Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

Property class: 4
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A formal dining room with a long table set for a meal, white chairs, and a decorative giraffe balloon arrangement.
A staircase with a floral arrangement, a table with glasses and bottles, and a door with a framed picture.
A dining table set for six with clear chairs, a chandelier, and a view of a building through the window.
A grand staircase with ornate railings and a floral arrangement, leading to a door.
A hotel reception area with a marble floor, wooden reception desk, and a large window.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

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

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, River View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom

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

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Durham

Located in Elvet, Delta Hotels Durham Royal County is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Durham Cathedral and Durham University. This 150-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Durham Castle - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Gala Theatre Durham - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Durham Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Durham University - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Crook Hall and Gardens - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Rotunda Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The City - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Zen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Greggs - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

Delta Hotels Durham Royal County features a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. Self parking is offered for GBP 11.00 per day. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with concierge services and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a terrace.
49-inch flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with WiFi. Beds are dressed in pillow menus and down comforters, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, safes, and phones. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

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Property amenities

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)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 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 restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Cast Iron Bar
  • Cast Iron Grill
  • Cast Iron Terrace

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Terrace

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

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1630
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • 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

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 30 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Dogs only
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 15.00 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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 15.00 per stay

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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: noon
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

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

Is a free cancellation option available at Delta Hotels Durham Royal County?

Delta Hotels Durham Royal County provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Sep 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Delta Hotels Durham Royal County on Oct 11, 2026 start from $138, including 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.

What is there to do around Delta Hotels Durham Royal County?

This hotel is situated in Elvet, just steps from The River Wear and Durham World Heritage Site Visitor Centre, and within a short walk of Gala Theatre Durham. You'll also find Durham Castle and Crook Hall and Gardens less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Delta Hotels Durham Royal County?

Yes, parking is offered for GBP 11 per day. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Delta Hotels Durham Royal County include a casino at the property?

No, Delta Hotels Durham Royal County doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Delta Hotels Durham Royal County?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Delta Hotels Durham Royal County?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront hotel include a pillow menu as well as an al fresco restaurant and a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at Delta Hotels Durham Royal County?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Delta Hotels Durham Royal County have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Delta Hotels Durham Royal County serves a full breakfast for a surcharge on weekday mornings at Cast Iron Grill.

Does Delta Hotels Durham Royal County allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Delta Hotels Durham Royal County for a fee of GBP 30 per pet, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Delta Hotels Durham Royal County?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Delta Hotels Durham Royal County?

The closest major airport to Delta Hotels Durham Royal County is Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL), which is 24.6 mi away (33 minutes by car). Another top airport is Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.), which is located 25 mi away (43-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Delta Hotels Durham Royal County?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Delta Hotels Durham Royal County.

Does Delta Hotels Durham Royal County have a wedding venue on site?

There are wedding services available at Delta Hotels Durham Royal County if that's in your vacation plans.

Delta Hotels Durham Royal County Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 606 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 260 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1002 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, clean room, comfy bed. Very enjoyable stay. Would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Very clean, well-maintained, great location and amenities (including breakfast). Had everything you'd want.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very conveniently located, lovely room with space for unpacked belongings.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, welcoming staff. Fantastic breakfast. Great location, would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly and helpful the room was clean and light with great view over river. Breakfast was excellent. Bar was good
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every member of staff we interacted with was super friendly. Great location, room and breakfast Good amenities in the room Omelette for breakfast very nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

JULIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
fabulous location, plenty parking
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed many times, always great. Nice rooms, fabulous location. Shame they charge for parking when you are already paying for the room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for 2 nights during our wedding. The staff went above and beyond to make our stay special. Our room was incredible. Friendly, helpful bar staff with a well stocked bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean , the staff were very friendly and helpful, breakfast was good with an excellent selection
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Zak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to Durham centre, room was super comfortable and clean. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff at check in and in the bar. Lovely big family room with 2 comfortable beds and the best pillows I have ever had in a hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous location and very warm, welcoming staff. Room very clean and well appointed. Bar and restaurant not very inviting and we’ve never used during our stays at this hotel as outside options are so close and more appealing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Baden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exactly what I needed for having a night over for attending a wedding. Within walking distance of shops, food & train station. Really convenient overall
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was wonderful! Great area easy to find. Close to everything. Breakfast was wonderful and even had gluten free options. The front seat was wonderful as well and always very helpful. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice hotel good location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice hotel in a great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and location with car parking Staff very helpful stayed in room 019 ground floor large bed great sleep Bathroom had a bath shower over
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has a great atmosphere and all the staff we encountered were lovely. It's a great location as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were great, excellent location, nice bar and restaurant, clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, have stayed here twice now with no issues.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Happy with my stay. Parking is on site, but costs extra. The staff will help you if the car park is full.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026