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A chandelier with multiple bulbs and a metal frame.

A window with a view of a cathedral and trees.

A building entrance with a sign reading "FORTY" above the door, flanked by two ornate street lamps.

A leather armchair with two pillows, one with a fox design and the other with a crest, and a modern lamp with a black shade and gold accents.

1. 40 Winks

1.2 km from Durham University

Edgar

4.921.437 ₫

5.905.725 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A modern hotel interior with a dining area, a lounge with a leather sofa, and a kitchen visible in the background.

A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a tray with breakfast items, and a card.

A conference room with multiple tables and chairs, a chandelier, and large windows with curtains.

A hotel room with a shower, a door, a TV, a sofa, and a cabinet.

2. Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG

Elvet, 1.4 km from Durham University

Rebecca

2.736.052 ₫

3.283.262 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A stone building with a prominent entrance, large windows, and outdoor seating area.

A dining area with white tables and chairs, set for a meal.

A stone building with a blue entrance, a sign with 'hdi' and 'bhang', and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

A hallway with a wooden cabinet, a red carpet, and a stained glass door.

3. Farnley Tower Guesthouse

1.4 km from Durham University

David

3.919.178 ₫

4.703.013 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A spacious living area with a large window overlooking a scenic landscape, a dining area with a kitchen in the background, and comfortable seating arrangements.

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a stone wall, and a tiled roof.

A modern kitchen with blue cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

4. My Way Guest House

3.1 km from Durham University

Shaun

2.527.248 ₫

2.527.248 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A grand staircase with ornate railings and a floral arrangement, leading to a door.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a sign reading "THIS BEER", and a building with a sign that says "BREWDOG".

A dining table set for six with clear chairs, a chandelier, and a view of a building through the window.

A hotel reception area with a marble floor, wooden reception desk, and a large window.

5. Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

Elvet, 1.4 km from Durham University

John

2.338.028 ₫

2.805.633 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade and large windows, reflecting in a body of water.

A modern interior with a blue armchair, wooden shelving with decorative items, and a large window.

A modern bar area with a large tree in a planter, hanging light fixtures, and a bar counter with stools.

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a large potted tree.

6. Radisson BLU Hotel Durham

1.9 km from Durham University

Anne

2.563.248 ₫

3.075.897 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A stone building with a sign reading "ENTRANCE" and a welcoming sign above the door. There are outdoor seating areas with chairs and tables, and potted plants around.

A bar area with a counter, stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A hotel room with a neatly made bed, two bedside lamps, a framed picture of a castle, and a window with curtains.

The Kings Lodge Inn entrance with stone lion statues, a stone wall, and a paved walkway.

7. The Kingslodge Inn - The Inn Collection Group

1.7 km from Durham University

MARK

3.311.947 ₫

3.974.475 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A bedroom with a bed, a television mounted on the wall, a wooden nightstand, and a door with a bulletin board.

A white building with "The Avenue" sign, outdoor seating, and a green circular sign on the side.

A restaurant with wooden furniture, a bar area, and framed pictures on the walls.

A menu board listing cocktails and bubbles with various drink names.

8. The Avenue

2.7 km from Durham University

Andrew

2.592.049 ₫

2.592.049 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with a view.

A hotel with a parking lot, a road with directional arrows, and a green field in the background.

A dessert on a plate with a caramel sauce.

A bar area with a counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

9. Honest Lawyer Hotel

3 km from Durham University

Deborah

1.555.229 ₫

1.866.275 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

10. Travelodge Durham

Gilesgate, 2 km from Durham University

Chris

1.115.690 ₫

1.115.690 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A neatly made bed with a striped blanket and pillows, a wooden headboard, a small bedside table, and a window with curtains.

A cozy restaurant interior with red cushioned seating, a checkered floor, and a chandelier.

A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a pedestal sink, and a toilet.

A neatly made bed with white linens and two folded towels, a wooden nightstand with a tray of white cups and a red packet, and a patterned wallpaper above the bed.

11. The Queens Head

Gilesgate, 2.2 km from Durham University

Nigel

2.246.442 ₫

2.246.442 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A bedroom with a stone wall, a wooden rocking horse, a fireplace, and a window with a view.

A dining area with a wooden table and black chairs, a kitchen in the background, and exposed wooden beams on the ceiling.

A stone building with a black door, a sign reading "Farthing Cottage," and two white windows with green frames.

A cozy living room with leather sofas, a stone fireplace, a television, and wooden furniture.

