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All units come with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a kettle, a walk-in shower, bathrobes and a desk. Units come with a private bathroom with slippers, while some rooms also feature a patio and others also feature city views. At the guest house, the units come with bed linen and towels.

Old world charm, breakfast choses, friendly staff,

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9.5
Exceptional
354 reviews
Price from
$21
per night

At the guest house, every unit is fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. At the guest house, all units are allergy-free. All units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle.

Very comfortable King room with large onsuite. Coffee tea facilities. Good selection for breakfast, excellent coffee.

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9.1
Wonderful
618 reviews
Price from
$125
per night

The Three Horseshoes is situated within 10 minutes’ drive of the beautiful city of Durham. With parts of the building over 300 years old, it still retains some quirky, original features.

A charming country inn, it offers homely accommodation and cosy rooms. Each comes with a TV and facilities for making tea and coffee, and has double-glazed windows with views of the surrounding countryside.

friendly stuff, cleanest, we have two bottles of water, cookies, teas, hot chocolate, clean towels. the room was impecable. really loved it. fabulous breakfast and meals

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9
Wonderful
651 reviews
Price from
$107
per night

Offering a garden and garden view, Durham Donkey Rescue Shepherd's Hut is set in Durham, 22 km from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art and 22 km from Utilita Arena. With free private parking, the property is 8.3 km from Beamish Museum and 21 km from MetroCentre. The property is non-smoking and is situated 22 km from Sage Gateshead.

This is such an amazing place! Lovely hosts! The location and position is just so peaceful - the hut is outstanding and soooo beautiful! But...the donkeys...WOW...just a sheer joy to be around!

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9.8
Exceptional
37 reviews
Price from
$161
per night

At the bed and breakfast, all units include a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Additional in-room amenities include chocolates or cookies. The units at the bed and breakfast are equipped with a seating area.

A warm welcome from the owners who went out of their way to make the stay enjoyable. A very comfortable, spacious and quiet room with a clean modern bathroom. A good choice for breakfast and the quality of the food was excellent. A good location to visit Durham and the surrounding area.

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9.7
Exceptional
38 reviews
Price from
$137
per night

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.

Vegan breakfast was fab. Bill and Jill are a lovely down to earth couple. Very comfortable bed and great shower.

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9.1
Wonderful
95 reviews
Price from
$138
per night

All guest rooms in the inn are equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, some units at The City Hotel also feature a city view. At the accommodation the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels.

It was beautiful and so cozy! It was unexpected because its located on top of a bar, but it was just such a lovely room, very clean, great shower, excellent location, easy check in, just perfect.

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8.4
Very Good
1,733 reviews
Price from
$94
per night

The Kingslodge Inn - The Inn Collection Group offers a cosy bar, a restaurant and easy access to Durham city centre. There is free parking on-site.

The comfortable bedrooms all free WiFi and tea/coffee making facilities.

Super property in a central location. Rooms were fabulous, breakfast was good and they were super pet friendly!

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8.3
Very Good
2,323 reviews
Price from
$87
per night

Farnley Tower is situated in an elevated position, providing views over Durham Castle, Cathedral and surrounding countryside. The guest house is a prominent Victorian mansion, renowned for its architecture and gardens, with an on-site restaurant and bar, free Wi-Fi and car parking.

Farnley Tower Guesthouse is less than a 10 minutes’ walk from historic sites and river walks. There are many cafe, boutiques, galleries and museums nearby.

lovely character home converted to guest house, great location a few minutes from town. clean and tidy, well equipped, friendly staff and great breakfast. private parking on property and nice Indian restaurant on site.

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8.7
Excellent
2,422 reviews
Price from
$136
per night

Boasting a garden and views of garden, La Fattoria is a recently renovated bed and breakfast situated in Durham, 19 km from Beamish Museum. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. Stadium of Light is 29 km from the bed and breakfast and Theatre Royal is 29 km away.

All units in the bed and breakfast are equipped with a flat-screen TV. The private bathroom is fitted with a shower. At the bed and breakfast, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels.

it was really clean and exactly what we needed for overnight trip.

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8.3
Very Good
161 reviews
Price from
$119
per night

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  • 40Winks
    Breakfast options
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 354 reviews

    40Winks enjoys a location in Durham, 9.3 miles from Beamish Museum and 15 miles from Stadium of Light.

