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52 Old Elvet

4.5 star property

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom (The Barrington) | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms (The Talbot) | City view
Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms (The Talbot) | Room amenity
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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52 Old Elvet, Durham, England, DH1 3HN
  • Place, Durham Castle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Durham Cathedral
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Durham University
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (The Villiers)

  • City view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (The Barrington)

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (The Egerton)

  • City view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (The Wolsey)

  • City view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (The Tunstall)

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (The Morton)

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (The Gray)

  • City view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (The Langley)

  • City view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (The Kirkham)

  • City view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (The Fordham)

  • City view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms (The Talbot)

  • City view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Durham

52 Old Elvet places you within a 15-minute stroll of popular sights such as Durham Cathedral and Durham University. Each of the 12 rooms at this 4.5-star apartment building includes a kitchen, a dining area, and a sitting area.

What's nearby

  • Durham Castle - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Durham Indoor Market - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Gala Theatre Durham - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Durham Cathedral - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Durham University - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 12 min walk
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rotunda Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Picnic Basket - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The City - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Shakespeare Tavern - ‬4 min walk

About this property

52 Old Elvet

If you decide to drive, there's free parking.
Each apartment is individually decorated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a dining area and a sitting area. Guests can enjoy a flat-screen TV and stay connected with free WiFi. The bathroom offers hair dryers and free toiletries. Each apartment also includes an electric kettle.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 12 units
  • Georgian architecture
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an access code
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Property is also known as

52 Old Elvet Durham
52 Old Elvet Apartment
52 Old Elvet Apartment Durham

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near 52 Old Elvet?

This apartment in Durham is within a 10-minute walk of Gala Theatre Durham, Durham Castle, and Durham Indoor Market. You'll also find Crook Hall and Gardens and Durham Heritage Centre and Museum less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at 52 Old Elvet?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the apartment.

Does 52 Old Elvet include a casino on the premises?

No, 52 Old Elvet doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at 52 Old Elvet?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

What amenities will couples enjoy at 52 Old Elvet?

Amenities at this apartment that appeal to couples include a kitchen in each apartment with a city view in some.

Are there hot tubs at 52 Old Elvet?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this apartment.

Does 52 Old Elvet have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, 52 Old Elvet doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will 52 Old Elvet allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at 52 Old Elvet.

Are there connecting rooms at 52 Old Elvet?

No, this apartment doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from 52 Old Elvet?

The closest major airport to 52 Old Elvet is Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL), which is 24.6 mi away (34 minutes by car). Another top airport is Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.), which is located 25.1 mi away (45-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at 52 Old Elvet?

No, you won't find apartments with balconies at 52 Old Elvet.

52 Old Elvet Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Perfect Location

Brilliant location. A great apartment very comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Spacious Clean and Great Location

Great location, just minutes walk from the centre of town but really quiet (quiet enough to sleep with the windows open). Lots of space and well stocked with everything you need
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A great, spacious property. Modern & clean. Excellent city centre location yet calm & quiet at night (week day stay).
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Perfect apartment

Lovely apartment well equipped lovely and warm with safe onsite parking,perfect location for city centre just 5 mins away
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guy Boyce

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a wonderful stay here! Andy the property manager was so helpful in every regard. We stayed for my daughter's graduation and we arrived to Champagne and Truffles, it was above and beyond and we very much appreciated it. A wonderful stay and a wonderful team running 52 Old Elvet!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Perfect location

Location is perfect, walking in the town within minutes. We managed to park at the back with no problems but there is on street if needed. Bedrooms large and so quiet, Showers excellent and the living area and kitchen large and spacious, could have done with a few dishwasher tabs but that’s just a minor grumble!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Brilliant accommodation

Really lovely apartment and ideal for what we needed. Much bigger inside than expected and the location is excellent. We only managed to get one of the free parking spaces on one of our days stay but could park on the street directly outside which was a reasonable cost. Kitchen had everything we needed. We would consider this accommodation again,
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosanne

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Really comfortable flat in the very centre of Durham. Tall celiling, gorgeous big sash windows, nicely furnished. Immaculately clean. Excellent bathroom and very well-equipped kitchen. My only criticism (and it is a small but crucial one) is the duvet. It was horribly lumpy and clumpy. We had a fabulous stay. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Antonis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice and modern apartment with all the facilities and very smooth check in process. Very close to the center and everything accessible in a walking distance. A couple of minor things to be improved to make the stay even better. Slightly more careful with the cleanliness as were some spots needed more attention but not something that is not possible to stay in. The toiletries should be supplied in a daily base or provide sufficient for the stay. We stayed for two nights and the 2nd day we run out of shower gel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Durham City break

