Where To Stay In Durham, England - Updated 2024

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Veidehi
Veidehi 
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Top hotels, cozy vacation rentals, and Inns. We’ve prepared a list of carefully curated accommodations to make your journey perfect in Durham, UK.

Durham is a historic city in North-East England that lies on the River Wear. Durham is visited by tourists who like to explore medieval history, UNESCO sites and architectural gems of England. The city is surrounded by beautiful parks, iconic landmarks, remarkable museums and plenty of historic sites.

Read on to learn about where to stay in Durham:

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 04, 2024.

1. Radisson Blu Hotel (from USD 193)

Radisson Blu hotel is located within walking distance from the city centre, Durham Castle and Durham rail station. This property also offers splendid views of Durham Cathedral. The spacious rooms of Radisson Blu feature stylish decor, flat-screen TVs, a large work space, laptop safe, a fridge, tea-coffee facilities and a private washroom.

In addition, the hotel sports a bar, Collage Restaurant and modern health club with free WiFi. You can either relax in the Lime House Spa treatment rooms, or hit the Pace health club for sauna, steam, gym and swimming. Dine at Collage Restaurant, to taste authentic British cuisine and signature dishes. Another reason to stay here is that this hotel is situated on the banks of the River Wear.

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Radisson Blu Hotel, Durham

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Frankland Lane
796 meters (0.5 ft) from Durham Cathedral

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Sauna Fitness centre

2. Three Horseshoes Inn (from USD 88)

The Three Horseshoes is located at a 10 minute drive from Durham. This 300 year old hotel retains its essence and unconventional attributes. This beautiful country inn features cosy rooms, with double-glazed windows, TVs, tea-coffee facilities and incredible views of the countryside.

Dine at their timber-framed restaurant, followed by a visit to their well-stocked cellar. Begin your day with the hotel’s delicious breakfast spread and unwind at the bar that serves a range of drinks. Stay here and explore the historic city of Durham, along-with Norman Castle, that is famous for the filming of Harry Potter.

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Three Horseshoes Inn

Address: Running Waters/Sherburn House
5.83 km (3.7 mi) from Durham Cathedral

Physical distancing in dining areas First aid kit available Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay Breakfast takeaway containers Non-smoking rooms Parking Mobile app for room service On-site parking

3. The Old Mill (from USD 104)

The Old Mill is a traditional English hotel, featuring incredible food all day long. The aesthetic rooms sport en suite washrooms, along-with a telephone, TV, hair dryer and tea-coffee facilities. Dine in the large dining room, and choose from Old Mill’s diverse European and English menu. The mezzanine balcony offers great views, while the bar is full of alcoves that create a warm atmosphere. Durham Cathedral, Angel of The North and Newcastle are within a 30 minute drive.

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The Old Mill

Wifi Available

Address: Metal Bridge
7.6 km (4.8 mi) from Durham Cathedral

Parking Restaurant Meeting/banquet facilities Bar Non-smoking rooms Free parking Internet services WiFi Available

4. Burnhopeside Hall (from USD 157)

Burnhopeside Hall is located in Lanchester. The hall exclusively features a barbecue, along-with splendid garden views. The accommodation in Burnhopeside Hall includes flat-screen TVs, seating, a dining area and kitchen with an oven and microwave. The terrace is the best place to enjoy a morning coffee, or a mid-night drink.

Burnhopeside Hall also offers billiards, free WiFi, private parking and packed lunches. In fact, this is the perfect accommodation for those who like hiking and fishing. You can reach Newcastle International Airport in 30 minutes from Burnhopeside Hall.

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Burnhopeside Hall

Wifi Available

Address: Durham Road
9.57 km (6.0 mi) from Durham Cathedral

Parking Pets allowed Room service Non-smoking rooms Fishing Free parking Internet services Billiards

5. Park Farm Hotel (from USD 92)

The 18th-century Park Farm Hotel is located near Gateshead and the famous Angel of the North. It is rural accommodation with breakfast, run by a family. The farm offers on-site parking, free WiFi and spacious modern rooms with en suite bathrooms. The rooms include a desk, complimentary toiletries, a TV with satellite, a seating area, hairdryer and tea-coffee facilities. The farm organizes buffet breakfast in the rustic dining room, that includes yoghurts, fresh fruit, and cooked food. In addition, this bed and breakfast property is close to Newcastle, Intu-Metro centre, the castle, shops and restaurants.

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Park Farm

Wifi Available

Address: Banesley Lane
16.58 km (10.3 mi) from Durham Cathedral

Parking Tennis court Garden Terrace Non-smoking rooms Fishing Free parking Internet services

6. The Old Powerhouse Cottage (from 71 USD)

The Old Powerhouse is a cosy conversion in landscaped grounds. This fully furnished property features 1 double bedroom, 1 compact room with bunks, a well-equipped kitchen and a sitting room with dining and electric fire. In addition, the dining area flaunts a drop leaf table with folding chairs. The Old Powerhouse is an ideal place for families, friends or couples to enjoy beautiful countryside or Durham city’s amazing coastlines.

The Old Powerhouse

Price: from 71 USD

Number of Guests: 4

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7. Hall Farm Cottage, Crook County (from 120 USD)

Hall Farm Cottage is a 500 year old barn conversion offering uninterrupted countryside views. This 1 bedroom 1 bathroom cottage allows you to enjoy the private patio and the hot tub! Hall Farm Cottage is a rich haven for wildlife, country walks, fishing and cycle tracks. It is also the ultimate gateway to Weardale, Durham and Tees Dale, Raby Castle, Bowes Museum, Killhope, Beamish and Shildon. Also visit the Hadrians Wall, Keilder Water, Northumberland Coast and the Lake District. There are also a few shops, restaurants and bars in the vicinity.

Hall Farm Cottage

Price: from 120 USD

Number of Guests: 2

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8. Lumley Castle Hotel (from USD 111)

Lumley Castle Hotel is surrounded by parklands overlooking River Wear and County Cricket Ground. This magnificent spectacle is close to Durham, Newcastle and Sunderland. In fact, the iconic Lumley Castle is a symbol of chivalry in reality! The hotel features 74 luxurious en suite rooms, with modern facilities and complimentary Wi-Fi. Dine in the Black Knight restaurant, that offers diverse cuisine and a 3-course menu. Lumley Castle is one of the best Durham hotels in UK. Blended with high-end modern facilities, experience a stay in this historic hotel to create a unique travel memory.

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Lumley Castle Hotel

Wifi Available

Address: Chester-Le-Street
9.02 km (5.7 mi) from Durham Cathedral

Parking Restaurant Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Golf course (within 3 km) Garden Non-smoking rooms

Enjoy a peaceful vacation in Durham

Durham’s heritage, food, iconic landmarks, museums, rivers and coastline are worth experiencing. Whether you are planning a weekend getaway or a family trip, these 8 hotels will make your stay worthwhile. You will enjoy the indoors, just as much as you will relish the outdoors.

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
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Veidehi, also known as Krazy Butterfly, is a multi-award-winning travel writer and explorer who likes to write about destinations, diverse cultures and cuisines that bring everyone together.

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