    Everything, Style,Staff and Breakfast all amazing.

  • Castle View Guesthouse
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 618 reviews

    Castle View Guesthouse enjoys a location in Durham, 15 miles from Stadium of Light and 17 miles from The Sage. This guest house features accommodations with a terrace.

    Lovely rooms. Great location close to the cathedral and city centre.

  • Three Horseshoes Inn
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 651 reviews

    The Three Horseshoes is located within 10 minutes’ drive of the beautiful city of Durham. With parts of the building over 300 years old, it still retains some quirky, original features.

    Great food. Comfy bed. Friendly & helpful staff.

  • York House Durham
    Breakfast options
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 95 reviews

    York House Durham in Durham provides accommodations with a garden and a bar. This bed and breakfast features free private parking, daily room service, and free Wifi.

    Super friendly , beautiful clean room. Couldn’t fault it.

  • The Kingslodge Inn - The Inn Collection Group
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,323 reviews

    The Kingslodge Inn - The Inn Collection Group offers a cozy bar, a restaurant and easy access to Durham city center. There is free parking on-site.

    Staff very friendly, conveniently located and food lovely.

  • Farnley Tower Guesthouse
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,422 reviews

    Farnley Tower is located in an elevated position, providing views over Durham Castle, Cathedral and surrounding countryside.

    Large room, very comfortable bed, great choice on breakfast menu.

  • La Fattoria
    Breakfast options
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 161 reviews

    La Fattoria is a recently renovated bed and breakfast in Durham where guests can make the most of its garden and bar.

    Friendly staff, beautiful location, comfortable bed.

  • Ushaw Historic House, Chapels & Gardens
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 571 reviews

    Ushaw Historic House, Chapels & Gardens offers accommodations in Durham, 18 miles from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art and 19 miles from Theatre Royal.

    Fabulous building Interesting history Lovely staff

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  • The Shoes
    Budget options available
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 516 reviews

    The Shoes is located in Durham, just 14 miles from Stadium of Light and 16 miles from The Sage. The 3-star bed and breakfast is 12 miles from Beamish Museum.

    It was great value for money. Staff were fantastic

  • Warlands Farm Guest House
    Budget options available
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 74 reviews

    Warlands Farm Guest House is a recently renovated guest house in Durham where guests can make the most of its garden and shared lounge.

    Very clean and modern house with beautiful guest rooms

  • The Seven Stars
    Budget options available
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 584 reviews

    The Seven Stars is located in Durham, within 14 miles of Beamish Museum and 16 miles of Stadium of Light.

    Great staff, decent breakfast and a very good price.

  • Croxdale Inn
    Budget options available
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 855 reviews

    Less than 10 minutes’ drive from the historic city of Durham, the Croxdale Inn sits in the small village of Croxdale just half an hour’s drive from the wilderness of the Pennine dales.

    Lovely welcome friendly helpful staff. Very clean.

  • Spacious, Durham City Retreat
    Budget options available
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 18 reviews

    Spacious, Durham City Retreat is a recently renovated bed and breakfast in Durham where guests can make the most of its garden and shared lounge.

    Very clean and well appointed. Friendly and helpful hosts.

  • Durham Donkey Rescue Shepherd's Hut
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 37 reviews

    Durham Donkey Rescue Shepherd's Hut is located in Durham, just 13 miles from The Sage and 13 miles from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art.

    Absolutely loved feeding the donkeys. Such a cute little hut.

  • Tudhoe Park House
    Budget options available
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 38 reviews

    Tudhoe Park House offers accommodations in Durham, 14 miles from Beamish Museum and 22 miles from Stadium of Light.

    Breakfast choices and presentation were excellent.

  • The Old School House
    Budget options available
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 371 reviews

    Offering a garden, The Old School House offers accommodations in Durham. Featuring garden and quiet street views, this guest house also has free Wifi.

    Lovely place to stay Martin was very friendly and helpful.

Great access to the city center! Check these B&Bs in Durham

  • Durham Cathedral View
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1 review

    Featuring stunning views over Durham Cathedral and Durham Castle, Durham Cathedral View Suites offers spacious rooms.

  • My Way Guest House
    Central location
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 177 reviews

    My Way Guest House offers accommodations in Durham, 11 miles from Beamish Museum and 17 miles from The Sage. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

    Beautiful location, very helpful and accommodating host.

