The Best County Durham Hotels

the interior of this hotel, in a Victorian building, has many striking period features; the rooms are more contemporary, with luxurious comfort

set within a magnificent 350 acre estate, just off the A1(M), a luxurious hotel, a blend of traditional and contemporary, with a wealth of facilities

enter the romantic world of an English Castle, set in beautiful parklands and overlooking the river Wear, yet within easy reach of the A1(M)

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

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

despite opening its doors in 1815, this centrally located hotel offers contemporary, well-equipped rooms and a grill restaurant and bar

mixing original character with modern comforts, this elegant, townhouse hotel boasts spacious, well-appointed rooms and a stylish restaurant

an imposing hotel, set in 15 acres of woodland on the town's outskirts, provides a relaxing ambience, good food and leisure facilities

in an ideal central location, this modern hotel features bright, well-appointed rooms with contemporary decor and offers relaxed dining

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

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

a modern hotel, situated on the banks of the River Wear and enjoying views toward Durham Cathedral, with chic, stylish bedrooms and a spa