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The 10 Best Bed and Breakfasts in Durham, UK

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All units come with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a kettle, a walk-in shower, bathrobes and a desk. Units come with a private bathroom with slippers, while some rooms also feature a patio and others also feature city views. At the guest house, the units come with bed linen and towels.

Excellent breakfast, very friendly and helpful staff

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9.5
Exceptional
351 reviews
Price from
$235
per night

At the guest house, every unit is fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. At the guest house, all units are allergy-free. All units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle.

Beautifully appointed,large room. The breakfast room was lovely. Everything worked well and it was quiet yet close to everything. A very comfortable and welcoming place. The breakfast was very nice and freshly cooked.

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9.1
Wonderful
608 reviews
Price from
$124
per night

The Three Horseshoes is situated within 10 minutes’ drive of the beautiful city of Durham. With parts of the building over 300 years old, it still retains some quirky, original features.

A charming country inn, it offers homely accommodation and cosy rooms. Each comes with a TV and facilities for making tea and coffee, and has double-glazed windows with views of the surrounding countryside.

The room was large and comfortable and very clean, the staff was lovely! cooked breakfast was great too!

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9
Wonderful
650 reviews
Price from
$106
per night

The units come with carpeted floor and feature a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a dining area, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and free toiletries. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also available, as well as a kettle. At the guest house, each unit has bed linen and towels.

Very clean and modern house with beautiful guest rooms

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9
Wonderful
73 reviews
Price from
$69
per night

Offering a garden and garden view, Durham Donkey Rescue Shepherd's Hut is set in Durham, 22 km from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art and 22 km from Utilita Arena. With free private parking, the property is 8.3 km from Beamish Museum and 21 km from MetroCentre. The property is non-smoking and is situated 22 km from Sage Gateshead.

This is such an amazing place! Lovely hosts! The location and position is just so peaceful - the hut is outstanding and soooo beautiful! But...the donkeys...WOW...just a sheer joy to be around!

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9.8
Exceptional
37 reviews
Price from
$159
per night

At the bed and breakfast, all units include a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Additional in-room amenities include chocolates or cookies. The units at the bed and breakfast are equipped with a seating area.

A warm welcome from the owners who went out of their way to make the stay enjoyable. A very comfortable, spacious and quiet room with a clean modern bathroom. A good choice for breakfast and the quality of the food was excellent. A good location to visit Durham and the surrounding area.

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9.7
Exceptional
38 reviews
Price from
$136
per night

Situated in Durham and only 21 km from Stadium of Light, York House Durham features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. It is set 22 km from Beamish Museum and offers a housekeeping service. The bed and breakfast has family rooms.

The units in the bed and breakfast are fitted with a kettle. All units have a private bathroom, free toiletries and bed linen.

The breakfast was amazing it was very filling and a traditional English breakfast. We did not even expect a proper breakfast so it was really beyond our expectations.

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9.1
Wonderful
95 reviews
Price from
$137
per night

All guest rooms in the inn are equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, some units at The City Hotel also feature a city view. At the accommodation the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels.

Everyone was so friendly and made us feel like we were at home.

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8.4
Very Good
1,715 reviews
Price from
$93
per night

The Kingslodge Inn - The Inn Collection Group offers a cosy bar, a restaurant and easy access to Durham city centre. There is free parking on-site.

The comfortable bedrooms all free WiFi and tea/coffee making facilities.

Delightful hotel, very friendly staff and fantastic location in Durham. Excellent evening meal and lovely breakfast in the morning. We recommend and would definitely stay again.

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8.3
Very Good
2,302 reviews
Price from
$86
per night

Farnley Tower is situated in an elevated position, providing views over Durham Castle, Cathedral and surrounding countryside. The guest house is a prominent Victorian mansion, renowned for its architecture and gardens, with an on-site restaurant and bar, free Wi-Fi and car parking.

Farnley Tower Guesthouse is less than a 10 minutes’ walk from historic sites and river walks. There are many cafe, boutiques, galleries and museums nearby.

The best staff!!! Amazing breakfast

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8.7
Excellent
2,408 reviews
Price from
$120
per night

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  • 40Winks
    Breakfast options
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 351 reviews

    40Winks enjoys a location in Durham, 9.3 miles from Beamish Museum and 15 miles from Stadium of Light.

