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The Royal Oak

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free parking at this 3-star Durham guest house

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Exterior
Standard Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom
Interior
Exterior
Garden

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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1 Commercial Street, Durham, England, DH7 9BN
  • Diggerland
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Durham University
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Durham Cathedral
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Suite, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Standard Suite, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Durham

In Durham .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this guesthouse, you'll find Hall Hill Farm and Diggerland. Chapman's Well Local Nature Reserve and Brancepeth Castle Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Diggerland - 7 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Durham University - 13 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Durham Cathedral - 13 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Durham Castle - 13 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Beamish Open Air Museum - 17 min drive - 10.9 miles

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 18 min drive
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Green - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪New Board Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Travellers Rest - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bay Horse Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • Tung Fong

About this property

The Royal Oak

Enjoy the free parking at this 3-star Durham guest house
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Barbecue grills, karaoke, and a picnic area are also featured at The Royal Oak. Self parking is free.
  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Karaoke
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Pool or billiards table
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Royal Oak offers 7 accommodations.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Karaoke

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 12:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

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
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 accepts Visa and Mastercard.

Property is also known as

Royal Oak Durham
Royal Oak Inn Durham
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Inn The Royal Oak Durham
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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Royal Oak to the airport?

The Royal Oak is 22.5 mi (48-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 The Royal Oak?

As of Aug 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Oak on Sep 29, 2025 start from $78.78, 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 The Royal Oak have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Royal Oak.

Does The Royal Oak offer free breakfast?

The Royal Oak does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Royal Oak?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at The Royal Oak?

Check-in start time: 12:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM.

Is there free parking at The Royal Oak?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does The Royal Oak have a pool?

The Royal Oak does not have a pool.

Does The Royal Oak have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Royal Oak have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is The Royal Oak to downtown Durham?

The Royal Oak is 6.4 mi away from Durham.

The Royal Oak Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 131 out of 201 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 201 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 201 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 201 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 201 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mahesh

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay, clean, comfortable room, very friendly owners and staff. Food was gourmet standard. Will definitely book thisagain.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely, friendly stay. The room was comfortable and clean and the breakfast excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

ANDREW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A good clean room and comfortable bed. Good food in the evening in the restaurant and breakfast in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mr Ian

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

8/10 Good

Claire

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

County Durham Country Stay - Would stay again

Lovely authentic County Durham country stay. Walks into the woods and horses right opposite the pub. Warm welcome, nice people. The pub opens at 4pm so you can get a drink or sit outside if the weather is right. Reasonable prices on the drinks. All good. I would stay again. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional hospitality. Staff were particularly friendly and attentive. Location suited us - not too far from Durham city centre, but particularly convenient for our visits to Beamish and Tanfield Railway. Room was clean and well-appointed. Food was amazing! Superb breakfast with good choice. Dinner menu was unbelievable (not available on Sunday evening. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Daman

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for an overnight stay. Friendly staff upon coming, lots of drinks choices and food was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

Very friendly, good value, dog friendly

We enjoyed our 2 night stay at the Royal Oak. Food can be ordered in the evening until 8pm and the menu is extensive and good value. We received a friendly welcome at this family run inn. The full english breakfast was delicious and included in our room price which made it very good value. The bedroom was large with a fairly new ensuite shower and toilet. There are woods across the road where we walked our dog. 15 mins to Durham made it perfect for our needs. I am sure we will return. The parking is on the street outside the front.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful lovely property, only quibble was a short wait to check in, reasonable though as was busy.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Clive

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly adequate for one night near family. Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Good value

Friendly staff good food excellent breakfast comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

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

Superb value for money.

We have stayed before and were really pleased that this stay was just as good. We couldn't fault anything, from the well thought out comfy room to the great breakfast and really friendly and helpful owners and staff. The Royal Oak is seriously good value for money. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Welcoming efficient staff, comfortable room and bed, excellent, well presented food. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Martin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great food
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming and friendly, well run pub, with basic but very clean accommodation. Already booked for 3 days again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic pub/hotel. Room clean and spacious. Staff were all helpful. Bed comfortable. Full English breakfast was amazing. Lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were all very helpful and friendly. There was a good variety of reasonably priced food on the menu and drinks at the bar. Rooms were clean, the shower and hot water all worked well. Full English breakfast very good. Handy for visiting Durham, Newcastle, Beamish, Diggerland and Kynren.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Michaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms, reasonably priced.Excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika

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

Local Pub near Durham

True english pub near Durham! The owners were lovely and helpful. Good food
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

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

10/10 Excellent

Simon

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

Full marks!

Friendly owners and staff. Clean. Dog friendly. No extra pet charge. Good value. Nice breakfast. Recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

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