Set within a beautiful 18th century building, this luxurious hotel boasts a central location in the historic cathedral city of Durham, with views over the River Wear.

The Durham Marriott Hotel Royal County is ideally located just 15 miles from the cosmopolitan centre of Newcastle and 11 miles from Sunderland. In Durham itself, the hotel is only 350 metres from the world-famous cathedral, used as a set in the Harry Potter films, and 1 mile from the Oriental Museum.

In the evenings you can relax with a visit to the hotel's leisure centre, complete with indoor swimming pool, gym, spa-tub, sauna and steam room. Alternatively you can head to one of the Royal County's restaurants to sample fine dining.

The 3-floor Marriott Durham comprises of 150 guestrooms, all of which are decorated in an English countryside style and feature views of either the Castle and Cathedral or the River Wear. Rates are based on double occupancy. Charges for extra adults may apply and are payable directly to the hotel.

The hotel offers 2 dining options: County Restaurant is a formal dining experience, serving a continental à la carte menu. Open daily for dinner. The modern and relaxed brasserie-style Cruz Restaurant offers all-day dining, including a carvery buffet lunch and informal continental à la carte menu for dinner.

Hotel Facilities

General
24-Hour Front Desk, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking, Bar, Breakfast Buffet, Continental Breakfast, Elevator, Express Check-In/Check-Out, Free Parking, Newspapers, Non-Smoking Rooms, Parking, Pets Allowed, Restaurant, Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests, Safety Deposit Box.

Activities
Fitness Centre, Indoor Swimming Pool, Sauna

Services
ATM/Cash Machine on site, Internet Services, Laundry, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Room Service, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN

Hotel Policies
Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.

Check In / Check Out
You may check in from 14:00 hours onwards.
You must check out by 12:00 hours.

Cancellations
If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.

Extra Charges
VAT is included. Service charge is not applicable. City/tourist tax is not applicable.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site.

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Internet
Wired internet is available in the hotel rooms and costs GBP 6.00 per hour.

Deposit
No deposit will be charged.

Children and extra beds
All children are welcome. All children under 12 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. All older children or adults stay free of charge for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 2.

Payment - We accept
Visa, Master Card, American Express.

Directions to Durham Marriott Hotel Royal County
By Public Transport Durham bus and train stations are both one mile from the hotel. By Car From Newcastle Airport: - The hotel is about 30 minutes' drive (20 miles/32 km) away from the airport. - Head towards the A1 and follow signs for Durham. - Take the A690 into the city centre. - Continue over the first roundabout. - Turn left at the second roundabout and then turn left at the traffic lights. - The hotel is on the left. Durham city centre is pedestrianised and best explored on foot. A car would be useful for trips out of town. By Air: The hotel is approximately 20 miles from Newcastle Airport.