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Farnley Tower Guesthouse

4.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Durham University

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed

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Very good
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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
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Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Hairdryer
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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Individually furnished
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Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

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Exceptional
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Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
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  • 10 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

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Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
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LED TV
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
  • 14 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Garden View

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Exceptional
(4 reviews)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
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LED TV
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Classic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
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About the area

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The Avenue, Durham, England, DH1 4DX

What's nearby

  • Durham Cathedral - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Durham University - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Durham Castle - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Gala Theatre Durham - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Crook Hall and Gardens - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 12 min walk
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Three Bridges - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Head of Steam Durham - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Station House - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Colpitts Hotel - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Farnley Tower Guesthouse

Upscale hotel near Durham University
At Farnley Tower Guesthouse, you can look forward to a free daily manager's reception, a terrace and a garden. The on-site Indian cuisine restaurant, Holi and Bhang, features garden views and dinner. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, wedding services and luggage storage
  • 1 meeting room and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with deep-soaking baths and showers
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Holi and Bhang

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre (323 square foot of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old.
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking and high chair
This property accepts credit cards and cash

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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Frequently asked questions

Is Farnley Tower Guesthouse pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Farnley Tower Guesthouse?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Farnley Tower Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Farnley Tower Guesthouse?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Farnley Tower Guesthouse located?

Situated in the historical district, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Durham Indoor Market and Durham University. St. Nicholas Church and Gala Theatre Durham are also within 15 minutes. Durham Station is 12 minutes by foot.

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Farnley Tower Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 189 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 189 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 189 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 189 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 189 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Amenities
Excellent stay . Beautiful room and delicious breakfast . Great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Excellent host. Great room. Great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Berna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a charming B&B nestled in a lovely historic building. It had so much character and comfort—I’d definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

The manager Anna couldn’t have been nicer. She greeted us with a cup of tea and biscuits and allowed us to check-in early and was very helpful with suggestions of things to do in the city. Rooms were comfortable and quiet and included on-site free parking. Location just a short walk into the centre. Breakfast also very good with lots of options.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This place is full of character and very well-appointed. In a quiet location without through-traffic, but 15 minutes' walk from the city centre, also close to bus routes, and convenient for driving out to other places. Breakfasts are very good and you can book an evening meal.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garrett

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Anna, the manager, is a gem. She was incredibly helpful, friendly and efficient. What an asset. The house is very well located about a 10 minute walk from the center. It’s near the top of a fairly steep hill. Room was clean and very quiet. Great night sleep.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josephine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely unique building, beautiful room and very pet friendly. Superb breakfast, even for our dog!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable guest house. Anna, the Manager, was very welcoming and helpful. We had a spacious and very homely room. Very convenient and with free parking. About a 15 minute walk into Durham (downhill, so uphill coming back!). Breakfast was excellent. Didn't particularly rate the attached Indian restaurant though - the one and only FoH chap was not that friendly, and food was okay but nothing special.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really lovely with great views. Very friendly staff and a great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, fantastic staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We enjoyed our stay very much. Lovely independent guest house with lots of character and lovely staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff short walk into city nice little find
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Sui Che

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location. Beds were not that comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly helpful staff, big room, very comfortable bed, lovely restaurant with hotel discount, also breakfast included.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice location and staff…
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely traditional English guest house hotel. Simple arrival and check out, good breakfast with great options (menu choice, vegan, veggie, gf etc). Friendly staff, comfy bed (my ‘single’ was a small double) and no noisy air con/heating systems etc. A steep walk up from the city centre but not too far and no problem for me.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the property from the moment I walked in. Rooms were spacious, comfortable and very clean. Staff were friendly and highly efficient. Would stay again next time we are in town! Thank you very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous service and delicious breakfast

We stayed in a family room and the service was incredibly friendly and hospitable. The cooked breakfast was fabulous!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Pete

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

All good. Couldn't fault anything

Staff very friendly and the room was excellent. Brekafast was very good too. Couldn't really fault it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful place, great breakfast, delightful Indian restaurant very close by. Anna, the manager was so helpful and absolutely great. Would definately go back again. Great location too!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A superb place to stay from start to finish. Great friendly staff, lovely room, and well catered for at breakfast. Good history known for the building and great area for walking to the city centre, Will definitely be going back soon.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Interesting building, remodeled bath, on-site parking, good wi-fi, very good on-site Indian restaurant, good breakfast options, pleasant staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

MR B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant hotel in every respect. Breakfast was amazing. Staff were super-welcoming and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Lovely character building with large clean room and amazing breakfast. Definitely my ‘go to’ place when staying in Durham.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022