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Hotel Bannatyne Durham

3.0 star property
3-star spa hotel near Durham Cathedral

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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 room with four reclining chairs and a bench, arranged in a row.
Premium Double or Twin Room
Fitness facility
A spacious indoor area with a play area, seating, and large windows.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Eden Terrace, Durham, England, DH1 2HJ
  • Place, Top Gear Karting
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Sherburn Leisure Centre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Durham University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, two pillows, a bedside table with a phone, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(46 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium Double or Twin Room

Premium Double or Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Durham

In Durham .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Durham hotel, you'll find Top Gear Karting and Gala Theatre Durham. Durham Indoor Market and Durham World Heritage Site Visitor Centre are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Top Gear Karting - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sherburn Leisure Centre - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Durham Castle - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Durham University - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Durham Cathedral - 5 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 4 min drive
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Beefeater - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪China Diner - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Queens Head Hotel - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Shoes - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Hotel Bannatyne Durham

3-star spa hotel near Durham Cathedral
Hotel Bannatyne Durham offers its guests a full-service spa, a steam room, and a fitness center. There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

The business-friendly Hotel Bannatyne Durham also features a hair salon and an elevator. You'll have access to the indoor pool at a partner property. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Durham hotel is smoke free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Beauty salon
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Hotel Bannatyne Durham offers 50 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
The onsite spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, facials, and body wraps. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Playground
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 25 to December 27:
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Fitness facilities
  • Swimming pool
The following facilities are closed on New Year's Day:
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Fitness facilities
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Facilities fee: GBP 15 per person, per day and includes use of: sauna; swimming pool; fitness facilities

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

This hotel will place an authorization for GBP 1 for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.
Payment for the reservation is due at noon on the day of arrival.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Bannatyne Durham to the airport?

Hotel Bannatyne Durham is 24.6 mi (31-min drive) away from the Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Bannatyne Durham?

As of Jul 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Bannatyne Durham on Jul 26, 2026 start from CA $93, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel Bannatyne Durham have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Bannatyne Durham.

How close is Hotel Bannatyne Durham to the beach?

This hotel is 11.6 mi (25-min drive) from Blast Beach and 15 mi (37-min drive) from Hawthorn Hive Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Bannatyne Durham offer free breakfast?

Hotel Bannatyne Durham does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hotel Bannatyne Durham?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Bannatyne Durham?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Hotel Bannatyne Durham?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Bannatyne Durham have a pool?

Hotel Bannatyne Durham does not have a pool, but guests have access to a nearby indoor pool.

Does Hotel Bannatyne Durham have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features body scrubs, massages, and body treatments.

How close is Hotel Bannatyne Durham to downtown Durham?

Hotel Bannatyne Durham is 0.4 mi away from Belmont.

Hotel Bannatyne Durham Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 377 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 339 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 189 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1000 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff are all friendly and helpful, having free parking, not far from the city centre, was incredibly helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were delightful, and thecrooms extremely spacious and comfortable. Recommended for a decently priced stay a few minutes' car away from Durham.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely as always thank you. I love staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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4/10 Poor

Sean

Disliked: Amenities
This hotel is on par with a travel lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room - spacious and very comfortable. No hot water unfortunately for the shower. Good location for public transport into Durham (bus) and close to shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kerri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room clean and comfortable. Staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice hotel. Clean room and a comfy bed with a spar just opposite. Rooms recently refurbed
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
really clean room and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love it here thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Thanks for the special room. It was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Budget hotel, clean enough and the staff were really nice people. Very helpful. About a £10 Uber ride from the train station.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean hotel with helpful staff
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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6/10 Okay

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really noisy room- Chinese water torture dripping sound and everything creaked. Apart from that generally clean and ok for a single overnight. There are extra charges for the gym/pool.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
all good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Jason

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You cant use the spa facilities as a guest of the hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Abubaker

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay in
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

anil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Polite staff and clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Deluxe room it was not Small and tired
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Guy

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room tired & advertised as having a pool which, was significant additional cost in the small print
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable clean friendly. The reception staff were delightful and so very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were very welcoming and also helpful over the phone.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Kerry

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

Nice stay

Pleasant one night stay in the area seeing friends. Hotel nice clean and comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025