The Best County Durham Hotels

recommended hotels and other accommodation throughout County Durham


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a Grade II listed manor house of historical interest set in 18 acres of quiet grounds; bedrooms are spacious and traditionally furnished

Bonners Lodge

West Butsfield

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in a peaceful spot on the edge of the Durham Dales yet just two ticks from the A68, rooms are beautifully presented and the hosts welcoming

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

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

The Hill

Middleton-in-Teesdale

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a beautifully presented Teesdale B&B, hosted by friendly and attentive owners who provide cosy rooms and generous home-cooked breakfasts

Highbury House

Middleton-St-George

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a spacious house in a village near Darlington, has comfortable rooms, generous communal areas, and a relaxed, help-yourself breakfast

Belvedere House

Middleton-in-Teesdale

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a charming Victorian house in the village centre has long been providing traditional hospitality; rooms are comfy, some in the beamed attic

York House

Littletown

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

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

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in a rustic setting, with countryside views, just a ten-minute drive from Durham centre, a refurbished house provides modern boutique rooms

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offers simple style rooms with few frills but comfortable and a buffet breakfast and is situated a short drive from the Durham Heritage Coast

Brunswick House

Middleton-in-Teesdale

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this stylish, award-winning guesthouse makes an ideal stopover for the Pennine Way, offering cosy rooms and home-cooked, evening meals

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just 8 miles from historic Durham, this charming, pet-friendly, Victorian house offers elegantly decorated rooms, generous full-English breakfasts