The City Hotel Durham, Durham ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

84 New Elvet, Durham, United Kingdom

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

Private Bathroom Double Room

Max:

2 persons

15 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

City view

Shower

Heating

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Quadruple Room

Max:

2 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

City view

Shower

Heating

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Superior Room

Max:

1 person

10 m²

Bed options:

1 Single bed

Shower

Heating

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

Durham3000 ft

Airports

Durham Tees Valley (MME) 24.8 mi

Newcastle (NCL) 26.1 mi

Train

Durham Train Station2700 ft

Bus

Bus stop2300 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

Baggage storage

24-hour services

General

No smoking on site
No parking
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Security
Baggage storage

Sports & Fitness

Cycling

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning

Dining

Bar/ Lounge area

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Electric blankets

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

84 New Elvet, Durham, United Kingdom

Map view

84 New Elvet, Durham, United Kingdom

City landmarks

Church

Durham Cathedral

2700 ft

Castle

Tunstall Chapel

2100 ft

Museums

Oriental Museum

1.1 mi

Garden

Crook Hall and Gardens

3900 ft

Market Place

Marquess of Londonderry's Statue

3400 ft

Museums

Durham University Museum of Archaeology

3700 ft

Durham Riverside Walk

3500 ft

Parks

Durham University Botanic Garden

5000 ft

Old Durham Gardens

3200 ft

Shopping Area

The Riverwalk

2800 ft

Low Burnhall Woods

3200 ft

Parks

Wharton Park

4300 ft

A Durham University wood

Great High Wood

2700 ft

7 Owengate

World Heritage Site Visitor Centre

3600 ft

Durham DH1 5TT

Aykley Wood Nature Reserve

4700 ft

Shincliffe Village Hall Lane

Poplar Tree Garden Centre & Coffee Shop

1.3 mi

And Spa - Durham Eden Terrace

Bannatyne Health Club And Spa

1.6 mi

South Rd

Low Burnhall

1.7 mi

Durham DH1 1SS

Belmont Railway Viaduct

2.1 mi

Nearby

Bailey Ct

Palace Green

1900 ft

Durham Market Place

Neptune Statue

1400 ft

Museums

Durham Museum

1700 ft

Market Place

The Durham Light Infantry Memorial

1700 ft

Libraries

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

Bridges

Elvet Bridge

700 ft

Bridges

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

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

84%

liked the hotel and would stay again

clean

friendly staff

limited dining options

not the cheapest

8.4/10

Great

Rooms

8.6

Location

9.6

Service

8.9

Dining

7.3

Daniel

United Kingdom, May 2024

8.6/10

The hotel is in a prime location, right in the heart of the city with easy access to everything. The rooms are spacious and modern, offering a fridge and a convenient bedside table. The service is top-notch with attentive housekeeping and a welcoming environment. However, the dining experience could be improved with more variety. The facilities are well-maintained and add to the overall convenience.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are spacious and modern, equipped with a fridge and convenient bedside table.

Service

9.0

The service is top-notch with attentive housekeeping and a welcoming atmosphere.

Location

10.0

The hotel is right in the center of the city, offering easy access to everything.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience could be improved with more variety.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities are well-maintained and convenient for guests.

Cynthia

United States of America, March 2024

8.4/10

My stay at the hotel was terrific! The location was perfect, right in the center of everything with cozy rooms and friendly service. However, the dining experience left something to be desired with limited options. The facilities were great, making it a good value for money.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were cozy and clean, with a bedside table beside the bed for convenience.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, from housekeeping to the friendly welcome drink and happy hour.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was spot-on, so close to the city center, making it super convenient for exploring.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good, with freshly squeezed juice included, but could have had more variety.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were top-notch, ensuring a pleasant stay.

Ralph

United Kingdom, January 2024

8.6/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The rooms were clean and comfy with great facilities. The service was top-notch, but there were a few hiccups with the dining options. The location was superb, offering easy access to exciting nightlife and attractions. The price was reasonable for the value received.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were cozy and well-equipped, complete with a fridge and a bedside table. The beds were super comfortable.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, from the friendly housekeeping to the nice welcome drink and happy hour arrangements.

Location

10.0

The hotel is centrally located, making it easy to explore the town, especially with its proximity to the lively nightclubs and key attractions like the cathedral.

Dining

7.0

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers great facilities that cater to various needs, ensuring a convenient and enjoyable stay for all guests.

Fred

United States of America, November 2023

9.4/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The rooms were clean and comfy, and the staff was super friendly. The location is perfect, close to all the attractions. However, the dining options were a bit limited. Overall, it's a great value for the money.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spotless with a nice shower and a fridge. The beds were super comfortable, and there was a handy bedside table beside each bed.

Service

10.0

The service was top-notch, from housekeeping to the welcome drink and happy hour specials. The staff really went above and beyond.

Location

10.0

The hotel is located right in the heart of the city, making it so convenient to explore. Everything is so close by, it's perfect.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was fantastic, especially with the included dairy products. Breakfast was a delight every morning.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were top-notch, providing everything I needed for a comfortable stay. Everything was modern and well-maintained.

clean

limited dining options

Tom

United Kingdom, October 2023

8.2/10

This hotel is a gem! It offers clean and comfortable rooms with a friendly staff to make you feel at home. The dining experience could use some improvements, but overall, it's a fantastic place to stay with great value for money.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were clean and cozy, providing a comfortable stay.

Service

8.0

The housekeeping service was top-notch, and the welcome drink added a nice touch to the arrival experience.

Location

9.0

The hotel is conveniently located near the city center, making it easy to explore the town and visit Durham Cathedral.

Dining

7.0

The included dining options, like the fresh cheese bread, were delightful, enhancing the overall stay.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers a range of amenities, ensuring a pleasant and convenient stay for guests.

John

United States of America, June 2023

8.2/10

The hotel is conveniently located near the city center with easy walking access to the cathedral. The rooms are comfortable and clean, but the dining experience could be improved. The service is friendly and attentive. Overall, it offers good value for money.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are comfortable and clean with a fridge and a bedside table.

Service

9.0

The service was friendly and attentive.

Location

9.0

The hotel is in a central position with easy walking access to the cathedral.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience could be improved.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers good facilities.

Alfred

United Kingdom, May 2023

8.4/10

The hotel is amazingly located right in the center, making it convenient for exploring all the attractions. The rooms are modern and spacious with a comfy bed, perfect for a good night's sleep. However, the dining options are a bit limited, and the Wi-Fi is not included in the price, which is a minor drawback.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are modern and spacious, with a comfy bed for a restful stay.

Service

8.0

The staff is friendly and accommodating, always ready to assist with a warm welcome.

Location

10.0

The hotel is right in the center, close to all the attractions, making it super convenient for exploring.

Dining

7.0

The dining options are a bit limited, which may leave you wanting more variety.