Book a room at The Cookie Jar and experience a little bit of unexpected cookie-ness.

Welcome to The Cookie Jar

Your cosy retreat in the heart of Alnwick, Northumberland. Formerly the Convent of Mercy, this historical building has been tastefully renovated into 11 luxurious rooms and suites, and offers all the home comforts you could need with an added little bit of unexpected cookie-ness.

Sleep like an angel

11 individual bedrooms, with unique character and named from the local area.

All rooms feature signature drench showers, stunning decor, Hypnos beds, deliciously scented toiletries from Penhaligon’s. And of course, home-made cookies.

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Divine Dining

At the rear of The Cookie Jar is our bistro. We serve afternoon tea and divine dishes in the evening.

This stunning space is also available for private dining, perfect for a group of family or friends. Our garden is also open in the warmer months.

See the Bistro

Glorious Alnwick

The Cookie Jar sits in Alnwick, the stunning, historical town in Northumberland. Both of these locations have an abundance of attractions for visitors to enjoy.

And after your day out, you can head back to us at The Cookie Jar, your cosy retreat.

Discover Alnwick & beyond

Reviews from our guests

  • star rating  We had two nights first weekend in December. After serving at RAF Boulmer 35 years ago this was my first time back to Alnwick. The hotel is next door to... read more

    avatar thumb Mark C
    December 6, 2022

    star rating  This was our first visit to The Cookie Jar ( and certainly will not be the last). Everything about this hotel is just perfect!
    All the staff are friendly &... read more

    avatar thumb _bhirstle
    November 14, 2022

    star rating  Fantastic - The staff were so friendly and welcoming ! The room was perfect so tidy and smart. We had dinner here and it was delicious, I would recommend staying to anyone... read more

    stusmith70s
    November 14, 2022
  • star rating  Excellent afternoon tea again at The Cookie Jar with friends. Food was delicious. The eclair was best ever. All the Staff as ever always friendly, efficient and helpful. Highly... read more

    avatar thumb Whitts15
    October 29, 2022

    star rating  Absolutely fantastic place! - Yet again we had a Fantastic time at the cookie jar, the staff are all so welcoming, so lovely and the food is amazing! afternoon tea , dinner & breakfast... read more

    Harasold123
    October 24, 2022

    star rating  The cookie jar is a fabulous gem of a hotel
    Alnwick is a lovely place , well worth the visit !!
    From the fantastic staff, to the cleanliness (rooms were... read more

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    October 16, 2022
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Reviews from our guests

star rating  We had two nights first weekend in December. After serving at RAF Boulmer 35 years ago this was my first time back to Alnwick. The hotel is next door to... read more

avatar thumb Mark C
December 6, 2022
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