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A list by Ella Hofer & Tim Costa. Updated March 2024.
All bedrooms have been individually decorated with historical features that reflect the original period of the Old Hall.
These luxury bedrooms have king-size beds, marble clad bathrooms with tile TVs and magnificent views over the gardens and grounds.
Complimentary Wi-Fi and the state of the art TV and audio facilities offer home from home luxury. About the hotel: Immerse yourself in our world. Live the Rockliffe life... Experience the north of England's most iconic resort destination. Set within a beautiful 365 acre estate on the County Durham and North Yorkshire border, Rockliffe Hall boasts one of the largest spas in the country, an 18 hole championship golf course and award-winning food. If you're looking for a romantic break, a stunning venue for weddings and special occasions, or an impressive place to do business, our world-class resort is the ideal destination. Set in the quiet village of Hurworth, with five-star leisure facilities at your fingertips, forget the outside world and enjoy everything our country retreat has to offer. Relax or be active, celebrate or focus on business, the choice is yours and the pleasure is all ours. Discover the treasures of Durham, the drama of the North East coastline, and the rugged beauty of the North Yorkshire moors. Home to vibrant towns, picturesque villages, gorgeous countryside and stunning coastline, we're more than just a pretty face. Get ready to explore and enjoy North East England, which is bursting with surprises! Rockliffe Hall offers the flagship Orangery restaurant with menus created by head chef Paul Nicholson.Show full description
With views of the castle, cathedral and river, this Penthouse suite features hand-carved furniture, under-floor heating, a free-standing bath and large shower and luxury toiletries. About the hotel: OYO The Townhouse is set in a Grade II-Listed Georgian town house, offering individually themed rooms in Durham’s charming Old Elvet area. Durham Cathedral and the 11th-century castle are within 10 minutes' walk. Tastefully designed interiors feature in all rooms, placed in either the 18th-century town house, garden or main house. The banks of the River Wear and Durham University Cricket Club are 150 metres away. Durham Rail Station is less than 1-mile from the property and Newcastle city centre can be reached after a 15-minute train journey.Show full description
This property has a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge/freezer and washing machine, a lounge and dining area. Free high-speed WiFi is included and guests benefit from a garden and free on site parking. About the hotel: Comprising of converted farm buildings and new purpose-built apartments, Plawsworth Hall is located in Chester-le-Street, not far from Lumley Castle. WiFi is provided throughout the properties. With views over the countryside, all properties at Plawsworth Hall Serviced Cottages and Apartments comes complete with fully equipped kitchen, and a dining/living area. There is a restaurant and bar 300 metres from the property. The property is 400 metres from the A167, which connects guests to Durham, 5.6 km away. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 25 km from the property.Show full description
This room has a staircase to the bedroom featuring luxury lounge furniture, skylight windows overlooking the Beamish Valley and an ensuite bathroom with a free-standing soaking tub and open walk-in shower. About the hotel: South Causey Inn is a family-owned hotel with a ‘country feel’ family pub, restaurant, and cocktail bar and is recognised for genuinely kind and generous service. The hotel has 60 unique bedrooms and suites, from cosy en suite rooms to themed suites with private parking, luxury hot tubs, plush interiors, waterfall showers, private gardens, copper baths, and more. The hotel is perfectly positioned to offer unique cultural experiences in an incomparable location between Durham and Newcastle Cities, whilst also embracing Northern history, with the world famous Beamish Museum, and Tanfield Railway just a stone's throw away. South Causey Inn can also provide you with a stunning country wedding, with four on-site wedding venues set in 100 acres of scenic countryside. Each venue has been individually designed with bespoke interiors, making them completely unique and stand-alone venues that can cater for ceremonies and events of all sizes.Show full description
This double room has a flat-screen TV, air conditioning and tea/coffee maker. About the hotel: Set in Sedgefield, 34 km from Beamish Museum, The Impeccable Pig offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Among the facilities at this property are room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can have a drink at the bar. At the hotel every room includes a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Rooms include a coffee machine, while certain rooms will provide you with a patio and others also provide guests with garden views. At The Impeccable Pig every room has bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers à la carte, continental or vegetarian options. Stadium of Light is 38 km from the accommodation, while Sage Gateshead is 40 km away. The nearest airport is Teesside International Airport, 24 km from The Impeccable Pig.Show full description
