The Best County Durham Hotels

recommended hotels and other accommodation throughout County Durham


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close to Beamish Museum, a unique place offering luxurious rooms and suites, a country feel pub, cocktail bar, restaurant and an antique barn

The Bell

Horden

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

The Lambton Worm

Chester-le-Street

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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

The Old Mill

Metal Bridge

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located with easy access to the A1(M), a traditional inn with a welcoming atmosphere and a warm and intimate bar with cosy alcoves

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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

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

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

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

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400 year old, former coaching inn, located in a quiet village just off the A66 near Barnard Castle, rooms are in converted stables or the main inn

The Devonport

Middleton-on-Row

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set in a picturesque village overlooking the green and the River Tees, an updated 18th century inn with luxurious rooms and bar with open fire

The Three Horseshoes

Barnard Castle

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

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

Dalesman Hotel

Darlington

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budget friendly accommodation is provided at this ideally located pub with both the town centre and railway station a short walk away

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a traditional inn set in a hilltop village, close to Beamish Museum, with easy road access to Durham and Newcastle; rooms are well-presented

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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

The Redwell Inn

Barnard Castle

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this friendly and welcoming, traditional inn offers cosy bedrooms, hearty, cooked breakfasts, making an ideal base for exploring Teesdale

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

The Cricketers Arms

Barnard Castle

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on the historic high street of this pretty market town and offers homely rooms and a popular bar hosting regular entertainment and live music

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

The Lambton Arms

Chester-le-Street

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in the heart of town, close to public transport links, spacious rooms above an updated, sociable bar that serves a menu of classic pub food

The Red Lion Hotel

Chester-le-Street

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between Durham and Chester-le-Street, well-placed to explore Durham, the Durham Dales and Beamish, a welcoming former coaching inn

The Manor House Inn

Carterway Heads

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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

Three Horseshoes Inn

Running Waters

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set amidst open countryside on the A181 4 miles from Durham's historic centre; stay in well-appointed rooms and dine from a traditional menu

High Force Hotel

Forest-in-Teesdale

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an historic coaching inn set amidst the spectacular scenery of Upper Teesdale next to England's biggest waterfall; an ideal country escape

The Anchor Inn

Whittonstall

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in a small hamlet on the border between Northumberland and Durham, a period inn, with comfortable rooms, that is well placed for touring

The Old Well Inn

Barnard Castle

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dating from the 17th century, this charming inn offers cosy, traditionally furnished rooms, an informal restaurant, convivial bar and beer garden

The Royal Oak

Cornsay Colliery

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the family run, traditional inn offers well priced, simple accommodation and is located in a small village a short drive from historic Durham

The Avenue Inn

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commended for its friendly ambience by previous guests, this traditional pub offers comfortable rooms and serves a menu of pub classics

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offers simple style rooms, but comfortable and good-value, above a popular bar and is situated between the city centre and A1(M)

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in a market town just 5 miles from Durham, a traditional inn with smart modern rooms and bathrooms, decorated and equipped to a high standard

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a family-run inn just over a mile from Durham Cathedral has impressed guests with the warm welcome, cosy rooms and substantial breakfast

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in Merton near the Durham Heritage Coast, a charming white-bricked cottage-style inn has smart new contemporary rooms inside

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enjoy the spectacular scenery around this traditional Weardale pub, offering a choice of accommodation and a relaxing and friendly bar

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a family-run, country inn, offering comfy, updated rooms, an informal restaurant and relaxing bar, just 20 minute's drive from historic Durham

The Chequers Inn

Dalton-on-Tees

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close to Croft Motor Racing Circuit, this homely inn provides welcoming rooms, a relaxing restaurant and a convivial bar run by friendly staff

The Tree House

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welcoming pub set on the green in a pretty village 5 miles from Durham offering a comfortable, well-equipped, first floor, 2 bedroom apartment

The City

Durham

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city centre pub offering cosy rooms that are individually decorated and great location just a 10-minute walk from the cathedral and castle

The Grey Horse

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traditional style rooms feature upstairs at this community pub whilst in the bar live sports, regular entertainment and bar meals can be enjoyed

The Derwent Arms

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

Forresters Hotel

Middleton-in-Teesdale

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enjoy home-made and locally sourced food, served in a delightful inn with a friendly atmosphere, located in a beautiful Pennine market town

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a traditional, family-run inn with modern twists, providing comfortable accommodation and food on the edge of the North Pennines AONB

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