Large Hotel of the Year

The winners were revealed at a glittering awards ceremony held on Thursday 19th March at the Civic Centre in Newcastle.

All entrants in the tourism awards are subject to an independent judging process which includes a mystery inspection for all shortlisted hotels. Winners of the regional awards are then passed forward to the national Visit England Awards which take place later in the year.

John Marshall, Chair of Destination North East England said: “2025 was a truly landmark year for North East England. From delivering the Mercury Prize to record-breaking Women's Rugby World cup matches and a starring role in a Hollywood blockbuster, our tourism and hospitality superstars have been there every step of the way, ensuring the region firmly took its place in the spotlight. All of our finalists represent the best of the best and their commitment to delivering excellence, quality and that world-famous welcome shone through the hundreds of entries we received. We often talk about how lucky we are to call this place home, and it is safe to say, if the quality of tonight's roster of winners is anything to go by, visitors will feel privileged to experience all we have to offer too. My heartfelt congratulations to all of our finalists - there truly has never been a better time to visit North East England."

Lewis Hunter, General Manager of Rockliffe Hall added: “I am incredibly proud of the whole Rockliffe Hall team for winning this award for the fourth year in a row. The past year has seen the Old Hall undergo a period of significant refurbishment, further highlighting our dedication to provide guests with exceptional experiences. It's fantastic to see the strength of our team recognised as we approach our summer 2026 reopening.

Congratulations to all the other winners and finalists.