The Best Five
Star Hotels in Durham

Resort. Delightful property. Great views. Immerse yourself in our world. Live the Rockliffe life... 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. 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. 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

Boutique hotel. Charming. Superb breakfast. Popular among couples. 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