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A window with a view of a cathedral and trees.

A building entrance with a sign reading "FORTY" above the door, flanked by two ornate street lamps.

A leather armchair with two pillows, one with a fox design and the other with a crest, and a modern lamp with a black shade and gold accents.

A bedroom with a large window, a bathtub, and a bed with a dark blanket.

1. 40 Winks

0.4 mi from The River Wear

James

£165

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A spacious, elegantly designed restaurant with high ceilings, ornate columns, and large windows with stained glass.

A room with two armchairs, a small wooden table, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a shower, a door, a TV, a sofa, and a cabinet.

A conference room with rows of chairs, large windows, and a chandelier.

2. Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG

Elvet, 0.1 mi from The River Wear

Carol Ann

£95

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A stone building with a prominent entrance, large windows, and outdoor seating area.

A stone building with a blue entrance, a sign with 'hdi' and 'bhang', and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

A dining area with white tables and chairs, set for a meal.

A hallway with a wooden cabinet, a red carpet, and a stained glass door.

3. Farnley Tower Guesthouse

0.7 mi from The River Wear

David

£129

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A grand staircase with ornate railings and a floral arrangement, leading to a door.

A hotel reception area with a marble floor, wooden reception desk, and a large window.

A staircase with a floral arrangement, a table with glasses and bottles, and a door with a framed picture.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a sign reading "THIS BEER", and a building with a sign that says "BREWDOG".

4. Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

Elvet, < 0.1 mi from The River Wear

John

£81

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A neatly made bed with a white comforter and pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with patterned curtains.

A restaurant interior with wooden floors, booths, and tables.

A stone building with a sign reading "ENTRANCE" and a welcoming sign above the door. There are outdoor seating areas with chairs and tables, and potted plants around.

The Kings Lodge Inn entrance with stone lion statues, a stone wall, and a paved walkway.

5. The Kingslodge Inn - The Inn Collection Group

0.6 mi from The River Wear

Laura

£119

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern bar area with a large tree in a planter, hanging light fixtures, and a bar counter with stools.

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade and large windows, reflecting in a body of water.

A banquet hall with round tables set for a formal event, featuring white floral arrangements and elegant table settings.

A modern interior with a blue armchair, wooden shelving with decorative items, and a large window.

6. Radisson BLU Hotel Durham

0.3 mi from The River Wear

Julie

£89

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements including tables and couches, a large glass partition, and a television screen mounted on the wall.

A gym with various exercise equipment, including treadmills and weight machines, arranged in rows.

A spacious indoor area with a play area, seating, and large windows.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a flat-screen TV.

7. Hotel Bannatyne Durham

1.6 mi from The River Wear

Richard

£60

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A neatly made bed with a striped blanket and pillows, a wooden headboard, a small bedside table, and a window with curtains.

A neatly made bed with white linens and two folded towels, a wooden nightstand with a tray of white cups and a red packet, and a patterned wallpaper above the bed.

A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a pedestal sink, and a toilet.

A plate with a piece of meat, a baked item, and vegetables.

8. The Queens Head

Gilesgate, 0.7 mi from The River Wear

Nigel

£60

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A wooden table with two white mugs, a stainless steel coffee pot, and a tray of Twinings tea packets.

9. Travelodge Durham

Gilesgate, 0.4 mi from The River Wear

Chris

£35

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bar area with multiple shelves of bottles and glasses, a cash register, and a computer.

A brick building with a large window displaying a reflection of trees and a sign that reads "The Old Mill."

A room with a fireplace, a stained glass window, and a wooden door.

A neatly made bed with white linens and a green throw blanket, a wall-mounted lamp with a yellow shade, and a framed picture of a tree.

10. The Old Mill

4.9 mi from The River Wear

Andrew

£80

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A traditional stone building with a sign reading "BOWES INCLINE HOTEL".

A bar area with a dark wood counter, multiple bar tools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

An outdoor patio area with wooden picnic tables and benches, covered by black umbrellas with 'San Miguel' branding.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white sink, and dark cabinetry.

11. The Bowes Incline

9 mi from The River Wear

Patricia

£100

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A spacious living area with a large window overlooking a scenic landscape, a dining area with a kitchen in the background, and comfortable seating arrangements.

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a stone wall, and a tiled roof.

A modern kitchen with blue cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

12. My Way Guest House

2.1 mi from The River Wear

Shaun

£71

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A bedroom with a stone wall, a wooden rocking horse, a fireplace, and a window with a view.

