Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Spa amenities not up to par

Categories

Cleanliness
7.33
Some reviews indicated issues with cleanliness, including dirty sheets and a found contact lens.
Service
9.3
Numerous reviews praised the politeness and helpfulness of the staff.
Location
9.34
Many reviews highlighted the ideal and great location of the hotel.
Room Quality
8.29
General sentiment was positive, but some specific complaints about room cleanliness and decor.
Amenities
7.82
Mixed feelings on amenities, with specific mentions of issues in the spa area.
Value for Money
8.78
Overall good value reflected in positive reviews, though some complaints about costs during busy times.
Food and Beverage
8.33
Positive remarks about breakfast but some concerns about gluten-free options.
Overall Experience
8.8
The majority of reviews expressed overall satisfaction with their stays.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 00:49

Property Description

Stunning Views of Durham Cathedral
The Radisson Blu Durham, located just 1 mile from Durham Rail Station and city centre, offers stylish rooms with fantastic views of Durham Cathedral. Each room features modern amenities such as a flat-screen TV, free WiFi, and a spacious work area.

Luxurious Health Club and Spa
Guests can unwind at the PACE Health Club, equipped with a spa bath, sauna, steam room, gym, and indoor pool. The club also offers 5 Nu Spa treatment rooms for relaxation and rejuvenation.

Delicious Dining Options
Indulge in British cuisine with a twist at the Collage Restaurant, known for its signature dishes made from fresh ingredients. The Lobby Bar offers a more casual setting for light meals, coffees, and snacks.

Experience luxury and comfort at Radisson Blu Durham - book your stay now!

Important information:

Please note, the operating hours for some facilities, including the Pace Health Club, may vary during bank holidays. Contact the property directly for the schedule.

Car parking is chargeable and available on a first come, first served basis.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: MME

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs GBP 14 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 7795 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.33
Service: 9.3
Location: 9.34
Room Quality: 8.29
Amenities: 7.82
Value for Money: 8.78
Food and Beverage: 8.33
Overall Experience: 8.8
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James couple gb
10
2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Elvira solo_traveller de
9
2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Sally couple gb
8
2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Steve solo_traveller gb
10
Lovely comfy hotel with excellent spa facilities and tip top breakfast
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Sharon solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

We like the location of the property, and the spa was good.

Cons:

We could hear next doors tv through the wall, which was on most of night. Doors slamming in corridor also.

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Webb couple gb
9
Slick, comfortable and modern
Pros:

Room service was fab, if a wee bit slow.

Cons:

Room was missing some cleaning touches. Hairs on floor and in bathroom, rubbish in bin.

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Sukhvir solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Sharon couple gb
9
2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Mark couple gb
8
Good clean comfortable and nice location but at a price....
Pros:

Spa facilities, room comfort and cleanliness

Cons:

Price was high for the location and facilities

2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Robert solo_traveller gb
5
An uninspiring overpriced experience
Pros:

The location was excellent and the rooms clean and spacious. Reception staff were friendly and welcoming.

Cons:

The bar was poorly stocked and offered an exceptionally poor no/low alcohol selection.
Other than reception, the staff were generally functional rather than attentive and helpful.
We decided to have breakfast on our last day, but when we arrived at the restaurant, we were quoted a ridiculously high, prohibitive price. We declined and went elsewhere.
The overall atmosphere of the hotel was sterile and dull

2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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mo couple gb
9
2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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Barbara couple gb
9
Overnight stay in delightful Durham
Pros:

Location great and as always with Radisson Blu, very clean and comfortable. Decent breakfast with hot and cold food offered.

Cons:

It was all good apart from the car parking which was too expensive. All in all I would say the stay was on the expensive side.

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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K Dominic Perera solo_traveller lk
8
2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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Jamie extended_group gb
10
2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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Amanda extended_group gb
8
2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Miriam solo_traveller gb
10
Very comfortable and well-run hotel, minutes from the centre, lovely views over river to cathedral.
Pros:

Everyone helpful and friendly. Everything carefully thought out and well presented.

Cons:

To nitpick… I do like porridge for breakfast…

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Tamara couple gb
9
Convenient, clean and comfortable
Pros:

Riverside location. Very quiet but near the city. Very well presented hotel. Made use of the pool and sauna. Very nice.

Cons:

The food menu needs updating. But there are lots of restaurants nearby.

2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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Mrs Lisa couple gb
10
Everything was to my expectations
Pros:

Everything and the facilities

2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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Libby couple gb
10
2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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Morgan solo_traveller gb
10
Loved it, definitely be back
Pros:

Hotel and breakfast and location was perfect 👌

2026-06-16 via Nuitee