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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 125 reviews
    From
    US$300
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 204 reviews
    From
    US$137
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 508 reviews
    From
    US$267
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 499 reviews
    From
    US$183
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 258 reviews
    From
    US$124
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 572 reviews
    From
    US$111
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
    From
    US$95
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
    From
    US$468
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 51 reviews
    From
    US$144
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
    From
    US$823
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
    From
    US$1,043
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,391 reviews
    From
    US$108
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,032 reviews
    From
    US$111
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,116 reviews
    From
    US$115
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,125 reviews
    From
    US$169
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,336 reviews
    From
    US$81
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,783 reviews
    From
    US$182
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,166 reviews
    From
    US$188
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,442 reviews
    From
    US$137
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,387 reviews
    From
    US$121
    1 night, 2 adults

Most booked places to stay in Durham and surroundings in the past month

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Popular with guests booking places to stay in Durham

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,166 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Durham

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,125 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Durham

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,116 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Durham

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,032 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Durham

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,165 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Durham

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,523 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Durham

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,336 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Durham

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,387 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Durham

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,780 reviews

Popular with guests booking places to stay in Durham

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,820 reviews

Great access to the city centre. Check these places to stay in Durham and nearby

The Funky Monk

Durham
Central location
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$300.17 per night

The Bridge Hotel

Durham
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 188 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$104.64 per night

The Cartologist

Durham
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 405 reviews

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

From US$138.97 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,820 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$175.27 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,166 reviews

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

From US$197.76 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,387 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$199 per night

Victoria inn

Durham
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 933 reviews

Located in Durham, within 12 km of Lumley Castle and 20 km of Beamish Museum, Victoria inn provides accommodation with a bar and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for...

From US$129.49 per night

Rosewood Cottage

Durham
Central location
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$671 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Durham and nearby

The Shoes

Durham
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 510 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.

My Way Guest House

Durham
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 215 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$97.83 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 612 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$85.02 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 593 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$78.87 per night

La Fattoria

Durham
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 341 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$124.26 per night

The Avenue

Durham
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 507 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$84.49 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,780 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$207.96 per night

Honest Lawyer Hotel

Durham
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,538 reviews

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

From US$97.70 per night

Save money on places to stay in Durham and nearby – budget options available

The Queens Head

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

Set in Gilesgate and with Lumley Castle reachable within 15 km, The Queens Head offers a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

From US$85.02 per night

Bannatyne Hotel Durham

Durham
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,165 reviews

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

From US$116.41 per night

Croxdale Inn

Durham
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 630 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$74.55 per night

Super 8 by Wyndham Durham

Durham
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,336 reviews

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.

From US$81.22 per night

Warlands Farm Guest House

Durham
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 188 reviews

Warlands Farm Guest House, a property with a garden and a shared lounge, is situated in Durham, 9 km from Beamish Museum, 10 km from Lumley Castle, as well as 22 km from The Glasshouse International...

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$202.43 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$173.59 per night

The Moorings Hotel

Edmondsley
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 417 reviews

The Moorings Hotel has a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Edmondsley. Offering barbecue facilities, the property is located within 4.1 km of Beamish Museum.

