40 Winks

Hotels
Independent
9.8 (23 reviews)
40 South Street, Durham, Durham, England, DH1 4QP , Durham , GB

Facilities

Free breakfast
Wheelchair accessible
Free breakfast
Parking (limited spaces)
Free cooked-to-order breakfast
Change of towels (on request)
Change of bed sheets (on request)
Accessible shuttle
No accessible shuttle

Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and well-kept
Friendly staff
Great location
Comfortable rooms
Delicious breakfast

Categories

Cleanliness
9.9
Reviews consistently mention clean and well-kept rooms.
Service
10
Staff were described as very friendly and welcoming.
Location
9.9
Cited as ideal, close to the city centre and colleges.
Room Quality
9.9
Rooms are described as beautiful and comfortable with great views.
Amenities
9.4
Amenities were positively mentioned, with some mention of new bar.
Value for Money
9.4
Overall great value for the quality of service and experience.
Food and Beverage
9.9
Breakfast received excellent reviews and was restaurant-quality.
Overall Experience
10
Guests expressed a strong desire to return, highlighting an enjoyable stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 22:53

Property Description

Complimentary Breakfast
Start your day with a delicious cooked-to-order breakfast served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Convenient Location
Located within walking distance to Durham University and Durham Indoor Market, the hotel provides easy access to nearby attractions.

Cozy Accommodations
Make yourself at home in one of the 9 guestrooms, complete with complimentary wireless internet and daily housekeeping.

Book your stay at 40 Winks in Durham for a comfortable and convenient experience.

Important information:

  • A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.

Check-in and check-out hours:

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

Location

Guest Reviews

9.8
Based on 23 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.9
Service: 10
Location: 9.9
Room Quality: 9.9
Amenities: 9.4
Value for Money: 9.4
Food and Beverage: 9.9
Overall Experience: 10
J
Julian
10
Pros:

beautiful place

2025-09-30 via Nuitee
R
Richard family
10
Pros:

Lovely place, kind and welcoming host. Clean and well kept, and peefect for what we needed, which was to be within close walking distance of the cit centre and colleges. Grateful for the loan of an umbrella as it rained heavily while we were there!

2025-09-21 via Nuitee
J
Janet
10
Staff very friendly and welcoming
Pros:

Spent a wonderful couple of days at 40 winks hotel. Room was very comfortable, great location for walking around Durham.
Breakfast was excellent, freshly cooked and served hot. Will definitely return. All staff very friendly and welcoming.

2025-09-15 via Nuitee
M
Mark
10
Little gem in the heart of Durham
Pros:

What a gem of a place, ideal location, gorgeous views, super comfortable room and really friendly staff. One of the best hotel breakfasts I’ve had. It’s so nice to stay somewhere with so much character, if you’re going to Durham, stay here.

2025-09-08 via Nuitee
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Laura partner
10
Pros:

Absolutely loved our stay at 40 Winks, the room was so beautiful with a gorgeous view of the Cathedral. It felt romantic, relaxing and special. Only a 5-10 minute walk to get to the main attractions and lots of food options. The staff couldn't have been more friendly and helpful, I would absolutely recommend this property to anyone staying in Durham.

2025-08-30 via Nuitee
L
Lee partner
10
Pros:

Stunning property, excellent location and amenities, beautiful room and great staff. Super quiet and a couple of minutes walk into Durham city centre

2025-08-30 via Nuitee
A
Alex
10
Lovely central high end boutique style B&B
Pros:

Gorgeous place. Second time we stayed. Excellent breakfast. Close to town centre. Easy parking outside the hotel. George is great craic.

2025-08-24 via Nuitee
L
Leanne McPhee
10
Amazing
Pros:

Amazing! Will definitely come back soon

2025-08-17 via Nuitee
P
Patrick
10
Beautiful hotel
Pros:

Beautiful hotel, decor was fantastic, everything spotless and of the highest standard. Breakfast was amazing - restaurant standard. Can’t recommend this place highly enough, 5 mins walk down the hill to the town

2025-08-10 via Nuitee
S
Silvia Ruiz partner
10
Pros:

Es una casona muy hermosa, el desayuno muy rico

2025-07-30 via Nuitee
B
Brenda partner
10
Pros:

This was our second stay at 40 winks and it was even better! Warn welcome, beautiful decor, delicious breakfast. Host went out of his way to make our visit run smoothly as we were here for a graduation ceremony. We will be back. Didn’t have time to use the new bar so we must return!!

2025-07-07 via Nuitee
V
Victoria
10
We will be back
Pros:

Such a lovely boutique hotel only 5 mins walk to the riverside.
All staff were so friendly, the furnishings are so beautiful and the food is outstanding!

2025-06-30 via Nuitee
M
Morag partner
10
Pros:

Great location, so close to town centre, fantastic host, George couldn’t do enough for us. Lovely room overlooking the quiet cobblestone one way street in view of the cathedral. Breakfast has a selection that is cooked to order and is amazing, the full English is a must. Had a wonderful short stay that couldn’t have been better, thanks 40 Winks

2025-06-25 via Nuitee
S
Stephanie family
10
Pros:

George and his team were amazing and went above and beyond to be welcoming and take amazing care of us! The room was lovely, too, and clean. We look forward to visiting again!

2025-06-19 via Nuitee
P
Paul
10
Pros:

Absolutely superb. Breakfast amazing. Staff very friendly. Even has a chauffeur service to and from the Train Definitely be back.

2025-06-15 via Nuitee
J
Julie family
10
Pros:

Lovely stay with very comfortable bed.

2025-06-15 via Nuitee
A
Angela
10
Pros:

Fantastic hotel, beautiful room with gorgeous touches such as Molten Brown toiletries. Lovely view from room, a lovely welcome from start to finish. Would definitely recommend and will definitely be back.

2025-04-17 via Nuitee
K
Kenn
10
A touch of class
Pros:

This is a very well ran hotel. Staff are Friendly,professional and very accommodating.
Full breakfast was 5star. We look forward to our next stay there

2025-03-30 via Nuitee
F
Frances partner
10
Pros:

Enormously comfortable. Wonderful views!

2025-02-24 via Nuitee
M
maria
8
Pros:

I stayed on my own and felt very welcome and safe lovely hotel

2025-02-23 via Nuitee