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Honest Lawyer Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Durham with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Front of property
Serves lunch and dinner

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Croxdale Bridge, Croxdale, Durham, England, DH1 3SP
  • Place, Durham University
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Durham Cathedral
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Durham Castle
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(47 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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4 Poster Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

4 Poster Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Durham

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Durham University, Honest Lawyer Hotel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Durham Botanic Garden. This 46-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge, along with free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Durham University - 2 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Durham Botanic Garden - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Durham Cathedral - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Durham Castle - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Gala Theatre Durham - 5 min drive - 3.9 miles

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 8 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪White Church - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Duke of Wellington - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Interlude - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Honest Lawyer Hotel

Hotel in Durham with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
Guests of Honest Lawyer Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and a terrace. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include a banquet hall and a garden.
32-inch LCD TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, desks, and designer toiletries.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 11.95 for adults and GBP 11.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bailey's Bar
  • Baileys Restaurant

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 7.50 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 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

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 11.95 for adults and GBP 11.95 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 7.50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Honest Lawyer Hotel?

Honest Lawyer Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do around Honest Lawyer Hotel?

This hotel is located in Durham, close to Whitworth Hall Country Park, Durham Castle, and Spennymoor Leisure Centre. You'll also find Gala Theatre Durham and Crook Hall and Gardens within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Honest Lawyer Hotel?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does Honest Lawyer Hotel include a casino?

No, Honest Lawyer Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Honest Lawyer Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Honest Lawyer Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a terrace at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at Honest Lawyer Hotel?

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

Does Honest Lawyer Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Honest Lawyer Hotel serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Baileys Restaurant.

Does Honest Lawyer Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Honest Lawyer Hotel for a fee of GBP 7.50 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Honest Lawyer Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Honest Lawyer Hotel?

The closest major airport to Honest Lawyer Hotel is Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.), which is 20.5 mi away (40 minutes by car). Another top airport is Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL), which is located 27.4 mi away (43-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Honest Lawyer Hotel?

No, at Honest Lawyer Hotel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Reviews

Honest Lawyer Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 434 out of 957 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 349 out of 957 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 957 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 957 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 957 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Lack of communication, very disappointed, 🤔

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Adele

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

Not the best

The food and service of the staff is excellent. The rooms are tired and scruffy. The cleaners cleaned well but still felt dirty as aged and grubby. We had an issue with the tap on first night that kept us awake as an air lock was making high pitched noise that hurt our ears. The manager gave us a key the next morning to another room and saiid it would be cleaned for when we got back later after our day out. We got back and took stuff to new room to find it has not been cleaned so we had to move again. We had booked twin room as it was me and my daughter but we had to share a double room. This 3rd room was not comfortable bed. Very noisy when you slightly moved. The TV did not work and bathroom door handle coming off. Not the best experience. I felt shattered when I left as did not sleep well and noisy courtyard too outside rooms in a morning. Staff great and food lovely though. Needs renovating and refreshing. New decor. New bathrooms. New mattresses needed
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Great location. Lots of parking. Friendly staff. Good value tasty food.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely quiet place with accessible routes to Durham. The staff were polite and professional.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Bernadette

Traveled with group
Its more like a motel than a hotel which mean you can get your car right infront of your door. Privacy if you need it. Location and surrounding towns and villages, especially to Durham. Internet access ok. TV was weak or poor signal most of the time. Good choice at breakfast, paid for separately. Nice outdoor seating close to the bar. Rooms overlooking fields.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Anthon

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

It was better than a park bench

I feel terrible writing this review as the staff is wonderful, but the property is dated and they do the best that they can with what they have. It is time to revive the rooms. But the price was appropriate for the quality of the facilities so I can't really complain. It was about 1/3 the price for a room in Durham.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Jocelyn

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Although the room was clean the whole room including bathroom needed updating. Bathroom was mouldy with broken tiles. Bed was fine but pillows poor, whole decor needs to be updated as it looked grubby including worn carpet. No air conditioning. Room had a window which opened slightly but due to constant traffic noise, had to stay closed, which made room stuffy. Could hear neighbour as walls very thin which caused an issue during our stay. Hotel was hosting a wedding party and the person in the room next to us kept bringing friends from the party back and forth, shouting, screaming and swearing. As we had to be up early the next day I had to report this to management as unable to sleep. I think the hotel should either just keep the rooms for the wedding guests or if open to all then wedding guests must be told that if they want to meet elsewhere, then they need to stay near the venue and not use their rooms as a conference room!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was all i needed didnt try food but room was clean and comfortably adequate
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Good, but rooms need updating/decorating

Easy and straightforward check-in and checkout. Decent breakfast for the additional price. Good customer service in the restaurant. Room was unfortunately a little bit dated and the decor in areas was tired and in needed of repair/redoing. Walls and carpet in the bedroom as well as tiling in bathroom needs a proper clean. Agree with other comments regarding issues with the TV buffering and losing signal. The bed was very comfortable, as well as very good water pressure on shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARYCLARE

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
If I have to go back to the area I would definitely return
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

roslyn

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Inexpensive but areas need attention

Evening meal average. Beds comfy and good bedding but bathroom desperate for updating and wifi connection poor.
View from bedroom
Twin room
Main entrance
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice helpful staff, very good food & great that you can park just outside your room, very reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

PETER

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

Not as advertised

Rooms away from hotel, very small room, tiny bathroom with noisey extractor. No ceck in desk had to go to bar.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Comfortable and great for price

Booked late, but room was ready and despite it being in the middle of meal service check in was quick, efficient and friendly. I'd already eaten but the food looked very good too. Room was small and comfortable. Good nights sleep and bathroom was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Hugh

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Poor.

Motel style rooms, with paper thin walls, so noisy. Our room had a bad smell on arrival... like bad drains. Reported to reception, who didn't seem bothered. Bed was uncomfortable. Didn't stay for breakfast. Won't be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Staff & service
Lovely staff, the room was clean albiet very dated but it was comfortable enough. Very noisy, down to being able to hear the next doors light switch being flicked. Stayed after an event in Durham City, so it was ideal for what I needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

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

Worth a stay

Stayed before, simple but decent accommodation. Room was clean and beds pretty comfortable. Easy parking and nice welcome
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mrs

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Leigh-anne

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast awful. Poor quality food and 'continental' was mini boxes of cereal, whole fruit (
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful. Quiet, comfortable room. Regular bus service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

I would highly recommend

Thank you so much! Nothing was to much trouble! Rooms were very clean and comfortable. A big shout out to Ross who was amazing during our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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