From US$76.52 per night

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Avg. price/night: US$168.73
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,125 reviews
Food and restaurant was excellent with staff attentive and speedy. Location was good and within easy walking distance of city centre.
Guest review by
Robert A
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$117.72
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 258 reviews
Great location, lovely views with easy access to City centre Great toiletries
Guest review by
Elaine
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$266.82
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 508 reviews
Lovely place to stay. Nice quiet location, but very close to the centre. Super friendly staff.
Guest review by
Anna
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 499 reviews
Large, comfortable room, friendly staff, and a great location a short walk from the station and the city centre.
Guest review by
Melissa
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$158.92
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,032 reviews
Stayed here many times, great location for everything city centre. Quick and easy check in, friendly staff, great beers. Good towels in room, chocs, earplugs, nice touches
Guest review by
Fiona
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$266.82
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 508 reviews
Very friendly staff, beautifully decorated hall, dining room & sitting room, great location in a quiet street right by the city centre and excellent breakfast!
Guest review by
Magdalena
Group
Avg. price/night: US$84.49
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 507 reviews
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.
Guest review by
Elizabeth
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$168.73
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,125 reviews
Firstly, great location, outside the immediate city centre, but only around 10 minutes walk away. Large room, with comfortable bed and plenty of pillows. Great breakfast with a great choice, and everything was of high quality. We had our evening meal in the hotel as well and again everything was fantastic. Great staff, could do enough for us. We will stop there again If we had been on the TV Program Four in a Bed we would have overpaid!
Guest review by
David
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$175.27
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,820 reviews
Location is excellent, it is a five minute walk to the city centre. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful, Room was clean and light. The Euros were on and the staff put the TV on in a closed off area so I could watch it there. Also the revamp and new bar area is very good.
Guest review by
James
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews
Great location and parking. The host provided detailed instructions on how to get there and enter the property. Fantastic breakfast selection. The kitchen was well equipped. Lovely patio to sit in. A great place to stay.
Guest review by
Alison
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$158.92
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,032 reviews
The location was excellent, in the city centre and close to all amenities and historic sites. The room was large and well presented. All of the staff were very friendly and helpful. Bus stop right by the hotel with buses to the train and bus stations and further afield if you do not have a car.
Guest review by
Vincent
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$129.49
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 933 reviews
Great traditional pub underneath with plenty of character. Rooms were modern and comfortable with all the facilities one would expect. Location only 5 mins walk from here cathedral and city centre.
Guest review by
Alexander
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$266.82
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 508 reviews
Lovely quiet location but close to the city centre, clean comfortable room and the breakfast was of the delicious! Staff were friendly and welcoming and nothing was too much trouble.
Guest review by
Clare
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$175.27
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,820 reviews
Excellent location, close to Durham city centre and within walking distance from the station. Attractive surroundings, next to river. Large comfortable room with enough hanging space and shelves. Iron and ironing board supplied. Second mirror in bathroom for all round view of hair - a rare occurance! Great breakfast with buffet and specially prepared options.
Guest review by
Maria
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$175.27
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,820 reviews
Location was excellent for easy access to City Centre and opposite a footbridge over the River. lovely bar facilities, easy parking with plenty of space which I was worried about. we were there for graduation when the City is heaving. The staff were very helpful meeting additional needs swiftly, nothing was any trouble.
Guest review by
gillian
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$107.91
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,391 reviews
This is quite a quirky place to stay, but fascinating for history buffs, and the grounds & location were lovely. I had to leave early so just had a grab bag breakfast which was fine for my needs. If you stay here, don't miss a visit to the really beautiful St Cuthbert's Chapel. Especially lovely in the evening when the normal visitors had gone home. The porter was incredibly friendly and helpful; really keen to make sure I got a look around.
Guest review by
Elizabeth
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$199
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,387 reviews
Very central location and clean rooms. Staff were very friendly and gave us a quiet room in the side building when we requested for it. Easy walk into city centre and the cathedral.
Guest review by
Ming Lee
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$117.72
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 258 reviews
Quiet location a short drive to Durham city centre. Supermarket a few minutes drive away. On sites car parking at the door.for access. Ground floor accommodation self contained. Good kitchen and washing machine. Comfortable bed and pillows
Guest review by
Graham
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$158.92
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,032 reviews
Excellent Location, easy walk into City Centre. 24 hour Parking available nearby
Guest review by
Neil
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews
Central location. Perfect for city centre but also at a prime riverside site. Lovely to sit on the terrace watching the rowers go by. Extremely welcoming hosts. Apartment decor beautiful throughout with every amenity you could wish for. Really useful welcome pack containing all the essentials.
Guest review by
Caroline
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews
The location was only a small drive to the main shopping centre but there was also a restaurant and fast food places a small walk away. Millie’s place was a lovely and cosy place to stay with a comfy bed and great kitchen area! The hot tub was amazing we both thoroughly enjoyed it! Would highly recommend to stay here and would go back again.
Guest review by
Rebecca
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 51 reviews
Fantastic place to stay, beautiful house, family room was huge, everything you could ask for, comfy beds, pleasant temperature, immaculately clean, well decorated, plenty of refreshments, large bathroom with thick towels, hot shower and toiletries. Quiet location with lovely views. Hosts very friendly. Breakfast 5*, quality ingredients and cooked perfectly. What more can I say, the perfect stay
Guest review by
WENDY
Family with young children