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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.

Location was great. Short walk into the historic part of town and the hotel room overlooked the river. Staff were polite and the room was very clean and comfortable.
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
5,933 reviews
Price from
£114
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.

Location. Welcome of staff
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
3,485 reviews
Price from
£91.20
1 night, 2 adults
Hotel Indigo - Durham, an IHG Hotel, 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 400 metres from Durham Cathedral and Castle....

The Hotel was Fabulous
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
2,656 reviews
Price from
£113.90
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.

No complaints about anything
Scored 7.9
7.9
Rated good
Good
2,405 reviews
Price from
£85
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.

Great breakfast
Scored 7.9
7.9
Rated good
Good
1,892 reviews
Price from
£56.70
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.

Hotel is lovely but the rooms are so hot and the little fan doesn’t do much.
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
1,611 reviews
Price from
£99
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.

very clean and modern. quite spacious room, fits family of 5!
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
449 reviews
Price from
£63
1 night, 2 adults
OYO The Townhouse, hotel in Durham

OYO The Townhouse is set in a Grade II-Listed Georgian town house, offering individually themed rooms in Durham’s charming Old Elvet area.

Good location
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
546 reviews
Price from
£217.41
1 night, 2 adults
OYO La Spada Boutique Hotel, hotel in Durham

OYO La Spada Boutique Hotel is a family-run, 250-year-old coaching inn offering 7 comfortable en suite rooms, cask ales and great-value homemade food.

We were greeted by the manager and he was very friendly and showed us to our room.
Scored 6.2
6.2
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
19 reviews
Price from
£129.20
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.

Room was clean and Shower hot and plentiful.
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very good
3,147 reviews
Price from
£149
1 night, 2 adults
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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:

  • Scored 10
    10

    a small and pretty /beautiful city with riverside walks and...

    a small and pretty /beautiful city with riverside walks and countryside surroundings easily accessed by footpaths and bridleways : stone architecture, old buildings, cobbled places , car-free centre , bike friendly , lots of diverse eating places . Friendly atmosphere , sense of community , welcoming. Open air Saturday market, indoor market too in week. The buses are cheap and plentiful and well-used . I didn't take the guided tour of the Castle but the Cathedral is open to visitors and is totally stunning -architecture and artwork and links to local community . The tower I left for others without vertigo - I expect the view is amazing . My favourite were the bridges across the river which wends its way through the city with tree reflections ,riverside walks and boat trips .
    Heather
    United Kingdom
  • Scored 10
    10

    Nostalgic, old, mysterious.

    Nostalgic, old, mysterious. An English City that is still…English. I’m Italian and I’ve been living in London for the past 20years. Let’s be honest, the Capital definitely lost is British identity, so it was so nice to see a place that still keeps it. Antonella (and Paul who is English:)
    paul
    United Kingdom
  • Scored 10
    10

    Durham is beautiful!

    Durham is beautiful! Make sure you visit the cathedral and the castle. There are ample opportunities to explore the beautiful trails around the River Wear. There are plenty of good restaurants in Durham: we are big fans of "Fat Hippo" for burgers and "Dingswaysushi" for sushi and ramen. From Durham you can also quickly reach Newcastle by train. If you have a car, you can go to beautiful castles such as Alnwick and Bamburgh, and you can visit Lindisfarne (an impressive tidal island off the northeast coast of England with the remains of a monastery). You can also go to the sites around Hadrian's Wall.
    Benedetta Luciana Sara
    Italy
  • Scored 8.0
    8.0

    The Cathedral was stunning (we had the bonus of a candle lit...

    The Cathedral was stunning (we had the bonus of a candle lit concert in the evening). Unfortunately the castle was closed due to the start of the new academic year for the universities which reduced what there was to see in the centre of the city. The centre was bustling with plenty of eating places to choose from. The Botanic Gardens were a pleasant interlude. Overall the two days were sufficient for us.
    GLYN
    United Kingdom
  • Scored 10
    10

    I love Durham.

    I love Durham. I wish I had more time to explore and will def visit again. The town is beautiful and unspoilt. I love the historical buildings that have withstood the test of time. People were really friendly and warm too. I would def say that Durham is one of the best places to visit in the UK.
    A
    Anonymous
  • Scored 10
    10

    Really lovely city it was so clean all of my friends thought...

    Really lovely city it was so clean all of my friends thought so as well,. Duke of Wellington short walk away but lovely food and staff so friendly Only a small blip the convince store was a 15 minute walk away . Apart really enjoyable
    Siobhan
    United Kingdom

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  • From £115 per night
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,952 reviews
    I spent 2 weeks at The City Hotel and really enjoyed my stay. The room was very spacious and beautifully decorated, with a large bathroom, everything in very good condition and very clean. The staff is exceptionally nice: manager and housekeeping person were always ready to help me and treated me very well. The location is perfect; right in the centre of Durham, and a short walking distance to Durham University. Wifi works well. Fully recommend.
    Isabel
    Spain
  • From £107 per night
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 5,933 reviews
    The hotel is located on the river just a short walk to the city centre. My room had lots of space and comfortable. I liked the coffee table and chair by the window in particular. The bathroom has everything you need as well as being very clean. The breakfast was really enjoyable with lots of choice. Lastly it is possible to use the spa facilities as a guest. There is a pool, sauna, steam room and jacuzzi, which is a real added bonus for a stay.
    Caroline
    United Kingdom
  • From £72 per night
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 568 reviews
    Great value, food & drink were good prices, the atmosphere was great. Richie the manager was so welcoming & a big thank you to Claire who looked after us all weekend, nothing was too much trouble for her, really friendly, king room was great, close to Durham city centre. The singer on Saturday night was so good. Can't wait to go back.
    Marie
    United Kingdom
  • Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 581 reviews
    The location was perfect, within easy walking distance of Durham City centre. The staff were friendly and helpful and made us feel welcome from our arrival. The room was lovely and breakfast was fantastic. Thanks so much for a lovely stay, we'll definitely be back in future.
    Joseph
    United Kingdom
  • Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 718 reviews
    Location was perfect for access to Durham University Open Day, could either walk 20-30mins or catch frequent public bus service from right outside the hotel. Easy stroll down to the river and beautiful countryside on doorstep. Breakfast was sufficient for the price.
    Gillian
    United Kingdom

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