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About the Hotel

34 Old Elvet, Durham, United Kingdom

Oyo The Townhouse offers 5-star accommodations on one of Durham's older streets, lined with a handsome mix of 18th- and 19th-century houses, now mainly offices or University departments.

Intimate Decorated Rooms

The 11 individually decorated guestrooms at The Townhouse feature espresso makers and flat-screen televisions. Most rooms are intimate rather than large, with private bathrooms equipped with designer toiletries and hair dryers. Certain rooms include a seating area for your convenience, and a fully accessible disabled room with wet room style bathroom is available on the ground floor.

Distinctive Dining Experience

The small dining room, heavy with purple tassled-velvet chairs, leopard-print carpet and faux-plasterwork and frescoed ceiling, is designed for romantic breakfasts and indulgent afternoon teas. Full breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM, offering a handsome, cooked-to-order choice including herb omelettes, pancakes, plus a splendid Durham grill, with vegetarian option. The small, chandelier-hung bar has a decent range of well-priced cocktails, Champagnes and wines.

Tranquil Leisure Spaces

A terrace overlooking the small rear garden makes a quiet place for coffee and the papers. Guests can look forward to a garden and a library at OYO The Townhouse, while classic cars and the gentle sounds of a clavinola are complemented by views of the river. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Whitworth Hall Country Park and Waldridge Fell Country Park.

Strategic Central Location

Equidistant from the city center and riverside, Oyo The Townhouse is only 1 km from Durham and 40 km from Durham Tees Valley. The banks of the River Wear and Durham University Cricket Club are 150 metres away, while cultural highlights include Gala Theatre Durham and Durham World Heritage Site Visitor Centre. The Yorkshire Dales and the Northumbrian coastline are also close by for scenic walks, with Newcastle International Airport being the nearest airport.

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2 persons

13 m²

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1 King-size bed

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Coffee machine

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2 persons

13 m²

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1 King-size bed

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13 m²

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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Centre

Durham800 m

Airports

Durham Tees Valley (MME) 39.8 km

Newcastle (NCL) 42.1 km

Train

Durham Train Station 1.0 km

Bus

Bus stop 1.0 km

Facilities

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Free Wi-Fi

Parking

GBP 10 per day

Luggage storage

24-hour services

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

34 Old Elvet, Durham, United Kingdom

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34 Old Elvet, Durham, United Kingdom

City landmarks

Church

Durham Cathedral

910 m

Castle

Tunstall Chapel

740 m

Landmark

Palace Green

690 m

Museum

Oriental Museum

1.8 km

Museum

Durham Museum

640 m

Landmark

Marquess of Londonderry's Statue

640 m

Library

Palace Green Library

690 m

Museum

Durham University Museum of Archaeology

730 m

Landmark

The Durham Light Infantry Memorial

760 m

Garden

Crook Hall and Gardens

1.3 km

Landmark

Lindisfarne Gospels

680 m

Mall

Prince Bishops Shopping Centre

630 m

Park

Durham University Botanic Garden

1.5 km

Landmark

Durham Riverside Walk

1.1 km

Landmark

Old Durham Gardens

1.1 km

Landmark

World Heritage Site Visitor Centre

620 m

Shopping Area

The Riverwalk

1.1 km

Landmark

Low Burnhall Woods

1.1 km

Landmark

Great High Wood

770 m

Park

Wharton Park

1.4 km

Landmark

Poplar Tree Garden Centre & Coffee Shop

2.3 km

Landmark

Aykley Wood Nature Reserve

1.5 km

Landmark

Bannatyne Health Club And Spa

2.4 km

Landmark

Low Burnhall

2.8 km

Landmark

Belmont Railway Viaduct

3.3 km

Nearby

Durham Market Place

Neptune Statue

550 m

Gallery

Bow Trust

570 m

Bridge

Elvet Bridge

350 m

Bridge

Kingsgate Bridge

440 m

Restaurants

Zen

150 m

Court Lane

Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill Durham

270 m

Old Shire Hall 9 Old Elvet Old Shire Hall

The Court Inn

190 m

Court Lane

Tinderbox Durham

180 m

Old Shire Hall 9 Old Elvet Old Shire Hall

Market Kitchen

220 m

Old Elvet Durham Marriott Hotel Royal County

Tealicious Tearoom

300 m

88 Elvet Bridge

Tango

320 m

96 Elvet Bridge

Dunelm Lodge

1.1 km

Rotary Way Pity Me

Barrio Comida

360 m

34 Church Street

Reviews and Ratings

Real comments from travelers who have already stayed

56%

said they enjoyed their stay and plan to return.

Unique ambiance

Attentive service

Cramped rooms

Lack of surfaces

5.6/10

Guest rating

Rooms

8.0

Location

9.0

Service

9.0

Dining

7.5

Keith

United Kingdom, February 2024

8.4/10

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.

Rooms

9.0

The room in the restorated townhouse was beautiful and so warming.

Service

9.0

The service went above and beyond, with a great friendly attitude and attentive care.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location in the classy outskirts of Durham was especially good, striking a balance between tranquility and access to nearby attractions.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was mostly enjoyable, with some minor issues noted in service interactions.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel provided essential facilities for a comfortable stay.

Ken

United Kingdom, October 2023

8.2/10

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.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms had a semi-fake but charming semi-gothic ambiance with a unique bath in the middle. However, they were too small for two people and lacked surfaces for convenience.

Service

9.0

The service was lovely, attentive, and brilliant. The staff were very friendly, pleasant, and welcoming.

Location

9.0

The location was superb, only a 5-minute walk from Durham city center and close to excellent walks/runs along the river. It was chic and cool.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was beautiful with a good selection of dishes. The themed rooms were lovely, and the penthouse and garden room with a hot tub were worth looking at.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were quaint and well-themed. The indoor hot tub was a highlight.

Unique ambiance

Cramped rooms