The Best County Durham Hotels

located in countryside, close to the River Wear, and within a 10-minute drive of central Durham; stay in well-presented, motel style rooms

a former abbot's lodge packed with character, inglenook fireplaces, vaulted cellar bar, stone walls and features cosy rooms with stylish décor

modern hotel perfectly located for an A1(M) en-route stop for the night or as a comfortable County Durham, North Yorkshire Moors exploring base

set in relaxing grounds, just a short drive from the A1(M); stay in sumptuous rooms, some with copper bath tubs, or garden lodges

a historic and characterful building, set in 18 tranquil acres, a short drive from the A1, offering good dining choices and well-appointed rooms

enjoy the extensive leisure facilities at this charming 15th-century house, set in extensive parkland on the edge of town, an ideal A1(M) stopover

close to the River Tees, in a pretty village setting, a traditional hotel - dating from 1835 - combining period features with modern décor

a charming English manor house, in the centre of the village, boasting extensive leisure facilities, a wealth of history and friendly, attentive staff

just a 15 minute drive from historic Durham, this comfortable and well-appointed hotel offers a warm, friendly welcome and spacious, airy rooms

set within the motorway service area, this simple, basic accommodation is ideal for a journey stopover or for a touring base of the area

a former coaching inn, offering extensive leisure facilities, airy rooms and an informal restaurant, making an ideal stopover en-route to Scotland