Rooms are 25 square metres. About the hotel: Located in Darlington and with Middlesbrough Cathedral reachable within 22 km, The Devonport provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. Locomotion: The National Railway Museum is 25 km from the inn and Raby Castle is 28 km away. Guests at the inn will be able to enjoy activities in and around Darlington, like cycling. Richmond Castle is 29 km from The Devonport, while Redcar Racecourse is 35 km away. The nearest airport is Teesside International Airport, 1 km from the accommodation.Show full description
This suite has a patio, hot tub and electric kettle. About the hotel: Set in 120 acres of parkland, Hardwick Hall Hotel lies in the heart of the beautiful County Durham countryside. Stunning views may be enjoyed across the gardens and lake. Free Wi-Fi is accessible throughout. The hotel is located just off the A1(M). Rooms are adorned with antique furnishings, including four-poster beds in some. Contemporary facilities benefit some of the rooms, including the latest digital TV systems in all. Guests will appreciate the spacious walk-in showers and huge baths. 24-hour room service and internet are available at Hardwick Hall Hotel.Show full description
This double room features a tea/coffee maker, private entrance and flat-screen TV. About the hotel: Boasting a garden and bar, Black Horse Beamish is set in Stanley, 1.8 km from Beamish Museum. Featuring a sun terrace, this property is located a near attractions such as Beamish Open Air Museum. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Gibside is 5 km away. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. All rooms have a private bathroom with a hairdryer, while certain rooms are fitted with a kitchen with a dishwasher. At Black Horse Beamish rooms come with a seating area. There is an in-house restaurant, which serves a variety of local dishes and also offers Vegetarian and Gluten-free options. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 16 km from the accommodation.Show full description
This family room features a electric kettle, air conditioning and tea/coffee maker. About the hotel: Centrally located in the historic city of Durham, Hotel Indigo Durham occupies Old Shire Hall, on Old Elvet, just 5 minutes from Durham Railway station and 400 metres from Durham Cathedral and Castle. The Hotel is close to many of the other attractions Durham city has to offer too, with the City’s popular shopping area only 5 minutes away on foot. Each bedroom is contemporary in design, taking inspiration from the Trinity - Durham Cathedral, Castle and University. You will find a mini fridge with complimentary water, large bed, rainfall shower and free toiletries. Other benefits also include a flat-screen TV and facilities for making tea and coffee. Some rooms offer a view of Durham Cathedral. Wi-Fi is free throughout the building. The onsite Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill serves signature steaks, English and French classics, while the Rotunda cocktail bar serves a selection of tasty cocktails. The daily breakfast offers à la carte and Full English options. Guests can make use of the state of the art fitness room with cardio and weight lifting equipment. The hotel also offers a meeting room, called The Council room, that can cater for private dinners, meetings and celebratory events. Durham University is only 1km from Hotel Indigo Durham. The nearest airports are Newcastle International Airport, 30km from the Hotel and Teeside International Airport, 33km from the Hotel. There is a small car park at the rear of the Hotel. There are 33 spaces. Residents are welcome to use the car park on a first come, first served basis. Spaces cannot be reserved. The car park is chargeable via the Front Desk at the Hotel.Show full description
This family room features a DVD player and electric kettle. About the hotel: In the heart of the historic market town of Barnard Castle, The Three Horseshoes Hotel is a 17th century building less than a mile from the River Tees. The elegantly designed rooms at The Three Horseshoes each include an en suite bathroom with complimentary toiletries, a flat-screen TV with a DVD player, a hairdryer, a desk and a scenic view. Inside, there is free Wi-Fi access for all guests, a bar and a restaurant. High Force Waterfall, one of the largest in Britain, is a 26-minute drive away. In the mornings, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast. The restaurant also serves an extensive dinner menu in the evenings that can cater for those with specific dietary requirements. From the hotel, Bowes Museum is a short 3-minute drive away. Raby Castle, a 14th century fortification surrounded by a 200 acre deer park, is also a 13-minute journey in the car.Show full description
Offering free toiletries, this quadruple room includes a private bathroom with a bath and a hairdryer. The quadruple room has carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a tea and coffee maker, a dining area, as well as a wardrobe. The unit has 4 beds. About the hotel: Situated in Bishop Auckland, 43 km from Beamish Museum, The Saxon Inn features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. This 4-star inn features free WiFi and a bar. The property is allergy-free and is set 46 km from Stadium of Light. At the inn, rooms are equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. At The Saxon Inn you will find a restaurant serving British cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. You can play darts at the accommodation. Sage Gateshead is 49 km from The Saxon Inn, while Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art is 49 km from the property. The nearest airport is Teesside International Airport, 32 km from the inn.Show full description
