The Best
Boutique Hotels in Durham

Bed and Breakfast. Very stylish. Lively. Great breakfast. Situated in Durham and only 21 km from Stadium of Light, York House Durham features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. It is set 22 km from Beamish Museum and offers a housekeeping service. The bed and breakfast has family rooms. The units in the bed and breakfast are fitted with a kettle. All units have a private bathroom, free toiletries and bed linen. A bar can be found on-site. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Sage Gateshead is 28 km from the bed and breakfast, while Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art is 28 km from the property. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 41 km from York House Durham. Show full description

Cool. Unique. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. 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

Hip. Charming. Great location. 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

Relaxing atmosphere. Romantic. Great views. Popular among couples. 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. There is an in-house restaurant, which serves a variety of local dishes and also offers Vegetarian and Gluten-free options. 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. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 16 km from the accommodation. Show full description

Historic property. Trendy. Great location. 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

Bed and Breakfast. Unique. Lovely property. Superb interior design. Popular among couples. Around 45 minutes’ drive from Durham and Hexham, Westgate Manor is an elegantly styled Victorian manor house with fine views of the beautiful Weardale countryside. It offers luxurious en suite rooms with free parking and WiFi. Each bedroom has a flat-screen TV, a Bluetooth speaker, seating area and tea and coffee facilities, and some include a king-size four-poster bed. All have an en suite bathroom with a shower and bath, and a hairdryer, toiletries and bathrobes are provided. The house includes a guests’ lounge with large flat-screen TV, high ceilings, large windows and a log-burner in the original fireplace. The library and dining room features floor-to-ceiling bookcases and provides an impressive location for taking morning coffee, afternoon tea or fancy a drink from the bar. You will find a selection of local micro brewery ales as well as a selection of spirits, liqueurs and wines. A full cooked breakfast is served each morning, and dinner is available by arrangement at an additional cost. Westgate Manor is around 21 miles from the town of Bishop Auckland, 30 miles from Durham Cathedral and just under 1 hour’s drive from Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Northumberland’s Kielder Forest Park and the Yorkshire Dales are both a similar distance away. Show full description

Great bar. Popular among women. 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. 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. 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. Show full description

Lively. Great bar. Great views. Built in the style of a Manor House making it one of the most distinctive hotels in Northumberland. Overlooking the Derwent Valley, this beautiful hotel is located within easy reach of Newcastle and Durham. 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. Derwent Manor is set in 20 acres of land and the interior is every bit as impressive as its exterior. 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. 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

Bed and Breakfast. Delightful property. Charming. Comfortable beds. Set within 15 km of Beamish Museum and 25 km of MetroCentre in Lanchester, Burnhopeside Hall offers accommodation with seating area. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the bed and breakfast free of charge. The property features barbecue facilities and outdoor furniture. At the bed and breakfast, some units have a private entrance, dining area, fireplace and oven. Some of the units feature a satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer. At the bed and breakfast, some units are fitted with a coffee machine and wine or champagne. You can play billiards at Burnhopeside Hall, and the area is popular for cycling and fishing. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Sage Gateshead is 29 km from the accommodation, while Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art is 29 km from the property. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 35 km from Burnhopeside Hall. Show full description

Cool. Great location. Great value. Popular among women. Boasting a garden, restaurant, bar and free WiFi, High Force Hotel is situated in Newbiggin, 25 km from Bowes Museum and 30 km from Raby Castle. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The property is non-smoking and is set 31 km from Brough Castle. All rooms at the hotel are fitted with a seating area and a TV. The rooms include a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At High Force Hotel every room has bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Newbiggin, like hiking, canoeing and cycling. Locomotion: The National Railway Museum is 45 km from High Force Hotel. The nearest airport is Teesside International Airport, 58 km from the hotel. Show full description

Resort. Beautiful. Relaxing atmosphere. Immerse yourself in our world. Live the Rockliffe life... 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. 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. Show full description

