Escape to Radisson BLU Hotel Durham, where upscale comfort and eco-friendliness converge. Indulge in a rejuvenating spa treatment, sip coffee at the cafe, or unwind with a drink at the bar. With an indoor pool, health club, and helpful staff nearby guests can look forward to a relaxing stay.
Radisson BLU Hotel Durham puts you just a 5-minute drive from Durham University. Guests can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or detox wraps, and local cuisine is served at Collage Restaurant, which is open for breakfast and dinner. An indoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a health club are other highlights at this eco-certified hotel. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
207 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite self parking (GBP 14 per night)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
24-hour room service
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Children's menu
What to do
Bicycle rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Conference space
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Limo or town car service
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Television in common areas
Health club
An indoor pool
Bicycle parking
Full-service spa
Hot tub
Sauna
Massage/treatment rooms
Steam room
At least 80% organic food
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
Lime House Spa has 4 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, body wraps, and detox wraps. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. The spa is open daily.
Dining
Collage Restaurant - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. A children's menu is available.
The Bar - This bar specializes in local cuisine and serves brunch and lunch. Open daily.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 15.90 per person
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 20.0 per day
Parking
Self parking costs GBP 14 per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safety Protocol (Radisson).
Also known as
Durham Radisson BLU Hotel
Radisson BLU Durham
Radisson BLU Hotel Durham
Radisson Blu Hotel, Durham Hotel Durham
Radisson Durham
Radisson Durham
Radisson Blu Durham Durham
Radisson BLU Hotel Durham Hotel
Radisson BLU Hotel Durham Durham
Radisson BLU Hotel Durham Hotel Durham
Frequently asked questions
Does Radisson BLU Hotel Durham offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Radisson BLU Hotel Durham does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Radisson BLU Hotel Durham?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Radisson BLU Hotel Durham?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Radisson BLU Hotel Durham?
Yes. Self parking costs GBP 14 per night. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Radisson BLU Hotel Durham?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at Radisson BLU Hotel Durham and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and hiking, and practice your swing on the nearby golf course. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in the hot tub. Radisson BLU Hotel Durham also has an indoor pool and a sauna, as well as a steam room.
Are there restaurants at or near Radisson BLU Hotel Durham?
Yes, Collage Restaurant offers local cuisine.
What's the area around Radisson BLU Hotel Durham like?
Radisson BLU Hotel Durham is a short 9-minute walk from Durham Station and 19 minutes' walk from Durham University. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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Radisson BLU Hotel Durham Reviews
Reviews
8.6
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Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
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Breakfast was plentiful, good quality, and offered a wide variety of options. (31 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 30, 2025
The place to stay in Durham
Really great location for the town
Cracking breakfast
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 3, 2025
Excellent
Really comfortable and clean. Excellent location and Alex at reception was great. Nice breakfast choices. Comfy bed.
AS
AS, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 6, 2025
Lovely well-situated hotel
Bright, spacious room in this lovely hotel. Bar area works v well and it’s nice to be able to sit outside.
Excellent central location means you an walk everywhere. Highly recommended.
Angela
Angela, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 19, 2025
Great location and huge room
The hotel was very nice and centrally located. We would definitely stay here again. The only issue we had was the air conditioning was not working properly in the room on either night even after maintenance looked at it. The hotel made every effort to correct the issue and we’re very easy to work with.
Joseph
Joseph, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 11, 2025
Great stay
Great stay, very nicely upgraded rooms and we had such a peaceful sleep. Room was so spacious. Right in the center 10 minutes walk from bars and restaurants
Connor
Connor, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2025
Good location. Friendly and helpful staff. Very good breakfast.
Craig
Craig, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 18, 2025
Nice place.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 23, 2025
Very convenient location, ample (paying) parking and friendly staff. The hotel was comfortable and clean.
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3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 4, 2025
Durham
Nice hotel, lovely staff, average food
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 12, 2025
The hotel, was what we expected. We will certainly stop again.
MICHAEL
MICHAEL, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2025
Well placed for exploring the city centre
Victoria
Victoria, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 9, 2025
We had the most amazing time away, the hotel was clean and comfortable. Staff were great and managed to get us in 2 hours earlier than our check in time. We would definitely recommend and will be visiting again.
Amelia
Amelia, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 27, 2025
Radison
Great stay for valentines and birthday
Stephen
Stephen, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 18, 2025
View of cathedral & river. Lovely
Claire
Claire, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 1, 2025
We had a lovely one night stay. Beautiful hotel and facilities.
Joanna
Joanna, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 21, 2025
In a very convenient position, for easy reach to Durham town centre.
Patricia
Patricia, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 2, 2024
Staff friendly polite nice place to stay
Bridget
Bridget, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 13, 2024
Hotel is excellent and in a great place.
Paul
Paul, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 15, 2025
Lovely and relaxing
Robbie
Robbie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 30, 2025
Please, clean your pool!
I loved the hotel, clean and nice, great staff, great amenities. Swimming pool wasn’t clean when I came for a swim in the morning. In fact it was gross, something floating in water.
Also, the hotel opens pool to the public (not only hotel visitors), so when I came in at 6am for the opening time, it was full.
Anastasia
Anastasia, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 16, 2024
Staff were friendly, hotel is lovely and the room was spacious.
Kerry
Kerry, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 20, 2025
Great location, spacious and comfortable
The hotel is in a great location, easy walk into the city centre.
The rooms are spacious and comfortable.
I loved the hydration stations on each floor to refill the water bottle.
The staff were all friendly and helpful.
Jane
Jane, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2025
Lovely hotel stay
Myself and my husband stayed over for his birthday, nice hotel,slept well and lovely breakfast.
Deborah
Deborah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2025
Ice machine in Europe! Clean and spacious room and bathroom. Swivel chairs. Good desk and WiFi. Great buffet breakfast. Convenient walking distance to Cathedral and Castle. Did I mention the ice machine.