning service
  • Contactless check-out is available

Hotel Names

  • Ancient Unicorn Inn Barnard Castle
  • Ancient Unicorn Barnard Castle
  • Ancient Unicorn
  • Ancient Unicorn Barnard
  • Ancient Unicorn Inn
  • The Ancient Unicorn Guesthouse
  • The Ancient Unicorn Barnard Castle
  • The Ancient Unicorn Guesthouse Barnard Castle

You should know

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.