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A window with a view of a cathedral and trees.

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

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.

1. 40 Winks

0.6 km from The River Wear

James

₹20,066

₹24,079 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

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.

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

2. Farnley Tower Guesthouse

1.2 km from The River Wear

John

₹14,035

₹16,842 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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

A red brick building with a prominent 'hotel INDIGO' sign.

A grand lobby with a marble floor, a staircase, and a red bench.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a bathroom with a shower, and a wardrobe.

3. Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG

0.2 km from The River Wear

Shara

₹16,033

₹19,240 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

A dining table set for six with clear chairs, a chandelier, and a view of a building through the window.

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.

4. Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

0.1 km from The River Wear

Michelle

₹11,384

₹13,660 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A check-in area with a neon sign, self-service kiosks, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A check-in area with a neon sign, a reception desk with plants, and a patterned floor.

A bar area with a countertop, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A room with a large green wall, two velvet armchairs, and a neon sign reading 'To the moon and back'.

5. Premier Inn Durham City Centre - Walkergate

0.3 km from The River Wear

Ruby

₹6,672

₹8,006 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a large potted tree.

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

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

6. Radisson BLU Hotel Durham

0.5 km from The River Wear

ian

₹14,204

₹17,045 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a television, a fireplace, and a bathroom visible through a glass door.

A bar area with a dark wood bar counter and a seating area with a tufted sofa and armchairs.

A restaurant with a green interior, wooden tables, and chairs.

A room with a wooden wall, a herringbone-patterned door, and a stone wall.

7. OYO The Townhouse

0.3 km from The River Wear

Ian

₹10,576

₹13,478 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

A room with four reclining chairs and a bench, arranged in a row.

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

8. Hotel Bannatyne Durham

2.5 km from The River Wear

Erika

₹8,232

₹9,878 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

9. Travelodge Durham

0.7 km from The River Wear

Chris

₹7,020

₹7,020 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

A pub with a pool table, billiards, and a bar area with a mirror and candles.

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

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.

10. The Queens Head

1.1 km from The River Wear

Morten

₹8,393

₹8,393 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A traditional brick building with multiple windows and a central entrance.

A small bathroom with a sink, toilet, and shower curtain.

A small, well-lit attic bedroom with two beds, a desk, and a window providing natural light.

11. St Chads College

0.4 km from The River Wear

₹14,365

₹17,238 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A hotel with a sign reading 'Premier Inn,' a front entrance, and surrounding greenery.

A building with a sign reading 'Premier Inn.' It has a flat roof, a staircase on the right side, and a parking lot in front.

12. Premier Inn Durham East

2.2 km from The River Wear

Maydelin

₹5,811

₹6,973 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

A reception desk with a mirror above it, a vase with flowers, and a laptop on the counter.

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.

13. The Old Mill

7.9 km from The River Wear

Marjorie

₹8,836

₹10,603 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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.

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Durham

6.2 km from The River Wear

Kenneth

₹5,423

₹6,508 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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.

15. My Way Guest House

3.4 km from The River Wear

Jaimee

₹10,692

₹10,692 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

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

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.

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

16. Farthing Cottage

15.8 km from The River Wear

rob

₹10,653

₹12,784 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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

A person cutting an egg benedict dish with a lemon slice on a plate, accompanied by a glass of orange juice and a cup of coffee.

17. Park Head Hotel

13.2 km from The River Wear

Joyce

₹9,792

₹11,751 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

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

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

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

18. The Impeccable Pig

15.9 km from The River Wear

Julie

₹26,840

₹32,208 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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 restaurant with multiple dining areas, including a bar and a seating area with a fireplace.

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

19. The Saxon Inn

15.1 km from The River Wear

"This was a very old historical building in as good of a shape as it could be. Some uneven floors and a lot of steps to get to your room. It was small and quiet charming. The staff was pleasant and helpful. A bus stop was right out the side. Very pleasant. The bed was nice, no air conditioning, but it was fairly cool when we went in August, 2026. They had a fan. We are from Florida so the low 70's was a joy for us for August."

David

₹8,232

₹9,878 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

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

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

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

20. The Bowes Incline

14.5 km from The River Wear

Maarten

₹11,508

₹13,810 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to The River Wear

Property	Property class	Guest rating
40 Winks	10.0 Exceptional 48 reviews	View
Farnley Tower Guesthouse	9.4 Exceptional 243 reviews	View
Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Delta Hotels Durham Royal County	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Premier Inn Durham City Centre - Walkergate	8.8 Excellent 44 reviews	View

Top The River Wear Hotel Reviews

Hotel Bannatyne Durham

10/10 Excellent

"Room was very clean and spacious, very comfy bed, would definitely return"

Farnley Tower Guesthouse

10/10 Excellent

"Great place and location, Very friendly and helpful staff. They made my stay very comfortable."

Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Room was spacious and clean, a little card and a note on the mirror was a nice touch for our wedding anniversary . Would recommend"

Radisson BLU Hotel Durham

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay as always. Clean and comfortable"

The Queens Head

8/10 Good

"Enjoyable stay, long walk from town centre"

The Kingslodge Inn - The Inn Collection Group

10/10 Excellent

"We arrived early and staff were helpful in explaining how walk into Durham. The hotel was nice and had a good sized car park, all was clean and tidy, we had a nice quiet room at the back. There was a good selection of beers at the bar. Because of the hot weather we weren't too hungry in the evening but chose a selection of small plates after a dish of mussels for me and a prawn cocktail for my wife. The mussels were the only disappointment of the stay, they were tiny and I had several empty shells with no spare mussels in the bottom!!! We both enjoyed a good breakfast the following morning, which was freshly made from a good choice on the menu. All in all a very pleasant stay and a place I would happily visit again. For dog owners, you can take your dog but not into the restaurant section."

52 Old Elvet

8/10 Good

"Good location within walking distance to the shops etc Parking at the rear Excellent communication from the host Flat very clean"

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!"

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 shops in this culturally rich area.

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A historic stone building with a central tower, arched entrance, and surrounding trees.

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 spas and stunning cathedral 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 top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly 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. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in this culturally rich area.

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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. This welcoming area is known for its interesting historical sites and stunning cathedral. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 98 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 options within a short distance include Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG and Radisson BLU Hotel Durham.

How many hotels are there near The River Wear?

Expedia has 98 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! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to 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, Durham World Heritage Site Visitor Centre and Crook Hall and Gardens are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. Spend some time exploring the the natural beauty of Palace Green, Durham Botanic Garden and Waldridge Fell Country Park.

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Our top choices for The River Wear hotels

1. 40 Winks

2. Farnley Tower Guesthouse

3. Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG

4. Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

5. Premier Inn Durham City Centre - Walkergate

6. Radisson BLU Hotel Durham

7. OYO The Townhouse

8. Hotel Bannatyne Durham

9. Travelodge Durham

10. The Queens Head

11. St Chads College

12. Premier Inn Durham East

13. The Old Mill

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Durham

15. My Way Guest House

16. Farthing Cottage

17. Park Head Hotel

18. The Impeccable Pig

19. The Saxon Inn

20. The Bowes Incline

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Top The River Wear Hotel Reviews

Hotel Bannatyne Durham

Farnley Tower Guesthouse

Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG

Radisson BLU Hotel Durham

The Queens Head

The Kingslodge Inn - The Inn Collection Group

52 Old Elvet

Travelodge Durham

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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