OYO THE TOWNHOUSE, Durham – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Accommodations
The Townhouse offers 11 individually decorated guestrooms spread across three floors in a Georgian building. Rooms feature espresso makers, flat-screen TVs, and private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations. Designer toiletries and hair dryers are provided. Most rooms are intimate in size, with some offering seating areas. A ground-floor accessible room includes a wet room style bathroom.
Dining & Drinks
Breakfast is served from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays, with options including herb omelettes, pancakes, and the Durham grill with vegetarian alternatives. The chandelier-hung bar serves cocktails, Champagne, and wines starting from £19.
Leisure & Surroundings
The hotel features a terrace overlooking the small rear garden, a library, and complimentary wireless Internet access. The banks of the River Wear and Durham University Cricket Club are 150 meters away. Fishing is available on surrounding waters. The Yorkshire Dales and Northumbrian coastline are nearby for walks.
Location & Transport
The Townhouse is located on one of Durham's older streets, equidistant from the city center and riverside. It is 1 km from Durham city, 40 km from Durham Tees Valley Airport, and 40 km from Newcastle International Airport. Public parking costs GBP 1 per hour. Nearby landmarks include Elvet Bridge, Durham Cathedral, and Palace Green, all within 0.5-1 km.
Services & Facilities
This smoke-free inn operates with around a dozen local staff. Services include luggage storage, wedding services, and a fire extinguisher and smoke detector for safety. The property has a garden and offers room amenities such as minibars, tea and coffee facilities, and heating.
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Getting around
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Housekeeping
Dining
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Cots
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
Room features
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Staying at this hotel was a delight! The beautiful and welcoming room in the wonderfully restored townhouse set a cozy tone, but it was a small downside not to find ice in the ice bucket. The service was exceptional, with the staff going out of their way to show us around and provide great friendly assistance. The location, in the classy outskirts of Durham, was perfect for quiet relaxation yet conveniently close to excellent walks and dining options. Though the dining experience had some room for improvement, the overall stay was pleasant.
The hotel had smaller rooms than expected from the website photos, but with a semi-fake yet charming semi-gothic ambiance. The bath in the middle of the room was a unique experience. The rooms were individually unique but too small for two people, lacking surfaces for convenience.
