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The City Hotel, Durham

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From131US$ /night
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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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About the Hotel

New Elvet, Durham, United Kingdom
Great
8.3
/10
4.4
4.1
/5
“The City Hotel's location is perfect for anyone wanting to explore the vibrant heart of Durham, just a short stroll from all the main attractions.”view full review

Offering a central location, The City Hotel features 11 rooms and provides convenient amenities for travelers. This 3-star Durham hotel includes a lounge bar, a coffee shop, and dry cleaning services.

Rooms & Amenities

Guest rooms at The City Hotel feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and coffee/tea making equipment. Some rooms include a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, while others offer kitchen facilities and city views.

Dining Options

Dining options include the lounge bar for relaxing drinks and a café that serves snacks. Guests can also enjoy the extensive breakfast menu with options ranging from Full English to continental breakfast.

Leisure & Entertainment

Leisure activities in and around The City Hotel include cycling and exploring local parks like Wharton Park. Evening entertainment is also available for guests looking to unwind.

Local Attractions & Transportation

The hotel is within walking distance of numerous popular attractions, including Durham Cathedral and Palace Green Library. Durham City bus station is approximately an 11-minute walk from the property.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Superior Single Room
Superior Single Room
2 persons
110 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
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Standard Single Room Shower
Standard Single Room Shower
2 persons
90 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
room details
Quadruple Room Bath
Quadruple Room Bath
2 persons
220 sq. feet 
1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
Shower
Heating
room details
Family Studio
Family Studio
2 persons
165 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage

Sports & Fitness

  • Cycling

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning

Dining

  • Bar/ Lounge area

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Heating
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

New Elvet, Durham, United Kingdom
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New Elvet, Durham, United Kingdom
City landmarks
Church
Durham Cathedral
2700 ft
Castle
Tunstall Chapel
2100 ft
Museum
Oriental Museum
1.1 mi
Garden
Crook Hall and Gardens
3900 ft
Landmark
Marquess of Londonderry's Statue
3400 ft
Museum
Durham University Museum of Archaeology
3700 ft
Landmark
Durham Riverside Walk
3500 ft
Park
Durham University Botanic Garden
5000 ft
Landmark
Old Durham Gardens
3200 ft
Shopping Area
The Riverwalk
2800 ft
Landmark
Low Burnhall Woods
3200 ft
Park
Wharton Park
4300 ft
Landmark
Great High Wood
2700 ft
Landmark
World Heritage Site Visitor Centre
3600 ft
Landmark
Aykley Wood Nature Reserve
4700 ft
Landmark
Poplar Tree Garden Centre & Coffee Shop
1.3 mi
Landmark
Bannatyne Health Club And Spa
1.6 mi
Landmark
Low Burnhall
1.7 mi
Landmark
Belmont Railway Viaduct
2.1 mi
Nearby
Bailey Ct
Palace Green
1900 ft
Durham Market Place
Neptune Statue
1400 ft
Museum
Durham Museum
1700 ft
Market Place
The Durham Light Infantry Memorial
1700 ft
Library
Palace Green Library
1900 ft
Palace Green Library Durham University
Lindisfarne Gospels
1900 ft
Gallery
Bow Trust
1800 ft
Mall
Prince Bishops Shopping Centre
1700 ft
Bridge
Elvet Bridge
700 ft
Bridge
Kingsgate Bridge
1300 ft
Restaurants
The Swan & Three Cygnets
800 ft
Elvet Bridge
The Library
1200 ft
The Library
Treats Tea Room
1400 ft
27-28 Silver Street Above The Body Shop
Greggs
900 ft
2-3 Sadler Street
Riverside Bar & Cafe
900 ft
Dunelm House New Elvet
KFC
3200 ft
Stadium Way
Cafe Cenno
1700 ft
durham indoor market
Pizza Uno
1700 ft
92 Claypath
Pizza King
1900 ft
85 Claypath
Getting around
City Centre
Durham11 min  ·  3000 ft
Airports
Teesside International Airport (MME)60 min  ·  24.8 mi
Newcastle International Airport (NCL)63 min  ·  26.1 mi
Train
Durham Train Station10 min  ·  2700 ft
Bus
Bus stop9 min  ·  2300 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-22:00
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Paid Public parking is possible at a location nearby.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
11

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