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The Queens Head

2.5 star property

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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

Explore the area

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2 Sherburn Road, Gilesgate, Durham, England, DH1 2JR
  • Place, Durham Castle
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Durham University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Durham Cathedral
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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Double Room, Ensuite

Double Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Durham

The Queens Head is located within a mile (2 km) of Gala Theatre Durham and St. Nicholas Church. This 4-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, free self parking, and karaoke.

What's nearby

  • Gala Theatre Durham - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Durham Indoor Market - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Durham Castle - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Durham University - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Durham Cathedral - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 6 min drive
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rotunda Bar - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪China Diner - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Picnic Basket - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Bell's Fish & Chips - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The City - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The Queens Head

Guests of The Queens Head enjoy features like karaoke, free WiFi in public areas, and an arcade/game room. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. This smoke-free hotel also has a garden.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Karaoke

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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
  • 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 cards
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 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 cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hotel 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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

The Queens Head Inn

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of The Queens Head?

This hotel is located in Durham, a short 16-minute walk from Gala Theatre Durham and also 19 minutes on foot from Durham Castle. You'll also find Durham Indoor Market and Durham Heritage Centre and Museum less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at The Queens Head?

As of Jun 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Queens Head on Jun 9, 2026 start from $87, 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.

Will I be able to park at The Queens Head?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does The Queens Head include a casino on the premises?

No, The Queens Head doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Queens Head?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Queens Head good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar/lounge plus some guestrooms include a bay view and free WiFi.

Are there hot tubs at The Queens Head?

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

Does The Queens Head have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

The Queens Head offers breakfast for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does The Queens Head allow pets to stay free of charge?

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

Are there connecting rooms at The Queens Head?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to The Queens Head?

The closest major airport to The Queens Head is Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL), which is 24.5 mi away (41 minutes by car). Another top airport is Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.), which is located 24.9 mi away (45-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Queens Head?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Queens Head.

The Queens Head Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 168 out of 426 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 127 out of 426 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 426 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 426 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 426 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a great stay,
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Good accommodation and pleasant staff.

Basic but good accommodation. Just a shame that they no longer serve food.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was good, but it's a pub and so continued quite noisy till late on Saturday night
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Great place to stay

Great place to stay, will definitely be staying again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Alexandre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Queens Head offers good accommodation at a reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The bed was nice and comfortable the place was clean I felt at home
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

HUGH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location clean and tidy enjoyed the food freindly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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8/10 Good

Pauline

Exceptionally clean, lovely welcoming staff. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So welcoming and very friendly and helpful staff. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place, especially when it's a 10-15 minute walk into Durham. Bar area was friendly staff were lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Roshun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Third time staying, always clean & easy to check in
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyn Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable room, handy for town centre, lots of facilities for the guests to use .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

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

Excellent budget accommodation

Exactly as described, this accommodation provides all you need on a budget with clean, modern styled rooms, warm and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
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4/10 Poor

barrie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The cleanliness wasn't good. There was a overall unpleasant smell in room aaltho
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room , nice staff , clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay. This is a a nice cheap place to stay and all the basic things one needs are there, Staff are friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value with really friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
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8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful in person and over the phone.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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6/10 Okay

Philip

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The bedlinen was clean, the toilet not so clean. The owners were friendly and quickly provided tea bags and toilet roll. Unfortunately the room we were originally assigned had no heating. We were moved to another room ,which was quiet after 11pm. It is situated within an easy 20 minute walk into Durham centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Will

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel, friendly staff. Really happy with everything for the price. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

Saturday night stay

Good value for a Saturday night stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

All I ask for is cleanliness, quiet, friendly service and a comfortable bed; I found them all at the Queen’s Head.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Catherine

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
It was grand
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025