12. Farthing Cottage

15.6 km from Durham University

rob

2.851.254 ₫

3.421.505 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A deck with wooden furniture and a view of a green field with cows.

A building entrance with a dark door labeled "HORSE SHOE" and two flower pots on either side.

A neatly made bed with a textured pillow and a wall-mounted lamp.

A bar with a wooden counter, shelves of bottles, and a neon sign.

13. The Three Horseshoes

5.7 km from Durham University

Denise

2.570.449 ₫

3.084.538 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a mural of a bridge, and a large window with curtains.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a round table, and a large window with curtains.

A modern room with a dining area, a window with a view, and a bar counter.

A reception area with a Costa Coffee sign, a refrigerator with beverages, and a counter with a coffee machine.

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Durham

5.2 km from Durham University

Sandra

1.123.221 ₫

1.347.865 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

An aerial view of a castle surrounded by a lush green landscape with a clear sky.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a radiator, and a window with curtains.

A cozy lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a vase with flowers.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, candle centerpieces, and a warm ambiance.

15. Lumley Castle Hotel

10.1 km from Durham University

Jane

1.892.196 ₫

2.270.635 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a window, and a painting on the wall.

A Travelodge reception area with a blue counter, a vending machine, and a fire extinguisher on the wall.

16. Travelodge Washington A1 Northbound

14.2 km from Durham University

Paula

1.077.263 ₫

1.077.263 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, each with a large umbrella.

A person cutting an egg benedict dish with a lemon slice on a plate, accompanied by a glass of orange juice and a cup of coffee.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a sofa, and a TV.

A large, white building with multiple windows and a flat roof.

17. Park Head Hotel

11.6 km from Durham University

Maureen

2.553.749 ₫

3.064.499 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A restaurant with a checkered floor, brick walls, and a variety of seating arrangements including tables and chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a desk, and a window with curtains.

An outdoor patio area with round wooden tables and chairs, a green vertical garden, and a wooden lattice fence.

A bar area with a wooden counter, shelves with bottles, and a sign indicating ordering food and drinks.

18. The Seaton Lane Inn - The Inn Collection Group

15.5 km from Durham University

MARY

2.447.931 ₫

2.937.655 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a chandelier, a leather armchair, and a view of the outdoors.

A room with a fireplace, leather chairs, a patterned carpet, and a decorative ceiling.

A luxurious bathroom with a large bathtub, a mirror, and a seating area.

A hot tub, wooden deck, a hanging chair, a stone wall, and a wooden fence.

19. The Impeccable Pig

14.8 km from Durham University

Anoushka

7.831.444 ₫

9.397.732 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A traditional building with a sign reading "The Saxon Inn." It features a stone wall, a grassy hill, and a paved road in front.

A restaurant with multiple dining areas, including a bar and a seating area with a fireplace.

A hotel reception desk with a name tag, a yellow bell, and framed awards on the wall.

A bar area with multiple taps, a pool table, and bar stools.

20. The Saxon Inn

13.7 km from Durham University

Eunice

2.592.049 ₫

3.110.458 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Durham University

Property	Property class	Guest rating
40 Winks	10.0 Exceptional 51 reviews	View
Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Farnley Tower Guesthouse	9.4 Exceptional 258 reviews	View
My Way Guest House	9.4 Exceptional 58 reviews	View
Delta Hotels Durham Royal County	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View

Hotels recommended for families near Durham University

Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG

Elvet

2.736.052 ₫

3.283.262 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

Farnley Tower Guesthouse

Durham

3.919.178 ₫

4.703.013 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

Radisson BLU Hotel Durham

Durham

2.563.248 ₫

3.075.897 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

Elvet

2.338.028 ₫

2.805.633 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements including tables and couches, a large glass partition, and a television screen mounted on the wall.

A spacious indoor area with a play area, seating, and large windows.

A gym with various exercise equipment, including treadmills and weight machines, arranged in rows.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a flat-screen TV.

Hotel Bannatyne Durham

Durham

1.555.229 ₫

1.866.275 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern house with a large glass facade, a wooden deck, and a hot tub.

A swimming pool with two people in the water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a view of a garden.

A room with wicker furniture, a large bathtub, and a mirror.

A modern, circular building with a balcony and illuminated interior lights, surrounded by trees.

Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

Durham

3.602.948 ₫

4.323.537 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

Honest Lawyer Hotel

Durham

1.555.229 ₫

1.866.275 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern living room with a grey sofa, white coffee table, and a vase of yellow flowers.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a wooden wardrobe, and a glass shower enclosure.

