About this property

Elegant Accommodation: Durham Castle, a hotel in Durham, offers a bar and free WiFi. Full-day security ensures a comfortable stay. Comfortable Amenities: Guests enjoy a continental buffet breakfast with fresh pastries. Rooms feature tea and coffee makers, work desks, and showers. Prime Location: Located 40 km from Newcastle International Airport, the hotel is near attractions such as Lumley Castle (12 km) and Beamish Museum (20 km). Boating is available in the surrounding area.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Breakfast info

Continental, Buffet


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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Sussex
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staying in the castle is very special and it's obviously right in the centre of Durham, so close to everything and you can't get lost trying to find it! You do need to be able to carry your bags up many stairs, though, and it's old, student...
  • Rachel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Loved the chance to stay in a castle! Comfy and as expected
  • Andrew
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Loved the Harry Potter experience at the castle. Breakfast in the big hall was cool!
  • Christabella
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Staying inside the historic castle was very special. Location was great - 5min walk downhill to the town and restaurants. Breakfast in the Great Hall was fantastic. Overall wonderful experience.
  • Deborah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It's amazing to be able to stay in a world heritage site, which is right in the middle of the city. It's a lovely location if you're staying in the city. I knew the rooms wouldn't be very fancy, being student accommodation, but it had everything...
  • Claire
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Amazing location, staff very helpful, couldn't fault the value for money, ser in such a location.
  • Barbara
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staying in the castle tower is an amazing location, with great views. Very friendly, helpful staff. Breakfast in the Great Hall
  • Carole
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location is excellent, right in the centre of the city. Surrounded by beautiful historic buildings in every direction. Breakfast in the Great Hall was an incredible experience. The staff were so welcoming, and helpful.
  • Elenaoverseas
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fabulous location. Amazing experience living in a real castle made all the stairs worthwhile. Breakfast in the Great Hall was special too.
  • Anthony
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast in the Great Hall was awesome, all the more poignant for me as an old student.

Hotel surroundings

House rules

Durham Castle, University of Durham takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.