The Cartologist

Hotels
8.3 (434 reviews)
Framwellgate Peth , Durham , gb

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Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Pets allowed
Non-smoking throughout
Fire extinguishers
Smoke alarms
CCTV outside property
Security alarm
Television in common areas
Free wired internet
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good food
Convenient location
Cons:
Dated rooms
Occasional bad smells
Lack of breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
7.51
Several mentions of rooms being dated and needing TLC, with minor issues like smells and dirty vacuum.
Service
8.98
Frequent praise for friendly and helpful staff.
Location
8.52
Convenient access to the train station and walking distance to central Durham.
Room Quality
7.47
Some rooms reported as tidy and spacious, but others described as run down and needing decor updates.
Amenities
8.5
Basic amenities met guest needs, with some comments on lack of breakfast.
Value for Money
8.46
Perceived as a good deal for the price paid, especially for a pub with rooms.
Food and Beverage
8.51
Positive feedback on food quality and dining experience.
Overall Experience
8.48
General satisfaction with stay, despite some drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 05:42

Property Description

Unique Features and Amenities:

  • Beautiful garden, restaurant, and bar on-site
  • Complimentary WiFi available throughout the property
  • Convenient non-smoking policy for a comfortable stay

Room Comfort and Essentials:

  • Well-appointed rooms with a desk for your convenience
  • Private bathrooms with shower, free toiletries, and hairdryer
  • Cozy bedding, linen, and fluffy towels provided in every room

Nearby Attractions and Accessibility:

  • Close proximity to Sage Gateshead, Baltic Centre, and Stadium of Light
  • Easy access to Beamish Museum, Theatre Royal, and Northumbria University
  • Convenient distance to Newcastle International Airport for travel ease

Contact us to book your stay at The Cartologist in Durham for an unforgettable experience!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 434 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.51
Service: 8.98
Location: 8.52
Room Quality: 7.47
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 8.46
Food and Beverage: 8.51
Overall Experience: 8.48
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Doug8654 • couple • gb
9
2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • gb
8
Quiet bit more like a guest house
Pros:

Close to town

Cons:

Booking . Com

2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Conor • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Yuliia • solo_traveller • ro
9
Our favorite hotel in Durham.
Pros:

Our favorite hotel in Durham. It’s close to the city center and especially convenient to the train station. We’ve stayed here more than once, so we 100% recommend it.

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Jelena • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Friendly and kind staff. Peaceful rooms
Food is excellent and affordable prices
Definitely recommend

2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Emma • solo_traveller • gb
3
Not great.
Pros:

Emily was friendly.

Cons:

The hotel was like Fawlty Towers. Only saw Emily. She showed me to my room upon arrival and what to do the next morning as property was closed, she worked the bar and probably cooked dinner! Chef had night off so chose the burger but the meat was revolting and really greasy. I clearly left the burger had half the roll and chips and wasn’t asked why I had left it. Very expensive meal. Didn’t feel secure in bedroom anyone could have shouldered the door and got in. The latch didn’t work on the door and it was only a lock like you get in the bathroom the other side. Bathroom was really dated used toilet roll and hand wash etc not new just didn’t feel clean. It had a smell to the hotel and my room was right at the front where there was a bus stop right outside the window and it was a really busy road so noisy all night. Nobody there in the morning had to leave a key in the box and let myself out. No facilities to have breakfast. Parking a nightmare. Had to call up the next day to get an invoice. Not worth £73 a night. Would not be going back or recommending this hotel. Emily was lovely though.

2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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Benedict • solo_traveller • gb
10
Perfect for Durham city, convenient location, great bar and food.
Pros:

Heating in the rooms is great.

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Jane • couple • gb
8
Fair but could improve.
Pros:

The room was large. Main bedroom area was spotless. Food was fantastic.

Cons:

The bathroom floor is sinking, some mould around the bath, one lamp had a damaged shade, the other just flashed. Extension lead on display at the side of the bed. Kettle had to be moved so lead reached the socket. Mattress too soft.

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Mr. C • solo_traveller • gb
7
Good short stay venue
2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Alexander • couple • gb
6
2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Ludovica • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

I’ll ok

Cons:

I’ll ok

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Ronald • couple • gb
7
Generally good
Pros:

Easy access to rooms and layout of the premises

Cons:

Breakfast too late at 10.00am and no food available as the pub ran out of food in the evening

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Kyle • couple • gb
9
2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • couple • gb
5
2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Claire • couple • gb
4
2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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sarah • couple • gb
10
Pros:

The location was away from the hustle and bustle of the centre. The room was a nice size, and the bed was very comfy. We definitely plan to stay again.

2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • solo_traveller • gb
4
It served its basic purpose in reasonable comfort but reaction to cleanliness concerns disappointing
Pros:

Location was excellent. Pub was nice and food was OK. Live music on Friday night was excellent and an unexpected bonus. Room was a good size. Bed comfortable.

Cons:

The plug hole in the sink was disgusting. caked grime around the waste. When mentioned to the manager, I was told that he'd speak to house keeping, but he made the comment " it is a very old building". The message obviously didn't get through as nothing was done. In addition :
The toilet cistern was leaking immediately after flushing. It didn't bother me, but again when mentioned for his benefit, the manager was unconcerned. The shower bracket was loose, the shower screen had a gap under it so after showering I had to mop up a big puddle with the bath mat. Grout of tiles needed a good clean. Cups not washed properly.

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Gail • couple • gb
9
Fab
Pros:

Great location, very good prices, staff lovely, friendly and welcoming :) definitely stay again soon x

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Hiu Kwan • solo_traveller • hk
10
2026-02-12 • via Nuitee