Durham Castle, University Of Durham

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Durham Castle, University Of Durham
Palace Green Durham Castle, Durham, United Kingdom, DH1 3RW·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.2Great
Breakfast7.4
Paid WiFi5.0
Who stays here
Couples43%
Solo28%
Groups17%
Families12%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.2Great
Breakfast7.4
Paid WiFi5.0
Who stays here
Couples43%
Solo28%
Groups17%
Families12%

3-star castle accommodation on Palace Green in Durham

Historic Building

Durham Castle, University Of Durham sits on Palace Green, steps from Durham Cathedral. This 11th-century castle offers breakfast in the Great Hall, a room in continuous use for meals. The Norman Chapel, carved around 1000 AD, is accessible between the great hall and the keep.

Rooms

Rooms are student accommodations with private bathrooms, a work desk, and a shower. Each room has a tea and coffee maker. A continental buffet breakfast with fresh pastries is served each morning in the Great Hall.

Location

The hotel is within 0 meters of Durham Cathedral. Palace Green is a few steps away. Browns Racing Boats, The Bailey, and Framwellgate Bridge are each within a 2-minute walk.

Facilities

Durham Castle provides a bar and full-day security. Free WiFi is available throughout. Heating is included in all non-smoking rooms.

Dining

Breakfast is a continental buffet with hot and cold options. Fresh pastries, fruit, and yogurt are available. The breakfast venue is the Great Hall, a historic medieval room.

  • Location: Palace Green, beside Durham Cathedral
  • Rooms: Student accommodations with cathedral views
  • Dining: Continental buffet breakfast in Great Hall
  • Wellness: In a UNESCO World Heritage site
  • Ideal for: History enthusiasts, solo travelers, groups
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Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
until 10:00
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Number of rooms:17
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

No Smoking

No smoking on site

Dining

  • Bar/ Lounge area

Room features

  • Heating
  • Tea and coffee facilities
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Essential information about Durham Castle, University Of Durham

💵 Lowest room price 115 £
📏 Distance to centre 600 m
✈️ Distance to airport 39.8 km
🧳 Nearest airport Newcastle, NCL

Location

Palace Green Durham Castle, Durham, United Kingdom, DH1 3RW
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Palace Green Durham Castle, Durham, United Kingdom, DH1 3RW
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Palace Green Durham Castle, Durham, United Kingdom, DH1 3RW
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Church
Durham Cathedral
550 m
Durham Riverside Walk
200 m
Bridge
Elvet Bridge
370 m
Restaurant
Treats Tea Room
880 m
Restaurant
The Library
250 m
Restaurant
fighting cocks
790 m
Restaurant
IceStone Gelato Durham
400 m
Restaurant
Emilio's Italian Restaurant
280 m
Restaurant
Nudo Sushi Box
440 m
Restaurant
The Swan & Three Cygnets
500 m
Restaurant
Cafe Cenno
430 m
Restaurant
Zaps Burrito Bar
490 m
Restaurant
Ye Olde Elm Tree
800 m
Restaurant
Brooklyn pizza Slice
430 m

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rated 8+
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FAQ about Durham Castle, University Of Durham

Which popular attractions are located near the Durham Castle, University Of Durham hotel?
The Gulbenkian Oriental Museum, set within approximately 10 minutes' walk from the Durham Castle, University Of Durham hotel as well as Crook Hall and Gardens placed 1.4 km from he property. If you want to explore even more landmarks in Durham, consider checking out Palace Green, which is located 600 meters away.
Which landmarks are closest to Durham Castle, University Of Durham hotel?
Guests of Durham Castle, University Of Durham hotel can visit Durham Riverside Walk (a few moments from the accommodation), or the architecturally innovative Norman CofE Durham Cathedral placed 5 minutes' walk away.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at Durham Castle, University Of Durham hotel?
Guests of Durham Castle, University Of Durham hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-9/10 according to reviews-café Whitechurch offering British cuisine.
What is check-in and check-out time at the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can check in from 14:00 to 23:59 and check out from 10:00.
What kinds of rooms does the Durham hotel offer?
The Durham hotel offers such room types as Small Double Room, Private Bathroom Twin Room, and Private Bathroom Double Room.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the Durham Castle, University Of Durham hotel?
Every room in the Durham Castle, University Of Durham hotel welcomes guests with the following facilities:
  • a writing table
  • coffee/tea making facilities
What is the cancellation fee in Durham Castle, University Of Durham hotel?
At Durham Castle, University Of Durham hotel, free cancellation is provided.
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