A dining area with a wooden table and black chairs, a kitchen in the background, and exposed wooden beams on the ceiling.

A stone building with a black door, a sign reading "Farthing Cottage," and two white windows with green frames.

A compact kitchen with a wooden table, a washing machine, and a microwave.

13. Farthing Cottage

9.8 mi from The River Wear

rob

£99

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a chandelier, a leather armchair, and a view of the outdoors.

A luxurious bathroom with a large bathtub, a mirror, and a seating area.

A room with a fireplace, leather chairs, a patterned carpet, and a decorative ceiling.

A bar area with a brick wall, a fireplace, and a clock. There are shelves with bottles and a bar counter with glasses.

14. The Impeccable Pig

9.8 mi from The River Wear

Julie

£309

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, each with a large umbrella.

A large, white building with multiple windows and a flat roof.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, blue walls, and decorative plates on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a sofa, and a TV.

15. Park Head Hotel

8.2 mi from The River Wear

Maureen

£81

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A traditional building with a sign reading "The Saxon Inn." It features a stone wall, a grassy hill, and a paved road in front.

A bar area with multiple taps, a pool table, and bar stools.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

A hotel reception desk with a name tag, a yellow bell, and framed awards on the wall.

16. The Saxon Inn

9.4 mi from The River Wear

Bradley

£77

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a mural of a bridge, and a large window with curtains.

A modern room with a dining area, a window with a view, and a bar counter.

A reception area with a Costa Coffee sign, a refrigerator with beverages, and a counter with a coffee machine.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a round table, and a large window with curtains.

17. Super 8 by Wyndham Durham

3.8 mi from The River Wear

£38

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A pub named 'The Pickled Parson' with a traditional white facade, multiple windows, and a red-tiled roof.

A teal leather chair with a small round table beside it, featuring a white vase with yellow flowers.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a telephone, a hanging mirror, a sink with toiletries, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A bar area with a long counter, shelves with bottles, and hanging lights.

18. The Pickled Parson of Sedgefield

9.8 mi from The River Wear

Paul

£110

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

An aerial view of a castle surrounded by a lush green landscape with a clear sky.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, candle centerpieces, and a warm ambiance.

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

A room with a large bed, a wooden vanity with a mirror, a red carpet, and a red curtain.

19. Lumley Castle Hotel

5.3 mi from The River Wear

josephine

£71

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A historic stone building with a central entrance, flanked by two wings, and a sign reading "MAYOR HOUSE HOTEL".

A cozy lounge area with leather sofas, a fireplace, and a staircase leading to another level.

A bedroom with a large bed, a bench, a chair, and a mirror.

20. Manor House Hotel

11.7 mi from The River Wear

Michael

£89

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to The River Wear

Property	Property class	Guest rating
40 Winks	10.0 Exceptional 50 reviews	View
Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Farnley Tower Guesthouse	9.4 Exceptional 255 reviews	View
Delta Hotels Durham Royal County	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
The Kingslodge Inn - The Inn Collection Group	9.0 Wonderful 450 reviews	View

Top The River Wear Hotel Reviews

Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG

8/10 Good

"The staff is absolutely 5 star! They go above and beyond and truly make you feel like a guest … they’re so helpful and kind ! My only con about this property is the lack of a traditional lobby with seating area etc, the cafe downstairs is dark and gloomy although the scones are delicious and the staff is super kind as well !"

Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

8/10 Good

"Great place to stay.Happy helpful staff. Clean and up to date room. Coffee the way I like it available in the lobby."

The Kingslodge Inn - The Inn Collection Group

10/10 Excellent

"Good to see pets welcome and good location"

Farnley Tower Guesthouse

10/10 Excellent

"It’s worth just staying there for the warmth and inviting personality of Anna who makes sure everything you need is taken care of. Lovely big rooms and very comfortable bed. Breakfast was also very good."

Stylish 2-Bedroom, Sleeps 5, Short walk to Durham City Centre, Wifi & Laundry

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice stay. Beds very very comfortable for sleeping. Host was prompt in answering questions we had. Would definitely stay here again."

52 Old Elvet

10/10 Excellent

"The only problem we had was our room was not cleaned when we had access at 3pm. There was some insistence on check in-time being 3pm with no wiggle room, which is fine, but then the room was filthy. Had to leave the apartment and wander around exhausted from travel and unable to check-in until after 4pm. To her credit Hannah, the building manager, tried to make it right with a partial refund. Otherwise the apartment was lovely and comfortable."