This room contains 2 single beds. All rooms have coffee/tea making facilities, a hairdryer, complimentary toiletries and flat-screen TV. About the hotel: Farnley Tower is situated in an elevated position, providing views over Durham Castle, Cathedral and surrounding countryside. The guest house is a prominent Victorian mansion, renowned for its architecture and gardens, with an on-site restaurant and bar, free Wi-Fi and car parking. All 17 bedrooms are individually designed and spacious. The restaurant and bar, Holi & Bhang, is open 7 days a week and specialises in Indian cuisine. Guest can relax in the patio area overlooking the garden. Farnley Tower Guesthouse is less than a 10 minutes’ walk from historic sites and river walks. There are many cafe, boutiques, galleries and museums nearby.Show full description
This family room features a seating area, dining area and toaster. About the hotel: Built in the style of a Manor House making it one of the most distinctive hotels in Northumberland. Most of the spacious en-suite bedrooms have timber-beamed ceilings and all have one or two double beds. For the corporate requirements or for social occasions and weddings, the hotel boasts a range of Conference and Banqueting Suites seating up to 300 guests. Overlooking the Derwent Valley, this beautiful hotel is located within easy reach of Newcastle and Durham. Derwent Manor is set in 20 acres of land and the interior is every bit as impressive as its exterior. Prego Restaurant, with its huge open fire, serves a range of English and continental cuisine in stylish surroundings, while hearty bar meals can be enjoyed in our Antler Bar and Lounge. Leisure Club with indoor pool, sauna, spa bath and fitness centre. For modern, professional and friendly service in a grand setting, any visit to Derwent Manor will be a memorable one.Show full description
This Suite has a 7ft bed, a 90-inch TV, large round free-standing copper bath, dining and seating area. About the hotel: Ramside Hall Hotel Golf & Spa is set within a 350-acre estate, featuring 2 Championship golf courses, with a combined 36 holes amidst mature woodlands and lakes. The spacious bedrooms, many with scenic views, feature elegant décor and modern bathrooms, work desks, satellite TVs with Sky and BT Sports and luxurious Elemis toiletries. There are many upgrades available, including use of a chauffeur-driven Bentley Mulsanne. The hotel boasts 4 restaurants including the award-winning Rib Room Steakhouse & Grill and Fusion with a pan-Asian menu. Pemberton’s Carvery offers traditional British cuisine throughout the day and informal dining is also available in the Clubhouse. Complimentary spa access includes access to the indoor 25-metre swimming pool, bubble pool, steam room and sauna. Access to the hydro-pool and outdoor pool is reserved for guests on spa packages and members. During busy times guests will be limited to a 1-hour time slot and guests may be allocated access on check-in. A tempting menu of Elemis treatments is available within the Spa, subject to availability. Booking is highly recommended to avoid disappointment. Just 450 yards from Junction 62 on the A1M, the hotel is just a 5-minute drive from the historic city of Durham and 25 minutes from Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Newcastle Airport is a 30-minute drive away.Show full description
This double room features a tea/coffee maker, flat-screen TV and electric kettle. About the hotel: From the moment you catch a glimpse of the wonderful 1693 Georgian façade, you know you are somewhere special. The Blackwell Grange Hotel is a stunning 17th Century mansion, which enjoys an enviable setting in the beautiful County Durham countryside. Nestled in wooded parkland on the outskirts of Darlington and located between the North Yorkshire Moors and the Pennines, yet only forty-five minutes from the historic cities of York and Newcastle, Blackwell Grange provides a sanctuary from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. After a busy day exploring the North East, or a day of hectic meetings, relax in the leisure club situated on-site at Blackwell Grange. You can enjoy a dip in the heated swimming pool, jacuzzi, or a workout in the gym – or enjoy a pre-booked treatment in our beauty salon. In Havelock's Restaurant, our experienced team have developed menus using the best fresh produce to ensure that your dining experience is second to none. Taking time to discover new dishes, savour new flavours and taste exquisite wines from around the world is is all part of the Blackwell dining experience. Every one of our talented chefs is passionate about delivering delectable dishes, with outstanding service throughout.Show full description
This spacious comes with a flat-screen TV, an iPod docking station and tea and coffee making facilities. It includes an en-suite bathroom with a bathtub and a shower.
Unfortunately none of our rooms have a view.