A compact kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island, and a dining area with white chairs.

A white building with a grey door, a window, and a small brick step leading to the door.

White House Cottages

Durham

2.736.052 ₫

3.283.262 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

Top Durham University Hotel Reviews

Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely room, lovely staff, great breakfast. Would definitely stay again."

Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, helpful staff. Good breakfast options"

40 Winks

8/10 Good

"Friendly welcome, super breakfast and excellent location"

52 Old Elvet

10/10 Excellent

"The only problem we had was our room was not cleaned when we had access at 3pm. There was some insistence on check in-time being 3pm with no wiggle room, which is fine, but then the room was filthy. Had to leave the apartment and wander around exhausted from travel and unable to check-in until after 4pm. To her credit Hannah, the building manager, tried to make it right with a partial refund. Otherwise the apartment was lovely and comfortable."

Travelodge Durham

8/10 Good

"Overall: Very nicely clean! Lovely room, bathroom & view. A bit of a hike to get to the actual room itself, but a pleasant one. Facilities: USB ports worked well for charging. No microwave/fridge available in the room I chose, although I should've inquired about this I suppose. Was able to make instant oatmeal for breakfast using the water kettle & mugs provided. Nice tea/coffee options. Didn't try the "grab-and-go" breakfast—costs extra and doesn't seem super nutritious. Careful: Wifi also costs extra after the first 30 mins you use it per 24-hour period. This was frustrating. But it also wasn't very expensive to buy access (something like £3.50 extra per 24 hours). Friendly staff, but no one was at the reception desk initially. Make sure you have cell service if you need to call them—I didn't, but got lucky since some passersby let me use their phone to call reception. Not sure if pet-friendly. Don't use a car to visit Durham. Take the train!"

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Durham Cathedral

9.6/10 (652 reviews)

Durham Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Durham, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in this culturally rich area.

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Oriental Museum

8.4/10 (7 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Oriental Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Durham. Visit the stunning cathedral and lively bars in this culturally rich area.

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Durham Botanic Garden

8.4/10 (25 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Durham Botanic Garden, a lovely green space in Durham. Add the area's stunning cathedral or spas to your travel plans.

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Old Fulling Mill Museum of Archaeology

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can study the exhibits at Old Fulling Mill Museum of Archaeology, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Durham. Visit the spas and stunning cathedral in this family-friendly area.

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Durham Heritage Centre and Museum

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can study the exhibits at Durham Heritage Centre and Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Durham. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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Palace Green Library

Find out about the history of Durham when you take a trip to Palace Green Library. Visit the spas and lively bars in this culturally rich area.

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Palace Green

8.6/10 (29 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Palace Green, a lovely green space in Durham. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.

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Durham World Heritage Site Visitor Centre

8.0/10 (10 reviews)

Find out about the history of Durham when you spend time at Durham World Heritage Site Visitor Centre. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its lively bars.

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What can I see and do near Durham University?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Oriental Museum and Durham Heritage Centre and Museum. While you're exploring, swing by Durham Cathedral, Crook Hall and Gardens and Durham Indoor Market to learn a bit about the area. Enjoy the outdoors at Whitworth Hall Country Park, Durham Botanic Garden or Palace Green.

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Our top choices for Durham University hotels

1. 40 Winks

2. Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG

3. Farnley Tower Guesthouse

4. My Way Guest House

5. Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

6. Radisson BLU Hotel Durham

7. The Kingslodge Inn - The Inn Collection Group

8. The Avenue

9. Honest Lawyer Hotel

10. Travelodge Durham

11. The Queens Head

12. Farthing Cottage

13. The Three Horseshoes

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Durham

15. Lumley Castle Hotel

16. Travelodge Washington A1 Northbound

17. Park Head Hotel

18. The Seaton Lane Inn - The Inn Collection Group

19. The Impeccable Pig

20. The Saxon Inn

Compare popular hotels close to Durham University

Hotels recommended for families near Durham University

Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG

Farnley Tower Guesthouse

Radisson BLU Hotel Durham

Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

Hotel Bannatyne Durham

Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

Honest Lawyer Hotel

White House Cottages

Top Durham University Hotel Reviews

Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG

Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

40 Winks

52 Old Elvet

Travelodge Durham

Other attractions near Durham University

Durham Cathedral

Oriental Museum

Durham Botanic Garden

Old Fulling Mill Museum of Archaeology

Durham Heritage Centre and Museum

Palace Green Library

Palace Green

Durham World Heritage Site Visitor Centre

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