Nestled in a picturesque setting, Bowburn Hall Hotel offers a tranquil retreat with its lush garden and inviting terrace. Enjoy lunch or dinner at the on-site restaurant, unwind with a drink at the bar, and stay connected with in-room WiFi.
Bowburn Hall Hotel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Durham University. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. A terrace and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
19 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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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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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Working away
Meeting room
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
Reception hall
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 12.95 per person
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 10.0 per day
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 20 per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Bowburn Hall
Bowburn Hall Durham
Bowburn Hall Hotel
Bowburn Hall Hotel Durham
Bowburn Hall Hotel Hotel
Bowburn Hall Hotel Durham
Bowburn Hall Hotel Hotel Durham
Frequently asked questions
Does Bowburn Hall Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Bowburn Hall Hotel 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.
Are pets allowed at Bowburn Hall Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Bowburn Hall Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Bowburn Hall Hotel and nearby?
Bowburn Hall Hotel has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Bowburn Hall Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers British cuisine.
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Bowburn Hall Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
7.6/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
The evening meal and breakfast were very nice and reasonably priced, with great service. (3 reviews)
Breakfast was described as comprehensive, tasty, and filling with great service. (6 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Apr 23, 2025
Terrific place, helpful staff, would stay again
scott
scott, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Apr 29, 2025
Very friendly staff & really tasty food. Had a comfortable stay.
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 11, 2025
Lovely setting in perfect spot for my visit
Sue
Sue, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 7, 2025
It was a really nice stay. The cabin we stayed in was quiet and very spacious. The only issue was breakfast was a bit chaotic, the toaster packed up and the coffee machine did not work. That said, the staff did everything to accommodate us. Overall, a really great stay and would certainly stay again when in the area.
Jane
Jane, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 31, 2025
Perfect for staying overnight for university visit
Janet
Janet, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Oct 29, 2024
Very pleasant nice stay, great food in the restaurant.
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 25, 2025
Lovely staff and lovely room
Lovely friendly staff, garden room was lovely and clean and well equipped….only problem we had was the heating was set at 35 degrees upon arrival and it took a while to cool it down with windows and doors open.
Would stay here again without a doubt
Marie
Marie, 1-night trip
2/10 Terrible
Jul 12, 2025
nice garden set up for weddings.
The room was terrible see pictures, walls in poor state, no bedside tables, one useable socket, television high and on wrong wall only watch if lying on side in bed, shower dirty, paintwork peeling, toilet seat loose. Room incredibly hot (there before heatwave started) reported to reception and they refused to do anything about it. So bad we checked out early to find a decent hotel despite have prepaid for longer. The breakfasts in restaurant were poor quality. would not recommend staying in this hotel.
Eleanor
Eleanor, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Oct 25, 2024
This was our 3rd.stay at Bowburn Hall Hotel this year. Everything about it is excellent and the staff are friendly and very helpful.
MR Peter
MR Peter, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
May 14, 2024
Nice hotel, good food and easy for Durham and surroundings
Alun
Alun, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 3, 2024
Food was really good quality and value and the service from the bar staff made the visit
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Sep 12, 2024
Strongly recommend
Superb stay as always. Very comfortable room , good dining , all staff are excellent
Sheila
Sheila, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 29, 2024
Lovely hotel
A wonderful quaint hotel with lovely amenities. Vlean and comfortable with very attentive staff.
Marc
Marc, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 28, 2024
Very pleasant stay
Graduation stay
Zandra
Zandra, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 21, 2024
Overnight stay
Really enjoyed our overnight stay. The staff, restaurant and room were great
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 11, 2024
Great value, very comfortable stay
A very comfortable stay . All the staff are excellent,
Sheila
Sheila, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Sep 15, 2024
Friendly staff
David
David, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 23, 2024
Stayed in the bridal suite which was amazing and very clean and comfortable
Neil
Neil, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 4, 2024
Great stay warm and cosy fab food in the restaurant lovely staff and fab price
Simon
Simon, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Nov 19, 2024
A true gem
I absolutely love staying here when I’m working in the area. Excellent staff, great dining menu & extremely comfortable room.
Very easy to get to & a quick drive into Durham or up into Newcastle. Perfect
Sheila
Sheila, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Sep 25, 2023
Really enjoyable stay. Room was lovely, staff were very friendly. Would highly recommend.
Niall
Niall, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
May 19, 2024
Great location for me. Friendly and helpful staff.Evening meal was very good as was the cooked Breakfast.
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jan 6, 2024
Excellent stay
This hotel is certainly a jewel so close to Durham with easy access to Newcastle , Sunderland & Gateshead . Excellent dining, very comfortable & beautifully styled bedrooms , fantastic value. All the staff are very professional & friendly .
Sheila
Sheila, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 22, 2023
Absolutely brilliant . A hidden gem
It is a an utter delight to stay here. Everything about this hotel is superb, rooms, staff , comfort, location, it’s just excellent.
Sheila
Sheila, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 29, 2024
Traditional and Good Quality.
A traditional country hotel. The room was very comfortable with high quality bedding and fitting. The breakfast was comprehensive, tasty & filling. The staff were very friendly.