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Hotel Indigo - Durham by IHG

Hotel in Durham

Centrally located in the historic city of Durham, Hotel Indigo Durham occupies Old Shire Hall, on Old Elvet, just 5 minutes from Durham Railway station and 700 metres from Durham Cathedral and Castle....

A
Alan
From
Ireland
Very Central and friendly staff. Jess on reception was very polite and friendly. We left very early in the morning and the night porter was a wonderful helpful young man.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,108 reviews
Price from
US$116.60
1 night, 2 adults

Super 8 by Wyndham Durham

Hotel in Durham

With modern rooms, free Wi-Fi access and free parking Super 8 by Wyndham Durham is just off junction 61 of the A1 (M), about 4 miles from Durham city centre.

K
Kurunsikumaran
From
Malaysia
Everything from the staff to the cleanliness of the rooms. There were also F&B outlets within the property and a few more within 2mins walking distance
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,355 reviews
Price from
US$77.71
1 night, 2 adults

Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf & Spa

Hotel in Durham

Ramside Hall Hotel Golf & Spa is set within a 350-acre estate, featuring 2 Championship golf courses, with a combined 36 holes amidst mature woodlands and lakes.

C
Chansa
From
United Arab Emirates
Nice staff and good level of service
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,758 reviews
Price from
US$184.18
1 night, 2 adults

Farnley Tower Guesthouse

Hotel in Durham

Farnley Tower is situated in an elevated position, providing views over Durham Castle, Cathedral and surrounding countryside.

N
Nirit
From
Singapore
I liked the unique ambience, the stunning views from the windows (I stayed at the attic floor), the friendliness of the staff and the amazing Indian restaurant at the same building. The manager even approached me to say they missed me at breakfast! It was a very unique and memorable experience and I will definitely return in my next visits to Durham.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,175 reviews
Price from
US$190.32
1 night, 2 adults

Delta Hotels by Marriott Durham Royal County

Hotel in Durham

Centrally located in the historic city of Durham Delta Hotels by Marriott Durham Royal County boasts views of Durham Cathedral and Durham Castle and is situated on the banks of the River Wear.

N
Neil
From
Switzerland
Excelent Breakfast. Large Family rooms. Exceptionally friendly staff. Perfect location. Incredibly good value for money.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,375 reviews
Price from
US$122.76
1 night, 2 adults

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durham

Hotel in Durham

Just 1 mile from Durham Rail Station and city centre, the Radisson Blu Durham has fantastic views of Durham Cathedral. It offers stylish rooms, free WiFi, a restaurant, bar and modern health club.

d
daphne
From
Spain
Spa facilities and lovely receptionist
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,809 reviews
Price from
US$186.83
1 night, 2 adults

Bowburn Hall Hotel

Hotel in Durham

Approximately 6.5 km from Durham, this small country house hotel has easy access to the A1(M) and features 19 individually styled en suite bedrooms.

H
Hannah
From
Zimbabwe
Great value for money! The hotel was just so beautiful with the exterior and interior and the rooms were great and spacious. The staff was fantastic and the food was ABSOLUTELY AMAZING.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,525 reviews
Price from
US$131.18
1 night, 2 adults

The Avenue

Hotel in Durham

The Avenue features a garden, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in Durham. Located around 24 km from Beamish Museum, the hotel with free WiFi is also 29 km away from Stadium of Light.

E
Elizabeth
From
Cyprus
This is a local pub and not a 5 star hotel. It is one of my favourite places to stay in Durham. I am usually there alone when visiting my aged mother who is in a care home nearby. The staff are welcoming and friendly. I always feel safe there, I am happy to visit the bar alone in the evening. The breakfasts are well cooked , the pub and rooms are clean, there is parking and the location is good for access to Durham city and the surrounds.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 503 reviews
Price from
US$85.60
1 night, 2 adults

The Lambton Arms

Hotel in Durham

Located in Durham and with Lumley Castle reachable within 1.7 km, The Lambton Arms provides a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

S
Susan
From
United Kingdom
Very good breakfast nice and hot staff lovely
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews
Price from
US$112.63
1 night, 2 adults

Honest Lawyer Hotel

Hotel in Durham

In scenic Croxdale, the Honest Lawyer Hotel is a pet-friendly hotel just 5 minutes’ drive from Durham centre.

M
Mike
From
Isle of Man
Bus stop on the doorstep very handy and outside space very nice
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,532 reviews
Price from
US$81.09
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,758 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,805 reviews

Best hotels with breakfast in Durham and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,805 reviews

Just 1 mile from Durham Rail Station and city centre, the Radisson Blu Durham has fantastic views of Durham Cathedral. It offers stylish rooms, free WiFi, a restaurant, bar and modern health club.

