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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 700 metres 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 centre.
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 amidst mature woodlands and lakes.
Farnley Tower Guesthouse
Farnley Tower is situated 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 boasts views of Durham Cathedral and Durham Castle and is situated on the banks of the River Wear.
Radisson Blu Hotel, Durham
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.
Bowburn Hall Hotel
Approximately 6.5 km from Durham, this small country house hotel has easy access to the A1(M) and features 19 individually styled en suite bedrooms.
The Cartologist
Set in Durham, The Cartologist has a garden, restaurant, bar, 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 centre.
Bannatyne Hotel Durham
This hotel offers free Wi-Fi, and is just off the A1 motorway next door to the Bannatyne Health Club.
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very good - What previous guests thought, 352 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Durham
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,551 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Durham
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,177 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Durham
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 1,582 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Durham
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,160 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Durham
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 2,216 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Durham
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,472 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Durham
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,179 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Durham
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,851 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Durham
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,814 reviews
Budget hotels in Durham and nearby
The Queens Head
Hotel in GilesgateCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 6.2Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 6 reviewsSet in Gilesgate and within 15 km 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 8.6Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 639 reviewsGilesgate 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$88.77 per nightShepherds Hut at The Old School House, a property with a garden, is set in Bearpark, 13 km from Lumley Castle, 17 km from Beamish Museum, as well as 27 km from Stadium of Light.
From US$89.72 per nightBannatyne Hotel Durham
Hotel in DurhamCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 2,216 reviewsThis hotel offers free Wi-Fi, and is just off the A1 motorway next door to the Bannatyne Health Club.
From US$135.20 per nightThe Avenue
Hotel in DurhamCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 537 reviewsFeaturing water sports facilities, bar, shared lounge and free WiFi, The Avenue is set in Durham, 15 km from Lumley Castle and 24 km from Beamish Museum.
From US$99.69 per nightHonest Lawyer Hotel
Hotel in DurhamCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 1,582 reviewsIn scenic Croxdale, the Honest Lawyer Hotel is a pet-friendly hotel just 5 minutes’ drive from Durham centre.
From US$102.01 per nightCroxdale Inn
Hotel in DurhamCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 7.4Good - What previous guests thought, 653 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.
From US$77.84 per nightYork House Durham
Hotel in DurhamCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 54 reviewsSituated in Durham and only 12 km from Lumley Castle, York House Durham features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.
From US$116.08 per night
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Radisson Blu Hotel, Durham
Hotel in DurhamBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,814 reviewsJust 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$195.29 per nightFarnley Tower Guesthouse
Hotel in DurhamBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,177 reviewsFarnley Tower is situated in an elevated position, providing views over Durham Castle, Cathedral and surrounding countryside.
From US$206.49 per nightDelta Hotels by Marriott Durham Royal County
Hotel in DurhamBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,472 reviewsCentrally 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$196.18 per nightMy Way Guest House
Hotel in DurhamBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 209 reviewsLocated in Durham and only 13 km from Lumley Castle, My Way Guest House provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.
From US$119.39 per nightLa Fattoria
Hotel in DurhamBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very good - What previous guests thought, 322 reviewsLa 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$129.74 per nightRamside Hall Hotel, Golf & Spa
Hotel in DurhamBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,851 reviewsRamside 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$183.13 per nightBowburn Hall Hotel
Hotel in DurhamBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,551 reviewsApproximately 6.5 km from Durham, this small country house hotel has easy access to the A1(M) and features 19 individually styled en suite bedrooms.
From US$135.20 per nightHighfield Hotel
Hotel in Houghton le SpringBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very good - What previous guests thought, 891 reviewsWith a convenient location, next to the A690 and just off the A1(M), the hotel offers comfortable en suite accommodation, a Thai restaurant, free Wi-Fi and free parking.
From US$113.03 per night
Hotels located in the centre of Durham
The Funky Monk
Hotel in DurhamCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 361 reviewsSet 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$313.42 per nightThe Bridge Hotel
Hotel in DurhamCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.0Good - What previous guests thought, 141 reviewsThe 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$122.91 per nightVictoria inn
Hotel in DurhamCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 925 reviewsLocated 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$163.88 per nightRosewood Cottage
Hotel in DurhamCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviewsRosewood 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$713.01 per nightOYO La Spada Boutique Hotel
Hotel in DurhamCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 6.5Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 60 reviewsLocated within 7.2 km of Lumley Castle and 12 km of Beamish Museum, OYO La Spada Boutique Hotel offers rooms in Durham. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel has a garden and a restaurant.
