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.
Terrace
Terrace
Enjoy food and cocktails from our Terrace in the heart of Durham city. A great place to start any celebration.
Guest rooms
Queen Guest Room
Queen Guest Room
Enjoy a relaxing stay in Durham city centre in one of our guest rooms with a queen size bed. For your comfort our rooms provide satellite TV, hair dryer, work desk, USB charging points, tea and coffee making facilities and Acca Kappa bathroom toiletries.
King Guest Room
King Guest Room
Walking distance from key Durham attractions, experience all that our well-appointed city centre hotel has to offer. Our guest rooms provide four-star comfort and thoughtful amenities including flat-screen LCD TV's.
King Guest Room
King Guest Room
Our Durham hotel features comfortable bedrooms with a world-renowned Marriott king bed. Providing satellite TV, hair dryer, work desk, USB charging points, and tea and coffee making facilities, our standard room has everything you need for a relaxing stay.
Deluxe Queen Guest Room
Deluxe Queen Guest Room
Whether travelling for business or leisure you will find that our 4-star accommodation in Durham city centre provides everything you need for a comfortable stay. Our newly refurbished guest rooms with queen size bed provide all the amenities of our standard room with the addition of bottled water.
Deluxe King Guest Room
Deluxe King Guest Room
Enjoy Riverside Views from some of our deluxe bedrooms. Our new look rooms provide the comfort and excellent service associated with our Durham hotel including king size Marriott bed, work desk, USB charging points, bottled water, and tea and coffee making facilities.
Deluxe Double/Double Guest Room
Deluxe Double/Double Guest Room
Our newly refurbished deluxe bedrooms with two double beds are perfect for a family stay in Durham city centre. They feature all of our standard room facilities plus bottled water and complimentary Wi-Fi.
King Superior Guest Room
King Superior Guest Room
Our spacious bedrooms feature a king bed with some rooms boasting views of Durham’s Cathedral, Castle and Riverside. Reflecting the work/life balance of today’s business and leisure guests, our rooms are equipped with robe and slippers, Nespresso machine, bottled water, USB ports and free Wi-Fi.
Suite Bedroom
Suite Bedroom
Relax in one of our spacious suites with separate seating area. Indulge in additional amenities including bathrobe and slippers, upgraded toiletries, bottled water, Bose speakers, Nespresso coffee machine, USB charging points and complimentary Wi-Fi.
Queen Superior Guest Room
Queen Superior Guest Room
Our Superior rooms with queen size bed offer stylish décor and upgraded amenities, including bathrobe and slippers, bottled water, Nespresso machine and free Wi-Fi, providing all that you need for a productive stay in Durham.
Guest Rooms With Sofa Bed
Guest Rooms With Sofa Bed
A number of our guest rooms offer a pull out sofa bed providing comfort and addition room type options for families visiting Durham.
Suite Living Room
Suite Living Room
Our spacious suites include a seating area with some rooms boasting architectural features. Enjoy four-star comfort with upgraded amenities including Nespresso coffee machine, bottled water, bathrobes and slippers and free Wi-Fi.
Guest Room - Bathroom
Guest Room - Bathroom
Our bathrooms have everything you need for your stay in Durham. Relax in our deep bath or refresh yourself in our power shower using our luxury Acca Kappa toiletries and fluffy bath towels.
Superior Guest Room Bathroom
Superior Guest Room Bathroom
Enjoy our newly refurbished Riverside superior bathrooms. These new look bathrooms are extra spacious with modern amenities and feature a walk-in shower and luxury Acca Kappa toiletries.
Superior Guest Room - Bathroom
Superior Guest Room - Bathroom
Our spacious superior and suite bathrooms offer upgraded Acca Kappa toiletries with some bathrooms featuring a separate walk-in shower.
Dining
Market Kitchen
Market Kitchen
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.
Market Kitchen - Breakfast
Market Kitchen - Breakfast
Kick start your day with a delicious and balanced buffet or a la carte breakfast. From bircher to bagels, fresh fruit to freshly baked pastries or a full English, we’ve got something that will set you up for the day ahead.
Market Kitchen - Pappardelle Pasta
Market Kitchen - Pappardelle Pasta
One of our Market Kitchen favourites! Fresh pasta tossed with mushrooms & spinach and served with a poached egg.
Market Kitchen - Steak & Chips
Market Kitchen - Steak & Chips
Our menu is packed full of wholesome and culturally inspired dishes from around the world. Light airy and spacious, it is a lovely spot for a quick conference lunch, a well-crafted drink or delicious dinner.
Market Kitchen - Kids Menu
Market Kitchen - Kids Menu
Healthy light bites + activities to keep the little ones satisfied.
Breakfast Buffet
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
The Brew Bar Lounge
Our Brew Bar Lounge in Durham city centre provides the perfect opportunity to relax and unwind whilst enjoying light bites, afternoon teas, classic cocktails and craft beers.
Terrace
Terrace
Our terrace provides the perfect opportunity to relax and unwind whilst enjoying city views. Open from 12:00 noon daily, it’s a great place to enjoy light bites, afternoon teas, classic and contemporary cocktails and of course, a glass of Champagne.
Recreation & fitness
Leisure Club Indoor Pool
Leisure Club Indoor Pool
Overlooking the River Wear, our Leisure Club consists of the swimming pool, sauna, steam room, whirlpool, and relaxation area. Work out in our fully-equipped gym or ask our expert team about our Personal Training sessions.
