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The 10 Best 3-Star Hotels in Durham, UK

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Set in Durham and within 20 km of Beamish Museum, The City Hotel has a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. This 3-star inn offers dry cleaning services and luggage storage space. The inn features family rooms.

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

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8.4
Very Good
1,719 reviews
Price from
$94
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.

Great service and helpful staff. We are happy with with their free breakfast. It was cosy and cleanliness was up to expectations. It was very well maintained and there were no stained carpets unlike other hotels. It was so convenient to go to Durham city and we could have all our meals here when it was dark. We spend a lot of time in the cafe / pub as it was so comfortable that it felt like home. We would definitely come back if we visit Durham.

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8.3
Very Good
2,308 reviews
Price from
$86
per night

This charming hotel has a beautiful, tranquil location in 5 acres of landscaped gardens and woodland, only 2 minutes from junction 61 of the A1(M) and just 6.5 km from the beautiful and historic city of Durham. The hotel has free parking for guests’ use, with space for 100 cars. The convenient location and ample free parking makes the hotel a great base for a relaxing break or an excellent venue for conferences, exhibitions and meetings or weddings, christenings and other private functions.

The room was beautiful. The bath was so nice. I also enjoyed dinner downstairs.

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8.2
Very Good
1,650 reviews
Price from
$94
per night

The Shoes, a property with a bar, is located in Durham, 26 km from Sage Gateshead, 26 km from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, as well as 27 km from Theatre Royal. The 3-star bed and breakfast is 23 km from Stadium of Light. The property is non-smoking and is situated 20 km from Beamish Museum.

comfortable and clean for an exceptional value! quiet for being also a pub.

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8.6
Excellent
514 reviews
Price from
$56
per night

Gilesgate Moor Hotel is set in Durham, 20 km from Beamish Museum, 23 km from Stadium of Light, as well as 26 km from Sage Gateshead. This property offers access to darts, free private parking and free WiFi. This 3-star bed and breakfast offers private entrance.

Our stay was absolutely amazing, the accommodation was super easy to get to via bus or walk, our room was very quaint, and the Brekky in the morning was amazing. My partner and I had an amazing stay and would definitely stay here again!

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8.8
Excellent
686 reviews

The spacious apartment comes with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views. Providing free private parking, this 3-star apartment also features free WiFi. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Location was good - just a short walk into town. Difficult to find initially however - the road is "restricted access" and it's initially not clear where to go. Comfortable, clean, plenty of room and pretty well equipped (but could do with a coffee maker!).

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8.8
Excellent
6 reviews
Price from
$187
per night

Located in Durham, this holiday home features a balcony with mountain views. The property features a balcony and views of the countryside and valley below.

There is an open plan kitchen with dining area and lounge with a flat-screen TV.

Such a lovely little house with the most fantastic view. It’s an upside down house so it really makes the most of the view and the sunsets.

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8.8
Excellent
29 reviews
Price from
$112
per night

In scenic Croxdale, the Honest Lawyer Hotel is a pet-friendly hotel just 5 minutes’ drive from Durham centre. With a restaurant and sun terrace, the hotel offers modern, motel-style rooms with free parking outside your room.

We got a great greeting when we first arrived and the rooms were very spacious

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7.7
Good
2,075 reviews
Price from
$85
per night

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.

Super 8 by Wyndham Durham is set within the Roadchef motorway service area at Bowburn Interchange. On site is a Costa coffee shop, a restaurant and a meeting space for up to 15 people.

the personnel was exceptionnally friendly and helpful

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7.1
Good
1,610 reviews

Budget Hayat express hotel is set in Durham, within 35 km of Sage Gateshead and 35 km of Theatre Royal. The property is around 21 km from Stadium of Light, 25 km from Beamish Museum and 34 km from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art. The hotel also offers free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service.

You can play squash at this 3-star hotel, and the area is popular for fishing.

