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Our top choices for Durham family-friendly hotels

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 riverside building with brick architecture, a canal, and autumn foliage.
A dining table set for six with clear chairs, a chandelier, and a view of a building through the window.

1. 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.
฿3,310
฿3,972 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Delta Hotels Durham Royal County
A buffet counter with various food items and beverages.
A banquet hall with round tables, white tablecloths, and chairs with blue sashes.
A Holiday Inn hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent logo, a staircase leading to the entrance, and a parking area with marked spaces.
A modern bathroom with a black granite sink, a large mirror, and a glass shower enclosure.

2. Holiday Inn Washington by IHG

Holiday Inn Washington by IHG
Washington
  • Exciting family escape with convenient in-room cots, sofa beds, and premium entertainment just minutes from Castle Keep.
฿1,860
฿2,455 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Holiday Inn Washington by IHG
A restaurant with multiple dining areas, including a bar and a seating area with a fireplace.
A hotel reception desk with a name tag, a yellow bell, and framed awards on the wall.
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a large umbrella, and a view of a parking area.
A bar area with multiple taps, a pool table, and bar stools.

3. The Saxon Inn

The Saxon Inn
Bishop Auckland
  • Family fun awaits with arcade games, kids' meals, and terraced garden at The Saxon Inn.
฿3,333
฿4,000 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
The Saxon Inn
A historic stone building with a central tower and flag, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a picnic area.
A grand hallway with ornate columns, a wooden railing, and a stained glass window.
A bar area with wooden stools, a counter with bottles, and a seating area with tables and chairs.
A stone tower with a balcony, outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, and a lamp post.

4. Walworth Castle Hotel, BW Signature Collection

Walworth Castle Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Darlington
  • Enchanting castle stay delivers playground adventures and family fun, surrounded by beautiful scenery just minutes from museums.
฿2,979
฿3,575 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Walworth Castle Hotel, BW Signature Collection
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.
A white building with "The Avenue" sign, outdoor seating, and a green circular sign on the side.
A menu board listing cocktails and bubbles with various drink names.

5. The Avenue

The Avenue
Durham
  • Family escape with complimentary parking, just a short walk to durham castle.
฿2,466
฿2,466 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
The Avenue
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a mural of a bridge, and a large window with curtains.
A hotel entrance with a prominent 'Super 8' sign, brick facade, and a welcoming entrance.
A modern room with a dining area, a window with a view, and a bar counter.
A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a round table, and a large window with curtains.

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.
฿1,867
฿2,240 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Super 8 by Wyndham Durham
A spacious indoor area with a play area, seating, and large windows.
A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements including tables and couches, a large glass partition, and a television screen mounted on the wall.
A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white sink, and a large mirror with integrated lighting.
A room with four reclining chairs and a bench, arranged in a row.

7. Hotel Bannatyne Durham

Hotel Bannatyne Durham
Durham
฿2,259
฿2,711 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hotel Bannatyne Durham
A fenced area with a playground and a building in the background.
A pub with outdoor seating, including round tables and benches, and flower boxes along the wall.
A room with two wooden beds, each with a quilted bedspread. There is a nightstand with a lamp between the beds.
A cozy restaurant with a brick wall, a fireplace, and a pool table.

8. The Royal Oak

The Royal Oak
Durham
฿2,592
฿3,111 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
The Royal Oak
A modern bar area with a large tree in a planter, hanging light fixtures, and a bar counter with stools.
A multi-story hotel with a brick facade and large windows, reflecting in a body of water.
A bar area with a variety of liquor bottles, a counter with taps, and hanging spherical light fixtures.
A modern interior with a blue armchair, wooden shelving with decorative items, and a large window.

9. 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.
฿3,778
฿4,533 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Radisson BLU Hotel Durham
A neatly made bed with white linens and a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a clock, and a radiator on the wall.
A wooden fence with a no dogs sign, a gate, and a grassy area with trees in the background.
A grassy field with a clear sky and distant hills.
A bathroom with a white sink, a mirror above it, and a shower area with a glass door.

