The Ball Alley

3.5 star property
B&B with bar/lounge, near Beamish Open Air Museum

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Garden
Lounge
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Bar (on property)
Property grounds
Step into the charming world of The Ball Alley, where a hearty English breakfast and lush garden await. Relax in the bar or take care of essentials with laundry facilities and free WiFi. Guests have praised this haven for its peaceful atmosphere.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (5)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bar/lounge
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Family Room (2 single beds)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Oven
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Shield Row, Stanley, England, DH9 0LH

What's nearby

  • Beamish Open Air Museum - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Diggerland - 14 min drive - 15.6 km
  • St. James' Park - 16 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Durham Cathedral - 18 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Durham University - 18 min drive - 18.2 km

Getting around

  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 27 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 56 min drive
  • Dunston Station - 12 min drive
  • Blaydon Station - 13 min drive
  • Heworth Station - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Bell, Kiphill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Hill Top - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪South Causey Inn - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Ox Inn - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Ball Alley

When you stay at The Ball Alley, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Beamish Open Air Museum and St. James' Park. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and free English breakfast is available on weekdays between 7 AM and 9 AM.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 7 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • The host will greet guests on arrival
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast on weekday mornings 7 AM–9 AM
  • Bar/lounge

Services

  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Oven
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Bar - Onsite bar.

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Ball Alley B&B Stanley
Ball Alley B&B
Ball Alley Stanley
Ball Alley
The Ball Alley Stanley
The Ball Alley Stanley
The Ball Alley Bed & breakfast
The Ball Alley Bed & breakfast Stanley

Frequently asked questions

Does The Ball Alley offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Ball Alley does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Ball Alley?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Ball Alley?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Ball Alley?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Ball Alley?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a casino, but Genting Casino Newcastle (14-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Ball Alley and nearby?

The Ball Alley has a picnic area and a garden.

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