Clean, friendly reception & great location

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6.3
Review score
191 reviews
Price from
$62
per night

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Combining comfort with value, 3-star hotels offer a wide variety of amenities to keep you happy. You can expect a private bathroom, WiFi in public areas, and dining areas with breakfast options. Plenty of chain hotels fall in this star-rating, with central locations close to popular landmarks.
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  • The Kingslodge Inn - The Inn Collection Group
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,308 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.

  • Bowburn Hall Hotel
    Breakfast options
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,650 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.

    Beautiful clean room and the iron bath tub was amazing.

  • Honest Lawyer Hotel
    Breakfast options
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,076 reviews

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

    Lovely location peaceful but close enough to Durham city

  • The Shoes
    Breakfast options
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 514 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

  • Gilesgate Moor Hotel
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 686 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.

  • Apartment 2 The Grove
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 6 reviews

    Apartment 2 The Grove is located in Durham, just 16 miles from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art and 16 miles from Theatre Royal.

  • Holiday Home Elerkin
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 29 reviews

    Located in Durham, this holiday home features a balcony with mountain views. The property features a balcony and views of the countryside and valley below.

    Facilities were good and great views over Langley Park below.

  • Super 8 by Wyndham Durham
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,610 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 center.

    Good value for money. Friendly and accommodating staff.

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  • Croxdale Inn
    Budget options available
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 848 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.

  • Budget Hayat express hotel
    Budget options available
    6.3
    Scored 6.3
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 191 reviews

    Located within 13 miles of Stadium of Light and 15 miles of Beamish Museum, Budget Hayat express hotel has rooms in Durham.

    The location was central between different areas around

  • Apartment 4 The Grove
    Budget options available
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 11 reviews

    Apartment 4 The Grove is located in Durham, just 16 miles from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art and 16 miles from Theatre Royal.

    It had all the basic requirements for a short stay

  • New Durham Courtyard
    Budget options available
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 20 reviews

    New Durham Courtyard enjoys a location in Durham, 15 miles from Stadium of Light and 16 miles from The Sage. The 3-star apartment is 12 miles from Beamish Museum.

    Great location, very spacious, great shower pressure, private free parking outside comfy beds and clean and tidy property

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3-star Hotels That Guests Love in Durham

  • Avg. price/night: $161.88
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,412 reviews
    The location was lovely, just outside of the city centre in a quiet residential area. The room was very comfortable and well equipped. The breakfast was good too. There is also an Indian restaurant on site which we used - it was one of the best Indian meals I've ever had.
    Hilary
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $74.94
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 881 reviews
    Budget friendly. Nice location - close to train station and right in the town centre. Staff were friendly and helpful. Will come again and would recommend to others.
    Nat Taylor
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $218.71
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 543 reviews
    Very friendly staff couldn't do enough for you great location very close to city centre
    L
    Lee Harker
    Young couple
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 106 reviews
    Quiet location, little bit out of city centre but good transport links and walkable. Loved the apartment, warm and cosy but plenty of space and good facilities. I felt like I could really relax there after exploring Durham and nearby places during the day. Would definitely book it again.
    Hunkin
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $286.66
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 197 reviews
    Fantastic luxurious apartment & in a superb location. Short walk to the train station & city centre. Loads of indoor space to relax. Hot tub was lovely.
    robinson
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $137.40
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,719 reviews
    Lovely room & great location. We could easily walk to the theatre & the city centre
    Christine
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $223.58
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,308 reviews
    location is great as it is near the City center, the personell was helpful and understanding
    Georg R. Pardo
    Family with young children
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 100 reviews
    Great house in a convenient location for what we wanted. Clean, great communication, close to local amenities at a good price. We will be back
    Kirsty
    Family with young children
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 686 reviews
    Lovely little friendly B&B with a great pub attached,ideal location to visit durham city centre.very clean and hosts were fab.The breakfast was one of the nicest we have had.will definitely be back for another visit soon.
    Karen
    Young couple
  • 7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,610 reviews
    Friendly helpful staff, very good price for a budget hotel, very clean and hand gel around the hotel. Good size tv and a good one.
    Anna Gierus
    Young couple

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