Nearby attractions
Diggerland Durham
Diggerland Durham
There’s fun for all the family at Diggerland Durham theme park. With 20 different rides and drives, a skyshuttle, dodgems and go-karts there’s something for everyone! For a family day out during your visit to Durham, Diggerland is only a 12 minute drive, 8.5 kilometres, from the hotel.
Killhope - The North of England Lead Mining Museum
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
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
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 Nave at Durham Cathedral
The Norman nave of Durham Cathedral. Durham Cathedral is the greatest Norman building in England. 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
Bowes Museum
A French Château created in the late 19th century housing collections of European art spanning five centuries. The collections contain one of Britain’s most extensive collections of ceramics. Its iconic Silver Swan, an 18th century musical automaton, plays every day at 2:00 p.m.
Shopping in Durham
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
The Historic City of Durham
At the heart of Durham City itself sit the Castle and Cathedral steeped in ecclesiastical 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 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.
Events & meetings
Dunelm Suite - Boardroom Setup
Dunelm Suite - Boardroom Setup
The Dunelm Suite is ideal for small meetings for up to 12 people offering free Wi-Fi and ClickShare technology. Every detail of your event is taken care of by our expert team, including local fare with our Chef’s homemade ‘coal’ Cinder Toffee, in recognition of Durham miners' heritage.
Neville Suite - Theatre Style
Neville Suite - Theatre Style
At Durham Marriott Hotel Royal County we don't hold meetings - we make them. Offering natural daylight, city views and cutting edge audio-visual technology, including ClickShare, and free Wi-Fi, the Neville room can host up to 30 people theatre style.
Cromwell Suite - Conference Setup
Cromwell Suite - Conference Setup
Our newly refurbished Clyde Suite is a truly flexible event space. Hosting up to 120 in a theatre set up it can also be divided into 2 separate spaces, making it perfect for presentations with group breakouts. This Suite has a built in projector, free Wi-Fi and ClickShare technology.
Coffee Breaks
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.
Cromwell Suite - Party Celebration
Cromwell Suite - Party Celebration
Throw the ultimate celebration with our exclusive packages and expert team of Memory Makers. Our Cromwell Suite is ideal for any occasion, from a charity bash or christening, to a grand party of up to 120 guests. At Durham Marriott Hotel Royal County we don’t just host events, we make memories.
Neville Suite - Private Dining
Neville Suite - Private Dining
Providing natural daylight, original hotel features, and city views, our Neville Suite is the ideal location for private dining occasions for up to 30 people. Whether a corporate event or family celebration our expert team and bespoke packages will ensure a memorable event.
Bowes Suite - Private Dining
Bowes Suite - Private Dining
The hotel’s historic features are beautifully showcased in our Bowes Suite, with floor to ceiling windows, two fire places and a balcony. Host up to 40 people for a private banquet, 60 people at a reception, or host your wedding ceremony with up to 70 of your nearest and dearest guests.
Bowes Suite - Afternoon Tea
Bowes Suite - Afternoon Tea
Indulge in a private Afternoon Tea in our event suites. Perfect for celebrations like baby showers, engagement parties or a relaxing afternoon with family and friends. Enjoy a tempting range of sandwiches and sweet things, Twining's tea selection or upgrade to a lovely glass of bubbly or Pink Gin!
Private Dining - Afternoon Tea
Private Dining - Afternoon Tea
Our Afternoon Tea provides a quintessentially British experience in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Our expert team will ensure a memorable event whatever the occasion. At Durham Marriott Hotel Royal County we don’t just host events, we make memories.
Events - Bubbly Bar
Events - Bubbly Bar
Looking for an experience to wow your guests? Our inspirational Wish List transforms your event from the ordinary to the extraordinary. Ask our team of Memory Makers about our bespoke Bubbly Bar for your next event.
Events - Gin Bar
Events - Gin Bar
Our customisable packages and inspirational Wish List are designed to be tailored specifically to you and your celebration to bring your unique vision to life. Treat your guests to a Gin Bar or ask our Memory Makers about our Donut Wall to impress your guests.
Terrace
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.
Weddings
Cromwell Suite - Wedding
Cromwell Suite - Wedding
At the top of the grand carved oak staircase sits our main suite. Boasting natural daylight it can easily transform from day to night for your special day. Hosting up to 120 guests with its own dance floor and access to a private bar in our function area, it is the perfect backdrop to say "I do".
Catering - Bubbly Bar
Catering - Bubbly Bar
Add that extra sparkle to your wedding with your own Prosecco or Champagne bubbly bar served with flavour-filled syrups and garnishes to customise your glass of fizz. Or, why not create a signature drink for guests to enjoy? A unique twist for your drinks reception. Cheers!
Catering - Cupcake Table
Catering - Cupcake Table
A tempting array of delicious cupcakes hand-crafted by our chefs; a showstopper for your special occasion.
Catering - Dessert Table
Catering - Dessert Table
The ultimate indulgence! Our delicious dessert table has been carefully crafted by our brigade of talented chefs to serve an extensive array of sweet treats to you and your guests. A showstopper for celebrations of all sizes that is guaranteed to impress.
Catering - Gin Bar
Catering - Gin Bar
Keep up with the latest trends and wow your guests with a private gin bar. Choose from our classic or tailored gin bars, fully stocked with your favourite gins and served with a selection of premium tonics and garnishes to add the finishing touch. A must-have for any party or special occasion.