Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, near Durham University

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Exterior
Exterior
Interior
Property amenity
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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9 Old Elvet, Durham, England, DH1 3HL
  • Place, Durham Castle
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Durham Cathedral
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Durham University
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

Premium Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 182 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • 182 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Premium Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub

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

Premium Room, 1 Double Bed (Cathedral View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Methodist Church View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 404 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Durham

Located within a 5-minute walk of Durham Indoor Market, Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG is within a 15-minute stroll of Durham University. This 83-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Durham Castle - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Gala Theatre Durham - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Durham Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Durham University - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Crook Hall and Gardens - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 13 min walk
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Durham Students' Union - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Notch - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Caffé Capriccio - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Zen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Library - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG

Hotel with a restaurant, near Durham University
Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG features a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. Self parking is available for GBP 20.00 per day. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with securing valuables, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a meeting room, laundry facilities, and a banquet hall.
42-inch Smart TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other amenities include free minibar items, coffee makers, and fans.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (GBP 20 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Marco Pierre White

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

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 buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 20.00 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 20.00 per day

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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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 rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Indigo Durham

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG?

Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do within easy reach of Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG?

Located steps from Durham World Heritage Site Visitor Centre, this hotel is in Durham, and within a 10-minute walk of Gala Theatre Durham and Durham Castle. You'll also find Crook Hall and Gardens and Durham Indoor Market less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG?

Yes, uncovered parking is offered for GBP 20.00 per day. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Does Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG feature a casino?

No, Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a minibar with some free items, a rainfall showerhead, and a smart TV.

Does Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG have a hot tub?

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

Does Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Marco Pierre White.

Does Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG?

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

How far is the airport from Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG?

The closest major airport to Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG is Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL), which is 24.6 mi away (40 minutes by car). Another top airport is Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.), which is located 22.1 mi away (44-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG.

Hotel Indigo Durham by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 759 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 168 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1004 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Chari

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my third stay at the Indigo and it did not disappoint. My daughter is a U.S. student at Durham and so we love the proximity to her college and the town. The staff is very helpful and accommodating, and the property is clean. The bar and restaurant are both good as is the cafe in the lobby. The Indigo is my hotel of choice when in Durham and I highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

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

Great Place to Stay

Quirty hotel, previously and old council building so still retaining some interesting features. Lovely staff, great ameities. Great sleep and lovely breakfast. Central location for Durham towncentre.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Amenities
Fun
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great facilties and the staff are so friendly and helpful! A pleasure to stay there and would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guy, Bel Tiburon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Classic hotel. Good location. Well run.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast room, gorgeous bathroom, lovely staff in every area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place, staff all friendly and welcoming. Very comfortanle
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geok Leng

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Too lazy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Boris

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place. Spacious rooms. Great breakfast selection. Good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area, historic will come again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The staff were very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

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

10/10 Excellent

tracey

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great location - a building with a lot of interesting original features and very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Arely

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel with great staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable and well equipped rooms. Well cooked breakfasts.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shereen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025