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

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

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

A staircase with a floral arrangement, a table with glasses and bottles, and a door with a framed picture.

1. Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

Elvet, 1.4 km from Durham University

Eric

P5,603

P6,724 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

A conference room with rows of chairs, large windows, and a chandelier.

2. Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG

Elvet, 1.4 km from Durham University

Carol Ann

P7,109

P8,531 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

A room with two wooden chairs, a radiator, and a window with curtains.

3. Farnley Tower Guesthouse

1.4 km from Durham University

David

P9,253

P11,104 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A window with a view of a cathedral and trees.

A dining area with wicker chairs, a table set for two, and a view of greenery outside.

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

A bedroom with a large window, a bathtub, and a bed with a dark blanket.

4. 40 Winks

1.2 km from Durham University

James

P12,532

P15,038 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A banquet hall with round tables set for a formal event, featuring white floral arrangements and elegant table settings.

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

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

5. Radisson BLU Hotel Durham

1.9 km from Durham University

Julie

P7,178

P8,614 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A bar area with a dark wood bar counter and a seating area with a tufted sofa and armchairs.

A restaurant with a green interior, wooden tables, and chairs.

A hot tub with multiple jets, surrounded by a wooden structure and bamboo plants.

A two-story brick building with multiple windows, a black metal fence, and a clear blue sky.

6. OYO The Townhouse

Elvet, 1.4 km from Durham University

Edward

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

A room with a large bed, a wooden vanity with a mirror, a red carpet, and a red curtain.

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

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

7. Lumley Castle Hotel

10.1 km from Durham University

josephine

P5,374

P6,448 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a window with a view of trees.

A spacious room with multiple wooden tables and chairs, a chandelier, and large windows.

A glass-enclosed shower stall with a toilet and sink in a corner bathroom.

A building with a gabled roof and an arched entrance.

8. St Chads College

Durham Town Center, 1.1 km from Durham University

Kevin

A spacious lobby with a grand piano, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a rowing machine.

A modern lobby with grey upholstered sofas, a reception desk, and a large painting on the wall.

A waterfront hotel with a modern facade, a prominent glass structure, and a reflection in the water.

9. Copthorne Hotel Newcastle

22.7 km from Durham University

Jonathan

P4,776

P5,732 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

A room with four reclining chairs and a bench, arranged in a row.

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

10. Hotel Bannatyne Durham

3.6 km from Durham University

Erika

P4,417

P5,300 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A banquet hall with round tables, blue chair sashes, white floral arrangements, and candles.

A dessert on a plate with a caramel sauce.

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

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

11. Honest Lawyer Hotel

3 km from Durham University

Kathryn

P3,727

P4,473 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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 modern interior with a high ceiling, exposed wooden beams, a cozy seating area with a leather sofa, a large window with sheer curtains, and a visible bathroom with a patterned wall.

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

12. Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

5.4 km from Durham University

Roger

P8,635

P10,362 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A restaurant interior with wooden floors, booths, and tables.

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

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

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.

13. The Kingslodge Inn - The Inn Collection Group

1.7 km from Durham University

Laura

P8,214

P9,857 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

A room with a large green wall, two velvet armchairs, and a neon sign reading 'To the moon and back'.

A check-in area with a neon sign, a reception desk with plants, and a patterned floor.

14. Premier Inn Durham City Centre - Walkergate

Durham Town Center, 1.7 km from Durham University

Susan

P4,210

P5,053 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hallway with framed artwork on the wall, potted plants, and a staircase.

A wooden cabin with a deck and a large tree in front.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, and a large window with curtains.

A brick building with a garden patio and outdoor seating area.

15. Bowburn Hall Hotel

4.5 km from Durham University

Caroline

P6,150

P7,380 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, large umbrellas, and a planter box with greenery.

A modern bar area with seating and a bartender.

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

A dining table set with a tiered dessert stand, plates, cups, and cutlery.

16. Maldron Hotel Newcastle

23.5 km from Durham University

Cherish

P5,163

P6,196 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel with a sign reading 'Premier Inn,' a front entrance, and surrounding greenery.

A hair dryer on a wooden surface with a power outlet in the background.

17. Premier Inn Durham East

3.4 km from Durham University

Maydelin

P3,520

P4,224 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A bar area with a wooden counter, shelves of bottles, and hanging glasses.

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

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

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

18. The Avenue

2.7 km from Durham University

Andrew

P4,576

P4,576 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A bar area with a dark leather booth, multiple tables with chairs, and a chandelier.

