The Royal Oak

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Durham with a restaurant and a bar

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom
Garden

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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1 Commercial Street, Durham, England, DH7 9BN
  • Diggerland
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Durham University
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Durham Cathedral
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Suite, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Durham

The Royal Oak places you within a 10-minute drive of Diggerland and Chapman's Well Local Nature Reserve. This 7-room, 3-star guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Diggerland - 7 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Durham University - 13 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Durham Cathedral - 13 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Durham Castle - 13 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Beamish Open Air Museum - 17 min drive - 10.9 miles

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 18 min drive
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Green - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪New Board Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Flass Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Travellers Rest - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Kings Head - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Royal Oak

Guesthouse in Durham with a restaurant and a bar
Guests of The Royal Oak enjoy karaoke, free WiFi in public areas, and a meeting room. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Additional amenities include a computer station, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Karaoke

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 12:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 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: 12:00 PM—-10:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
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:

  • There are no elevators.

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see around The Royal Oak?

This guesthouse is located in Durham, close to Diggerland, Hall Hill Farm, and Brancepeth Castle Golf Club. Chapman's Well Local Nature Reserve is also within a driving distance of 4.8 mi.

Is there parking available at The Royal Oak?

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

Does The Royal Oak have a casino?

No, The Royal Oak doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Royal Oak?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Royal Oak?

There are many amenities for couples at this guesthouse, including a bar and a restaurant plus some accommodations feature fireplaces.

Does The Royal Oak have a hot tub?

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

Does The Royal Oak have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

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

Will The Royal Oak allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at The Royal Oak.

Does The Royal Oak have connecting rooms?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to The Royal Oak?

The closest major airport to The Royal Oak is Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL), which is 22.5 mi away (48 minutes by car). Another top airport is Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.), which is located 29 mi away (64-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Royal Oak?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at The Royal Oak.