The Best County Durham Hotels

recommended hotels and other accommodation throughout County Durham


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The Morritt Hotel

Greta Bridge

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a traditional and peaceful coaching inn with relaxing spa facilities, an elegant restaurant and stylish rooms, just 10 miles from Scotch Corner

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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

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an idyllic country house - dates from the 17th century - set in walled gardens amidst rolling farmland with a luxury spa and golf course

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

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a historic and characterful building, set in 18 tranquil acres, a short drive from the A1, offering good dining choices and well-appointed rooms

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

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

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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

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

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

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 Quirky Quarry

Middleton-in-Teesdale

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this picturesque cottage with four acres of grounds, in scenic Teesdale countryside, offers a rustic idyll in elegant rooms or a shepherd's hut

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a beautiful old farmhouse - Grade II listed - in a peaceful location, has charming beamed rooms and breakfast hampers delivered each morning

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a cottage style barn conversion offering a peaceful rural haven, a secure cycle store, plenty of outdoor spaces to sit and relax and on-site fishing

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experience life on a working farm at this delightful B&B, offering cosy, en-suite rooms and generous breakfasts, ideal for Weardale heritage railway