Historic. Lively. Cosy rooms. Thought to date back to the 1770s, Houndgate Townhouse provides an elegant setting for luxurious en suite accommodation in central Darlington. With a restaurant, bar and lounge, it also offers free Wi-Fi and room service. The Houndgate Townhouse restaurant offers a wide-ranging menu of tempting dishes, including brunch and afternoon tea. Rooms feature super king-size or four-poster beds and high-quality en suite facilities with bathrobes, slippers and toiletries provided. Each room has a TV, radio, hairdryer and safe. The bar serves cocktails, wines and spirits, and tea, coffee and cake during the day. Darlington lies around 24 miles south of the vibrant university city of Durham, and 37 miles from Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Around 30 minutes east of the Yorkshire Dales, the area’s attractions include the impressive Raby Castle, built in the 14th century and 25 minutes’ drive from Darlington. Show full description

Great bar. Good breakfast. Located in the heart of Sedgefield, The Pickled Parson of Sedgefield offers an onsite bar and restaurant. The accommodation features free WiFi. All rooms in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV. The rooms include a private bathroom with a shower. A buffet breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Newcastle upon Tyne is 37 km from The Pickled Parson of Sedgefield, while Durham is 16 km from the property. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 45 km from the accommodation. Whilst the Hotel is not pet friendly, we are a friendly local bar where we do permit well behaved dogs to join us. Show full description

Bed and Breakfast. Superb breakfast. Offering a garden and garden view, The Stables at the Vale is situated in Yarm, 21 km from Redcar Racecourse and 36 km from Locomotion: The National Railway Museum. It is located 37 km from Richmond Castle and offers luggage storage space. The property is non-smoking and is set 7.1 km from Middlesbrough Cathedral. The bed and breakfast has a flat-screen TV. Offering free private parking, this 5-star bed and breakfast also features free WiFi. The bed and breakfast offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service. Guests at the bed and breakfast will be able to enjoy activities in and around Yarm, like hiking. Helmsley Castle is 43 km from The Stables at the Vale. The nearest airport is Teesside International Airport, 11 km from the accommodation. Show full description

Guest House. Stylish. Great location. Comfortable beds. Popular among women. Set in Seaham, No.16 is a historic guest house that offers free WiFi, and guests can enjoy water sports facilities and a garden. The property has garden views and is 500 metres from Seaham Beach and 2.5 km from Blast Beach. The accommodation features a housekeeping service and bicycle parking for guests. At the guest house, units come with a desk, a TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. There is also a fully equipped kitchenette in some of the units equipped with a fridge. Guests at the guest house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Seaham, like cycling and fishing. Stadium of Light is 11 km from No.16, while Beamish Museum is 25 km from the property. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 40 km from the accommodation. Show full description

Great value. Featuring free WiFi, a children's playground and a terrace, Thomas Wright House offers accommodation in Byers Green. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free private parking is available on site. Certain units have a seating area where you can relax. A flat-screen TV is provided. You will find a beauty salon on site offering a range of treatments. Newcastle upon Tyne is 31 km from Thomas Wright House, while Durham is 10 km away. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 38 km from Thomas Wright House. Show full description

Inn / Guest House. Comfortable beds. 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

Lively. 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. Inside, there is free Wi-Fi access for all guests, a bar and a restaurant. 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. The restaurant also serves an extensive dinner menu in the evenings that can cater for those with specific dietary requirements. High Force Waterfall, one of the largest in Britain, is a 26-minute drive away. In the mornings, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast. 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

Great value. Approximately 6.5 km from Durham, this small country house hotel has easy access to the A1(M) and features 19 individually styled en suite bedrooms. This charming hotel has a beautiful, tranquil location in 5 acres of landscaped gardens and woodland, only 2 minutes from junction 61 of the A1(M) and just 6.5 km from the beautiful and historic city of Durham. Evening dining is available in the Conservatory Restaurant, and room service is also available. The hotel has free parking for guests’ use, with space for 100 cars. The convenient location and ample free parking makes the hotel a great base for a relaxing break or an excellent venue for conferences, exhibitions and meetings or weddings, christenings and other private functions. Bowburn Hall is within easy reach of many local attractions including Sedgefield and Gosforth Park Racecourse, the Beamish Museum, Weardale and Teesdale. Show full description

Historic. Great value. 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. 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. 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. 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