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Embassy Newcastle, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western
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Hotel in Gateshead · 11.50 mi from centre

7.8

 

17 reviews

With a stay at Embassy Newcastle, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western, you'll be centrally located in Gateshead, within a 10-minute drive of St. James' Park and Quayside. This hotel is 8 mi (12.9 km) from Beamish Open Air Museum and 16 mi (25.8 km) from Durham University.

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The Magnum Hotel Sunderland, Sure Hotel Collection by BW
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Hotel in Sunderland · 11.40 mi from centre

8.2

 

331 reviews

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With a stay at The Magnum Hotel Sunderland, Sure Hotel Collection by BW, you'll be centrally located in Sunderland, within a 15-minute drive of Quayside and Beamish Open Air Museum. This hotel is 11.4 mi (18.4 km) from St. James' Park and 13.9 mi (22.4 km) from Durham University.

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The Moorings Hotel
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Hotel in Edmondsley · 5.88 mi from centre

7.3

 

440 reviews

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The Moorings Hotel has a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Edmondsley. Offering barbecue facilities, the property is located within 2.5 miles of Beamish Museum. The property has room service and free WiFi.

All rooms have an electric tea pot and a private bathroom, while some rooms also offer a balcony.

You can play minigolf at the hotel, and the area is popular for hiking.

Lumley Castle is 4.5 miles from The Moorings Hotel, while Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art is 11 miles from the property. Newcastle International Airport is 17 miles away.

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The Village Inn, Murton Seaham
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Inn in Seaham · 7.56 mi from centre

8.4

 

109 reviews

With a stay at The Village Inn, Murton Seaham in Seaham, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Durham University and Hetton Lyons Country Park. This inn is 12.6 mi (20.3 km) from Beamish Open Air Museum and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Cineworld Dalton Park.

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Premier Inn Sunderland A19/A1231
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Hotel in Sunderland · 10.41 mi from centre

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With a stay at Premier Inn Sunderland A19/A1231 in Sunderland, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Quayside and Beamish Open Air Museum. This hotel is 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from St. James' Park and 12.7 mi (20.4 km) from Durham University.

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Manor House Hotel
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Hotel in Bishop Auckland · 11.63 mi from centre

8.6

 

126 reviews

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Located in Bishop Auckland, Manor House Hotel is within a 10-minute drive of Raby Castle and Auckland Castle. This spa hotel is 5.5 mi (8.9 km) from National Railway Museum at Shildon and 5.6 mi (9.1 km) from Binchester Roman Fort.

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The County
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Guest house in Newton Aycliffe · 12.44 mi from centre

9.0

 

216 reviews

Offering a bar, The County features accommodations in Newton Aycliffe. Both free Wifi and parking on-site are accessible at the guest house free of charge. The accommodation offers daily room service and a shared lounge for guests.

Rooms are equipped with a kettle, while certain rooms also offer a fully equipped kitchenette with an oven, a toaster, and a fridge. At the guest house, units are equipped with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom.

Guests may eat at the on-site restaurant, which is open for dinner and lunch.

Guests can also relax in the garden or on the sun terrace.

Lumley Castle is 24 miles from The County, while Beamish Museum is 27 miles from the property. Teesside International Airport is 11 miles away.

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Apartments Azalea Terrace
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Apartment in Sunderland · 11.37 mi from centre

8.7

 

457 reviews

Providing a garden, Apartments Azalea Terrace features accommodations in Sunderland. Featuring inner courtyard and quiet street views, this apartment also provides guests with free Wifi. The accommodation provides private check-in and check-out and bicycle parking for guests.

The units have carpeted floor and include a seating area with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen, and a private bathroom. At the apartment complex, all units include bed linen and towels.

Stadium of Light is 1.6 miles from the apartment, while Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art is 12 miles away. Newcastle International Airport is 21 miles from the property.

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Black Horse Beamish
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Inn in Stanley · 9.00 mi from centre

9.0

 

70 reviews

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Located in Stanley, Black Horse Beamish is a 3-minute drive from Beamish Wild and 6 minutes from Beamish Open Air Museum. This inn is 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from Tyne Bridge and 7.3 mi (11.7 km) from BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art.

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The Magnum Hotel Sunderland, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western
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Hotel in Sunderland · 11.34 mi from centre

7.7

 

556 reviews

The Magnum Hotel Sunderland, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western is located in Sunderland, within 2.5 miles of Stadium of Light and 10 miles of Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage space. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

All guest rooms at the hotel are equipped with a seating area, a TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a bath. All rooms feature a desk.

