Bowes Incline Hotel
Birtley
well positioned, countryside setting just off the A1(M) and close to the Angel of the North, family-run inn with smart rooms and hearty food
The Kings Lodge Inn
Durham
boasts an excellent location surrounded by woodland yet within a 10 minute walk of the city centre; rooms are modern and well-appointed
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
The Bell
Horden
stay in stylish rooms with contemporary décor at this smart bar and lounge ideally located for exploring the Durham coast and countryside
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 Lambton Worm
Chester-le-Street
the rooms are chic and quirky at this well placed inn, close to the A1(M), Newcastle, the Metrocentre and Beamish are all easily reached
The Old Mill
Metal Bridge
located with easy access to the A1(M), a traditional inn with a welcoming atmosphere and a warm and intimate bar with cosy alcoves
The Seaton Lane Inn
Seaham
a popular inn with visitors and locals, situated 5 minutes drive from the coast, with modern, stylish rooms situated in an adjoining building
The Black Horse
Stanley
a high quality country inn with gorgeous rooms featuring oak furniture, handmade beds and copper roll-top baths, plus a welcoming restaurant
The Morritt Hotel
Greta Bridge
a traditional and peaceful coaching inn with relaxing spa facilities, an elegant restaurant and stylish rooms, just 10 miles from Scotch Corner
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)
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
Victoria Inn
Durham
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
Houndgate Townhouse
Darlington
find chic and luxurious bedrooms upstairs and a seafood restaurant and wine bar on the ground floor at this character, Georgian town house
Honest Lawyer Hotel
Croxdale
located in countryside, close to the River Wear, and within a 10-minute drive of central Durham; stay in well-presented, motel style 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
The Cricketers Arms
Barnard Castle
on the historic high street of this pretty market town and offers homely rooms and a popular bar hosting regular entertainment and live music
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
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