Curated luxury hotels in Durham

Built in the style of a Manor House making it one of the most distinctive hotels in Northumberland. Overlooking the Derwent Valley, this beautiful hotel is located within easy reach of Newcastle and Durham.

Derwent Manor is set in 20 acres of land and the interior is every bit as impressive as its exterior. Most of the spacious en-suite bedrooms have timber-beamed ceilings and all have one or two double beds. Prego Restaurant, with its huge open fire, serves a range of English and continental cuisine in stylish surroundings, while hearty bar meals can be enjoyed in our Antler Bar and Lounge. For the corporate requirements or for social occasions and weddings, the hotel boasts a range of Conference and Banqueting Suites seating up to 300 guests. Leisure Club with indoor pool, sauna, spa bath and fitness centre. For modern, professional and friendly service in a grand setting, any visit to Derwent Manor will be a memorable one.

With a stay at Maldron Hotel Newcastle, you'll be centrally located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, steps from Chinatown and within a 5-minute walk of St. James' Park. This eco-friendly hotel is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Castle Keep and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Quayside.

With a stay at Beamish Hall Hotel, BW Premier Collection in Stanley, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 10-minute drive of Beamish Open Air Museum and Beamish Wild. This golf hotel is 8.5 mi (13.6 km) from St. James' Park and 9 mi (14.5 km) from Quayside.

With a stay at Hotel Indigo Newcastle by IHG, you'll be centrally located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne – a 7-minute walk from St. James' Park and 11 minutes by foot from University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne. This eco-friendly hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Northumbria University and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Quayside.

With a stay at Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG, you'll be centrally located in Durham – a 1-minute drive from Durham University and 15 minutes from Beamish Open Air Museum. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from St. Nicholas Church and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Gala Theatre Durham.

With a stay at The Impeccable Pig in Stockton-on-Tees, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Hardwick Park and Sedgefield Racecourse. This luxury inn is 10.6 mi (17.1 km) from Durham University and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Wynyard Woodland Park.

With a stay at Crowne Plaza Newcastle - Stephenson Quarter by IHG in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Castle Keep and Chinatown. This eco-friendly hotel is 0.7 mi (1 km) from Tyne Bridge and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Eldon Square Shopping Centre.

With a stay at Copthorne Hotel Newcastle, you'll be centrally located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, within a 5-minute drive of Quayside and St. James' Park. This eco-friendly hotel is 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from Port Of Tyne and 11 mi (17.7 km) from Beamish Open Air Museum.

• Top-of-the-range spa
• Restaurant, lounge & bar
• Countryside location

This 17th-century manor turned hotel is nestled within 26 acres of grounds in County Durham, a half an hour drive from pretty Durham city centre. Redworth Hall Hotel is every inch the classic country retreat. Even its spa is aptly named The Retreat. And what a spa it is.

The Retreat houses a 14-metre indoor heated pool, Jacuzzi, steam room and sauna. There are ESPA treatments on the menu, and there’s a hair salon for extra pampering. It’s also home to an impressive gym with Technogym equipment and a timetable of HIIT, Pilates, dance and yoga classes.

When it comes to wining and dining, there’s the 1744 Restaurant. It’s a refined place, offering meals like beef bourguignon, grilled salmon and ribeye steak. You can even dine al fresco when the weather’s nice. There’s also a casual dining lounge by the spa, where you can eat in your robe and slippers. After dinner, the Cocktail Bar & Lounge is a must.

With a stay at Radisson BLU Hotel Durham in Durham, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Durham University and Crook Hall and Gardens. This eco-friendly hotel is 9.1 mi (14.6 km) from Beamish Open Air Museum and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Gala Theatre Durham.

With a stay at Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, steps from St. James' Park and within a 5-minute drive of Quayside. This hotel is 8.3 mi (13.4 km) from Port Of Tyne and 11.1 mi (17.8 km) from Beamish Open Air Museum.

With a stay at Clarion Hotel Newcastle South in Boldon Colliery, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Port Of Tyne and Quayside. This spa hotel is 8 mi (12.8 km) from St. James' Park and 12.9 mi (20.8 km) from Beamish Open Air Museum.

With a stay at Grand Hotel Sunderland in Sunderland (Seaburn), you'll be a 5-minute drive from Stadium of Light and 6 minutes from Sunderland Empire. This beach hotel is 10.6 mi (17 km) from Port Of Tyne and 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from Gateshead Millennium Bridge.

• Fairytale castle
• Escape room
• Themed events

With its towers, grand interiors and rooms fit for royalty, the Lumley Castle Hotel is like something out of the fairytale books. It sits on a hill surrounded by parklands, between Durham and Newcastle. It’s also opposite Durham County Cricket Ground, so you can walk to matches. You can spend your days exploring the North East England, or making yourself at home in its beautiful rooms, restaurants and bars.

You can choose to stay in the castle itself, or the courtyard. And upgrades to one of the three suites really are worth it for the four poster beds, rolltop or jacuzzi baths and countryside views. When you’re not in your room, there’s a cosy library bar to chill out in – even in winter, there’s often a log fire going. They serve brunch, as well as bits like toasted ciabatta sandwiches, sharing platters and soups for lunch. In the main Knights restaurant, meanwhile, you can dine on duck breast, monkfish or rump of lamb under a dramatic vaulted ceiling.

There’s always something going on at Lumley Castle. The hotel runs lots of fun events, from Elizabethan banquets and Motown nights to 80s-themed bingo and breakfast with Santa. And did we mention the escape room? Yep, you can book in to play Lily of Lumley without leaving the castle walls.

A stay at Hardwick Hall Hotel places you in the heart of Stockton-on-Tees, steps from Hardwick Park and a 2-minute drive from Sedgefield Racecourse. This hotel is 10.3 mi (16.6 km) from Durham University and 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Wynyard Woodland Park.

With a stay at Hotel du Vin & Bistro Newcastle in Newcastle-upon-Tyne (Ouseburn), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Quayside and St. James' Park. This eco-friendly hotel is 6.4 mi (10.4 km) from Port Of Tyne and 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from Beamish Open Air Museum.

With a stay at Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead in Gateshead (Swalwell), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of St. James' Park and Quayside. This eco-friendly hotel is 10.8 mi (17.4 km) from Beamish Open Air Museum and 14.2 mi (22.9 km) from Port Of Tyne.

Set in 37 acres of rustic countryside, Seaham Hall and Serenity Spa features a cliff-top location and views over Durham’s heritage coastline. The award-winning spa offers a 20-metre indoor pool with massage stations, a sauna and a fitness centre. Hot tubs and an aerobic studio are also on offer.

Suites at Seaham Hall are individually decorated and come with garden or sea views. Free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV and an en suite bathroom are also included.

There are two restaurants at Seaham Hall which offer very different dining experiences for guests to enjoy. - The Dining RoomShowcasing the very best of Durham's dining scene, our menu is designed with sharing in mind, featuring delicious small and large plates that use only the finest and freshest regional produce. Our menu invites you to embark on a culinary journey through carefully crafted small plates, designed to be shared and savoured with those around you. We recommend ordering 4-5 dishes per person, with plates arriving as they’re prepared, so you can enjoy a dynamic dining experience at a relaxed pace.

The historic city of Durham and Newcastle city centre are both within a 30-minute drive. The nearest beach is just a 10-minute walk away.

A stay at The Roker Hotel, BW Premier Collection places you in the heart of Sunderland, within a 5-minute drive of Whitburn Sands and Monkwearmouth Station Museum. This hotel is 10.8 mi (17.3 km) from Port Of Tyne and 12 mi (19.3 km) from Quayside.

With a stay at County Hotel & County Aparthotel Newcastle, you'll be centrally located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, within a 5-minute drive of St. James' Park and Quayside. This hotel is 8.2 mi (13.2 km) from Port Of Tyne and 10.8 mi (17.4 km) from Beamish Open Air Museum.