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Honest Lawyer Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, near Durham University

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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(21 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
  • Old Fulling Mill Museum of Archaeology - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Durham Castle - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Honest Lawyer Hotel

Hotel with a restaurant, near Durham University
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, dry cleaning/laundry, and tours or tickets. 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 garden and a banquet hall.
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 Durham Indoor Market. 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, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

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.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Honest Lawyer Hotel?

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

Are there hot tubs at Honest Lawyer Hotel?

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

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.

Does Honest Lawyer Hotel have connecting rooms?

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).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Honest Lawyer Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Honest Lawyer Hotel.

Honest Lawyer Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 439 out of 966 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 352 out of 966 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 120 out of 966 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 966 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 966 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Room clean however very dated, bathroom sealant mouldy and dirty. Window insecure and batroom widow frames rotten. Lovely bar, great food, friendly service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Comfortable and clean but slightly dated.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray

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

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Recepnist friendly.and very help full . Room fine for price but the bathroom fans very lound. For £60 is a ok stay. Food . Pizza were horrible and the mix fish.platter was terrible.would.stay again because of room price would noy eat at pub. Drinks prices not a total rip off. Didnt have breakfast tea put us off!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Bob

It worked as required
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

helen

Liked: Staff & service
The bar was great and the staff lovely. The cooked breakfast was nice but the continental breakfast lacking. The room had mould round the bath and the toilet was grim.but it was a convenient hotel and not expensive so you take your chance I guess. We would book again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Traveled with group
Disliked: Amenities
Rooms/bathrooms need upgrading !! Rooms not cleaned or dusted…!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Cornelia

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great setting, close to public transport stops, comfortable and clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

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

2/10 Terrible

Lynda

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Misleading advertising

Offhand when booking in. First room smelled with tiny double bed . Courtyard rooms like sheds. Better rooms not dog friendly. Given a twin room with no guarantee we could stay the next night.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

J

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

Convenient for Durham

Nice hotel, convenient for bus into Durham and an excellent price. Very nice breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient and good price
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Stewart

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

Recent short stay.

Accommodation good value for money. Clean and comfortable beds. Breakfast at an additional cost of £12.50 pppn not so good Continental breakfast very disappointing. Options consisted of....cereals, bread, small selection of fruit. No yogurts, pastries, meats , cheeses , crumpets, pancakes etc. Hot water for Tea and Coffee was supplied in a thermos type jug which obviously only stays hot for so long and unfortunately was never hot enough when we used them. Hot options where ok but some items missing when served and cold when finally served. Due to no fault of his own Server/manager was under severe pressure to serve and replenish breakfast items at the same time. This is due to a lack or additional staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

jonathan

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

Great value for great north run

Stayed for great north run. Very friendly team. Early breakfast available for runners. Large comfortable room. Little dated but spotless. Easy free parking, well located for both Durham and getting to South Shields for next day.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
More than happy with our stay, will use them again, friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Review

Friendly efficient local staff. Excellent breakfast and restaurant food especially the daily specials. Housekeeping excellent. Rooms functional but a bit dated.Parking directly outside courtyard rooms is a bonus for any disabled visitors and access to the main entrance is easy. The city of Durham ,Beamish Museum and The Auckland Project are all within less than half an hour’s drive. Although just off a busy road the courtyard rooms are quiet with a rural view at the rear . I would use this hotel again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Neil

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was terrible hitel dirty and smelly room not fit for purpose
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms good, did only do room only. Just found road noise a bit loud
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Philip

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

8/10 Good

Lindsay

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

Lovely !

We were here for a wedding and booked last minute. Nice room and bathroom. Everything you need ! No problems would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here many times and the property and staff are excellent. In room facilities are what you need and no frills, food including breakfast in the restaurant is fresh and tasty and the free extensive car park is really useful. I thoroughly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mr Peter R

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Neill

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

Review

The room was comfortable and clean. The staff were helpful. Bus stop just outside the hotel if you don't fancy driving.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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