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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 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.

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

1. 40 Winks

0.6 km from The River Wear

James

P11,916

P14,299 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

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

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

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

A room with two armchairs, a small wooden table, and a window with curtains.

2. Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG

Elvet, 0.2 km from The River Wear

Carol Ann

P6,644

P7,973 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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

3. Farnley Tower Guesthouse

1.2 km from The River Wear

David

P9,489

P11,387 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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.

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

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

4. Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

Elvet, 0.1 km from The River Wear

John

P5,661

P6,793 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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.

5. The Kingslodge Inn - The Inn Collection Group

0.9 km from The River Wear

Laura

P8,043

P9,652 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

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

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

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

6. Radisson BLU Hotel Durham

0.5 km from The River Wear

Julie

P6,206

P7,448 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

7. Premier Inn Durham City Centre - Walkergate

Durham Town Center, 0.3 km from The River Wear

Susan

P3,637

P4,364 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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.

8. Hotel Bannatyne Durham

2.5 km from The River Wear

Richard

P3,766

P4,519 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A wooden table with two white mugs, a stainless steel coffee pot, and a tray of Twinings tea packets.

9. Travelodge Durham

Gilesgate, 0.7 km from The River Wear

Chris

P2,624

P2,624 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A riverside building with a dock of wooden boats.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a sink, and a window with a view of greenery.

A brick cottage with a blue door, a number 14 sign, and a 'Rosewood Cottage' sign.

A patio with a glass table, two chairs, and a bench.

10. Rosewood Cottage

1.8 km from The River Wear

P33,217

P39,860 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A metal rack with multiple hooks holding black items, likely coats or bags, in a room with a wooden door and a textured wall.

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

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

11. Premier Inn Durham East

2.2 km from The River Wear

Maydelin

P3,556

P4,268 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a window with a plaid valance, and wall-mounted light fixtures.

12. The Three Horseshoes

5.7 km from The River Wear

Denise

P6,224

P7,468 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A brick building with a large window displaying a reflection of trees and a sign that reads "The Old Mill."

A room with a fireplace, a stained glass window, and a wooden door.

A reception desk with a mirror above it, a vase with flowers, and a laptop on the counter.

13. The Old Mill

7.9 km from The River Wear

Andrew

P6,004

P7,205 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A traditional stone building with a sign reading "BOWES INCLINE HOTEL".

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white sink, and dark cabinetry.

A neatly made bed with a white and grey bedspread, two rolled towels, and several pillows in various colors.

An outdoor patio area with wooden picnic tables and benches, covered by black umbrellas with 'San Miguel' branding.

14. The Bowes Incline

14.5 km from The River Wear

Patricia

P8,019

P9,623 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

A compact kitchen with a wooden table, a washing machine, and a microwave.

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

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

15. Farthing Cottage

15.8 km from The River Wear

rob

P6,904

P8,284 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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 modern dining area with tables and chairs, a sofa, and a bar area with stools.

16. Super 8 by Wyndham Durham

6.2 km from The River Wear

P2,658

P3,189 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, blue walls, and decorative plates on the wall.

17. Park Head Hotel

13.2 km from The River Wear

Maureen

P5,665

P6,798 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

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

18. The Saxon Inn

15.1 km from The River Wear

Eunice

P6,276

P7,531 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

15.9 km from The River Wear

Anoushka

P19,393

P23,271 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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

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

The Seaton Lane Inn, a two-story building with a sign above the entrance, windows with shutters, and hanging plants.

20. The Seaton Lane Inn - The Inn Collection Group

14.3 km from The River Wear

Neil

P5,927

P7,113 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Compare popular hotels close to The River Wear

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 257 reviews	View
Delta Hotels Durham Royal County	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
The Kingslodge Inn - The Inn Collection Group	9.0 Wonderful 451 reviews	View

Top The River Wear Hotel Reviews

The Queens Head

10/10 Excellent

"Easy checking. Staff were really helpful. Room was clean. Would stay again."

Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed in a family room which was very spacious and comfortable with a separate sitting area. Really quiet and great location in the city. Did not eat or drink in hotel but the bar and restaurant looked very welcoming. Overall a great place to stay."

Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

8/10 Good

"Visited on a weekend and there were so many different functions going on that it was too busy and noisy. Really not worth the money. Also room was cold and musty and there was mould on the back of curtains"

Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG

8/10 Good

"Some of the furniture in the room required repair, lighting was dim as no main light. Some light fittings were loose. The windows did not secure and we were on the lower ground floor, Aircon was pointed at the pillows on the bed which has your face and neck cold."

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."

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."

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!"

Other attractions near The River Wear

A nighttime scene with people walking on stairs, some holding umbrellas.

Gala Theatre Durham

7.6/10 (19 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Gala Theatre Durham, a storied theater in Durham. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.

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A historic stone building with a central tower, arched windows, and a cobblestone pathway leading to the entrance.

Durham Castle

9.0/10 (364 reviews)

Durham Castle is just one of the places to see in Durham, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the stunning cathedral and spas in this culturally rich area.

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St. Nicholas Church

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

St. Nicholas Church 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 in this culturally rich area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

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Durham Indoor Market

8.2/10 (68 reviews)

During your visit to Durham, you can enjoy retail therapy at Durham Indoor Market. Check out the spas and lively bars 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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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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Freemans Quay Leisure Centre

Enjoy an outing to Freemans Quay Leisure Centre during your stay in Durham.

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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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around The River Wear?

The River Wear is located in Durham. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 97 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near The River Wear?

Adjacent to The River Wear, 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. Other good options within a short distance include Radisson BLU Hotel Durham and Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG.

How many hotels are there near The River Wear?

Expedia has 97 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from The River Wear.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near The River Wear, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near The River Wear.

What can I see and do near The River Wear?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Durham Heritage Centre and Museum and Oriental Museum. Durham Cathedral, Crook Hall and Gardens, and Durham Indoor Market are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. Spend some time exploring the natural beauty of Palace Green, Durham Botanic Garden, and Waldridge Fell Country Park.

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Our top choices for The River Wear hotels

1. 40 Winks

2. Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG

3. Farnley Tower Guesthouse

4. Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

5. The Kingslodge Inn - The Inn Collection Group

6. Radisson BLU Hotel Durham

7. Premier Inn Durham City Centre - Walkergate

8. Hotel Bannatyne Durham

9. Travelodge Durham

10. Rosewood Cottage

11. Premier Inn Durham East

12. The Three Horseshoes

13. The Old Mill

14. The Bowes Incline

15. Farthing Cottage

16. Super 8 by Wyndham Durham

17. Park Head Hotel

18. The Saxon Inn

19. The Impeccable Pig

20. The Seaton Lane Inn - The Inn Collection Group

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Top The River Wear Hotel Reviews

The Queens Head

Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG

Premier Inn Durham City Centre - Walkergate

40 Winks

Travelodge Durham

Other attractions near The River Wear

Gala Theatre Durham

Durham Castle

St. Nicholas Church

Durham Indoor Market

Durham World Heritage Site Visitor Centre

Palace Green

Freemans Quay Leisure Centre

Palace Green Library

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