Rockliffe Hall Hotel
Hurworth-on-Tees
impressive country estate of 375 acres comprising of an 18th-century manor house and modern lodges and boasting outstanding facilities
South Causey Inn
Stanley
close to Beamish Museum, a unique place offering luxurious rooms and suites, a country feel pub, cocktail bar, restaurant and an antique barn
Thomas Wright House
Byers Green
offers stylish, well-presented rooms, most with countryside views, a relaxed and informal restaurant as well as an on site beauty salon
The Lord Crewe Arms
Blanchland
a former abbot's lodge packed with character, inglenook fireplaces, vaulted cellar bar, stone walls and features cosy rooms with stylish décor
Fir Tree Country Hotel
Fir Tree
a refurbished country hotel in a quiet location, has a relaxing restaurant serving classic dishes with a modern twist and cosy well-designed rooms
The Saxon Inn
Escomb
overlooking the Saxon church of a quiet village, this 18th century inn prides itself on its hospitality, great food and stylish modern rooms
Ancient Unicorn
Bowes
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
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 Punch Bowl
Craghead
a traditional inn set in a hilltop village, close to Beamish Museum, with easy road access to Durham and Newcastle; rooms are well-presented
The County
Aycliffe Village
offering a friendly, relaxed environment, this elegant restaurant provides tastefully decorated rooms, quality food and drink and is near the A1(M)
Oak Tree Inn
Tantobie
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 Red Lion Hotel
Chester-le-Street
between Durham and Chester-le-Street, well-placed to explore Durham, the Durham Dales and Beamish, a welcoming former coaching inn
The Old Post Office
Lanchester
this pretty 18th Century guesthouse is chic and comfortable, breakfast is a major event here and there is an extensive choice offered
The Anchor Inn
Whittonstall
in a small hamlet on the border between Northumberland and Durham, a period inn, with comfortable rooms, that is well placed for touring
The Royal Oak
Cornsay Colliery
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
High Shincliffe
commended for its friendly ambience by previous guests, this traditional pub offers comfortable rooms and serves a menu of pub classics
The Black Horse Inn
Spennymoor
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
Old Coach House at The Golden Lion
St John's Chapel
enjoy the spectacular scenery around this traditional Weardale pub, offering a choice of accommodation and a relaxing and friendly bar
Highbury House
Middleton-St-George
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
a charming Victorian house in the village centre has long been providing traditional hospitality; rooms are comfy, some in the beamed attic
The Derwent Arms
Edmundbyers
the traditional inn offering a welcoming atmosphere, is situated close to the A68 and Derwent Water and is ideally located for outdoor pursuits
York House
Littletown
contemporary style and period charm combine in this fine Victorian house, dates from 1831, in quiet countryside, just 5 miles from Durham
Westgate Manor
Westgate
elegant, beautifully presented Victorian manor providing sumptuous rooms, a comfy lounge and hearty breakfasts and evening meals
My Way Guest House
Broompark
in a rustic setting, with countryside views, just a ten-minute drive from Durham centre, a refurbished house provides modern boutique rooms
Dene View
Castleside
Enjoy a cup of tea on your terrace at this comfortable,chic homestay on the edge of the Durham Dales
Starshinezzz
Trimdon Grange
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