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Tonight
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Tomorrow
27 Oct - 28 Oct
This weekend
30 Oct - 1 Nov
Next weekend
6 Nov - 8 Nov

Our top choices for Durham family-friendly hotels

A spacious, elegantly designed restaurant with high ceilings, ornate columns, and large windows with stained glass.
A modern bathroom with a stone wall, a large mirror, a white sink, a toilet, and a glass-enclosed shower.
A bar area with a high ceiling, chandeliers, and marble walls.
A seating area with a purple sofa and round tables with gold legs.

1. Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG

Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG
Elvet
RM433
RM519 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG
A modern bar area with a large tree in a planter, hanging light fixtures, and a bar counter with stools.
A bar area with a variety of liquor bottles, a counter with taps, and hanging spherical light fixtures.
Exterior
A modern interior with a blue armchair, wooden shelving with decorative items, and a large window.

2. Radisson BLU Hotel Durham

Radisson BLU Hotel Durham
Durham
  • Magical family adventures at Durham Castle—from kids' meals at Collage Restaurant to an indoor pool and complimentary cots.
RM405
RM486 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Radisson BLU Hotel Durham
A grand staircase with ornate railings and a floral arrangement, leading to a door.
A riverside building with brick architecture, a canal, and autumn foliage.
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".

3. Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

Delta Hotels Durham Royal County
Elvet
  • Family fun steps from Durham Castle—premium entertainment and cots make the perfect base for explorers.
RM370
RM444 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Delta Hotels Durham Royal County
A stone building with a prominent entrance, large windows, and outdoor seating area.
A stone building with a blue entrance, a sign with 'hdi' and 'bhang', and outdoor seating with umbrellas.
A dining area with white tables and chairs, set for a meal.
A hallway with a wooden cabinet, a red carpet, and a stained glass door.

4. Farnley Tower Guesthouse

Farnley Tower Guesthouse
Durham
RM620
RM744 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Farnley Tower Guesthouse
A modern house with a large glass facade, a wooden deck, and a hot tub.
A room with wicker furniture, a large bathtub, and a mirror.
A modern, circular building with a balcony and illuminated interior lights, surrounded by trees.
A swimming pool with two people in the water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a view of a garden.

5. Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa
Durham
RM570
RM684 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a mural of a bridge, and a large window with curtains.
A modern dining area with tables and chairs, a sofa, and a bar area with stools.
A modern room with a dining area, a window with a view, and a bar counter.
A hotel entrance with a prominent 'Super 8' sign, brick facade, and a welcoming entrance.

6. Super 8 by Wyndham Durham

Super 8 by Wyndham Durham
Durham
  • Family-friendly comfort near Durham University with modern rooms, streaming services, and free cots for little ones.
RM178
RM213 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Super 8 by Wyndham Durham
A spacious indoor area with a play area, seating, and large windows.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a flat-screen TV.
A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white sink, and a large mirror with integrated lighting.
A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements including tables and couches, a large glass partition, and a television screen mounted on the wall.

7. Hotel Bannatyne Durham

Hotel Bannatyne Durham
Durham
RM246
RM295 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hotel Bannatyne Durham
A banquet hall with round tables, blue chair sashes, white floral arrangements, and candles.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with a view.
A bar area with a counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.
A bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, a shower, and a bathtub.

8. Honest Lawyer Hotel

Honest Lawyer Hotel
Durham
RM246
RM295 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Honest Lawyer Hotel
A spacious dining area with large windows, tables set for dining, and a view of the outdoor garden.
A room with teal walls, a chandelier, and a variety of seating including a blue sofa, red armchair, and yellow chairs.
A room with teal walls, a large tufted sofa, yellow armchairs, and a chandelier.
A room with rows of wooden chairs and tables, large windows, and wall-mounted artwork.

9. 61 Durham

61 Durham
Durham
RM318
RM382 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
61 Durham
A spacious living area with a large window overlooking a scenic landscape, a dining area with a kitchen in the background, and comfortable seating arrangements.
An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a stone wall, and a tiled roof.
A modern kitchen with blue cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A modern house with a tiled roof, a glass conservatory, and a wooden deck.

10. My Way Guest House

My Way Guest House
Durham
RM400
RM400 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
My Way Guest House
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Durham

Breakfast included
Pool
All-inclusive
4 stars
5 stars

Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Durham

A grand lobby with a high ceiling, arched windows, and a central chandelier.
A seating area with a purple sofa and round tables with gold legs.
A bar area with a high ceiling, chandeliers, and marble walls.
A spacious, elegantly designed restaurant with high ceilings, ornate columns, and large windows with stained glass.

Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG

Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG
Elvet
RM433
RM519 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG
A multi-story hotel with a brick facade and large windows, reflecting in a body of water.
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.
Meeting facility

Radisson BLU Hotel Durham

Radisson BLU Hotel Durham
Durham
RM405
RM486 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Radisson BLU Hotel Durham
A grand staircase with ornate railings and a floral arrangement, leading to a door.
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.
A hotel reception area with a marble floor, wooden reception desk, and a large window.

Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

Delta Hotels Durham Royal County
Elvet
RM370
RM444 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Delta Hotels Durham Royal County
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a mural of a bridge, and a large window with curtains.
A modern dining area with tables and chairs, a sofa, and a bar area with stools.
A reception area with a Costa Coffee sign, a refrigerator with beverages, and a counter with a coffee machine.
A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a round table, and a large window with curtains.

