Georgian clifftop hideaway
A vortex water sculpture marks the entrance to this Georgian clifftop manor, where sweeping staircases sit beneath a stained-glass ceiling.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
A sprawling Asian-inspired sanctuary featuring a 20-metre pool, outdoor cedar hot tubs, and eucalyptus crystal steam chambers.
Notable
Individually styled suites feature bespoke Hypnos beds, roll-top bathtubs, and attentive staff across the Georgian estate.
Notable
A 1791 Georgian manor famed for hosting the 1815 wedding of poet Lord Byron and Annabella Milbanke.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
There’s a decidedly fresh sparkle about the public spaces, the style is still very much in keeping with the house’s heritage.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Clifftop paths wind through 37 acres of estate grounds down to the pebble shores and rugged banks of the Durham Heritage Coast.
The rooms
Spacious suites feature working fireplaces and marble bathrooms, with select split-level abodes offering twin slipper tubs or private coastal hot tubs.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
A 20-metre indoor pool sits beside garden windows, and an outdoor hydrotherapy pool warms the clifftop terrace.
The spa
Lantern-lit corridors lead to 17 treatment rooms offering seaweed therapies, holistic bodywork, and a Champagne nail bar.
Sauna and gym
Cardio machines face the estate grounds, and the thermal suite includes a backlit Himalayan salt sauna and eucalyptus steam.
At the table
The Dining Room serves North East seafood beneath gold chandeliers, and Geko prepares Asian sharing plates inside the spa.
How it began
Built in 1791 for the Milbanke family, the manor drawing room hosted the ill-fated 1815 wedding of poet Lord Byron.
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Seaham Hall
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.