. About the hotel: Located in Chester-le-Street, The Lambton Worm offers en-suite bed-and-breakfast accommodation with free on-site private parking. Each room has an en-suite bathroom fitted with a shower. The B&B boasts a restaurant and a bar, as well as a 24-hour front desk and room service. Rooms at The Lambton Worm come with a flat-screen TV with Freeview channels, as well as tea and coffee making facilities. Breakfast is served every morning in the common breakfast area and British specialities are available on the property's restaurant for lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy a selection of beers, wines and ciders in the bar throughout the day. The bed and breakfast is 2.5 km from Lumley Castle. Newcastle International Airport is 20 km away.Show full description
This suite features a tea/coffee maker, electric kettle and view. About the hotel: A boutique country hotel nestled in the North East of England, 15 minutes from the magnificent city of Durham and all that it has to offer. Why not stay in our Sanctuary Suite with roll top bath and two headed shower. From 4 star accommodation and relaxed dining to exclusive use gatherings. We pride ourselves on bespoke weddings in our beautiful grounds and Venue 61. Come to eat, drink, celebrate with us — and make yourselves at home. If you are looking for somewhere to curl up and relax we have 24 modern bedrooms for your refreshing getaway. Relax into an armchair, catch up with friends over cocktails in the orangery, dine outside in our beautiful grounds or relish the laid-back atmosphere of our restaurant. 61 is our stylish, gastro restaurant. Open for Breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days a week offering a variety of locally sourced hearty dishes and homemade desserts. We start the day by serving our delicious breakfast in our Orangery. Open all day everyday for light snacks, afternoon tea, drinks, coffee or even a cheeky cocktail. Alternatively wonder through and soak up the sunshine in the garden Located just 3 miles from the historic city of Durham, our meetings and conference venue offers function spaces, free WiFi, and a range of delegate packages. Here at Sixty-One Durham, we have fantastic function spaces for your next corporate event: Venue 61 and The Garden Room. Great for productive meetings; inspired team building; motivational private dining. Venue 61 is ideal for conferences, annual general meetings, and large corporate events with space for up to 300 delegates. The Garden Room is the perfect setting for board meetings, seminars, and smaller events for up to 30 delegates.Show full description
Within easy driving distance of Newcastle, Durham and Sunderland, the magnificent spectacle of Lumley Castle has dominated the County Durham landscape for over 630 years. Surrounded by beautiful parklands overlooking the River Wear and Durham County Cricket Ground, the castle is a Grade I listed monument to a bygone age of chivalry and honour. The hotel boasts 71 luxurious and uniquely designed bedrooms – elegant drapes, four poster beds, feature baths, rooms with stunning views and complimentary Wi-Fi internet. Dine in the splendor of the newly refurbished Knights Restaurant, offering seasonal Al a Carte Menu's and an extensive selection of fine wines to complement your meal (table reservations are essential). Indulge in a sumptuous afternoon tea, relax and unwind in the also, newly refurbished Library Bar, or choose an intimate private dining experience. Lumley Castle is also the first and only historic site in the UK to have its own Escape Room – Lily of Lumley – a truly immersive and thrilling Escape experience. The hotel is ideally located to explore the North East of England and more, being just 11 miles south of Newcastle, 8.1 miles north of Durham and 12 miles west of Sunderland.Show full description
This family room features a sofa bed or extra bed, tea/coffee making facilities, a TV with mirror casting, hairdryer, in-room safe and ironing facilities. About the hotel: Just 1 mile from Durham Rail Station and city centre, the Radisson Blu Durham has fantastic views of Durham Cathedral. It offers stylish rooms, free WiFi, a restaurant, bar and modern health club. Each spacious room has a flat-screen satellite TV, laptop safe and large work space. All rooms also feature free tea and coffee and a private bathroom. The PACE Health Club has a spa bath, sauna, steam room, gym and indoor pool. Guests can also relax in one of the 5 Nu Spa treatment rooms. The Collage Restaurant offers British cuisine with a twist, and includes a range of signature dishes. The food is produced using fresh ingredients and a selection of wines are also available. The casual Lobby Bar has light meals, coffees and snacks. Located on the banks of the River Wear, this Radisson hotel is 1 mile from Durham Castle. The A1(M) motorway is 10 minutes’ drive and the Pennines are 30 minutes’ car journey.Show full description
This double room has a tea/coffee maker, sofa and electric kettle. About the hotel: Set in 24 acres of parkland just 10 miles away from the city of Durham, the Beamish Hall Country House Hotel, BW Premier Collection is a 13th-century hall that has been restored to its original splendour and is now an exclusive country house hotel. Next door to Beamish Open-Air Museum, the Beamish Hall Country House Hotel, BW Premier Collection is located 12 miles north-west of the historic city of Durham and 8 miles south-west of Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Furthermore, the famous sites of Hadrians Wall, Lindisfarne Castle, Chester Roman Fort and Hexham Abbey can also be found nearby. For a more relaxing stay you can enjoy a stroll round the extensive gardens or a round of golf on the tree-lined parkland course at Beamish Park golf club. One of the most picturesque courses in the region, it is set in a lovely verdant location with fabulous vistas across the splendid Durham countryside.Show full description
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