The Best County Durham Hotels

impressive country estate of 375 acres comprising of an 18th-century manor house and modern lodges and boasting outstanding facilities

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

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

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

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 refurbished country hotel in a quiet location, has a relaxing restaurant serving classic dishes with a modern twist and cosy well-designed rooms

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

offering a friendly, relaxed environment, this elegant restaurant provides tastefully decorated rooms, quality food and drink and is near the A1(M)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Enjoy a cup of tea on your terrace at this comfortable,chic homestay on the edge of the Durham Dales

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