Guests at The Magnum Hotel Sunderland, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western can enjoy a continental breakfast.

The Sage is 10 miles from the accommodation, while Lumley Castle is 10 miles away. Newcastle International Airport is 17 miles from the property.

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Ravensworth Arms by Chef & Brewer Collection
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Inn in Gateshead · 9.54 mi from centre

8.3

 

1,036 reviews

With panoramic views of beautiful countryside, the Ravensworth Arms Hotel is a charming pub with bright, traditional rooms. Standing on the site of Clubdon Hall, it offers free Wi-Fi, 5 minutes’ drive from the A1(M).

Each room at the Ravensworth Arms Hotel includes satellite TV, free tea and coffee, and ironing facilities. All private bathrooms feature a hairdryer.

Lewis Carroll was a frequent visitor to the Ravensworth, reportedly writing part of his classic work Alice in Wonderland on one of his stays.

In the peaceful village of Lamesley, Newcastle’s center is still less than 10 minutes’ drive away from the pub. Guests have views of the famous Angel of the North sculpture, and are within 20 minutes’ drive of a range of golf courses.

The restaurant provides a varied and contemporary menu, including themed nights and meal deals during the week.

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Double rooms in relaxing, plant- filled, artsy home!
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Homestay in Tyne and Wear, Usworth · 9.86 mi from centre

8.7

 

11 reviews

Offering a garden, Double rooms in relaxing, plant- filled, artsy home! offers accommodations in Usworth. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. Outdoor seating is also available at the homestay.

All units come with a terrace, a fully equipped kitchen with a toaster and a fridge, and a shared bathroom with bath. There's also a stovetop, kitchenware, and a kettle. At the homestay, units are equipped with bed linen and towels.

Stadium of Light is 6.4 miles from Double rooms in relaxing, plant- filled, artsy home!, while Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art is 6.7 miles from the property. Newcastle International Airport is 14 miles away.

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Hardwick Arms Hotel
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Hotel in Sedgefield · 9.84 mi from centre

7.5

 

320 reviews

Located in Sedgefield and within 18 miles of Lumley Castle, Hardwick Arms Hotel features a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. This 3-star hotel offers luggage storage space. The hotel has family rooms.

At the hotel, all rooms include a closet and a flat-screen TV. At Hardwick Arms Hotel, every room is equipped with a private bathroom with a shower.

A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast is served at the property. At the accommodation you'll find a restaurant serving European cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free options can also be requested.

Beamish Museum is 21 miles from Hardwick Arms Hotel, while Stadium of Light is 24 miles away. Teesside International Airport is 15 miles from the property.

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Premier Inn Newcastle - Washington
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Hotel in Tyne and Wear, Washington · 7.67 mi from centre

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With a stay at Premier Inn Newcastle - Washington in Washington, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Beamish Open Air Museum and Durham University. This hotel is 8.5 mi (13.6 km) from Quayside and 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from St. James' Park.

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The Village Inn, Murton Seaham
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Hotel in Seaham, Murton · 7.56 mi from centre

7.9

 

472 reviews

Located in Murton and with Lumley Castle reachable within 8.4 miles, The Village Inn, Murton Seaham has a terrace, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a bar. The property is around 9.5 miles from Stadium of Light, 13 miles from Beamish Museum and 18 miles from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art. The hotel has family rooms.

Rooms are complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower, while some rooms at the hotel also have a seating area. At The Village Inn, Murton Seaham all rooms include a closet and a TV.

Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Murton, like cycling.

The Sage is 18 miles from The Village Inn, Murton Seaham, while Theatre Royal is 18 miles from the property. Newcastle International Airport is 25 miles away.

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Rooms or Entire City House 6min drive to Stadium of Light
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Holiday home in Sunderland · 11.40 mi from centre

8.1

 

135 reviews

Featuring free Wifi, private parking, and a garden, the recently renovated property Rooms or Entire City House 6min drive to Stadium of Light offers accommodations in Sunderland, 1.5 miles from Stadium of Light and 12 miles from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art. Housed in a building dating back to 1900, this vacation home is 13 miles from The Sage and 13 miles from Lumley Castle. Guests can access the vacation home via private entrance.

All units comprise a seating area with a sofa, a dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen with various cooking facilities, including an oven, a microwave, a toaster, and a fridge. Each room is fitted with a kettle, while some have a terrace. At the vacation home, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels.

Theatre Royal is 13 miles from the vacation home, while Newcastle Train Station is 13 miles from the property. Newcastle International Airport is 21 miles away.