10. The Old Colliery Stables

The Old Colliery Stables
Durham
฿2,407
฿2,889 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
The Old Colliery Stables
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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 staircase with ornate railings and a floral arrangement, leading to a door.
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".
A dining table set for six with clear chairs, a chandelier, and a view of a building through the window.

Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

Delta Hotels Durham Royal County
Elvet
฿3,310
฿3,972 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Delta Hotels Durham Royal County
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.
A white building with "The Avenue" sign, outdoor seating, and a green circular sign on the side.
A menu board listing cocktails and bubbles with various drink names.

The Avenue

The Avenue
Durham
฿2,466
฿2,466 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
The Avenue
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a mural of a bridge, and a large window with curtains.
A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a round table, and a large window with curtains.
A reception area with a Costa Coffee sign, a refrigerator with beverages, and a counter with a coffee machine.
A modern room with a dining area, a window with a view, and a bar counter.

Super 8 by Wyndham Durham

Super 8 by Wyndham Durham
Durham
฿1,867
฿2,240 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Super 8 by Wyndham Durham
A modern bar area with a large tree in a planter, hanging light fixtures, and a bar counter with stools.
A multi-story hotel with a brick facade and large windows, reflecting in a body of water.
A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a large potted tree.
A person sitting on a sofa with a tray of breakfast items in front of a window with a city view.

Radisson BLU Hotel Durham

Radisson BLU Hotel Durham
Durham
฿3,778
฿4,533 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Radisson BLU Hotel Durham
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 room with two wooden chairs, a radiator, and a window with curtains.
A hallway with a wooden cabinet, a red carpet, and a stained glass door.

Farnley Tower Guesthouse

Farnley Tower Guesthouse
Durham
฿4,965
฿5,958 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Farnley Tower Guesthouse
A pub with outdoor seating, including round tables and benches, and flower boxes along the wall.
A cozy restaurant with a brick wall, a fireplace, and a pool table.
A glass-enclosed shower stall with a handheld showerhead.
A fenced area with a playground and a building in the background.

The Royal Oak

The Royal Oak
Durham
฿2,592
฿3,111 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
The Royal Oak
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Top Durham Hotel Reviews

Grey Street Hotel

Grey Street Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"We stayed for the GNR weekend. The hotel was fully booked, the staff were great. Lovely compact room"
helen 2-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Grey Street Hotel
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel

Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great location for football. Not my first time staying at the Sandman and would definitely be my first choice"
Ian 1-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG

Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Convenient location in an interesting historical property. Excellent restaurant."
Carol Ann 3-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG
Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

8/10 Good
"Very old hotel and a little shabby in parts but still clean. Breakfast was good, hot and well cooked. Room was good size, we had family room with 2 doubles and it was clean, bathroom was big but why only 1 hook so nowhere to hang clothes etc What makes this hotel is the staff, friendly, helpful and professional. A little pricey for what we had but apparently Durham is expensive and the location is excellent. We would return"
deborah 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Delta Hotels Durham Royal County
The County Hotel, Newcastle

The County Hotel, Newcastle

8/10 Good
"Great location, across from the main railway station. Room nicely appointed."
Frances 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The County Hotel, Newcastle
Hotel Bannatyne Durham

Hotel Bannatyne Durham

8/10 Good
"Overall best part about the hotel was the greeting when I first arrived and the location was brilliant and free parking."
Abdur 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hotel Bannatyne Durham
Leonardo Hotel Newcastle Quayside

Leonardo Hotel Newcastle Quayside

10/10 Excellent
"It was good. Located well and a nice smart hotel overall"
Thomas 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Leonardo Hotel Newcastle Quayside
Honest Lawyer Hotel

Honest Lawyer Hotel

8/10 Good
"A functional stop and not too far outside Durham. Rooms are basic but bar and breakfast decent"
Richard 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Honest Lawyer Hotel

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 Diggerland. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Durham Indoor Market and Adventure Valley.
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.