From US$132.83 per nightThe Seven Stars
Hotel in DurhamCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 649 reviewsSituated in Durham and with Lumley Castle reachable within 14 km, The Seven Stars features a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.
From US$162.51 per nightWhite House
Hotel in DurhamCentral locationBoasting a hot tub, White House is situated in Durham. This property offers access to a pool table, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 14 km from Lumley Castle.
From US$1,430.53 per nightElm View Retreat
Hotel in DurhamCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very good - What previous guests thought, 10 reviewsElm View Retreat is located in Durham, 19 km from Beamish Museum, 29 km from The Glasshouse International Centre for Music, and 30 km from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art.
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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
Cathedral and Castle including the exhibitions were great.
Cathedral and Castle including the exhibitions were great. An active town centre with lots of interesting shops. As a university town it has plenty and varied hospitality outlets. We were only there for two days but will definitely be back.Guest review byMikeUnited Kingdom - 10.0
A reunion trip to one of my favourite places.
A reunion trip to one of my favourite places. So we loved it all. Everyone is always so friendly and it's so beautiful They have an amazing cathedral museum- new for us- very atmospheric layout with a copy of Magna carta and the Library close by has a first folio Shakespeare on display now.Guest review byMrs AUnited Kingdom - 10.0
Durham is a friendly and beautiful city.
Durham is a friendly and beautiful city. The cathedral and castle are stand out attractions. There are many attractive walks to take through the cobbled streets and along the river banks. There are also plenty of good restaurants, pubs and tea and coffee shops for those looking for refreshments.Guest review byJaneUnited Kingdom - 10.0
Some in my party complained about the hills - it's hilly!
Some in my party complained about the hills - it's hilly! Enjoy the views that brings! Large pedestrianised areas make walking round the centre shops and alleyways a pleasure. The castle and cathedral peninsular is great for the majestic church and leafy walks by the river, but the castle is student accommodation, not tourist site, so enjoy the sight of it, but usually only from outside. The city has the buzz a student population bring.Guest review byStephenUnited Kingdom - 10.0
Durham is a hidden treasure.
Durham is a hidden treasure. The Cathedral is absolutely amazing and the guides are very informative. It is an easy city to walk and has lots to see. The walk along the river is a must do to take in the views of the cathedral from the banks of the River Weir.Guest review byMartin - 10.0
Durham is a stunning city with wonderful historical...
Durham is a stunning city with wonderful historical buildings, decent shopping and stunning nature all around and within the city. Walk as much as you can - you will find secret passageways up and down to the cathedral and castle , and serene walks around the meander of the river. There are great places to eat and drink. The botanic gardens and the nearby woods are beautiful. The Cathedral is stunning. Pop into the covered market for unique stalls, including an LGBTQ+ bookshop, and a reasonable cafe on the mezzanine level. A longer walk up the hill will take you to the Oriental Museum, which is a gem. You will also see lots of the university buildings, which might inspire any younger members of your party. The people are generally very friendly and welcoming, despite the odd Reform voter expressing their vaguely veiled racism. If you have time to travel around the area, Durham is a great base to visit the incredible Beamish Museum or Bishop Auckland with its stunning Faith museum, and a lovely Vintage cafe near the excellent Spanish Gallery. Fish and chips on the seafront at Seaham is also a treat.Guest review byDavidUnited Kingdom
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- From US$206.49 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,177 reviewsTradional hotel 10 minutes from the train station 10 minutes from the city centre located at top of a hill with great views of the city with outside garden for my dog. After lots of research, the only decent dog friendly hotel in Durham City. Stayed for two nights was in the area to get a new passport which is also only 15 minutes from the hotel to durham passport office.Guest review byCaptain Paul GormanUnited Kingdom
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very good - What previous guests thought, 525 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 US$159.10 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,035 reviewsThe main selling point of this hotel is it’s brilliant location in Durham city centre with a clean comfortable bed and boasting a large room and bathroom.Guest review byKevinUnited Kingdom
- From US$196.18 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,472 reviewsA 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 byChrisUnited Kingdom
- From US$195.29 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,814 reviewsProfessional staff. Very clean hotel. Close proximity to city centre. Good facilities.Guest review byParkesUnited Kingdom