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The Whitehouse Peterlee
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Hotel in Peterlee · 9.72 mi from centre

7.4

 

3 reviews

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With a stay at The Whitehouse Peterlee in Peterlee, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Cineworld Dalton Park and Tweddle Children's Animal Farm. This hotel is 12.8 mi (20.6 km) from Durham University and 5.3 mi (8.6 km) from Hawthorn Hive Beach.

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Premier Inn Newcastle - Team Valley
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Hotel in Gateshead · 11.61 mi from centre

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With a stay at Premier Inn Newcastle - Team Valley in Gateshead (Team Valley), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of St. James' Park and Quayside. This hotel is 8.1 mi (13 km) from Beamish Open Air Museum and 15.8 mi (25.4 km) from Durham University.

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The Ball Alley
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Bed and breakfast in Stanley · 8.35 mi from centre

9.0

 

645 reviews

The Ball Alley in Stanley provides accommodations with a garden and a bar. Both free Wifi and parking on-site are available at the bed and breakfast free of charge. Lumley Castle is 7 miles from the bed and breakfast, and The Sage is 8.3 miles away.

At the bed and breakfast, units are fitted with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. At the bed and breakfast, all units are fitted with bed linen and towels.

The bed and breakfast has a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors.

Beamish Museum is 2 miles from The Ball Alley, while MetroCentre is 6.4 miles away. Newcastle International Airport is 14 miles from the property.

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Holiday Inn Sunderland - City Centre by IHG
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Hotel in Sunderland · 11.75 mi from centre

8.9

 

1,987 reviews

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Located in Sunderland and with Roker Beach reachable within 1.6 miles, Holiday Inn Sunderland - City Centre by IHG has express check-in and check-out, allergy-free rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar. Featuring a fitness center, this 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. The property provides room service, a business center and luggage storage for guests.

At the hotel, each room includes a closet. Rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV, and some accommodations at Holiday Inn Sunderland - City Centre by IHG have a city view. The rooms will provide guests with a desk and an electric tea pot.

A buffet, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast is available at the property.

Languages spoken at the reception include Greek, English, Hindi and Polish.

Stadium of Light is a 14-minute walk from the accommodation, while Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art is 12 miles from the property. Newcastle International Airport is 20 miles away.

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Find the Best Deals on Hotels in Durham

Discover the historic city of Durham, renowned for its magnificent cathedral, cobbled streets, and rich cultural heritage. Set along the banks of the River Wear, Durham boasts a stunning medieval skyline and a thriving student population.

Whether you're exploring the grandeur of Durham Cathedral, wandering through the picturesque Durham University campus, or browsing the independent shops and cafes in the city centre, Durham offers an exciting blend of history and modernity.

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Where to Stay in Durham

Staying in the city centre offers easy access to Durham's historic landmarks, including Durham Cathedral and Durham Castle, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Hotels here cater to various budgets and preferences, making it a convenient choice for exploring the city's rich history and cultural attractions.

It’s also a good idea to opt for the city centre if you want to visit Durham for a night out. The city is a good base for an off-the-cuff weekend away with some great central bars and pubs to enjoy – quieter than Newcastle and York, but certainly not sleepy.

Booking accommodation near the River Wear provides picturesque views and the opportunity for scenic walks along the riverbanks. You'll find plenty of guesthouses in this area, perfect for those who enjoy riverside living and want to be close to nature.

For a quieter stay, you could consider booking accommodation in one of the nearby villages such as Shincliffe or Pity Me.

Located just a short drive or bus journey from Durham city centre, these villages offer a peaceful atmosphere with their charming countryside settings and traditional pubs. They’re good options if your trip is more about getting out and exploring the region on foot.

Insider Tips for Durham

  • Take a leisurely stroll along the River Wear and explore Durham's picturesque riverside. Enjoy views of the cathedral and castle from across the river, and discover hidden gems such as Prebends Bridge and Framwellgate Bridge. Pack a picnic and relax in one of the riverside parks, or hire a rowing boat or canoe to explore the river at your own pace.
  • Experience the beauty of choral music by attending Evensong at Durham Cathedral. This daily service, held in the late afternoon or early evening, features the cathedral choir singing traditional hymns and anthems in the stunning surroundings of the cathedral's nave. It's a peaceful and uplifting experience even if you aren’t particularly religious.
  • Escape the city and explore the natural beauty of the Durham Dales, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Take a scenic drive through the villages and countryside, stopping to admire stunning landscapes and ancient ruins along the way. Don't miss the chance to visit attractions like High Force Waterfall, Raby Castle, and the historic market town of Barnard Castle during your day trip.
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