  • Gilesgate Moor Hotel
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 688 reviews

    Gilesgate Moor Hotel enjoys a location in Durham, 12 miles from Beamish Museum and 14 miles from Stadium of Light. This property offers access to darts, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    Excellent value for money with a wonderful breakfast.

  • The Avenue
    Central location
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 694 reviews

    The Avenue features a shared lounge, restaurant, a bar and water sports facilities in Durham.

    Breakfast was really yummy, restaurant was excellent.

  • The City Hotel
    Central location
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,733 reviews

    Located 12 miles from Beamish Museum, The City Hotel offers 3-star accommodations in Durham and has a bar. Featuring dry cleaning services, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

    Excellent location and staff pleasant and friendly

  • Victoria inn
    Central location
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 956 reviews

    Located in Durham, within 13 miles of Beamish Museum and 15 miles of Stadium of Light, Victoria inn provides accommodations with a bar and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private...

    Very friendly landlady. Great pub downstairs. Comfy room.

  • St Chad's College
    Central location
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 85 reviews

    St Chad's College in Durham provides accommodations with a garden, a terrace, and a shared lounge.

    All the staff were lovely - very friendly and helpful

  • Woodland Barn
    Central location

    Woodland Barn offers accommodations in Durham, 11 miles from Beamish Museum and 16 miles from Stadium of Light. Guests can benefit from a balcony and a picnic area.

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B&Bs That Guests Love in Durham

  • Avg. price/night: $301.88
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 3,071 reviews
    Easy location for the city centre and excellent breakfast. Comfortable bed and pleasant staff. Very quiet.
    Brian
    Young couple
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 956 reviews
    Accommodation is situated above one of the last authentic traditonal pubs in the UK. Great atmosphere in the cosy pub for locals and visitors alike and decorated with antiques and serving great ales and wines. Dog friendly Very clean facilities and charming decoration in the room. Owner is on site if you need anything. Free Parking available. great location in city centre Walking distance to cathedral. great restaurants and pubs and winebars nearby
    JACQUI
    Solo traveler
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,422 reviews
    Lovely bed and breakfast, cozy and beautiful and quiet location walking distance to the city centre. Staff was friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay there again.
    nayra
    Young couple
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,323 reviews
    Great location for the city centre, quiet and handy car park
    Rachel
    Young couple
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,323 reviews
    Great location within a short walk of the city centre. Good parking. Quiet. Very good decor throughout - a lot of trouble had been taken to make it smart and comfortable. Very friendly helpful staff.
    Nigel
    Young couple
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 106 reviews
    Spacious, well-maintained and decorated, clean, warm, and quiet. Large comfy king-size bed (didn’t try the double in the 2nd bedroom but it looked just as good), well-equipped kitchen, lovely clean bathroom and cosy living space with a smart TV and great wifi. Great location 5 mins from the City and with private off-road parking. What more could you ask for? Would highly recommend and will definitely try and book again.
    James
    Solo traveler
  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,619 reviews
    Lovely quiet hotel set in pretty scenery just a few miles from Durham City centre, which is easily accessible. Good sized bedroom with extra large, comfortable bed. Excellent breakfast in the morning. Very friendly helpful staff. Excellent value for money.
    Penny
    Young couple
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 177 reviews
    great host’s, very friendly, helpful and attentive, the property was very clean, good parking, lovely rooms, comfortable beds and pillows, modern bathrooms, good shower, great communal kitchen and lounge area, lots of choice for continental breakfast, hot tub and sauna (pre-booking) excellent location, quiet and peaceful, lovely seating and decking area, Sun loungers in the large rear private garden good walking routes close by and a good local pub within 25 mins walk.
    Damian
    Young couple
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,323 reviews
    Very comfortable and clean rooms. All of the staff were friendly and very helpful. We loved that dogs were allowed in the restaurant too lol. Staff did all that they could to make us feel welcomed and helped in any way they could. It’s a great location in a quiet neighbourhood and also close to the city centre. We highly recommend staying here!
    Jody
    Travelers with friends
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 516 reviews
    I liked: - clean and quiet top-floor room - private secure entrance away from the pub - private external bathroom on landing - clean modern facility - friendly staff - full English breakfast - free on-street parking - a relatively short walk (20 mins) to Durham city center and university
    Joan
    Solo traveler

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