OYO La Spada Boutique Hotel

Hotels
6.3 (190 reviews)
62-64 Front Street , Durham , GB
+44 20 3769 3256

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Garden
Luggage storage
Soundproof rooms
Ironing service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Comfortable
Good location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Booking problems
Lack of amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
4.63
Several reviews noted unclean conditions, particularly regarding sheets and overall room cleanliness.
Service
8.1
Generally positive feedback on staff service; however, issues related to booking cancellations affected overall sentiment.
Location
7.64
Multiple reviews highlighted the location as good and convenient, contributing positively to the stay.
Room Quality
5.59
Mixed sentiments; some guests found rooms cozy while others faced issues with cleanliness and amenities.
Amenities
5.62
Amenities were mentioned as lacking in several instances, leading to a lower score.
Value for Money
6.58
Value perceived as moderate, impacted by some complaints about room conditions relative to the price.
Food and Beverage
4.63
Negative sentiments due to lack of breakfast options and dining choices.
Overall Experience
7.6
Overall, experiences varied; while some guests enjoyed their stay, significant issues were reported.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-22 02:12

Property Description

OYO La Spada Boutique Hotel is a charming 3-star hotel in Durham, offering a serene garden, restaurant, and free WiFi. Indulge in comfort and convenience during your stay with us.

Convenient Amenities: Each room is thoughtfully designed with a desk, TV, and complimentary toiletries for your comfort.

Dining Experience: Enjoy delicious meals at our on-site restaurant, offering a variety of culinary delights to tantalize your taste buds.

Accessible Location: Located just 23 km from Teesside International Airport, our hotel is conveniently situated near popular attractions like Beamish Museum and Stadium of Light.

Don't miss out on a memorable stay at OYO La Spada Boutique Hotel – book your room now for a delightful experience.

Important information:

Please note that Le Spada Bed and Breakfast does not accept Maestro cards.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: NCL

Location

Guest Reviews

6.3
Based on 190 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.63
Service: 8.1
Location: 7.64
Room Quality: 5.59
Amenities: 5.62
Value for Money: 6.58
Food and Beverage: 4.63
Overall Experience: 7.6
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Jordane • extended_group • ie
6
Pros:

Lovely friendly staff

Cons:

The noise from the toilet and shower when it was flushed was very loud, the shower only trickled water.

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • gb
2
The room and especially the bathroom was very poor
Pros:

The restaurant staff were friendly. The food was fine. The bed was OK .Good bus links to the city.

Cons:

On arrival I waited 20-30 mins for the room. The ceiling light above the dark corridor to my room (no: 5) was broken so I had to use my torch to see the door combination lock. A panel on the chest of drawers was not fixed to the drawer. The bedside lamp had no bulb. I told the restaurant staff this immediately, they said they would tell the manager but nothing was done. Then the shower did not work. I had to wash in the sink, this was made more difficult by having no plug. The shelf above the sink sloped down so was not useable. There was no TV.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • gb
2
Pros:

Ehhhhm nothing

Cons:

Everything,do not go to this Hotel,shit hole

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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jeremy • couple • gb
9
excellent
Pros:

good parking ,we ate in the restaurant we was also very good
only stayed 1 night and it was exactly what we expected

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Mahgoub • couple • gb
1
I have given very small wet room uncomfortable and was waiting for 2 days to change but not. I have then cancelled a 7 d
Pros:

Just the location

Cons:

The room

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Julian Mcneill • solo_traveller • gb
5
Pros:

Parking

Cons:

Not hot water ,shower pole on the floor ,bathroom ceiling black mould
No WAY is this as advertised

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • solo_traveller • gb
8
Overall good
Pros:

Free parking around the back, quiet location, comfortable bed

Cons:

Property needs updating, shower head fixing broken, tap needed a new washer

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Benjamin • couple • gb
8
I would recommend, a couple of minor niggles but nothing worth complaining about.
Pros:

The staff were lovely and helpful, the bed was comfortable and the room was cosy. We appreciate having an en suite rather than a communal bathroom and the facilities provided were everything we needed. As a bonus, the food at the restaurant was great and very reasonably priced.

Cons:

A couple of minor things, a cobweb on the light fixture, a weak flush on the toilet. I turned on the taps in the bath to rinse it out and when I turned them off again the hot tap just kept flowing. I didn't want to bother the staff as they were busy with the restaurant. It turned out I just had to push down on the knob as I turned it, I suspect a washer or something needs to be replaced.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Mahgoub • family_with_children • gb
9
Good place with reasonable price and friendly staff.
Pros:

NA

Cons:

Room facilities like fridges and microwave

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Salim • solo_traveller • de
3
Pros:

Booking.com war unmöglich,
Nicht einmal korrekt confirmation an OYA La Sparda.
Und ich habe auch kein confirmed gehabt.
Sparda wollte kein Zimmer geben weil er hat kein confirmatiom gehabt von Booking .com
Ich bin sehr alte treuer Kunde,sade ich muss reklamieren.
Salim jabbar

Cons:

Kunden Betreuer????

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Vanessa • solo_traveller • gb
3
Sadly would not stay again
Pros:

Nice location - owner pleasant on arrival although busy but to be expected as I arrived when restaurant was in middle of dinner service. Room large and bed clean

Cons:

Room very tired, windows dirty, bathroom very old fashioned and plumbing noisy every time you flushed the toilet or turned the tap on. No hairdryer available but decided against using the shower. No bulbs in bedside lamps, still rubbish in the bin and at bottom or wardrobe.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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christine • couple • gb
1
A terrible experience. Lost all faith in Booking.com
Pros:

Very little.certainly NOT as advertised. Dirty, in desperate need of upgrade and a deep clean.

Cons:

Room was dirty. Room was not serviced, unclean, no ‘mind the steps’ sign so I fell into the room!!! Ripped dirty curtains. Dirty floors, tatty furniture, spiders and cobwebs everywhere, dirt and half used toiletries behind beds.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Chris • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Fiona • solo_traveller • gb
6
An okay hotel affordable and friendly
Pros:

The downstairs was well presented and pleasantly decorated and I loved the pink flowers. Hotel was warm and the noise was minimal. There was a plant friendly atmosphere and I felt safe. The staff were friendly and responded to my requests positively

Cons:

The room while pleasantly decorated needed adjustments. the bathroom cubicle was in poor condition with severe black mould and crumbing plaster. the shower was in pieces but worked. Basin was loose on the wall and wallpaper was peeling. The rooms were not tender but I had to ask for the rubbish to be removed. There was one occasion when I was directed to the bins for rubbish removal. There was no milk in the room for the tea and it took time for this to be corrected.

Bedding was clean but not changed thought my stay 21st August to 3rd September. Exit and entrance of the hotel was not explained and a struggled with door system.am okay stay

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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ALPTEKIN CIHANGIR • solo_traveller • az
4
Cons:

Uzak, tam otel değil restoran karışık, güven vermedi

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Riley • couple • gb
7
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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zak • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • family_with_children • gb
6
Staff are helpful but the room we stayed in are in need of proper TLC.
Pros:

I like the very helpful kitchen staff who allow us to leave our bags in the premises and the other person who waited and let us in after out of hours check in.

Cons:

Wear and tear furniture and uncleanliness of the room.

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Emma • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Laura • couple • gb
8
Amazing place had a comfortable stay and place is easy to locate
Pros:

Easy to locate
Very good host

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee