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Hotel Indigo - Durham by IHG
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 1312 feet from Durham Cathedral and Castle.
Super 8 by Wyndham 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.
Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf & Spa
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.
Farnley Tower Guesthouse
Farnley Tower is located in an elevated position, providing views over Durham Castle, Cathedral and surrounding countryside.
Delta Hotels by Marriott Durham Royal County
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.
Radisson Blu Hotel, 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.
Bowburn Hall Hotel
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.
The Cartologist
Located in Durham, The Cartologist has a garden, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.
St John's College
Located in Durham and within 7.5 miles of Lumley Castle, St John's College features a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.
Honest Lawyer Hotel
In scenic Croxdale, the Honest Lawyer Hotel is a pet-friendly hotel just 5 minutes’ drive from Durham center.
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very Good - What previous guests thought, 322 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Durham
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,188 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Durham
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,556 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Durham
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 1,621 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Durham
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,199 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Durham
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 2,221 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Durham
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,905 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Durham
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,510 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Durham
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,091 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Durham
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5,816 reviews
Budget hotels in Durham and nearby
The Queens Head
Hotel in GilesgateCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 6.0Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 4 reviewsLocated in Gilesgate and within 9.5 miles of Lumley Castle, The Queens Head has a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.
Gilesgate Moor Hotel
Hotel in DurhamCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Excellent - What previous guests thought, 639 reviewsGilesgate 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.
The Old School House
Hotel in DurhamCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 578 reviewsOffering a garden, The Old School House offers accommodations in Durham. Featuring garden and quiet street views, this guest house also has free Wifi.
The Avenue
Hotel in DurhamCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Excellent - What previous guests thought, 539 reviewsThe Avenue enjoys a location in Durham, 18 miles from Stadium of Light and 19 miles from The Sage. 10 miles from Lumley Castle and 15 miles from Beamish Museum, the property offers a bar and a shared...
Honest Lawyer Hotel
Hotel in DurhamCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 1,621 reviewsIn scenic Croxdale, the Honest Lawyer Hotel is a pet-friendly hotel just 5 minutes’ drive from Durham center.
61 Durham
Hotel in DurhamCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,549 reviewsA 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.
Croxdale Inn
Hotel in DurhamCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 7.4Good - What previous guests thought, 678 reviewsLess 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.
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 617 reviews
Featuring a garden, restaurant, bar and free WiFi, Three Horseshoes Leamside is located in Houghton le Spring, 3.6 miles from Lumley Castle and 8.7 miles from Beamish Museum.
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Radisson Blu Hotel, Durham
Hotel in DurhamBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5,816 reviewsJust 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.
Farnley Tower Guesthouse
Hotel in DurhamBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,188 reviewsFarnley Tower is located in an elevated position, providing views over Durham Castle, Cathedral and surrounding countryside.
Delta Hotels by Marriott Durham Royal County
Hotel in DurhamBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,510 reviewsCentrally 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.
Hotel Indigo - Durham by IHG
Hotel in DurhamBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,199 reviewsCentrally 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 1312 feet from Durham Cathedral and Castle.
OYO The Townhouse
Hotel in DurhamBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 7.1Good - What previous guests thought, 506 reviewsOYO The Townhouse is set in a Grade II-Listed Georgian town house, offering individually themed rooms in Durham’s charming Old Elvet area.
My Way Guest House
Hotel in DurhamBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Excellent - What previous guests thought, 209 reviewsMy Way Guest House offers accommodations in Durham, 8.3 miles from Lumley Castle and 11 miles from Beamish Museum. This guest house provides free private parking, luggage storage space, and free Wifi.
La Fattoria
Hotel in DurhamBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 307 reviewsLa Fattoria offers accommodations in Durham, 18 miles from The Sage and 18 miles from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art.
Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf & Spa
Hotel in DurhamBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,905 reviewsRamside 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.
Hotels located in the center of Durham
The Funky Monk
Hotel in DurhamCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Excellent - What previous guests thought, 353 reviewsThe Funky Monk offers accommodations in Durham, 6.6 miles from Lumley Castle and 8.7 miles from Beamish Museum.
The Bridge Hotel
Hotel in DurhamCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 6.9Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 125 reviewsThe Bridge Hotel enjoys a location in Durham, 6.6 miles from Lumley Castle and 8.7 miles from Beamish Museum.
The Cartologist
Hotel in DurhamCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very Good - What previous guests thought, 322 reviewsLocated in Durham, The Cartologist has a garden, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.
Victoria inn
Hotel in DurhamCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Excellent - What previous guests thought, 932 reviewsLocated in Durham, within 7.4 miles of Lumley Castle and 13 miles of Beamish Museum, Victoria inn provides accommodations with a bar and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private...
Duplex 3 Bedroom Flat, Central Durham
Hotel in DurhamCentral locationDuplex 3 Bedroom Flat, Central Durham is located in Durham, just 7.6 miles from Lumley Castle and 13 miles from Beamish Museum.
OYO La Spada Boutique Hotel
Hotel in DurhamCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 6.3Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 55 reviewsLocated 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.
The Seven Stars
Hotel in DurhamCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 669 reviewsLocated in Durham and with Lumley Castle reachable within 8.7 miles, The Seven Stars has a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.
Bannatyne Hotel Durham
Hotel in DurhamCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 2,221 reviewsThis hotel offers free Wi-Fi, and is just off the A1 motorway next door to the Bannatyne Health Club.
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:
- 10.0
Durham is beautiful .
Durham is beautiful . It is old and has stone buildings and cobbled streets with much pedestrianisation . It has a river which is live and has swans and herons right in the town centre with walks along it out into the countryside - there are lots of green areas and trees . The castle and Cathedral are stunning. Durham seems to have a culture of community and friendliness with nice diversity - hope this continues despite Reform getting elected , hope they won't be there for long - there are all kinds of cafes available , people are happy to stop and chat, there is a market place and weekly open air markets in the square . The library and cinema are central - lot of streets and different areas to explore , bridges , sports areas - a nice mix of students and locals make it a lively atmosphere in a nice way .The Miners' Gala happens in July and I hope to get to it next year as it is a huge event for the whole city .Guest review byHeatherUnited Kingdom - 10.0
A small, quiet city.
A small, quiet city. Architecture is nice; paths along the river are nice; the city is perfect for everyone who enjoys walking in the evening and who prefers to stay far away from a crowd. There were some semi-drunk people, but it happens.Guest review byMaksymSwitzerland - 10.0
My favourite city since childhood.
My favourite city since childhood. Anyone who hasn't visited the historic city are missing out on one of the most beautiful cities in the UK. Small but a delight.which will be a memory of a lifetime.Guest review byWilliamUnited Kingdom - 10.0
Visit to Durham Castle is rather misleading.
Visit to Durham Castle is rather misleading. Students occupy the Motte! Park & ride buses are very welcome. Riverside walks are wonderful and relatively flat. Durham Cathedral is a must visit. Beamish is a must visit - lots to see. Hadrian's Wall at Chesters Fort - not too far away. Rivers Tyne, Derwent and Wear are very attractive. A visit to the moors is very quiet, yet scenic.Guest review byChrisUnited Kingdom - 10.0
Lovely friendly place. plenty of cafe/Bistro places to eat...
Lovely friendly place. plenty of cafe/Bistro places to eat in or take away. Cathedral is a great place to explore. Don't agree with having to pay £8 to see the Magna Carta, this outprices most families. lovely walk down by the river.Guest review byLindaUnited Kingdom - 10.0
A surprising little gem!
A surprising little gem! The city is quite small but boasts a stunning cathedral and fascinating castle. People here are friendly and there are many independent shops, cafes, restaurants and pubs. You can walk along the river or hire a rowing boat. A lovely place to spend a full day.Guest review byRebecca
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- From $142.67 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very Good - What previous guests thought, 322 reviewsThis was a great choice. We were meeting friends for a meal in Durham and, although the Cartologist is a mile or so from the city centre, it was easy to find, comfortable, friendly, and the room had everything we needed. There was no breakfast available in the morning, but the coffee shop was open for drinks and cake, so we were well served. Above all, the staff were all friendly and helpful. There was just enough on-site car parking so we didn't have to worry about paying for roadside parking in the morning.Guest review bySteve_SUnited Kingdom
- From $217.53 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,188 reviewsRoom was spacious, clean & beds were superb. Had a great nights sleep after a long day. Breakfast was enough to carry us through the day. The location was quiet, but close enough to walk into the city centre - be aware Durham is built on 'hills', it is s steep 'hill' to the hotel from Durham centre - that is probably the case anywhere from the centre. Anna was a brilliant host, always cheerful & helpful - as were all the staff.Guest review byGrahamUnited Kingdom
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 522 reviewsI enjoyed my stay at the Shoes, the staff were warm and welcoming, my room was large and comfortable. The breakfasts were excellent and the overall cost of my stay was very good value given the proximity to Durham city centre. The Shoe is in a great spot for Durham city centre, there is a bus stop within yards and it’s a very quick and easy walk into the town centre.Guest review byAnonymousUnited Kingdom
- From $100.30 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 1,621 reviewsSuper convenient for Durham city centre and a very clean and well run hotel with great staff and a lovely breakfast in a bright and airy dining roomGuest review byMarkUnited Kingdom
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,199 reviewsLove this Hotel. Have stayed here three times when visiting Durham. Centrally located and 5 mins from the city centre.Guest review byIanUnited Kingdom
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