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The Highfield Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Houghton le Spring with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Twin Room | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Lunch and dinner served, Thai cuisine
Room (Bridal) | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Reception

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is £58
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 516 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Executive Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Executive Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2012
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (Bridal) | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room (Bridal)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
101 Durham Road, East Rainton, Houghton le Spring, England, DH5 9QT

What's nearby

  • Lumley Castle - 8 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Durham Castle - 8 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Durham Cathedral - 8 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Durham University - 9 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Adventure Valley - 12 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 8 min drive
  • South Hylton Station - 15 min drive
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hetton Centre Trading Limited - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Houghton Rugby Club - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rainton Meadows Arena - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Burn Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Britannia Inn - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Highfield Hotel

Hotel near Durham University
The Highfield Hotel provides amenities, such as a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and free newspapers
  • A lift, smoke-free property and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Highfield Hotel offer amenities, such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Thai

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 11 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Star of Siam

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 15.0 per day

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 11.00 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Highfield Hotel Houghton le Spring
Highfield Houghton le Spring
Highfield Hotel East Rainton,
Highfield East Rainton,
The Highfield Hotel Hotel
The Highfield Hotel Houghton le Spring
The Highfield Hotel Hotel Houghton le Spring

Frequently asked questions

Is The Highfield Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Highfield Hotel?

As of 6 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Highfield Hotel on 18 Jul 2025 start from £57.91, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Highfield Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Highfield Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Highfield Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does The Highfield Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is The Highfield Hotel located?

Situated in Houghton le Spring, this hotel is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Houghton le Spring Golf Club and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Adventure Valley. Karting North East and Herrington Country Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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The Highfield Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 215 out of 401 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 140 out of 401 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 401 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 401 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 401 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Very clean property Staff were excellent Overall quick and stress free stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Thai restaurant (Star of Siam) was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

Staff absolutely lovely, clean hotel and room. Full length bath was a welcome surprise.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10

Very clean, great food.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

Excellent breakfast, very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10

Excellent service, very convenient. Breakfast can be better
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Great hotel, we have stayed there several times. Lovely staff, room was great and the food was fabulous, as always. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will be back next time we visit the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Lovely hotel with very friendly staff. The hotel has excellent Thai restaurant and also a excellent bar restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

The service, food, staff were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Clean hotel and friendly staff, Breakfast was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Good hotel and bar in this area
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10

Just right for a 1 night stop
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Nice place to stay , very helpful staff and great food selection - Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10

Very nice place to stay and has good Thai restaurant
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10

Good location and food.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10

A good cost effective hotel , nice rooms and good food with plenty parking available
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

The hotel is well situated from Durham city, about 10-15 minutes drive to either The Riverwalk or Walkergate very central car parks. The family room (3 people) was comfortable, cleaned every day and spacious. The hotel has a great Thai restaurant and pub/bar (food and drinks in both areas, affordable prices). The staff is friendly and helpful. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Had a great stay at the hotel. Everything was clean, everything we needed in our room, tea making, great shower/bath. Beds really comfortable and very quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

The hotel check in was quick and effortless. Room was large and clean with free WiFi and tea/coffee facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Fantastic hotel for the money, friendly staff, very clean, good food
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10

Used Highfield many times. Always reliable with super staff. Room was big and warm with giant comfy bed. Just be aware that road noise from the A690 is constant unless you’re in the odd-numbered rooms, as they are at the back of the hotel and are super quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

Nice clean hotel, friendly and attentive staff. Nice bar, good parking, restaurant was good but not five star. That said prices were not five star for the money it was great and I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Lovely hotel staff polite and very friendly room nice and clean very large comfortable bed food in restaurant very good if you like tye food well worth eating there will definitely stay there the next time I go up north
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10

The restaurant food was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10

Hotel in family ownership and their private garage just up the road was suggested as best place for my motorcycle... very rare to get such nice treatment these days.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024