From US$153.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,375 reviews

Centrally located in the historic city of Durham Delta Hotels by Marriott Durham Royal County boasts views of Durham Cathedral and Durham Castle and is situated on the banks of the River Wear.

From US$111.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 217 reviews

Located within 13 km of Lumley Castle and 17 km of Beamish Museum in Durham, My Way Guest House provides accommodation with seating area.

From US$99.11 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 594 reviews

Set in Durham and within 13 km of Lumley Castle, The Old School House features a garden, allergy-free rooms, and free WiFi.

From US$79.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 343 reviews

La Fattoria, a property with a garden, a bar and a shared lounge, is situated in Durham, 15 km from Lumley Castle, 19 km from Beamish Museum, as well as 29 km from The Glasshouse International Centre...

From US$125.88 per night

The Avenue

Hotel in Durham
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 502 reviews

The Avenue features a garden, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in Durham. Located around 24 km from Beamish Museum, the hotel with free WiFi is also 29 km away from Stadium of Light.

From US$85.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,532 reviews

In scenic Croxdale, the Honest Lawyer Hotel is a pet-friendly hotel just 5 minutes’ drive from Durham centre.

From US$98.98 per night

61 Durham

Hotel in Durham
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,433 reviews

A boutique country hotel nestled in the North East of England, 15 minutes from the magnificent city of Durham and all that it has to offer.

From US$95.40 per night

Budget hotels in Durham and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 189 reviews

The Bridge Hotel, a property with a bar, is set in Durham, 11 km from Lumley Castle, 14 km from Beamish Museum, as well as 25 km from Stadium of Light.

From US$106 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews

Located within 7.2 km of Lumley Castle and 12 km of Beamish Museum, OYO La Spada Boutique Hotel offers rooms in Durham. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel has a garden and a restaurant.

From US$119.94 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,155 reviews

This hotel offers free Wi-Fi, and is just off the A1 motorway next door to the Bannatyne Health Club.

From US$92.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,522 reviews

Approximately 6.5 km from Durham, this small country house hotel has easy access to the A1(M) and features 19 individually styled en suite bedrooms.

From US$131.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 631 reviews

Less than 10 minutes’ drive from the historic city of Durham, the Croxdale Inn sits in the small village of Croxdale just half an hour’s drive from the wilderness of the Pennine dales.

From US$75.53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 682 reviews

Boasting a garden, restaurant, bar and free WiFi, Three Horseshoes Leamside is set in Houghton le Spring, 5.8 km from Lumley Castle and 14 km from Beamish Museum.

From US$100.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Chester Le Street's Emerald 3 Bed House is situated in Chester-le-Street, 8.4 km from Beamish Museum, 16 km from The Glasshouse International Centre for Music, and 16 km from Baltic Centre for...

From US$205.07 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
Passable - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Chester Le Street's Emerald 3 Bed House is set in Chester-le-Street, 8.4 km from Beamish Museum, 16 km from The Glasshouse International Centre for Music, as well as 16 km from Baltic Centre for...

From US$175.85 per night

Hotels located in the centre of Durham

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 381 reviews

Set 11 km from Lumley Castle, 14 km from Beamish Museum and 25 km from Stadium of Light, The Funky Monk offers accommodation situated in Durham.

From US$304.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 411 reviews

Set in Durham, The Cartologist has a garden, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

From US$140.78 per night

Set in Durham, 11 km from Lumley Castle, "Ivyholme" Superb Premium House in Central Durham Location offers recently renovated accommodation with free WiFi and a garden.

From US$536.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Rosewood Cottage, a property with a garden, is situated in Durham, 26 km from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, 26 km from Theatre Royal, as well as 28 km from MetroCentre.

From US$679.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 613 reviews

Situated in Durham and with Lumley Castle reachable within 14 km, The Seven Stars features a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

From US$116.14 per night

Set 15 km from Lumley Castle, Courtyard Cottage Number 9 offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$521.72 per night

Set 15 km from Lumley Castle, Cosy Cottage 4 offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$475.81 per night

Situated 15 km from Lumley Castle, Courtyard Cottage Number 6 features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$545.37 per night

FAQs about hotels in Durham

Sacred English Heritage

Durham could definitely be one of those towns that appear in fairy tales and stories of kings and knights. Lying on a hilled peninsula formed by the Wear River, the striking cathedral overlooks from the hilltop, surrounded by the castle, palaces and historic buildings. Get transported back in time by the magic of this English jewel, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Though archaeological evidence suggests the area has been inhabited since 2000 BC, the present-day settlement was founded by monks from Lindisfarne in 995, choosing the area as the final resting place of Saint Cuthbert. Symeon of Durham stated once that ‘to see Durham is to see the English Zion, and by doing so one may save oneself a trip to Jerusalem’. Hotels and B&Bs in Durham’s historic centre are a popular choice to enjoy this historic legacy.

