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The City Hotel
3 stars

The City Hotel

84 New Elvet, Durham, DH1 3AQ, United Kingdom
Durham, United Kingdom
See location+44 191 384 5325
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$91
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rate per night

8.4
Very good
based on 1330 reviews
1,330 reviews
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Nightly total
Superior room
Double room
King room

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Overview

Set in Durham and within 12 km of Lumley Castle, The City Hotel has a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. This 3-star inn offers dry cleaning services and luggage storage space. Beamish Museum is 20 km from the inn and Stadium of Light is 25 km away. All guest rooms in the inn are fitted with a TV. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, some units at The City Hotel also feature a city view. The accommodation offers an à la carte or Full English/Irish breakfast. The City Hotel offers a sun terrace. Guests at the inn will be able to enjoy activities in and around Durham, like cycling. Sage Gateshead is 26 km from The City Hotel, while Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art is 26 km from the property. Teesside International Airport is 39 km away.
8.4
Very good rating
Based on 1,330 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for The City Hotel

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
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Amenities at The City Hotel

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet
  • Parking
  • Laundry service

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Body soap
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Toaster
  • Refrigerator

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Media and entertainment

  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

General

  • Carpeted
  • City view
  • Storage available

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • EV charging station

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

Bedroom

  • Electric blankets
  • Clothes rack

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio

Workspace

  • Desk

Things to do

  • Cycling

Services and conveniences

  • Express check-out

Reviews of The City Hotel

8.4
Very good
1330 verified ratings
Wonderful
635
Very good
336
Good
197
Okay
71
Fair
43
Mediocre
21
Poor
27

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's great location and cleanliness, highlighting the friendly service provided by the staff. However, many reviews pointed out issues with bed comfort and noise levels, especially from traffic and nearby establishments. Overall, the hotel offers good value for money, but improvements in comfort and sound insulation are needed.
AI-Generated from customer reviews
Location10 out of 10
Cleanliness9.5 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Value for Price8.5 out of 10
Bed Comfort3 out of 10
Noise Level2.5 out of 10
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Location

84 New Elvet, Durham, DH1 3AQ

What's nearby

  • Palace Green246 yd
  • Durham Heritage Centre and Museum286 yd
  • Durham Castle307 yd
  • St. Nicholas Church312 yd
  • Gala Theatre Durham359 yd
  • Durham Cathedral365 yd
  • Durham Indoor Market367 yd
  • The Gates Shopping Centre0.3 mi
  • Crook Hall and Gardens0.5 mi
  • Durham University Library0.5 mi
  • Maiden Castle0.6 mi
  • DLI Museum and Durham Art Gallery0.7 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about The City Hotel

Low season

April

High season

June

Average price (weeknight)

$93

Average price (weekend night)

$154
Cheapest month to stay with an average 18% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 60% rise in price.
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When to book a room at The City Hotel

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The City Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The City Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in April and July.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The City Hotel, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Thursday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The City Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $154, while the most expensive was $154.
  • How long should you stay at The City Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.
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FAQs when booking at The City Hotel

  • Where is The City Hotel located?

    The City Hotel is located at 84 New Elvet, 0.5 miles from the center of Durham. Palace Green is the closest landmark to The City Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The City Hotel?

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at The City Hotel.

  • Does The City Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The City Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The City Hotel from the airport?

    The City Hotel is 18.8 miles from Newcastle upon Tyne. The City Hotel is 19 miles from Darlington Teesside Intl.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The City Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The City Hotel in Durham and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at The City Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for The City Hotel.

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Good to know

Value for money

9.0

Distance to city center

0.5 mi

Nearest Airport

Newcastle upon Tyne

Distance to airport

18.7 mi