Entrance

The original part of the hotel is steeped in history with Grade 2 listed buildings dating back to the seventeenth century. The city centre location of the hotel makes it an ideal base to visit the historic City of Durham.

Exterior

The most recent addition to the hotel stands proud on the banks of the River Wear. With some bedrooms affording a riverside view - its a great place to watch the world go by.

Lobby Seating Area

Newly refurbished, our lobby seating area is a great place to sit and watch the world go by. Take a look at the historical images on the surrounding walls and watch our hotel story come to life.

Terrace

Enjoy food and cocktails from our Terrace in the heart of Durham city. A great place to start any celebration.

Deluxe Double/Double Guest Room

These bedrooms are ideal for family use featuring two double beds. They also feature all of our standard room facilities plus mineral water and complimentary Wi-Fi.

Supreme Guest Room

Relax in one of our spacious superior rooms; offering the same benefits and comfort of our standard rooms with the addition of air conditioning, a separate seating area, mineral water and complimentary Wi-Fi along with upgraded bathroom amenities, soft toweling robes and slippers.

Deluxe Guest Room

This room offers a king or queen size bed, two single beds or one single bed. It features all of the standard room facilities plus air conditioning, mineral water and complimentary Wi-Fi. All deluxe rooms are situated within the main hotel building.

Standard Guest Room

Enjoy our guest room with a king or queen sized bed or two single beds plus a work desk and chair, tea/coffee making facilities, iron and ironing board, TV with digital channels, direct dial telephone, chargeable Internet in the room. Internet is complimentary in hotel public areas.

Presidential Suite

The ultimate in luxury and space, the Presidential Suite offers a king size bed, separate living room including a sofa, comfy chairs, TV, coffee table and dining table with four additional chairs, along with a self-contained kitchen, guest cloakroom and spacious bathroom including a large spa bath.

No 59 Old Elvet

The restaurant exudes warmth and charm through the use of rich, vibrant colours, whilst high-backed leather chairs and oak flooring emphasize its classical roots. Our team has an in-depth understanding of all the dishes they serve and are pleased to share their recommendations.

Starbucks

The Starbucks Coffee Shop is located on the ground floor of the hotel. Serving a wide variety of teas, coffees, sandwiches and pastries along with specialty offerings throughout the seasons, the store is open seven days a week.

Starbucks - Seating Area

Eat in or take away, the choice is yours at our on-site Starbucks.

Starbucks – Coffee

Enjoy free Wi-Fi available throughout the store and in the public areas of the hotel.

Breakfast Buffet

Our breakfast buffet is served Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on weekends.

The Brew Bar Lounge

Our Brew Bar Lounge in Durham city centre provides the perfect opportunity to relax and unwind whilst enjoying the city views. Its a great place to enjoy light bites, afternoon teas, classic cocktails and of course, a glass of Champagne.

Champagne Terrace

Our Champagne Terrace provides the perfect opportunity to relax and unwind whilst enjoying the views of the castle and cathedral. Open from 12:00 noon daily its a great place to enjoy light bites, afternoon teas, classic and contemporary cocktails and of course, a glass of Champagne.

Champage Terrace - Afternoon Tea

Why not try an afternoon tea with a difference? Our Miner's and Foreman's Afternoon Teas have been specially created with the hotel's link to the Miner's Gala in mind.

Leisure Club Indoor Pool

Overlooking the River Wear, the Marriott Leisure Club consists of the swimming pool, sauna, steam room, sanitarium, whirlpool, and relaxation area.

Killhope - The North of England Lead Mining Museum

Famous for its iconic working waterwheel, Killhope offers so much more to do and see, including stunning landscape, captivating art installation, fascinating lead mining history, scenic walks and amazing wildlife. Maybe you’ll spot one of the famous red squirrels.

Durham University

Our hotel is centrally located in University City and within easy walking distance of many of the campus buildings, making it an ideal base for those considering Durham as their next home away from home. Image courtesy of North News and Pictures.

Durham Cathedral

Visit Durham Cathedral, one of Europe's most cherished architectural sites, which is within walking distance of the Durham Marriott Hotel Royal County. This image shows the Cloisters of the Cathedral which you may recognize from the recent Harry Potter movies. Photo credit: Visit England.

The Nave at Durham Cathedral

The Norman nave of Durham Cathedral. Durham Cathedral is the greatest Norman building in England, perhaps even in Europe. It is cherished not only for its architecture but also for its incomparable setting. For this reason it was inscribed together with the Castle as one of Britain's first World Heritage Sites.

Bowes Museum

A magnificent French Château created in the late 19th century by John and Joséphine Bowes, housing internationally renowned collections of European fine and decorative arts spanning five centuries. The permanent collections comprise works by artists such as Canaletto, El Greco, Courbet and Turner, and contain one of Britain’s most extensive collections of ceramics, including Italian maiolica and Sèvres Porcelain. Its iconic Silver Swan, an 18th century musical automaton, plays every day at 2:00 p.m.

Shopping in Durham

Through Durham’s cobbled streets, explore this unique city’s blend of old and new with shops, bars and restaurants to suit all.

The Historic City of Durham

At the heart of Durham City itself sit the Castle and Cathedral steeped in ecclesiastical and university traditions. The Cathedral and Castle World Heritage Site was one of the first ever to be designated and the Cathedral is one of the finest surviving examples of Romanesque architecture on the planet.

Beamish Museum - The Living Museum of the North

Beamish is a world famous open air museum, telling the story of life in North East England during the 1820s, 1900s & 1940s. Whilst visiting, enjoy a classic ride on one of the many trams or a tour of the museum grounds in a horse and carriage.

Dunelm Room

Retaining original features and overlooking the quaint streets of Durham, the Dunelm Room is perfect for small meetings and events for up to 12 people.

Neville Room - Theatre Setup

This flexible room, with natural daylight, can accommodate a range of set ups for meetings and social events for up to 30 people theatre style or dinners and private dining occasions such as birthdays and anniversaries.

Coffee Breaks

Our breakout area is adjacent to the meeting rooms and enables delegates to network and connect with colleagues and friends and family with free Wi-Fi. Our food and beverage offering will help engage, inspire and motivate your delegates and is based on your meeting or event's purpose.

Terrace

The Terrace area is ideal for pre-reception drinks, cocktail receptions and outdoor meetings. With views of the castle and cathedral your delegates will feel inspired and engaged.

Bowes Room - Wedding Ceremony

The Bowes Room is an intimate room of 615 square feet with elegance and charm. With space for up to 70 guests for a wedding ceremony and 40 guests for a wedding breakfast it is ideal in every way.

Cromwell Suite - Wedding Breakfast

The Cromwell Suite, at the top of the sweeping Edwardian staircase, is a versatile suite set over 1,507 square feet transforming easily from day to night and featuring its own bar and dance floor with a capacity of 120 guests.