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

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

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

a Grade II listed manor house of historical interest set in 18 acres of quiet grounds; bedrooms are spacious and traditionally furnished

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

located in countryside, close to the River Wear, and within a 10-minute drive of central Durham; stay in well-presented, motel style rooms

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

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

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

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

modern hotel perfectly located for an A1(M) en-route stop for the night or as a comfortable County Durham, North Yorkshire Moors exploring base

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

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

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

characterful Victorian mansion, offering shipshape, traditionally styled rooms, some with impressive views, and an Indian restaurant and bar

set within the motorway service area, this simple, basic accommodation is ideal for a journey stopover or for a touring base of the area

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

"very amiable hosts", "spot on breakfast", "all you could want from a B&B", some of the comments of recent guests at Baliol House

retains plenty of its original Victorian features in the public areas including stained glass windows, tiled floors and carved woodwork

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