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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....

L
Liz
From
France
The feel of the building is grand. Very comfortable room & shower. The restaurant and breakfast are lovely.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,126 reviews
Price from
US$115.30
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.

J
Jason
From
United Kingdom
The staff were amazing. Super attentive. The hotel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,306 reviews
Price from
US$81.37
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.

l
lou
From
Abkhazia
Loved the rooms here, I have stayed many times from standard rooms right up to the celebration suite. They are all fantastic value for money been very spacious, clean, work friendly, quite and super comfortable. This stay was in the premier deluxe and to our delight a tub for 2! Room was massive bathroom too cant wait to be back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,803 reviews
Price from
US$182.12
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.

L
Lis
From
Germany
Lovely staff. Charming and efficient. The place has been renovated since my last stay, very nicely done. Updated, but still quirky! Loved it.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,168 reviews
Price from
US$188.20
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.

T
Thewa
From
Thailand
Good breakfast and very comfortable location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,414 reviews
Price from
US$121.39
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, 5,828 reviews
Price from
US$184.75
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, 1,533 reviews
Price from
US$129.71
1 night, 2 adults

The Cartologist

Hotel in Durham

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

M
Mary-Ann
From
United Kingdom
The room was clean and comfortable. The staff were helpful and friendly. We actually enjoyed the uphill walk back from the city centre... Helped to burn some calories!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 391 reviews
Price from
US$139.21
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.

k
kathleen
From
Ireland
It was out in the country with a regular bus stop less than 5 mins away from durham city. V comfortable n quiet room, super breakfast n excellent evening meal.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 515 reviews
Price from
US$91.32
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 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews
Price from
US$102.20
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
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Hotels located in the centre of Durham

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 379 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$484.79 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Set 14 km from Beamish Museum, 25 km from Stadium of Light and 29 km from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, Cosy studio on traditional Durham street offers accommodation located in Durham.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 179 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$104.82 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 391 reviews

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

From US$139.21 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,828 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$229.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,168 reviews

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

From US$198.11 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,414 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$193.79 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$672.18 per night

Budget hotels in Durham and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

Set in Gilesgate and within 15 km of Lumley Castle, The Queens Head has a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

From US$85.17 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 516 reviews

The Shoes, a property with a bar, is located in Durham, 25 km from Stadium of Light, 26 km from The Glasshouse International Centre for Music, as well as 26 km from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 73 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$118.61 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 212 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$114.54 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 610 reviews

Gilesgate Moor Hotel is set in Durham, 15 km from Lumley Castle, 20 km from Beamish Museum, as well as 23 km from Stadium of Light.

From US$85.17 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 595 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$79.01 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 623 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$114.84 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,166 reviews

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

From US$117.92 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Durham and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews

Offering a shared lounge and garden view, Durham City Retreat is set in Durham, 11 km from Lumley Castle and 18 km from Beamish Museum.

From US$124.47 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 339 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$124.47 per night

The Avenue

Hotel in Durham
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 515 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$84.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,803 reviews

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.

From US$234.53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,541 reviews

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

From US$97.88 per night

61 Durham

Hotel in Durham
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,452 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$100.23 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,533 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$103.51 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 681 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$99.58 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

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
10

Nice location well positioned to visit Durham Cathedral (...

Nice location well positioned to visit Durham Cathedral (guided tour highly recommended), Durham Castle, Beamish Open Air Museum (an absolute must see) and Ushaw House (exceptionally nice and exceeded expectations)
Guest review by
Big Biff
United Kingdom
10

What a beautiful and under rated city!

What a beautiful and under rated city! Absolutely fabulous historic cathedral which houses the Magna Carta! The center is amazing with shops, restaurants and beautiful medival buildings. Highly recommend
Guest review by
Denise
United Kingdom
10

Durham is most beautiful city in the UK

Durham is most beautiful city in the UK Cathedral is the best in UK and its free to enter Guided tour of the castle (£7.50) and going up the cathedral tower (£10) are well worth doing Walking by the river is also recommended. Don't miss the view of the cathedral and the old mill by the weir from the boat house near Prebends Bridge
Guest review by
Andrew
United Kingdom
10

Durham City was a great place to visit.

Durham City was a great place to visit. You can spend half a day in the Cathedral, the rest of the time wandering around the city and river, stopping to eat and drink in the great pubs. If you want to get further afield, drive to Beamish Museum, go up onto the Pennines, Visit Kielder Forest, go the coast (Lindisfarne is worth a visit), Whitby isn't that far away and the drive over the moors is great.
Guest review by
Kelligan
United Kingdom
10

Much of the city is geared towards students but we found at...

Much of the city is geared towards students but we found at least two good restaurants - the Turkish one and the Italian above it. Beamish was well worth the visit. The first day, we could not gain access to the cathedral because it was matriculation day for the university - but well worth going the second day. Unfortunately, access to the castle is limited to going with a tour on certain days, since it is also a living university college.
Guest review by
Jeffery
United Kingdom

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From US$124.47 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 339 reviews
So glad we stayed here. We were worried about how far the hotel was from the city centre but we needn’t have been. We used Uber for just under £8 per (very short) trip. Beautiful surroundings to wake up to. The food in the restaurant was amazing both dinner and breakfast. The chef is ace and we look forward to going back in the near future.
Guest review by
Racheal
United Kingdom
From US$114.54 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 212 reviews
View from our room was fantastic, overlooking the garden and countryside. Rooms decor and finish very good, very comfortable. Parking very good and convenient being on site. Great location for convenience when exploring Durham City Centre, for the Castle and Cathedral.
Guest review by
Phil
United Kingdom
From US$79.01 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 595 reviews
Loved the location opposite Bearpark Woods. Bus stop close by, ten minutes into Durham city centre. Little kitchen, microwave, kettle, toaster, fridge. Continental breakfast, cereal, croissants, porridge. Milk, butter, jam, marmalade in fridge. Lovely friendly welcome
Guest review by
Anne
United Kingdom
From US$353.77 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 121 reviews
Everything was amazing! Walkable to Durham city centre, whilst still being nestled in a little vilage. The host, James was easily the most attentive and kind host we’ve ever come across with. He also accommodated us last minute, for an extra night. Thank you!
Guest review by
Jamila
United Kingdom
From US$126.44 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,035 reviews
Very good location only 5 mins walk from the city centre and easy to find. I went by train and 15 mins from the station. Friendly staff and room was good standard and clean and good for a solo traveler. I would stay at this hotel again if I am in Durham.
Guest review by
Richard
United Kingdom