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

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

boasts an excellent location surrounded by woodland yet within a 10 minute walk of the city centre; rooms are modern and well-appointed

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

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

offers simple, but comfortable, rooms, a traditional bar with wood and stone-panelling, beer garden and an on-site, Indian restaurant

a well priced inn, the focal point of the local community, offering simple accommodation above the pub and close to Beamish Open Air Museum

contemporary style and period charm combine in this fine Victorian house, dates from 1831, in quiet countryside, just 5 miles from Durham

retains plenty of its original Victorian features in the public areas including stained glass windows, tiled floors and carved woodwork