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A bedroom with a large bed, a classic clawfoot bathtub, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

1. 40 Winks

0.3 km from Durham Cathedral

Edgar

Rp4.116.407 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A spacious, elegantly designed restaurant with high ceilings, ornate columns, and large windows with stained glass.

2. Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG

Elvet, 0.4 km from Durham Cathedral

Andrew

Rp2.292.241 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern house with a tiled roof, a glass conservatory, and a wooden deck.

3. My Way Guest House

3.1 km from Durham Cathedral

Shaun

Rp1.764.422 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

4. Radisson BLU Hotel Durham

0.7 km from Durham Cathedral

Anne

Rp1.903.068 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

5. Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

Elvet, 0.4 km from Durham Cathedral

Amanda

Rp1.958.780 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

6. Premier Inn Durham East

2.6 km from Durham Cathedral

Maydelin

Rp1.182.313 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Dec - 14 Dec

A row of massage chairs with a wooden floor.

7. Hotel Bannatyne Durham

2.9 km from Durham Cathedral

Liz

Rp1.317.247 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A restaurant interior with checkered flooring, red and beige upholstered seating, a brick fireplace, and wall-mounted lamps.

8. The Queens Head

Gilesgate, 1.4 km from Durham Cathedral

Nigel

Rp1.568.375 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

9. Travelodge Durham

Gilesgate, 1.1 km from Durham Cathedral

Chris

Rp734.850 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A riverside building with a dock of wooden boats.

10. Rosewood Cottage

1.4 km from Durham Cathedral

Rp12.620.355 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

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

11. Lumley Castle Hotel

9 km from Durham Cathedral

Jane

Rp1.585.266 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

12. Super 8 by Wyndham Durham

6.1 km from Durham Cathedral

Sandra

Rp891.309 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

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

13. Park Head Hotel

12.7 km from Durham Cathedral

Maureen

Rp1.954.437 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Dec - 14 Dec

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a central seating area with sofas and chairs, a reception desk, and a large window providing natural light.

14. Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG

19.2 km from Durham Cathedral

Alexander

Rp1.833.793 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A well-appointed lounge area with leather sofas, a round table, and a bar with a fireplace in the background.

15. Eslington Manor

18.1 km from Durham Cathedral

Paresh

Rp1.568.375 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A cozy indoor setting with a wood-burning stove, wicker furniture, and a view through large windows.

16. Beamish Park Hotel

15.5 km from Durham Cathedral

Lawrence

Rp1.876.259 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A neatly made bed with white linens, a framed artwork above it, and a wooden headboard with built-in lighting.

17. Travelodge Washington A1 Northbound

13 km from Durham Cathedral

Paula

Rp684.604 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A bar area with multiple shelves of bottles and glasses, a cash register, and a computer.

18. The Old Mill

7.7 km from Durham Cathedral

Nikola

Rp2.153.500 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

19. Premier Inn Durham North

Pity Me, 3.7 km from Durham Cathedral

Carol

Rp1.228.562 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Dec - 15 Dec

A restaurant with wicker furniture, hanging lights, and a patterned ceiling.

20. The Highfield Hotel

8.2 km from Durham Cathedral

john

Rp1.570.788 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Durham Cathedral

Property	Property class	Guest rating
40 Winks	3.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 53 reviews	View
Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
My Way Guest House	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 59 reviews	View
Radisson BLU Hotel Durham	4.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Delta Hotels Durham Royal County	4.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,004 reviews	View

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Top Durham Cathedral Hotel Reviews

40 Winks

Durham

10/10 Excellent

Carole

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

The Three Horseshoes

Durham

10/10 Excellent

Alan

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

White House Cottages

Durham

10/10 Excellent

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My Way Guest House

Durham

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

The Old Mill

Durham

10/10 Excellent

Rob

A stone building with an 'Entrance' sign, surrounded by well-maintained grass and trees.

The Kingslodge Inn - The Inn Collection Group

Durham

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Super 8 by Wyndham Durham

Durham

10/10 Excellent

Onyebuchi

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub.

The Impeccable Pig

Stockton-on-Tees

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Lumley Castle Hotel

Chester-le-Street

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic, authentic castle with such history and higgledy piggledy corridors. It was our anniversary and we were welcomed with an anniversary card which was a nice touch. The staff were excellent. We only had breakfast which was delicious and staff were efficient and friendly. The food in the library looked good. We had a courtyard room and were very happy with it. If you're expecting modern, corporate decor it might not be for you but we liked it and so nice to stay in a castle with character....

Helen

Radisson BLU Hotel Durham

Durham

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

Park Head Hotel

Bishop Auckland

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

A pub with outdoor seating, including round tables and benches, and flower boxes along the wall.

The Royal Oak

Durham

10/10 Excellent

Julian

A stone building with multiple windows and a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

Jesmond Dene House

Jesmond

10/10 Excellent

We used the hotel as a base whilst I underwent some tests and procedures at the Royal Victoria infirmary. The staff could not have been more helpful and all in all the quality of our stay was exceptional. The bedrooms are understated but well-equipped. Our room was spacious and incorporated a substantial ensuite bathroom (possibly made bigger by disability provision). The hotel offers free Wi-Fi this was always up and running. We experienced room service and dining in the restaurant and...

Brian

A check-in area with a neon sign, self-service kiosks, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

Premier Inn Durham City Centre - Walkergate

Durham Town Center

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Durham Cathedral?

Durham Cathedral is located in a welcoming area of Durham known for its stunning river views and golfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 93 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Durham Cathedral?

Adjacent to Durham Cathedral, Delta Hotels Durham Royal County is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. Other good options close by include Radisson BLU Hotel Durham and Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Durham Cathedral?

Expedia has 93 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Durham Cathedral.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Durham Cathedral, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Durham Cathedral.

What can I see and do near Durham Cathedral?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Durham Heritage Centre and Museum and Oriental Museum. Explore landmarks like Crook Hall and Gardens, Durham Indoor Market and Palace Green Library. Spend some time wandering around Whitworth Hall Country Park, Palace Green and Durham Botanic Garden.

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Our top choices for Durham Cathedral hotels

1. 40 Winks

2. Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG

3. My Way Guest House

4. Radisson BLU Hotel Durham

5. Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

6. Premier Inn Durham East

7. Hotel Bannatyne Durham

8. The Queens Head

9. Travelodge Durham

10. Rosewood Cottage

11. Lumley Castle Hotel

12. Super 8 by Wyndham Durham

13. Park Head Hotel

14. Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG

15. Eslington Manor

16. Beamish Park Hotel

17. Travelodge Washington A1 Northbound

18. The Old Mill

19. Premier Inn Durham North

20. The Highfield Hotel

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