Its powerful religious position granted such great honour to the city, that the bishop still holds the rights to a seat in the House of Lords, and to accompany the sovereign at the coronation. During the 19th century and encompassing the industrial revolution, the university was founded, with Durham Castle becoming its first college.

Whether you’re searching for a cottage, a modern hotel, or a cheap hostel, Booking.com offers a wide range of accommodation in the area.

What guests said about Durham:

10

WE loved our visit to Durham, it is a very compact city to...

WE loved our visit to Durham, it is a very compact city to spend time wandering through. The history of the city is intriguing and the cathedral is most impressive. The shrine of St Cuthbert is a most peaceful spot to spend time contemplating and to visit it was the objective of our visit, so we were not disappointed. We organised a walking tour of the city with a local guide which was very worthwhile and entertaining. We could certainly have stayed a bit longer. We enjoyed a very special evening at Crush wine bar where Daniel helped us choose a flight of wine and we shared grazing platters to help the whole lot down. We also spent an evening at a performance by Durham Dramatic Society at the City Theatre, which was most diverting.
Guest review by
TULA
United Kingdom
8.0

The cathedral was the highlight with the tour by Mike...

The cathedral was the highlight with the tour by Mike proving very entertaining and enlightening. Crook Hall gardens were near our hotel and we enjoyed going through all the ups and downs of the different little areas with interesting trees, bushes and plants some of which still had a few flowers despite it being November.
Guest review by
Ian
United Kingdom
10

Durham is a gem of a place with beautiful stone buildings...

Durham is a gem of a place with beautiful stone buildings and lots of woodland and riverside walks ; a market hall, cobbled streets , picturesque streets and a knockout cathedral . The bus service is excellent and the city is very walkable with paths, bridges and pedestrian areas. Friendly atmosphere , international and diverse cuisine , plenty of cafes , many dog-friendly . The river is live and has wildlife right into the city - cormorants and kingfishers for example. Recommended .
Guest review by
Heather
United Kingdom
6.0

Beautiful City. However.

Beautiful City. However. Unless you are really into art and light installations AVOID going during any possible future Lumiere festivals. City is way over crowded. Difficult to book tables. Pricey. Massive Queues with ZERO toilet facilities. Spoilt what would have been a better experience. Choose summer
Guest review by
Thomas
United Kingdom
8.0

Loved Durham we have been before there’s plenty to see and...

Loved Durham we have been before there’s plenty to see and do , plenty of lovely eateries and also some individual shops selling local crafts. We loved the old market which is still thriving unlike many towns these days there’s a lovely cafe in there too. We had a return visit to Beamish which us a place we love and the people are so friendly and helpful.
Guest review by
J marriott
United Kingdom
10

Lovely city, very compact so easy to get around with...

Lovely city, very compact so easy to get around with beautiful walks along the riverside, stunning Cathedral (an absolute must for a visit), cosy coffee shops and some super book shops. Check out the Durham Covered Market under/behind the Town Hall - an absolute treat and quite the Aladdin's cave!
Guest review by
Anonymous
United Kingdom

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From US$111.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,375 reviews
We booked the hotel for its proximity to Durham University and we were not disappointed. Within minutes, we were on the Bailey. Due to the university event, breakfast was full of parent + young person pairs and there was plenty of food and beverages. The staff was very friendly. I'll certainly be back.
Guest review by
Teresa
France
From US$131.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 931 reviews
The Inn is very central in Durham with an easy walk to the city centre over the kingsgate bridge. The bed was very comfortable and heating nice and strong. I was on the top floor and despite being on top of a bar, it was not noisy at all! Lovely staff and very charming building overall.
Guest review by
Alexandra
Poland
From US$153.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,805 reviews
The hotel staff were very helpful and friendly. The room was clean and comfortable. The hotel was conveniently located for city centre with beautiful views of the river. Would definitely book this hotel again.
Guest review by
Hayley
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
A cosy and comfortable home in a fantastic location, just minutes from Durham city centre and close to popular attractions
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Elena
Greece
From US$184.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,758 reviews
Good location in easy taxi ride of Durham City Centre. Well equipped gym and health suite.
Guest review by
James
United Kingdom