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Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

4.0 star property
Victorian hotel near Durham University

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Meeting facility
Alfresco dining, serves lunch and dinner
Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Old Elvet, Durham, England, DH1 3JN
  • Place, Durham Castle
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Durham Cathedral
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Durham University
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, River View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(57 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Durham

Heart of Durham.Within a 5-minute walk of this Durham hotel, you'll find Durham Indoor Market and St. Nicholas Church. Durham World Heritage Site Visitor Centre and Palace Green are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Durham Castle - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Durham Indoor Market - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Gala Theatre Durham - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Durham Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Durham University - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 12 min walk
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Notch - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Caffé Capriccio - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rotunda Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lebaneat - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

Victorian hotel near Durham University
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 5 meeting rooms available. A 24-hour fitness center, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at Delta Hotels Durham Royal County. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. For a fee, parking is available. A complete renovation of Delta Hotels Durham Royal County was completed in March 2021.

This Victorian Durham hotel is smoke free.

  • 150 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1630
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Delta Hotels Durham Royal County offers 150 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 49-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

In-room wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Travel crib

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (GBP 10 per day)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 11 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 18.50 for adults and GBP 8 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 49-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 30 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 15.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 18.50 for adults and GBP 8.00 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: GBP 10.00 per day (rates may vary)
  • Self parking fee: GBP 11.00 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Union Pay, and Barclaycard. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Durham County Marriott Hotel
Durham Marriott Hotel Royal County
Durham Marriott Royal County
Marriott Hotel Royal County
Marriott Royal County
Durham Marriott Hotel Royal County
Delta Hotels Durham Royal County Hotel
Delta Hotels Durham Royal County Durham
Delta Hotels Durham Royal County Hotel Durham

Frequently asked questions

How close is Delta Hotels Durham Royal County to the airport?

Delta Hotels Durham Royal County is 24.6 mi (33-min drive) away from the Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Delta Hotels Durham Royal County?

As of Dec 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Delta Hotels Durham Royal County on Jan 5, 2026 start from $81.08, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Delta Hotels Durham Royal County have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Delta Hotels Durham Royal County.

How close is Delta Hotels Durham Royal County to the beach?

This hotel is 13.7 mi (27-min drive) from Blast Beach and 15.9 mi (38-min drive) from Hawthorn Hive Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Delta Hotels Durham Royal County offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Delta Hotels Durham Royal County, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 18.50 for adults and GBP 8.00 for children. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Delta Hotels Durham Royal County?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Delta Hotels Durham Royal County?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Delta Hotels Durham Royal County?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 11.00 per day.

Does Delta Hotels Durham Royal County have a pool?

Delta Hotels Durham Royal County does not have a pool.

Does Delta Hotels Durham Royal County have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Delta Hotels Durham Royal County have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Delta Hotels Durham Royal County to downtown Durham?

Delta Hotels Durham Royal County is 0.2 mi away from Durham.

Delta Hotels Durham Royal County Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 596 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 280 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1002 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel good staff convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

SIU SHUN

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Durham Royal County is very centrally located. The rooms are comfortable and well-appointed with lovely bathrooms. The staff were efficient and friendly. Good buffet breakfast although the coffee from a machine was not great. The reception area, bar and dining room, despite being in a historic building are corporate and bland. I would recommend for the location and the rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I brought my girlfriend for a nights stay. Absolutely brilliant. We will certainly be coming back. Cheers Matthew and Donna
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent location for town centre, polite and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for a relaxed weekend wandering around the City centre visiting attractions and enjoying hospitality venues.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and great value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

jill

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot in the centre of Durham
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Mediocre and over priced

The hotel itself was clean, the staff were great and the bed was comfortable however our room was very dated, small and the bath was incredibly creaky. The quality of the breakfast was alright but it was Luke warm at best which let it down. Overall it was fine but you can get better at a lot cheaper rates.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Has the potential to be much more, parts are very tired and our room was quite noisy. On check in the young male receptionist was brilliant and went above and beyond, his female counterpart was, in complete contrast, surly and rude. Breakfast was disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Upgrade

Fast efficient check in with an upgrade to a suite!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Vicky

Business traveler
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The room and bathroom weren't the cleanest. Alot of hair on the floor. Grubby around the shampoo etc. Food was decent and service in restaurant was nice but it was really really slow. 90 minutes for 2 courses and only about 3 other tables in.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Ross

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Expedia website was not upfront about the £11 per night parking charge. The hotel was a bit of a maze to get to room(lift, corridor, ramp, stairs, corridor). Typically soulless corporate hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Noisy generator running at 3am for hours. Then hammering and drilling at 8am.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would stay again and recommend

Great location and lovely big room. Awesome location walk easily to all attractions and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great comfort

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The Perfect Hotel.

The perfect hotel! Room 229, more like an apartment than hotel room. All spotless, and extremely helpful staff. Breakfast was usual buffet style woth plenty of other options if needed. Local for everything that was needed myself as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Chia-An

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
From my first interaction, I sensed that guests who are non-white or speak English with an accent may not receive the same warmth as others. While the front desk staff greeted the white guests ahead of me with friendly conversation, the male clerk (Gavin) became noticeably less cordial when it was my turn. He also failed to mention that housekeeping services must be specifically requested. Because of this omission, my room was not cleaned the next day — which I initially accepted without complaint. However, on the following morning when I requested housekeeping from a female clerk, she raised her voice and asked, “Did you book the housekeeping service?” When I explained that no one had informed me of such a policy, she offered a short, formal apology, yet her manner remained distant. The most unpleasant discovery came when I took a shower and noticed the water nearly overflowing. Upon checking the drain, I found it completely clogged with a large mass of hair from a previous guest (see attached photo). It was clear that the bathroom had not been properly cleaned before my arrival. To add to the discomfort, when I went down for breakfast one morning, I was told that “someone has already used your room number.” Although the staff eventually let me dine, the experience was awkward....
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfy hotel

Goid comfy bed in a nice room we were upgraded without extra cost. Wifi a bit patchy when the hotel was busy. No problem at all parking although of course there is the extra cost. Good location for central Durham
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025