Rookhope
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Slaley Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort
Beautiful setting, lovely walks around the site. The rooms are in desperate need of updating. The pool area was nice however the pool was FREEZING!!! Service first evening in the bar was terrible, very short staffed and hours wait for food. Second evening in the restaurant was calm, pleasant atmosphere, ...
Reviewed on 1 Jan, 2026

Manor House Hotel
Top quality ingredients
Reviewed on 24 Dec, 2025

Beamish Hall Hotel, BW Premier Collection
This was our second stay at Beamish, as expected the room was a good size, as we upgraded again. We always enjoy our visits to the North East and you can not fault the staff and the food at breakfast and dinner. All staff are very friendly and helpful. The main reason for our visit was to visit Beamish ...
Reviewed on 29 Dec, 2025

Hygge at Vallum
Absolutely hidden gem!! We’ve been to the Hygge cabins a few times now and it never disappoints. Stunning location and total peace & quite.
Reviewed on 29 Oct, 2025

Durham City Cottages
Stayed for 3 nights over New Year...was absolute bliss. Late booking and the communication was brilliant to get it sorted. Cottage was immaculate throughout with everything we needed. Perfect location for walks, and yet only 5 minutes from shops and Durham centre Will be returning again for sure...thank ...
Reviewed on 2 Jan, 2026

White House Cottages
Handy location to Durham and countryside. Clean cozy and friendly clear communications. Nice touch to have some supplies available on arrival. Felt unclear where to park as other locals parked up but I’m sure it would have been clear should I have asked.
Reviewed on 11 Sept, 2025
Popular places to visit

Hamsterley Forest
Explore the great outdoors at Hamsterley Forest, a lovely green space in South Bedburn. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

Auckland Castle
After visiting Auckland Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bishop Auckland. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Explore the great outdoors at North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, a lovely green space in Stanhope. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Killhope Lead Mining Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Killhope Lead Mining Museum in Stanhope. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.
Weardale Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Weardale Museum in Stanhope. Discover the countryside and bars in this quaint area.
Binchester Roman Fort
Find out about the history of Bishop Auckland with a stop at Binchester Roman Fort. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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