Beautiful city apartment. Close to Durham centre. Lovely building. Only problem was that the smoke detector and sprinkler both had their installation dust covers still attached making them unsafe. Removed them ourselves and left note to owner. Hopefully the other apartments are now all safely looked after. A small but potentially dangerous oversight. Other than that, loved our stay and enjoyed the beautiful city of Durham.
Installation covers before
After
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

cecilia

Location was excellent and parking was good The apartment was clean but it didn’t smell very nice. I think it was the shower drain. Although an apartment for 4 people it only had 3 mugs and one of those was badly chipped and shouldn’t be used. There were only 2 small water glasses .Each bed only had one bedside lamp. Overall it was not comfortable and I expected better
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

FAYTH

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Accommodation information is misleading, pictures are not reflective. The Wolsey is accessed through a back entrance off a small car park. The only ground floor window is the entrance door which faces the car forecourt, no openings. The Wolsey has no access to the rest of the period building. The room rate is very high given the low standard of bed/mattress, towels and cleanliness. There is a significant drain odor that permeates the entire area. Car parking space is not guaranteed, the general public use the car park. This is likened to student accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gawain

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great place to stay in Durham

This was a great place to stay close to the center of town though very quiet and just a few steps from the river. The staff was great and considered all our needs and responded promptly when we had an issue or a question.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The apartment was very comfortable and spacious and a perfect location for visiting Durham. There was plenty of parking close to the apartment and everything was within walking distance. Check in was easy and the hosts were friendly and well organized. We will definitely stay here again on our next trip to Durham!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Why would you stay in a hotel?

Excellent location, beautiful building and apartment. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great customer service and very fresh, clean property
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a charming older inn-type property, but it's been thoroughly modernized, and it is located right at the edge of everything going on in central Durham. Lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Very enjoyable weekend

From start to finish our stay was absolutely fantastic, no complaints whatsoever both the property itself and the owners are first class, we look forward to staying again soon. We would thoroughly recommend this gem for anyone visiting the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Very convenient modern apartment close to centre.

For 4 nights in County Durham this was a great spot within 2 mins of the centre of Durham itself. Well appointed small pad with everything we needed. Only thing missing was a view but not the end of the world as we were out most of the time. Parking available on first come first served basis at rear of the building, with daily permits available from admin if you needed to park on the road outside the building. No problems at all.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great weekend in Durham

Amazing accommodation clean, bright and 2 mins walk into the centre. Great location plenty of bars and restaurants. Beautiful original features in the lounge absolutely stunning. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Lovely apartment

Lovely apartment, very clean, fantastic location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

perfect choice for short break to Durham

Our stay at 52 Elvet was great. The communucation with the management company was excellent from the start . Great location for walking around the historic city of Durham and close to a lovely river walk . Driving maybe not so great as the Elvet road was closed for long term maintenance. Meaning a lengthy detour was required.. Parking at these premises was a bit uncertain but the management assisted us greatly with an alternative. Getting the driving issues out the way everything else made up for it . The historic property has been restored to embrace the history and create a modern look at the same time . Well stocked with everything we needed. Clean, comfortable , great location and the knowledge that the management team responded in an instant and very friendly manner. They really care about their guests. Would certainly return and recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great location for a luxury base in Durham

For a 3 days stay in Durham this apartment is perfect location as it is so close to the centre and provides a nice touch of luxury. There is no parking as part of the apartment but lots of parking in the street. The apartment is clean, modern having been recently refurbed with Dishwasher, washing machine and a full kitchen. There are a few small faults with water damage/damp above one of the windows, this is an old property, but didn't detract from the stay. Bedrooms and bathrooms comfortable, clean and decent size.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a lovely apartment within walking distance of Durham. We were staying with teenagers so a bedroom was made up as twin beds which was perfect! And, the kitchen has everything you need if you’re going to eat in.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great place. Well decorated and ideally positioned. A lift would have been great as easier for luggage. WiFi was spotty but over all I would highly recommend this apartment. Easy communication with owner a big plus.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020