Title: The Royal Oak Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Royal Oak Guesthouse in Durham with restaurant and bar/lounge ## Photo gallery for The Royal Oak ![Exterior - The Royal Oak (Durham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4490000/4482200/4482166/cb387d9a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Garden - The Royal Oak (Durham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4490000/4482200/4482166/58943503.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Royal Oak (Durham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4490000/4482200/4482166/6f609eec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom - The Royal Oak (Durham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4490000/4482200/4482166/91eae2b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Royal Oak (Durham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4490000/4482200/4482166/546783bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Royal Oak, where warm hospitality and lively entertainment come together. Enjoy a hearty meal at the restaurant, unwind with karaoke or cycling activities, and stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. With bike rentals available and a front-desk safe for added convenience, this guesthouse has left guests praising the helpful staff. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Bar - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi £68 includes taxes & fees 14 Dec - 15 Dec ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 12 - Dec 13](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-13&selected=4482166&PinnedHotelID=4482166&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-13&selected=4482166&PinnedHotelID=4482166&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 13 - Dec 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-13&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=4482166&PinnedHotelID=4482166&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-13&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=4482166&PinnedHotelID=4482166&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 12 - Dec 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=4482166&PinnedHotelID=4482166&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=4482166&PinnedHotelID=4482166&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 19 - Dec 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=4482166&PinnedHotelID=4482166&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=4482166&PinnedHotelID=4482166&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 3+ beds 1 bed 2 beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Suite, Ensuite ![Standard Suite, Ensuite | 1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4490000/4482200/4482166/0131c1e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Suite, Ensuite 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Fireplace Separate bedroom Hairdryer Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Desk In-room safe - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite ![Standard Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4490000/4482200/4482166/91eae2b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, Ensuite 9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews ### Highlights Separate bedroom Hairdryer Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Desk In-room safe Iron/ironing board - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Ensuite ![Standard Twin Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4490000/4482200/4482166/8167b0b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room, Ensuite 9.6 Exceptional 7 reviews ### Highlights Separate bedroom Hairdryer Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Desk In-room safe Iron/ironing board - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDurham-Hotels-The-Royal-Oak.h4482166.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDurham-Hotels-The-Royal-Oak.h4482166.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.78342%2C-1.73535&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=DpBNScQ7jFeFVHbhdjp-XO2Dd9A=) 1 Commercial Street, Durham, England, DH7 9BN #### What's nearby - Diggerland \- 7 min drive \- 4.1 miles - Hall Hill Farm \- 8 min drive \- 4.9 miles - Durham University \- 13 min drive \- 8.5 miles - Durham Cathedral \- 13 min drive \- 8.3 miles - Durham Castle \- 13 min drive \- 8.3 miles #### Getting around - Durham Station - 18 min drive - Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.) - 48 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The New Board Inn - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Flass Pub - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Kings Head - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Travellers Rest - ‬7 min drive - ‪Greggs - ‬6 min drive ## About this property ### The Royal Oak Property highlights The Royal Oak provides amenities, such as a bar and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. 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special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Royal Oak Durham Royal Oak Inn Durham Royal Oak Inn Durham Royal Oak Durham Inn The Royal Oak Durham Durham The Royal Oak Inn The Royal Oak Durham Royal Oak Inn Royal Oak Inn The Royal Oak The Royal Oak Durham The Royal Oak Guesthouse The Royal Oak Guesthouse Durham ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Royal Oak pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Oak? ### How much is parking at The Royal Oak? ### What time is check-in at The Royal Oak? ### What time is check-out at The Royal Oak? ### Where is The Royal Oak located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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