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The Avenue

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Durham with a restaurant and a bar

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Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom
Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Avenue Street, High Shincliffe, Durham, England, DH1 2PT
  • Durham Cathedral
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Durham Castle
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Durham University
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Double Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Twin Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Double Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Durham

The Avenue is located within a few miles (5 km) of Durham University and Durham Botanic Garden. This 6-room, 3-star bed & breakfast has a restaurant and a bar/lounge, along with free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Durham Cathedral - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Durham Castle - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Gala Theatre Durham - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Durham University - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Diggerland - 13 min drive - 8.7 miles

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 11 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Express - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Shoes - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Durham Brewery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Barrio Comida - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Avenue

Bed & breakfast in Durham with a restaurant and a bar
The Avenue features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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
This property accepts credit/debit cards
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 2:30 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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/debit cards.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The bed & breakfast can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Avenue Inn Durham
The Avenue Inn
The Avenue Durham
The Avenue Bed & breakfast
The Avenue Bed & breakfast Durham

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around The Avenue?

This bed & breakfast is located in Durham, close to Durham Cathedral, Durham Castle, and Gala Theatre Durham. You'll also find Durham Indoor Market and Durham Botanic Garden within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Avenue?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Does The Avenue have a casino on the premises?

No, The Avenue doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Avenue?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Avenue?

Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include free Internet access.

Does The Avenue have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does The Avenue have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Avenue serves breakfast for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does The Avenue allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at The Avenue.

Does The Avenue have connecting rooms?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to The Avenue?

The closest major airport to The Avenue is Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.), which is 19.9 mi away (40 minutes by car). Another top airport is Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL), which is located 28.6 mi away (42-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Avenue?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Avenue.

The Avenue Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 133 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 133 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 133 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 133 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 133 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Adrian

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely little with good pub food and friend welcoming staff. Will definately stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just amazing,lovely staff, great food, lovely room and a comfy bed. I highly recommend this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff unbelievably helpful and friendly. Have stayed here in the past and will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

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

A good friendly stay.

The best compliment I can give is that we will be back again. What really stood out apart from the comfy rooms and fantastic breakfast was how helpful and willing the staff were to rectify any concerns or issues.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Martin

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Good links north and south
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Po-Hsun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Alistair

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old country pub. Facilities poor. Unfortunately the noise of a live singer and pub patrons until very late kept my wife awake. Good breakfast and staff were pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

steven

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointed wih wuality and price

Arranged to pay on arrival which was more expensive to book since i booked a room for a colleague and we wanted to pay for own rooms, the hotel took payment prior to arrival and it has been a nightmare getting this straight. This is 6 rooms above a pub not a hotel, strict checkout at 11am and must leave premises at that time no reception or front desk. The room was dated, had no desk and the shower had several steps to enter which are dangerous when the floor is wet. We were charged £160 per room which i would say is £100 too much. The fact they take payment before you've seen the room indicates they know they are overcharging for what is on offer.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Good location needs some modernising

Good location to setoff from - rooms at the top of VERY steep stairs - not recomnended for anyone with disability - very tired Pub b&b - room needs modernising - taps dripping all night - Staff very friendly and good food
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Heather

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for Durham. Plenty buses to Durham. Quiet. Decent food. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Warm welcome, great view over fields. Useful usb sockets in plugs to charge phones.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Top room with sloping roof and low beams was very comfortable, if you know how to avoid walking into them. Great bed, spotlessly clean. Worth knowing dinner service on sunday finishes at 6pm.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely pub, close to Durham city centre for a visit.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Enjoyed it

I had a lovely stay, the room was cosy and comfortable, and all staff I spoke to was very nice, down to earth, helpful and accomodating. Breakfast was really well cooked and tasty. The only feedback I have is that it was quite dusty on the floor between the bed and wall, and on the top of the headboard. The electric shower was as electric showers are; functional but not super efficient. I'll stress though that I did really enjoy my stay and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison

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

Journey break

We stopped here on our way to and from a funeral.We were greeted warmly by the customers and by Claire,who apparently running The Avenue on a temporary basis.She looked after us from the moment we arrived to the moment we left.The food was excellent and good value for money.The rooms were clean and comfortable,though possibly need a bit of updating.We would stay again as it was one of. the friendliest pubs we have ever stayed in.Thanks to the clientele and especially Claire,ten out of ten.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Terry

Traveled with partner
Good position. Parking easy. Good comfortable bed Shower room pokey and shower difficult to get in / out
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew

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

Uni pick up

Staff were friendly and welcoming - breakfast needed a few more options than just cooked and the muffin wasn't great. Having said that everything else was good and comfortable so no real complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Po-Hsun

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an overnight stay in this lovely pub/inn. The room was very quirky with sloping ceilings and beams. Delicious breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mairi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Warm welcome from very friendly staff. Lots of outdoor seating. Bedroom small but very comfortable, especially the bed. Very warm due to heatwave, but staff lent me a very effective fan. Near to Durham and you can catch a bus right outside.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023