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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....

j
john
From
Australia
Great location lovely staff, very kindly upgraded my wife and I as it was our honeymoon
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,142 reviews
Price from
US$117.53
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.

B
Billie Jean
From
Luxembourg
Clean and comfortable. Staff were incredibly friendly and helpful from front staff to “maid” service.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,269 reviews
Price from
US$82.94
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, 2,828 reviews
Price from
US$185.64
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.

S
Susan
From
Spain
We arrived after reception had closed but a named envelope containing our room key and clear instructions for finding our room and breakfast times written on it. We had a lovely, warm, light-filled and quiet room with expansive views over the city. As it was a rainy evening and we were tired from a long journey, we were very glad to be able to use the lovely Indian restaurant on the lower ground floor. There was a great choice of dishes for breakfast the next morning. I’d happily stay here again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,183 reviews
Price from
US$191.84
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.

E
Emma
From
Ireland
The staff behind the bar were amazing two girls we didn’t get their names , one guy told us to sign up and we received free Prosecco and the guy checking us in was so helpful and left a drink and cake to the room for my friends bday
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,426 reviews
Price from
US$123.74
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.

j
jane
From
Switzerland
Location is excellent for visiting Durham city. Staff were really friendly, welcoming and helpful allowing us to check in early. There was a lovely touch, of complimentary pastries and a congratulatory note, for our son who was graduating.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,830 reviews
Price from
US$189.65
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.

H
Hannah
From
Zimbabwe
Great value for money! The hotel was just so beautiful with the exterior and interior and the rooms were great and spacious. The staff was fantastic and the food was ABSOLUTELY AMAZING.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,539 reviews
Price from
US$132.22
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.

A
Adendorff
From
South Africa
We appreciated the advice about buses into town. Both dinner and breakfast were good value. All staff were friendly. Comfortable beds.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,549 reviews
Price from
US$81.74
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.

C
Cassandra
From
South Africa
Everything thing was there what we needed..neat,clean and comfy bed..friendly receptionist...easy to get to..
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,177 reviews
Price from
US$120.20
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 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 380 reviews
Price from
US$141.90
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Durham

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 380 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Durham

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,183 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Durham

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,550 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Durham

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,142 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Durham

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,539 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Durham

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,177 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Durham

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,269 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Durham

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,828 reviews
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    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 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,827 reviews

Budget hotels in Durham and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 14 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$86.81 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 616 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$86.81 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 596 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$80.53 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 519 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$98.56 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,550 reviews

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

    From US$99.77 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 636 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$101.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,269 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$78.13 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 185 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...

    From US$86.81 per night

Hotels located in the centre of Durham

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 376 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$306.51 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 172 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$106.84 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,140 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$166.94 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,827 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$247.08 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,183 reviews

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

    From US$201.94 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$140.77 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 935 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$132.22 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    Rosewood 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.

Best hotels with breakfast in Durham and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews

    Offering a shared lounge and garden view, Durham City Retreat is set in Durham, 11 km from Lumley Castle and 18 km from Beamish Museum.

    From US$126.88 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 335 reviews

    La 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$126.88 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,828 reviews

    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.

    From US$212.35 per night
  • 61 Durham

    Hotel in Durham
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,478 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$120.20 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,539 reviews

    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.

    From US$132.22 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 669 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$101.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 861 reviews

    With 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$115.51 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 783 reviews

    The Lambton Arms in Durham provides accommodation with free WiFi, 1.7 km from Lumley Castle, 8 km from Beamish Museum and 17 km from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art.

    From US$93.49 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

    What a beautiful and under rated city!

    What a beautiful and under rated city! Absolutely fabulous historic cathedral which houses the Magna Carta! The center is amazing with shops, restaurants and beautiful medival buildings. Highly recommend
    Guest review by
    Denise
    United States
  • 10

    Durham is most beautiful city in the UK

    Durham is most beautiful city in the UK Cathedral is the best in UK and its free to enter Guided tour of the castle (£7.50) and going up the cathedral tower (£10) are well worth doing Walking by the river is also recommended. Don't miss the view of the cathedral and the old mill by the weir from the boat house near Prebends Bridge
    Guest review by
    Andrew
    United Kingdom
  • 10

    Durham City was a great place to visit.

    Durham City was a great place to visit. You can spend half a day in the Cathedral, the rest of the time wandering around the city and river, stopping to eat and drink in the great pubs. If you want to get further afield, drive to Beamish Museum, go up onto the Pennines, Visit Kielder Forest, go the coast (Lindisfarne is worth a visit), Whitby isn't that far away and the drive over the moors is great.
    Guest review by
    Kelligan
    United Kingdom
  • 10

    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

    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

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews
    Our host was attentive and thoughtful, the house was clean and very comfy with great heating and lots of hot water - very easy to park outside and just 10 mins to Durham. Great value for 4 people and we were easily able to go to Durham for the morning and afternoon, pop back to relax for an hour or so then head back to the city as the apartment was so close to the city centre - bigger than a hotel room would have been for a family of 4 and really quite perfect for us.
    Guest review by
    O'Sullivan
    United Kingdom
  • From US$140.77 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,426 reviews
    We booked the hotel for its proximity to Durham University and we were not disappointed. Within minutes, we were on the Bailey. Due to the university event, breakfast was full of parent + young person pairs and there was plenty of food and beverages. The staff was very friendly. I'll certainly be back.
    Guest review by
    Teresa
    France
  • From US$211.02 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,142 reviews
    Outstanding property with beautifully created bedrooms. Breakfast was excellent and staff were very helpful and pleasant in all areas. Sits in the centre of Durham so easy to access all the main city centre destinations. My second stay, and hope to stay there again in the future.
    Guest review by
    Edwards
    United Kingdom
  • From US$99.77 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,550 reviews
    Super 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 room
    Guest review by
    Mark
    United Kingdom
  • From US$120.20 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,478 reviews
    The location of the property was ideal - extremely close to Durham City centre, and Beamish was a short drive away.
    Guest review by
    Emma
    United Kingdom