This charming Inn-style residence is conveniently located just over ten minutes’ walk from Durham city centre. Inside the hotel, guests can make use of a cosy bar and separate restaurant serving food from morning to evening. Guest rooms are comfortably furnished and feature tea/coffee-making facilities and free WiFi. Notable nearby attractions include Flass Vale Nature Reserve, which is directly next door to the hotel. For guests arriving by train, Durham Rail Station is a short walk away.

Situated in the quaint village of Croxdale, a few minutes’ drive from central Durham, this affordable 3-star hotel is ideal for guests who enjoy a rural setting. Amenities include a restaurant, bar and sun terrace offering al fresco dining. Guest rooms are designed in a modern style and feature a TV, work desk, private bathroom and free WiFi. The hotel also offers free on-site parking. The stunning Durham Cathedral and Castle are 5 minutes away by car.

Also located a few miles outside the centre of Durham, Bowburn Hall is a quintessential country house hotel that is surprisingly affordable given its impressive setting amid 5 acres of landscaped gardens and woodland. The hotel enjoys an intimate feel, with just 19 individually styled guest rooms, each with private bathrooms. There’s a popular on-site eatery, the Conservatory Restaurant, which offers evening meals. For guests arriving in their own transport, there’s also free parking for around 100 cars. A number of regional attractions and places of interest, including Sedgefield and Gosforth Park Racecourse, the Beamish Museum, Weardale and Teesdale, are all within easy driving distance.