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Durham – 178 hotels and places to stay

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,149 reviews
    From
    $118
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,206 reviews
    From
    $84
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,828 reviews
    From
    $180
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,171 reviews
    From
    $193
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,465 reviews
    From
    $125
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5,819 reviews
    From
    $192
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,541 reviews
    From
    $133
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 358 reviews
    From
    $143
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,572 reviews
    From
    $82
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,204 reviews
    From
    $118
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews
    From
    $102
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews
    From
    $387
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 199 reviews
    From
    $141
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 528 reviews
    From
    $355
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 524 reviews
    From
    $188
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 263 reviews
    From
    $128
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 579 reviews
    From
    $124
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
    From
    $507
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews
    From
    $424
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
    From
    $862
    1 night, 2 adults

Most booked hotels in Durham and surrounding area in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Durham

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 358 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Durham

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,171 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Durham

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,572 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Durham

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,541 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Durham

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,149 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Durham

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,204 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Durham

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,465 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Durham

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,210 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
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Durham

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5,819 reviews

Hotels located in the center of Durham

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 367 reviews

    The Funky Monk offers accommodations in Durham, 6.6 miles from Lumley Castle and 8.7 miles from Beamish Museum.

    From $308.72 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews

    The Bridge Hotel enjoys a location in Durham, 6.6 miles from Lumley Castle and 8.7 miles from Beamish Museum.

    From $121.07 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5,819 reviews

    Just 1 mile from Durham Rail Station and city center, the Radisson Blu Durham has fantastic views of Durham Cathedral. It offers stylish rooms, free WiFi, a restaurant, bar and modern health club.

    From $156.04 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,465 reviews

    Centrally located in the historic city of Durham Delta Hotels by Marriott Durham Royal County features views of Durham Cathedral and Durham Castle and is located on the banks of the River Wear.

    From $136.07 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 924 reviews

    Located in Durham, within 7.4 miles of Lumley Castle and 13 miles of Beamish Museum, Victoria inn provides accommodations with a bar and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews

    Located within 4.5 miles of Lumley Castle and 7.5 miles of Beamish Museum, OYO La Spada Boutique Hotel has rooms in Durham. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel has a garden and a restaurant.

    From $130.84 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 642 reviews

    Located in Durham and with Lumley Castle reachable within 8.7 miles, The Seven Stars has a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

    From $117.91 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,204 reviews

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

    From $125.10 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Durham and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 326 reviews

    La Fattoria offers accommodations in Durham, 18 miles from The Sage and 18 miles from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art.

    From $127.79 per night
  • The Avenue

    Hotel in Durham
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 532 reviews

    The Avenue enjoys a location in Durham, 10 miles from Lumley Castle and 15 miles from Beamish Museum. This bed and breakfast offers free Wifi, water sports facilities, and a bar.

    From $103.58 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,572 reviews

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

    From $82.33 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, 1,516 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 $115.01 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 646 reviews

    Featuring a garden, restaurant, bar and free WiFi, Three Horseshoes Leamside is located in Houghton le Spring, 3.6 miles from Lumley Castle and 8.7 miles from Beamish Museum.

    From $115.01 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 881 reviews

    With a convenient location, next to the A690 and just off the A1(M), the hotel offers comfortable accommodations, a Thai restaurant, free Wi-Fi and free parking.

    From $113.84 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 4,802 reviews

    Within easy driving distance of Newcastle, Durham and Sunderland, the magnificent spectacle of Lumley Castle has dominated the County Durham landscape for over 630 years.

    From $115.01 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 705 reviews

    Just off exit 61 from the A1M highway, The Old Mill is a traditional English Inn offering excellent food all day and private bedrooms. Durham is just 5 miles away.

    From $131.36 per night

Budget hotels in Durham and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

    Located in Gilesgate and within 9.5 miles of Lumley Castle, The Queens Head has a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

    From $87.44 per night
  • Offering a garden, Shepherds Hut at The Old School House offers accommodations in Bearpark.

    From $88.38 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 646 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 $76.68 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews

    York House Durham enjoys a location in Durham, 7.1 miles from Lumley Castle and 13 miles from Beamish Museum. This bed and breakfast features free private parking, daily room service, and free Wifi.

    From $114.34 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 431 reviews

    The Moorings Hotel has a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Edmondsley. Offering barbecue facilities, the property is located within 2.5 miles of Beamish Museum.

    From $78.69 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 401 reviews

    Located in Lanchester, 9.4 miles from Beamish Museum, The Royal Oak provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    From $94.16 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 2.3
    Very Poor - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Grange Villas Diamond, near Chester le Street,3 Bedroom House, Sleeps 6 Guests offers accommodations in Chester-le-Street, 2 miles from Beamish Museum and 4.2 miles from Lumley Castle.

    From $198.39 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    A recently renovated vacation home, Grange Villa Amethyst 3 Bed House near Chester le Street, sleeps 6 Guests offers accommodations in Chester-le-Street.

    From $198.39 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:

  • 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
  • 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 by
    Jane
    United 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 by
    Stephen
    United Kingdom

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  • From $129.81 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,032 reviews
    Lovely stay at the City Inn Hotel, the room was spacious and clean and the bed was comfortable. The customer service was great and the staff were really helpful. Hotel was in a great location in the city centre close to restaurants.
    Guest review by
    Tracey
    United Kingdom
  • From $170.84 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,149 reviews
    Love this Hotel. Have stayed here three times when visiting Durham. Centrally located and 5 mins from the city centre.
    Guest review by
    Ian
    United Kingdom
  • From $121.07 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews
    Everything. Great wee hotel, close to the train station and city centre. Staff were very friendly. Will stay again!
    Guest review by
    Roddy
    United Kingdom
  • From $144.07 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,828 reviews
    Good location in easy taxi ride of Durham City Centre. Well equipped gym and health suite.
    Guest review by
    James
    United Kingdom
  • From $156.04 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 5,819 reviews
    Good position in Durham city centre.
    Guest review by
    Jennifer
    United Kingdom