The Best County Durham Hotels

the interior of this hotel, in a Victorian building, has many striking period features; the rooms are more contemporary, with luxurious comfort

set within a magnificent 350 acre estate, just off the A1(M), a luxurious hotel, a blend of traditional and contemporary, with a wealth of facilities

stay in stylish rooms with contemporary décor at this smart bar and lounge ideally located for exploring the Durham coast and countryside

offers stylish, well-presented rooms, most with countryside views, a relaxed and informal restaurant as well as an on site beauty salon

the rooms are chic and quirky at this well placed inn, close to the A1(M), Newcastle, the Metrocentre and Beamish are all easily reached

well positioned, countryside setting just off the A1(M) and close to the Angel of the North, family-run inn with smart rooms and hearty food

a popular inn with visitors and locals, situated 5 minutes drive from the coast, with modern, stylish rooms situated in an adjoining building

relaxing, country house style hotel, set in 20 acres of quiet grounds, offering spacious rooms, a restaurant with open fire and leisure facilities

despite opening its doors in 1815, this centrally located hotel offers contemporary, well-equipped rooms and a grill restaurant and bar

mixing original character with modern comforts, this elegant, townhouse hotel boasts spacious, well-appointed rooms and a stylish restaurant

an imposing hotel, set in 15 acres of woodland on the town's outskirts, provides a relaxing ambience, good food and leisure facilities

contemporary interiors blend with original charm at this updated, 16th century manor house, there are stylish rooms and relaxed dining too

overlooking the Saxon church of a quiet village, this 18th century inn prides itself on its hospitality, great food and stylish modern rooms

sumptuous rooms and relaxing leisure facilities await at this 17th century, Jacobean manor house set in 26 acres of landscaped grounds

set in 24 acres of parkland, yet next door to Beamish Open Air Museum, the restored, 13th Century accommodation offers a relaxing stay

17th century inn, on historic Galgate, now providing high-quality rooms with modern décor, a relaxed restaurant and bar and beer garden

a modern hotel, situated on the banks of the River Wear and enjoying views toward Durham Cathedral, with chic, stylish bedrooms and a spa

a self-catering hostel, set amidst the natural beauty of Upper Teesdale, offering simple rooms and dormitories and shared kitchen facilities

a high quality country inn with gorgeous rooms featuring oak furniture, handmade beds and copper roll-top baths, plus a welcoming restaurant

it's just a five-minute walk to Durham Cathedral from this fine inn, with its Victorian character retained in the high quality rooms and cosy bar

characterful Victorian mansion, offering shipshape, traditionally styled rooms, some with impressive views, and an Indian restaurant and bar

the country pub prides itself on its seasonal dishes sourced from local produce with fine views of the countryside and log fires in public rooms

in a hamlet 4 miles south of the town of Barnard Castle, enjoy the warm hospitality and superior comfort at this traditional Georgian farmhouse

this pretty 18th Century guesthouse is chic and comfortable, breakfast is a major event here and there is an extensive choice offered

the traditional inn offering a welcoming atmosphere, is situated close to the A68 and Derwent Water and is ideally located for outdoor pursuits

elegant, beautifully presented Victorian manor providing sumptuous rooms, a comfy lounge and hearty breakfasts and evening meals

modern, spacious, 2-bedroomed apartments that sleep up to 4, complete with well-equipped kitchens and just 2 miles from the town centre

set in quiet countryside on the edge of the village and offers spacious rooms and a cooked breakfast that is taken around a large kitchen table