Super 8 by Wyndham Durham

Super 8 by Wyndham Durham
Durham
RM178
RM213 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Super 8 by Wyndham Durham
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 modern, circular building with a balcony and illuminated interior lights, surrounded by trees.

Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa
Durham
RM570
RM684 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa
A stone building with a prominent entrance, large windows, and outdoor seating area.
A stone building with a blue entrance, a sign with 'hdi' and 'bhang', and outdoor seating with umbrellas.
A dining area with white tables and chairs, set for a meal.
A hallway with a wooden cabinet, a red carpet, and a stained glass door.

Farnley Tower Guesthouse

Farnley Tower Guesthouse
Durham
RM620
RM744 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Farnley Tower Guesthouse
A room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a side table with a vase of flowers, and a tall floor lamp.
A conservatory with glass doors, a lawn, and outdoor furniture.
A room with rows of wooden chairs and tables, large windows, and wall-mounted artwork.
A room with teal walls, a chandelier, and a variety of seating including a blue sofa, red armchair, and yellow chairs.

61 Durham

61 Durham
Durham
RM318
RM382 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
61 Durham
A spacious living area with a large window overlooking a scenic landscape, a dining area with a kitchen in the background, and comfortable seating arrangements.
An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a stone wall, and a tiled roof.
A modern kitchen with blue cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A modern house with a tiled roof, a glass conservatory, and a wooden deck.

My Way Guest House

My Way Guest House
Durham
RM400
RM400 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
My Way Guest House
A bedroom with a bed, a television mounted on the wall, a wooden nightstand, and a door with a bulletin board.
A white building with "The Avenue" sign, outdoor seating, and a green circular sign on the side.
A bar area with a wooden counter, shelves of bottles, and hanging glasses.
A restaurant with wooden furniture, a bar area, and framed pictures on the walls.

The Avenue

The Avenue
Durham
RM410
RM410 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Avenue
A brick building with a garden patio and outdoor seating area.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, and a large window with curtains.
A restaurant interior with striped chairs, wooden tables, and a brick wall.
A hallway with framed artwork on the wall, potted plants, and a staircase.

Bowburn Hall Hotel

Bowburn Hall Hotel
Durham
RM428
RM514 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Bowburn Hall Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Durham Hotel Reviews

Royal Station Hotel

Royal Station Hotel

8/10 Good
"Location really good just a shame room was bit small but ok needed bit of tlc. Room service was excellent and hotel itself was stunning . Accessibility maybe issue for some."
Kevin 2-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Royal Station Hotel
Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG

Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG

8/10 Good
"Great location and parking was handy on site. Polite and helpful reception staff and our room was lovely. Only the airconditioning unit kept going on and off then ticked. So should have just turned it off. A fantastic breakfast so overall 4/5 stars."
Megan 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG
Copthorne Hotel Newcastle

Copthorne Hotel Newcastle

10/10 Excellent
"We love this hotel. It could do with a little TLC in the rooms things are patched up, but it’s still a great hotel in a great location"
Julie 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Copthorne Hotel Newcastle
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel

Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel

8/10 Good
"Lovely hotel which is close to the centre of Newcastle. Bed was very comfortable and room was spacious. Breakfast was good and staff were very helpful"
Phillip 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
Radisson BLU Hotel Durham

Radisson BLU Hotel Durham

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely clean and bright room. Very good breakfast with our stay. The staff were helpful."
Katie 2-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Radisson BLU Hotel Durham
Leonardo Hotel Newcastle Quayside

Leonardo Hotel Newcastle Quayside

10/10 Excellent
"Great location 10mins to centre over the millennium bridge, room with a view over the river.. parking wasn’t a problem, limited spaces Bed was comfortable Over all would definitely stay there again."
Judy 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Leonardo Hotel Newcastle Quayside
Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead

Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead

8/10 Good
"The hotel was good, however the bathroom definitely require an upgrade, the tiles and bathroom suite is dated and plumbing old. The shower pressure was very low. The bedding and towels were really good. And this is very important to me. But definitely bathroom needs improvement"
Michelle 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Newcastle

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Newcastle

10/10 Excellent
"Great hotel and a good location but absolutely ripped off for a bar of Cadbury chocolate the small one at £1 I was charged £3 Had to get it as the wife likes a wee bit of chocolate with her tea in the morning"
David 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Newcastle
Super 8 by Wyndham Durham

Super 8 by Wyndham Durham

10/10 Excellent
"Great value for money. Helpful staff and clean, comfortable and spacious room."
Ben 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Super 8 by Wyndham Durham

Frequently asked questions

What's Durham like for family-friendly holidays?
The welcoming destination of Durham is a good choice if you've been considering a getaway with your children. The walking trails and restaurants are just a couple of things that make this an attractive spot for a family holiday. Fly into Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.), which is located 18.8 mi (30.2 km) from the city centre.
What's the best family accommodation in Durham?
Delta Hotels Durham Royal County is a hotel with a restaurant and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other options for your stay with the children include Radisson BLU Hotel Durham and Super 8 by Wyndham Durham.
How many family hotels should I expect to find in Durham?
Expedia has 5 family-friendly hotels and other accommodation options in Durham.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Durham?
The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 14°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 5°C. Average annual precipitation for Durham is 762 mm.
What's there to see and do with your family in Durham?
While you and your family are visiting Durham, you may want to explore some child-friendly attractions such as Gala Theatre Durham and Adventure Valley. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Diggerland and Durham Indoor Market.
What's the best way for us to get around Durham?
If you want to explore the larger area, hop on a train at Durham Station. Durham may not have many public transport options, so consider a car rental to maximise your time.