Durham

Travel Guide

Durham
Durham
Photo by Brian Thompson
Photo by Ian  Hall
Photo by Ian  Hall

Where to stay in Durham

Pity Me

While Pity Me might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Crook Hall and Gardens and Gala Theatre Durham.

Pity Me
Dusk at Brasside fishery near Durham

Brasside

While Brasside isn't home to many top sights, Crook Hall and Gardens and Finchale Priory are some notable places to visit nearby.

Brasside
Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

4 out of 5
Carrville Durham England
The price is SAR 4,179 per night from Jan 20 to Jan 21
SAR 4,179
SAR 5,015 total
20 Jan - 21 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Durham. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
What a wonderful stay. I highly recommend Ramside hall for a getaway. Excellent spa and views.

Reviewed on 5 January 2026

Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa
Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

4 out of 5
Old Elvet Durham England
The price is SAR 291 per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
SAR 291
SAR 350 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Durham. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Fabulous stay, very clean and friendly staff.

Reviewed on 11 January 2026

Delta Hotels Durham Royal County
Radisson BLU Hotel Durham

Radisson BLU Hotel Durham

4 out of 5
Frankland Lane Durham England
The price is SAR 365 per night from Jan 22 to Jan 23
SAR 365
SAR 438 total
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Durham. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Everything from the check in staff to the breakfast made was all great

Reviewed on 11 January 2026

Radisson BLU Hotel Durham
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Durham City Cottages

Durham City Cottages

2 out of 5
Brandon Lane Durham England
Stay at this cottage in Durham. Enjoy free parking, housekeeping, and a bar/lounge. Popular attractions Brancepeth Castle Golf Club and Oriental Museum are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (385 reviews)
Stayed for 3 nights over New Year...was absolute bliss. Late booking and the communication was brilliant to get it sorted. Cottage was immaculate throughout with everything we needed. Perfect location for walks, and yet only 5 minutes from shops and Durham centre Will be returning again for sure...thank ...

Reviewed on 2 January 2026

Durham City Cottages
White House Cottages

White House Cottages

3.5 out of 5
The White House Durham England
Stay at this cottage in Durham. Enjoy free parking, a computer station, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Brancepeth Castle Golf Club and Oriental Museum ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (39 reviews)
Handy location to Durham and countryside. Clean cozy and friendly clear communications. Nice touch to have some supplies available on arrival. Felt unclear where to park as other locals parked up but I’m sure it would have been clear should I have asked.

Reviewed on 11 September 2025

White House Cottages
Orchard Cottage

Orchard Cottage

3.5 out of 5
Durham England
Book a stay at this golf cottage in Durham. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Durham Botanic Garden and Oriental Museum ...
Orchard Cottage
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Durham

4.7
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 72%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 24%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 4%
2 - Disappointing
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Durham has wonderful history and is a beautiful area.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Rich in history. Easily done in one day. Quite a few empty stores. Per one of the locals “town is dying.”

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Crook Hall and Gardens is lovely.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Wonderful manageable city. The Cathedral is a wonder of Romanesque architecture and the riverine setting and walks along the the embankment are tranquil and spectacular. The city is a bit hilly but that ads to its charm.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Nice town. We've stayed in Durham several times.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Loved this quaint, friendly, and stress free city.