40 Winks

10/10 Excellent

"We thoroughly enjoyed our 2 night stay in this beautiful boutique hotel. We booked the room overlooking the Cathedral which was stunning. The room was really large and immaculately designed. The gentleman who checked us in was so friendly and helpful. The walk was no more than 10 minutes to the centre. We were so impressed with this hotel and Durham we would definitely come back."

Travelodge Durham

8/10 Good

"Overall: Very nicely clean! Lovely room, bathroom & view. A bit of a hike to get to the actual room itself, but a pleasant one. Facilities: USB ports worked well for charging. No microwave/fridge available in the room I chose, although I should've inquired about this I suppose. Was able to make instant oatmeal for breakfast using the water kettle & mugs provided. Nice tea/coffee options. Didn't try the "grab-and-go" breakfast—costs extra and doesn't seem super nutritious. Careful: Wifi also costs extra after the first 30 mins you use it per 24-hour period. This was frustrating. But it also wasn't very expensive to buy access (something like £3.50 extra per 24 hours). Friendly staff, but no one was at the reception desk initially. Make sure you have cell service if you need to call them—I didn't, but got lucky since some passersby let me use their phone to call reception. Not sure if pet-friendly. Don't use a car to visit Durham. Take the train!"

Toast Lettings | St Andrews Court - in the heart of Durham City Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Great apartment in a convenient location. Plenty of space, well laid out and furnished. Was great to have a parking space provided too. "

Other attractions near The River Wear

A nighttime scene with people walking on stairs, some holding umbrellas.

Gala Theatre Durham

7.6/10 (19 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Gala Theatre Durham, a popular theatre in Durham. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.

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A historic stone building with a central tower, arched windows, and a cobblestone pathway leading to the entrance.

Durham Castle

9.0/10 (364 reviews)

Durham Castle is just one of the places to see in Durham, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the stunning cathedral and spas in this culturally rich area.

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St. Nicholas Church

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

St. Nicholas Church is just one of the places to see in Durham, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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Durham Indoor Market

8.2/10 (68 reviews)

During your visit to Durham, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Durham Indoor Market. Visit the spas and lively bars in this culturally rich area.

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Durham World Heritage Site Visitor Centre

8.0/10 (10 reviews)

Find out about the history of Durham when you spend time at Durham World Heritage Site Visitor Centre. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its lively bars.

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Palace Green

8.6/10 (29 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Palace Green, a lovely green space in Durham. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.

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Freemans Quay Leisure Centre

Enjoy an outing to Freemans Quay Leisure Centre during your stay in Durham.

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Palace Green Library

Find out about the history of Durham when you take a trip to Palace Green Library. Visit the spas and lively bars in this culturally rich area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around The River Wear?

The River Wear is located in Durham. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 97 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near The River Wear?

Adjacent to The River Wear, Delta Hotels Durham Royal County is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. Other good choices within a short distance include Radisson BLU Hotel Durham and Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to The River Wear?

Expedia has 97 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from The River Wear.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near The River Wear, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near The River Wear.

What can I see and do near The River Wear?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Durham Heritage Centre and Museum and Oriental Museum. Durham Cathedral, Crook Hall and Gardens and Durham Indoor Market are landmarks that you won't want to miss. Local parks like Palace Green, Durham Botanic Garden and Waldridge Fell Country Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.

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Our top choices for The River Wear hotels

1. 40 Winks

2. Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG

3. Farnley Tower Guesthouse

4. Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

5. The Kingslodge Inn - The Inn Collection Group

6. Radisson BLU Hotel Durham

7. Hotel Bannatyne Durham

8. The Queens Head

9. Travelodge Durham

10. The Old Mill

11. The Bowes Incline

12. My Way Guest House

13. Farthing Cottage

14. The Impeccable Pig

15. Park Head Hotel

16. The Saxon Inn

17. Super 8 by Wyndham Durham

18. The Pickled Parson of Sedgefield

19. Lumley Castle Hotel

20. Manor House Hotel

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Top The River Wear Hotel Reviews

Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG

Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

The Kingslodge Inn - The Inn Collection Group

Farnley Tower Guesthouse

Stylish 2-Bedroom, Sleeps 5, Short walk to Durham City Centre, Wifi & Laundry

52 Old Elvet

40 Winks

Travelodge Durham

Toast Lettings | St Andrews Court - in the heart of Durham City Centre

Other attractions near The River Wear

Gala Theatre Durham

Durham Castle

St. Nicholas Church

Durham Indoor Market

Durham World Heritage Site Visitor Centre

Palace Green

Freemans Quay Leisure Centre

Palace Green Library

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