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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 2297 feet from Durham Cathedral and Castle.

P
Patrik
From
Sweden
Excellent location and the beautiful facilities was truly special as the building character is very unique. Still the rooms and public areas are very modern and feels very safe and warm.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,069 reviews
Price from
$129.60
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 center.

J
John
From
Australia
We visited in the second month since it opened. Very convenient location as a stop over on the way North, or South and only a few minutes drive from Durham. Very clean, comfortable and excellent value for money with friendly staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,429 reviews
Price from
$83.84
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 amid mature woodlands and lakes.

A
Angela
From
United Kingdom
We had a lovely stay lovely room and enjoyed the spa
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,712 reviews
Price from
$187.65
1 night, 2 adults

Farnley Tower Guesthouse

Hotel in Durham

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

B
Bashayer
From
Kuwait
Good hotel the room is very spacious and clean and the owner is very helpful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,175 reviews
Price from
$193.91
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 features views of Durham Cathedral and Durham Castle and is located on the banks of the River Wear.

H
Hüseyin Ali
From
Turkey
Hygiene, location, service was perfect.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,344 reviews
Price from
$125.08
1 night, 2 adults

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durham

Hotel in Durham

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

D
Dan
From
United Arab Emirates
The location by the river was quality. The easiness of arriving/parking at the hotel was very good. Check in was rapid- no more that 5 minutes. Breakfast was plentiful. Location to Durham City Centre was very convenient.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5,796 reviews
Price from
$191.70
1 night, 2 adults

Bowburn Hall Hotel

Hotel in Durham

Approximately 4 mi from Durham, this small country house hotel has easy access to the A1(M) and features 19 individually styled bedrooms with attached bathroom.

M
Marina
From
United States
Lo ed the uniqueness and how friendly everyone was
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,516 reviews
Price from
$133.65
1 night, 2 adults

The Avenue

Hotel in Durham

The Avenue features a garden, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in Durham. The property is located 10 miles from Lumley Castle, 15 miles from Beamish Museum and 18 miles from Stadium of Light.

D
David
From
United Kingdom
Lovely place to stay over, great food, friendly staff, slept like a baby. Will defiantly be back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 489 reviews
Price from
$88.36
1 night, 2 adults

The Lambton Arms

Hotel in Durham

Located in Durham and with Lumley Castle reachable within 1.1 miles, The Lambton Arms provides a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 82 reviews
Price from
$114.75
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 center.

J
Jarrod
From
United States
Very attentive welcoming helpful staff all around. The food was delicious. The pub / restaurant was so warm and welcoming after a long days work.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,513 reviews
Price from
$82.62
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 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5,796 reviews

Budget hotels in Durham and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 199 reviews

The Bridge Hotel enjoys a location in Durham, 6.6 miles from Lumley Castle and 8.7 miles from Beamish Museum.

From $108 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,344 reviews

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

From $117.72 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

Located in Gilesgate and with Lumley Castle reachable within 9.5 miles, The Queens Head has a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

From $87.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 503 reviews

The Shoes is located in Durham, just 12 miles from Beamish Museum and 15 miles from Stadium of Light. The 3-star bed and breakfast is 10 miles from Lumley Castle.

From $87.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 78 reviews

Located within 4.5 miles of Lumley Castle and 7.5 miles of Beamish Museum, OYO La Spada Boutique Hotel has rooms in Durham. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel has a garden and a restaurant.

From $122.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 591 reviews

Gilesgate Moor Hotel enjoys a location in Durham, 9.4 miles from Lumley Castle and 12 miles from Beamish Museum. This property offers access to darts, free private parking, and free Wifi.

From $87.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 595 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.

From $81.41 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Providing a garden, Ushaw HillTop View- Comfortable 2-Bed Home Near University & City features accommodations in Ushaw Moor.

From $178.88 per night

Hotels located in the center of Durham

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 389 reviews

The Funky Monk offers accommodations in Durham, 6.6 miles from Lumley Castle and 8.7 miles from Beamish Museum.

From $309.83 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Cosy studio on traditional Durham street offers accommodations in Durham, 18 miles from Newcastle Train Station and 18 miles from MetroCentre.

From $181.87 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,122 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.

From $155.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 424 reviews

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

From $143.44 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5,796 reviews

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

From $175.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,175 reviews

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

From $204.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,027 reviews

Located in Durham and within 7.1 miles of Lumley Castle, The City Hotel has a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

From $168.08 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,069 reviews

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 2297 feet from Durham Cathedral and Castle.

From $232.20 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Durham and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 229 reviews

My Way Guest House offers accommodations in Durham, 8.3 miles from Lumley Castle and 11 miles from Beamish Museum. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

From $107.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 77 reviews

Offering garden views, Durham City Retreat in Durham offers accommodations and a shared lounge.

From $128.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 347 reviews

La Fattoria offers accommodations in Durham, 18 miles from The Sage and 18 miles from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art.

From $128.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,712 reviews

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

From $187.65 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,513 reviews

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

From $100.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,417 reviews

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

From $111.37 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, 1,397 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 $98.42 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,516 reviews

Approximately 4 mi from Durham, this small country house hotel has easy access to the A1(M) and features 19 individually styled bedrooms with attached bathroom.

From $133.65 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

Durham is a wonderful place to live and visit.

Durham is a wonderful place to live and visit. So much to do and see. Beamish is close by, the cathedral and river walk are beautiful. Great pubs and restaurants. Beautiful countryside. friendly people.
Guest review by
Tracy
United Kingdom
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

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From $155.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,122 reviews
the location was ideal - just a very short walk to the city centre. there was plenty of parking. staff were friendly and check-in was straightforward. the room was very clean and comfortable (only downside was that there was no electric socket near the mirror, which is the norm in hotel rooms!!), inc. hairdryer, iron/ironing board, fan. Breakfast was included and although the continental choice wasn't that great, the cooked breakfast was lovely.
Guest review by
Hodgso
United Kingdom
From $128.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 347 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 $87.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 591 reviews
Great welcome, friendly and helpful with a homely relaxed feel, and a good breakfast. Close to retail park for shops and food outlets and nearby to main road for buses etc leading into Durham City Centre.
Guest review by
Julian
United Kingdom
From $143.44 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 424 reviews
The property is close to Durham city centre and has a lovely church next door for a little walk. Also has a bar and restaurant downstairs and great they allow dogs
Guest review by
Jasmine
United Kingdom
From $117.72 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,344 reviews
A great location for the city centre, cathedral and castle. Staff were friendly, the hotel had a nice feel to it and the bed was comfortable.
Guest review by
Chris
United Kingdom