    Everything, Style,Staff and Breakfast all amazing.

  • York House Durham
    Breakfast options
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 95 reviews

    York House Durham in Durham provides accommodations with a garden and a bar. This bed and breakfast features free private parking, daily room service, and free Wifi.

    Super friendly , beautiful clean room. Couldn’t fault it.

  • The Kingslodge Inn - The Inn Collection Group
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,300 reviews

    The Kingslodge Inn - The Inn Collection Group offers a cozy bar, a restaurant and easy access to Durham city center. There is free parking on-site.

    Staff very friendly, conveniently located and food lovely.

  • Farnley Tower Guesthouse
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,408 reviews

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

    Large room, very comfortable bed, great choice on breakfast menu.

  • La Fattoria
    Breakfast options
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 160 reviews

    La Fattoria is a recently renovated bed and breakfast in Durham where guests can make the most of its garden and bar.

    Friendly staff, beautiful location, comfortable bed.

  • The Old School House
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 360 reviews

    Offering a garden, The Old School House offers accommodations in Durham. Featuring garden and quiet street views, this guest house also has free Wifi.

    Lovely place to stay Martin was very friendly and helpful.

  • My Way Guest House
    Breakfast options
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 176 reviews

    My Way Guest House offers accommodations in Durham, 11 miles from Beamish Museum and 17 miles from The Sage. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

    Beautiful location, very helpful and accommodating host.

  • The Avenue
    Breakfast options
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 689 reviews

    The Avenue features a shared lounge, restaurant, a bar and water sports facilities in Durham.

    Breakfast was really yummy, restaurant was excellent.

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  • Warlands Farm Guest House
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 73 reviews

    Warlands Farm Guest House is a recently renovated guest house in Durham where guests can make the most of its garden and shared lounge.

    Very clean and modern house with beautiful guest rooms

  • The Seven Stars
    Budget options available
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 575 reviews

    The Seven Stars is located in Durham, within 14 miles of Beamish Museum and 16 miles of Stadium of Light.

    Cheap and nice rooms. Quite close to Durham. Good value of money.

  • Croxdale Inn
    Budget options available
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 847 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.

    Lovely welcome friendly helpful staff. Very clean.

  • Castle View Guesthouse
    Budget options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 608 reviews

    Castle View Guesthouse enjoys a location in Durham, 15 miles from Stadium of Light and 17 miles from The Sage. This guest house features accommodations with a terrace.

    Lovely rooms. Great location close to the cathedral and city centre.

  • Three Horseshoes Inn
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 650 reviews

    The Three Horseshoes is located within 10 minutes’ drive of the beautiful city of Durham. With parts of the building over 300 years old, it still retains some quirky, original features.

    Great food. Comfy bed. Friendly & helpful staff.

  • Durham Donkey Rescue Shepherd's Hut
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 37 reviews

    Durham Donkey Rescue Shepherd's Hut is located in Durham, just 13 miles from The Sage and 13 miles from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art.

    Absolutely loved feeding the donkeys. Such a cute little hut.

  • Tudhoe Park House
    Budget options available
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 38 reviews

    Tudhoe Park House offers accommodations in Durham, 14 miles from Beamish Museum and 22 miles from Stadium of Light.

    Breakfast choices and presentation were excellent.

  • Ushaw Historic House, Chapels & Gardens
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 558 reviews

    Ushaw Historic House, Chapels & Gardens offers accommodations in Durham, 18 miles from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art and 19 miles from Theatre Royal.

    Fabulous building Interesting history Lovely staff

Great access to the city center! Check these B&Bs in Durham

  • Gilesgate Moor Hotel
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 685 reviews

    Gilesgate Moor Hotel enjoys a location in Durham, 12 miles from Beamish Museum and 14 miles from Stadium of Light. This property offers access to darts, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    Excellent value for money with a wonderful breakfast.

  • The Shoes
    Central location
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 512 reviews

    The Shoes is located in Durham, just 14 miles from Stadium of Light and 16 miles from The Sage. The 3-star bed and breakfast is 12 miles from Beamish Museum.

    It was great value for money. Staff were fantastic

  • The City Hotel
    Central location
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,715 reviews

    Located 12 miles from Beamish Museum, The City Hotel offers 3-star accommodations in Durham and has a bar. Featuring dry cleaning services, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

    Excellent location and staff pleasant and friendly

  • Victoria inn
    Central location
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 956 reviews

    Located in Durham, within 13 miles of Beamish Museum and 15 miles of Stadium of Light, Victoria inn provides accommodations with a bar and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private...

    Very friendly landlady. Great pub downstairs. Comfy room.

  • St Chad's College
    Central location
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 86 reviews

    St Chad's College in Durham provides accommodations with a garden, a terrace, and a shared lounge.

    All the staff were lovely - very friendly and helpful

  • Spacious, Durham City Retreat
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 17 reviews

    Spacious, Durham City Retreat is a recently renovated bed and breakfast in Durham where guests can make the most of its garden and shared lounge.

    Very clean and well appointed. Friendly and helpful hosts.

  • Durham Cathedral View

    Featuring stunning views over Durham Cathedral and Durham Castle, Durham Cathedral View Suites offers spacious rooms.

  • Woodland Barn
    Central location

    Woodland Barn offers accommodations in Durham, 11 miles from Beamish Museum and 16 miles from Stadium of Light. Guests can benefit from a balcony and a picnic area.

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B&Bs That Guests Love in Durham

  • Avg. price/night: $161.64
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 3,053 reviews
    Easy location for the city centre and excellent breakfast. Comfortable bed and pleasant staff. Very quiet.
    Brian
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $118.12
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 956 reviews
    Accommodation is situated above one of the last authentic traditonal pubs in the UK. Great atmosphere in the cosy pub for locals and visitors alike and decorated with antiques and serving great ales and wines. Dog friendly Very clean facilities and charming decoration in the room. Owner is on site if you need anything. Free Parking available. great location in city centre Walking distance to cathedral. great restaurants and pubs and winebars nearby
    JACQUI
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $161.14
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,408 reviews
    Lovely bed and breakfast, cozy and beautiful and quiet location walking distance to the city centre. Staff was friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay there again.
    nayra
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $185.26
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,300 reviews
    Great location for the city centre, quiet and handy car park
    Rachel
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $185.26
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,300 reviews
    Great location within a short walk of the city centre. Good parking. Quiet. Very good decor throughout - a lot of trouble had been taken to make it smart and comfortable. Very friendly helpful staff.
    Nigel
    Young couple
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 106 reviews
    Spacious, well-maintained and decorated, clean, warm, and quiet. Large comfy king-size bed (didn’t try the double in the 2nd bedroom but it looked just as good), well-equipped kitchen, lovely clean bathroom and cosy living space with a smart TV and great wifi. Great location 5 mins from the City and with private off-road parking. What more could you ask for? Would highly recommend and will definitely try and book again.
    James
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $133.16
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,608 reviews
    Lovely quiet hotel set in pretty scenery just a few miles from Durham City centre, which is easily accessible. Good sized bedroom with extra large, comfortable bed. Excellent breakfast in the morning. Very friendly helpful staff. Excellent value for money.
    Penny
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $102.58
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 176 reviews
    great host’s, very friendly, helpful and attentive, the property was very clean, good parking, lovely rooms, comfortable beds and pillows, modern bathrooms, good shower, great communal kitchen and lounge area, lots of choice for continental breakfast, hot tub and sauna (pre-booking) excellent location, quiet and peaceful, lovely seating and decking area, Sun loungers in the large rear private garden good walking routes close by and a good local pub within 25 mins walk.
    Damian
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $185.26
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,300 reviews
    Very comfortable and clean rooms. All of the staff were friendly and very helpful. We loved that dogs were allowed in the restaurant too lol. Staff did all that they could to make us feel welcomed and helped in any way they could. It’s a great location in a quiet neighbourhood and also close to the city centre. We highly recommend staying here!
    Jody
    Travelers with friends
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 512 reviews
    I liked: - clean and quiet top-floor room - private secure entrance away from the pub - private external bathroom on landing - clean modern facility - friendly staff - full English breakfast - free on-street parking - a relatively short walk (20 mins) to Durham city center and university
    Joan
    Solo traveler

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