A bar area with a clock, bar stools, and a counter with various bottles and glasses.

A grand hallway with a chandelier, a staircase, and a reception desk.

A formal indoor setting with rows of white chairs arranged in a semi-circle, a wooden floor, and a central floral arrangement.

19. Royal Station Hotel

23 km from Durham University

Alan

P4,495

P5,394 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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Compare popular hotels close to Durham University

Property	Property class	Guest rating
40 Winks	10.0 Exceptional 50 reviews	View
Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Farnley Tower Guesthouse	9.4 Exceptional 255 reviews	View
My Way Guest House	9.4 Exceptional 57 reviews	View
Delta Hotels Durham Royal County	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View

Top Durham University Hotel Reviews

Farnley Tower Guesthouse

10/10 Excellent

"It’s worth just staying there for the warmth and inviting personality of Anna who makes sure everything you need is taken care of. Lovely big rooms and very comfortable bed. Breakfast was also very good."

Radisson BLU Hotel Durham

10/10 Excellent

"Spa area included. Nice indoor pool etc"

Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful curated room and furniture. Location is perfect for exploring the city and location by the river is picturesque, although the near by main does overshadow the tranquility."

Hotel Bannatyne Durham

8/10 Good

"The toilet flush was not very strong. The room has plenty of space but you might want to reconsider if you’re going in the summer as the room does not have air conditioning."

The Kingslodge Inn - The Inn Collection Group

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is in a really nice setting in the city but also quiet and secluded. Rooms was clean and of a good size, bed was comfortable and staff could not be faulted - attentive, knowledgeable and friendly. For us the bathroom was a disappointment it was not well designed or laid out and was not a "£180/night" bathroom. The shower cubicle was small, the shower cartridge unit was not secured well and no shelf anywhere in the room making it difficult ot put travel bag and tooth brush etc down - the bathroom itself was huge but seemed to have no thought to its design whatsoever. Away from the room and having a need to use the disabled toilet it is so often the case but always is disappointing to have these used as a store room with no thought to the user especially one with limited mobility, there is no way the hand rail could be moved without moving a variety of bins."

Premier Inn Durham City Centre - Walkergate

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean and well appointed for a one nights stay. We paid for breakfast at the hotel the next morning and it was convenient. Only issue at breakfast was coffee machine was being cleaned and took about 15-20 minutes and we were finished eating but had our coffee after."

Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Convenient location in an interesting historical property. Excellent restaurant."

40 Winks

10/10 Excellent

"We thoroughly enjoyed our 2 night stay in this beautiful boutique hotel. We booked the room overlooking the Cathedral which was stunning. The room was really large and immaculately designed. The gentleman who checked us in was so friendly and helpful. The walk was no more than 10 minutes to the centre. We were so impressed with this hotel and Durham we would definitely come back."

The Queens Head

8/10 Good

"Enjoyable stay, long walk from town centre"

Other attractions near Durham University

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. Check out 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 travels to 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 travels to Durham. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

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Palace Green Library

Find out about the history of Durham with a stop at Palace Green Library. Check out 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 check out its lively bars.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Durham University?

Durham University is located in a welcoming area of Durham known for its array of dining options and stunning cathedral. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 67 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Durham University?

Delta Hotels Durham Royal County is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Durham University. Other good options close by include Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG and St Chads College.

How many hotels are there close to Durham University?

Expedia has 67 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Durham University.

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

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Durham University.

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. Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

2. Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG

3. Farnley Tower Guesthouse

4. 40 Winks

5. Radisson BLU Hotel Durham

6. OYO The Townhouse

7. Lumley Castle Hotel

8. St Chads College

9. Copthorne Hotel Newcastle

10. Hotel Bannatyne Durham

11. Honest Lawyer Hotel

12. Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

13. The Kingslodge Inn - The Inn Collection Group

14. Premier Inn Durham City Centre - Walkergate

15. Bowburn Hall Hotel

16. Maldron Hotel Newcastle

17. Premier Inn Durham East

18. The Avenue

19. Royal Station Hotel

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Top Durham University Hotel Reviews

Farnley Tower Guesthouse

Radisson BLU Hotel Durham

Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

Hotel Bannatyne Durham

The Kingslodge Inn - The Inn Collection Group

Premier Inn Durham City Centre - Walkergate

Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG

40 Winks

The Queens Head

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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