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OYO The Townhouse

4.0 star property
4-star inn near Durham University

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Bijoux Loft | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes
Restaurant
The Hideaway | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers
Front of property - evening/night
Reception

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

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34 Old Elvet, Durham, England, DH1 3HN
  • Durham Castle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Durham Cathedral
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Durham University
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Edwardian Express | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Edwardian Express

  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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The Hideaway | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

The Hideaway

  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Garden Room - Hot Tub | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Garden Room - Hot Tub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Le Jardin - Hot Tub | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Le Jardin - Hot Tub

  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Cruise | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Cruise

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Penthouse | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Penthouse

  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Azzurri | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Azzurri

  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Midas | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Midas

  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Eden Lodge - Hot Tub | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Eden Lodge - Hot Tub

  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Bijoux Loft | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Bijoux Loft

  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Durham

In Durham .Your stay at this Durham inn places you within a 10-minute walk of Durham Indoor Market and St. Nicholas Church. Durham World Heritage Site Visitor Centre and Durham Heritage Centre and Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Durham Castle - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Gala Theatre Durham - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Durham Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Durham University - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Crook Hall and Gardens - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 14 min walk
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪19 Twenty Bar And Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Notch - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Library - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Neighbourhood - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Zen - ‬2 min walk

About this property

OYO The Townhouse

4-star inn near Durham University
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A library, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at OYO The Townhouse. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Durham inn is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
OYO The Townhouse offers 10 accommodations with espresso makers and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Durham inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 10 per night)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 10.0 per night.

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.

  • Self parking fee: GBP 10 per night
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per night

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 reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Townhouse Inn Durham
Townhouse Inn
Townhouse Durham
Townhouse
The Townhouse
OYO The Townhouse Inn
OYO The Townhouse Durham
OYO The Townhouse Inn Durham

Frequently asked questions

How close is OYO The Townhouse to the airport?

OYO The Townhouse is 25.3 mi (32-min drive) away from the Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does OYO The Townhouse have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at OYO The Townhouse.

How close is OYO The Townhouse to the beach?

This inn is 13.8 mi (28-min drive) from Blast Beach and 15.8 mi (37-min drive) from Hawthorn Hive Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does OYO The Townhouse offer free breakfast?

OYO The Townhouse offers free English breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at OYO The Townhouse?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at OYO The Townhouse?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at OYO The Townhouse?

Free parking is not available at this inn. Self parking is available for GBP 10 per night.

Does OYO The Townhouse have a pool?

OYO The Townhouse does not have a pool.

Does OYO The Townhouse have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is OYO The Townhouse to downtown Durham?

OYO The Townhouse is 0.3 mi away from Durham.

OYO The Townhouse Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 192 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 192 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 192 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 192 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 192 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overpriced considering the condition of the hotel. Very dated. Friendly staff though.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria, Tunbridge Wells

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely if slightly quirky property with friendly staff in a great location Missing a few of the amenities you might be used to in a major mainstream hotel chain but made up for with welcoming and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Mixed feelings... great staff and hotel, poor room

Daniel and his staff are very friendly and do a good job. The hotel reception, bar and restaurant are all of a very good standard. The theme of the rooms is good. Its a really hard review to give as the hotel is nice and I know Daniel has only had the hotel since January but on this occasion the room fell short The room was themed as a cruise line. Colours and furniture were all matching the theme. Few points room needs a bin as the tiny bin in bathroom was not suitable. Some blackout blinds are needed as the curtains are very pale and let lots of light in. The room does need some attention there was damage to the decor and lots of bits wrong. The bathroom was probably the worst bit. Needs lots of attention. Mixed fittings, shower temperamental, bath needs resealing Would I stay here again, I would but just not in the cruise room
Damage to wallpaper
Sindows need painting
Damaged shower
Miising hot top off tap
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

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

Fab

Fabulous stay, staff so helpful and friendly. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mick

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Date night

Perfect couples night
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Nice Interiors, Shame about the Guests & Breakfast

I stayed here with my boyfriend as Valentine Weekend Treat. A nice hotel utterly let down by the behaviour of other guests who were drunk, shouting, arguing loudly, and then the sound of vomiting from 11pm- 3.30am. Reception is not staffed overnight so there was no-one to report this to during the night. Breakfast was supposed to Full English, À la Carte, Continental and Vegetarian, but it was cereal and meat-based Full English only. There was no-one to report these issues to upon check-out (reception unstaffed). I tried for a week to email the hotel to report my experience, and I received no reply. With so many other nice hotels in the city, I would recommend avoiding this one and going elsewhere.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Was more like a doss house, would not book again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay. Lovely hosts
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a fantastic stay for our wedding Anniversary would definately recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Small lapse in room preparation.

Unfortunately whoever had prepared the room had left behind the dirty pillow cases from the previous guest on the floor. Apart from that we had a perfectly fine stay but than again we only stayed one night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Elizabeth

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I booked a room at The Town House months ago for a surprise for my Husband on our 10th wedding anniversary. The room was pricey at £176 but I had seen some fabulous photos on facebook and I thought it would be worth the price. A couple of weeks ago I contacted the lady at the reception desk and asked if I could upgrade because I had seen better rooms with breakfast added at cheaper prices on their facebook page. The receptionist was very helpful but pointed out that as I had booked through hotels . Com there was nothing I could do but kindly said that if any of the luxury rooms were still available on the 24th August they would upgrade and make it special for our anniversary. We also booked Sunday lunch at the town house. We arrived at the hotel yesterday and was shown our hotel room. It was very disappointing. The room was small and quite frankly grotty . The ceiling was water damaged with plaster and paint missing and it was all very worn . When we went downstairs the guy on the desk asked if everything was ok with the room . I said I was very disappointed as the room was far below the standard we were expecting and nothing had been arranged to make our room special for our anniversary as promised. The guy at the reception apologised and told us that the hotel has changed hands . He also told us there wasn’t a chef now so there were no Sunday lunches. This was the first time we had been informed about this. Later on our shower leaked into the room below.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little boutique hotel right near the centre of Durham. Staff are great, would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tom

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Si

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

Birthday Break

Outstanding room, with everything you need to relax, short walk to city centre this hotel & room give you everything!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dillon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were amazed by our stay at OYO townhouse. We stayed in Le Jardin room and know Durham well. It surpassed all expectations with a truly gorgeous room with a beautiful that was also very private. The hot tub was super and lit up lovely in the evening/night. The service was exceptional and we were well looked after by a range of people. The hotel bar was really lovely too and we enjoyed this before and after meals. We were lucky enough to get engaged on our stay here and it made the whole trip even more memorable. Nothing to fault from the whole experience!

10/10 Excellent

Trudi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

James

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic room love the unquie less of what the room..great location and friendly helpful reception staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Crystal

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointed!

Myself and husband thought we would book in for our 12th anniversary when we arrived we didn’t get a warm welcome it was dull and miserable we got showed to our room when we arrived inside the room it was cold the room was dark and dull only one window was to be open if needed as the other one had a sticker on it saying it need’s replacing then to find loads off small hairs in side the bath tub as we was just about to take a shower it was disgusting definitely hasn’t been cleaned properly when checking out in the morning there was no one on the desk we waited for 15 minutes! We left the room key on the counter as we had to dash of I wouldn’t be in a rush to return to this hotel definitely not worth the money it’s such a shame this hotel has gone right down the hill it used to be beautiful and clean since new owner have taken it over it’s definitely not the same we didn’t enjoy our stay we was very disappointed!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024