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Radisson BLU Hotel Durham

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Near Durham Cathedral, Radisson BLU Hotel Durham provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. Treat yourself to a detox wrap, a body wrap, or a massage at Lime House Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site local cuisine fine-dining restaurant, Collage Restaurant, offers breakfast, dinner, and kids' meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a health club and a business center.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, a small table with a cup and a book, and a large window with curtains.

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(72 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a red sofa, a small round table, and a chair.

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a view of the city through the window.

Junior Suite

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a desk, and a chair.

Premium Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Room, River View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of buildings through the window.

Premium Room, River View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A riverside road with a pedestrian bridge, a river, and buildings in the background.

Superior Room, River View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Superior Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE PREMIUM KING BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE SUPERIOR KING BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Durham, Radisson BLU Hotel Durham is near a train station. Brancepeth Castle Golf Club and Holmside Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Waldridge Fell Country Park and Whitworth Hall Country Park. Freemans Quay Leisure Centre and Abbey Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Practice your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails in the area. Visit our Durham travel guide
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Frankland Lane, Durham, England, DH1 5TA

What's nearby

  • A nighttime scene with people walking on stairs, some holding umbrellas.
    Gala Theatre Durham
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A historic stone building with a central tower, arched entrance, and surrounding trees.
    Durham Castle
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A historic castle, a calm lake, and surrounding trees.
    Durham Cathedral
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A pitcher plant with a red rim and green leaves.
    Durham University
    2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Crook Hall and Gardens
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

  • Durham Station
    10 min walk
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    47 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Waiting Room Durham Station
    10 min walk
  • Greggs
    8 min walk
  • The Coffee House
    6 min walk
  • Cosy Club
    5 min walk
  • Vennels Café
    8 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Limo/town car service
  • Self parking on site (GBP 14 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15.90 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Collage Restaurant
  • The Bar

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 8 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator (65 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (35 inches high)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (31 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 4 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 15.90 per person
  • Self parking fee: GBP 14 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safety Protocol (Radisson)

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Does Radisson BLU Hotel Durham have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Radisson BLU Hotel Durham pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 14 per night.

What time is check-in at Radisson BLU Hotel Durham?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Radisson BLU Hotel Durham?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Radisson BLU Hotel Durham located?

Situated in Durham, this spa hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Crook Hall and Gardens and Durham Cathedral. Freemans Quay Leisure Centre and Gala Theatre Durham are also within 10 minutes. Durham Station is 10 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Radisson BLU Hotel Durham Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 578 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 267 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 99 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1006 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was safe and secure, staff were incredibly helpful and the hotel was really good, clean and close to local amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice swimming pool and health club also walking distance to town
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, choice of breakfast, staff very helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reception staff - Emily was excellent and made me & my daughter welcome when we arrived, she was really good and efficient and helping me with any questions or issues. The team were all fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, friendly staff, good eating options and a fantastic location on the river. This will be my go to when I visit Durham from now on.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and welcoming hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Staff & service
Staff tried to be as helpful as possible, foyer is really nice, parking was easy, location is good but the building is a bit worn out as the AC was very inderpowered
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay, enjoyed the breakfast and the spa as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel near the centre of Durham, excellent buffet breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean and a good size, the breakfast was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room. Excellent helpful staff. Breakfast was very good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location, rooms clean and spacious. Breakfast was good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean spacious room and exellent good quality breakfast amd all staff very friendly and helpfull
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lovely staff lovely hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

malay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for a night with kids . I must say that our stay was wonderful . The breakfast was delicious. Loved every bit of it specially the pan cake . Kids enjoyed to the fullest.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nkosiyabo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything from the check in staff to the breakfast made was all great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was lovely and the room was very clean and staff were friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a very pleasant stay. Amy, with who I did my check in was really helpful and courteous, and offered me an upgrade with river view, and I enjoyed very much. The location of the hotel is great and close to everything. Nice and clean accomodations. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room and shower .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely friendly staff, fantastic position, close to shops and restaurants, food and drink excellent and all areas immacularely clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a lovely room really nice service very easy entrance and parking
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jasmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really great breakfast Rooms are starting to be a bit tired but very comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very central and easy to walk to the main areas of Durham. We had a very large family room which was ideal
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room friendly sraff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026