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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 700 metres from Durham Cathedral and Castle....

K
Keeley
From
Zambia
Loved the conversion from the university building into the hotel. Amazing so much of the original building had been kept. It was beautiful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,146 reviews
Price from
US$118.56
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 centre.

C
Cansu
From
Turkey
The room was very clean and comfortable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,227 reviews
Price from
US$83.66
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 amidst mature woodlands and lakes.

D
Daniel
From
Malta
We were blown away by the high level of professionalism by all members of staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,833 reviews
Price from
US$232.94
1 night, 2 adults

Farnley Tower Guesthouse

Hotel in Durham

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

f
f
From
United States
staff were wonderful. breakfast was amazing.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,179 reviews
Price from
US$193.52
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 boasts views of Durham Cathedral and Durham Castle and is situated on the banks of the River Wear.

A
AHMED
From
Oman
All services , location, rooms clean, very good breakfast
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,426 reviews
Price from
US$124.82
1 night, 2 adults

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durham

Hotel in 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.

B
Beverley
From
Isle of Man
It had parking and centrally located for what we wanted.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,815 reviews
Price from
US$188.62
1 night, 2 adults

Bowburn Hall Hotel

Hotel in Durham

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.

M
Mahsa
From
Iran
I liked the room with the bathtub. It was good! Staff are very friendly. Foods are good. The restaurant was very good, but for breakfast, they have limited items.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,533 reviews
Price from
US$133.38
1 night, 2 adults

The Cartologist

Hotel in Durham

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

M
Mary-Ann
From
United Kingdom
The room was clean and comfortable. The staff were helpful and friendly. We actually enjoyed the uphill walk back from the city centre... Helped to burn some calories!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 365 reviews
Price from
US$143.15
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 centre.

c
carole
From
United Kingdom
Easy bus into Durham. Easy parking. Good restaurant.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,556 reviews
Price from
US$82.45
1 night, 2 adults

Bannatyne Hotel Durham

Hotel in Durham

This hotel offers free Wi-Fi, and is just off the A1 motorway next door to the Bannatyne Health Club.

J
Jennifer
From
Ireland
clean, comfy and lovely staff!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,190 reviews
Price from
US$118.56
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Durham

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 365 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Durham

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,179 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Durham

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,556 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Durham

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,533 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Durham

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,146 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Durham

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,426 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Durham

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,190 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Durham

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,227 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Durham

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,833 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Durham

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,815 reviews

Best hotels with breakfast in Durham and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,151 reviews

    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.

    From US$168.41 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,815 reviews

    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.

    From US$168.41 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,179 reviews

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

    From US$203.70 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,426 reviews

    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.

    From US$147.73 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,146 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 700 metres from Durham Cathedral and Castle.

    From US$250.59 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 214 reviews

    Located 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$117.78 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 627 reviews

    Gilesgate 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$87.57 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 593 reviews

    Set in Durham and within 13 km of Lumley Castle, The Old School House features a garden, allergy-free rooms, and free WiFi.

    From US$81.24 per night

Hotels located in the centre of Durham

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 370 reviews

    Set 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$309.19 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 155 reviews

    The 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$107.78 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 365 reviews

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

    From US$143.15 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,033 reviews

    Set in Durham and within 12 km of Lumley Castle, The City Hotel has a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

    From US$130.01 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 928 reviews

    Located 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$133.38 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Nook Cottage, a property with a garden, is situated in Durham, 13 km from Beamish Museum, 22 km from The Glasshouse International Centre for Music, as well as 22 km from Baltic Centre for Contemporary...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews

    Located 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$131.04 per night
  • Shepherds Hut at The Old School House, a property with a garden, is set in Durham, 13 km from Lumley Castle, 17 km from Beamish Museum, as well as 27 km from Stadium of Light.

    From US$88.51 per night

Budget hotels in Durham and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

    Set in Gilesgate and within 15 km of Lumley Castle, The Queens Head has a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

    From US$87.57 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 529 reviews

    The Avenue, a property with a garden, a bar and a shared lounge, is set in Durham, 15 km from Lumley Castle, 24 km from Beamish Museum, as well as 29 km from Stadium of Light.

    From US$97 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,556 reviews

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

    From US$88.51 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,510 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 US$151.57 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 641 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.

    From US$76.79 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 653 reviews

    Boasting a garden, restaurant, bar and free WiFi, Three Horseshoes Leamside is set in Houghton le Spring, 5.8 km from Lumley Castle and 14 km from Beamish Museum.

    From US$102.39 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,227 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 centre.

    From US$95.79 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 184 reviews

    Warlands Farm Guest House, a property with a garden and a shared lounge, is situated in Durham, 9 km from Beamish Museum, 10 km from Lumley Castle, as well as 22 km from The Glasshouse International...

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

    Much of the city is geared towards students but we found at...

    Much of the city is geared towards students but we found at least two good restaurants - the Turkish one and the Italian above it. Beamish was well worth the visit. The first day, we could not gain access to the cathedral because it was matriculation day for the university - but well worth going the second day. Unfortunately, access to the castle is limited to going with a tour on certain days, since it is also a living university college.
    Guest review by
    Jeffery
    United Kingdom
  • 10.0

    History, education and great coffee.

    History, education and great coffee. The centre of Durham is lovely, so are the outskirts, if you are driving then there is plenty of parking and it is signed GPS helps you to find what you are looking for.
    Guest review by
    Christine
    New Zealand
  • 2.0

    We loved Durham but the Townhouse -the property we booked...

    We loved Durham but the Townhouse -the property we booked and paid for through booking.com had shut down. So this was a very stressful start to our stay. We had to find and pay for alternative accommodation out of town as all hotels were booked. Now I cannot get through to anyone from booking.com to get a refund as their help centre is hopeless
    Guest review by
    John
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0

    Durham city has some obvious highlights like the cathedral,...

    Durham city has some obvious highlights like the cathedral, but we preferred the more intimate National Trust Crook Hall Garden near the city centre. Park and Ride buses essential, don't bring a car in. Beamish Open Air Museum is half an hour north. We spent 7 hours there and still missed lots of it. Tickets are expensive for one day but cover 12 months so we'll be back. Shildon Locomotion Museum (NRM) is great for railway fans. Bleak high villages to the west then open moorland we didn't have time to explore. Remnants of England's industrial history everywhere if you look for them.
    Guest review by
    David
    United Kingdom
  • 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 by
    Mike
    United 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 by
    Mrs A
    United Kingdom

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  • From US$203.70 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,179 reviews
    Tradional 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 by
    Captain Paul Gorman
    United Kingdom
  • From US$250.59 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,146 reviews
    We booked the hotel for one night , as we were at an offers open day st Durham University. We arrived just in time for a delicious super at the restaurant on site . The food was really very good , the staff & atmosphere fabulous. We had fun !
    Guest review by
    Lisa
    United Kingdom
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 69 reviews
    Lovely house, spacious for a family of four and very clean. Easy parking at the front of the property, reasonably short journey to Durham city centre (~20 mins).
    Guest review by
    TDZ
    United Kingdom
  • From US$133.38 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 928 reviews
    The location is great and close to both Durham city centre and Durham University. It's also quiet.
    Guest review by
    Leasa Z
    Switzerland
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
    Easy access to Durham city centre. Parking was excellent on adjacent street.
    Guest review by
    Peter
    United Kingdom