Radisson Blu Hotel Durham

Overview

Radisson Blu Hotel Durham is a sleek and comfortable city-centre hotel situated beside the River Wear. With contemporary rooms and generous amenities, it provides a strong base for exploring Durham’s historic sights while delivering leisure-friendly features that enhance the stay for a wide variety of guests.

Rooms & Amenities

The hotel offers 207 guest rooms across multiple types, including Standard, Superior, River View, Premium, Suites and Family rooms. Every room is equipped with free high-speed WiFi, flat-screen television, coffee & tea station and an in-room safe. Select room categories offer river views and additional space for families or premium guests.

Features & Services

Facilities include an on-site health club with indoor pool, sauna, steam room and gym; a full spa treatment area; on-site restaurant and bar; parking with electric-vehicle charging; large meeting and event spaces; and the kind of service amenities you’d expect in a top city hotel (24-hour reception, laundry/dry-cleaning, non-smoking rooms, accessibility support).

Highlights

• Riverside setting with some rooms directly overlooking the River Wear and a short walk to Durham Cathedral and Castle.
• The wellness offering is above average for a city-centre hotel, making it particularly appealing for leisure stays.
• Family-friendly room types and options, such as two-bed or sofa-bed arrangements, make it suitable for groups.
• Business & events facilities are substantial, meaning the hotel caters equally well to work and leisure travel.
• Excellent location: within walking distance of train station, local dining, shopping and historic attractions.

Practical Info & Tips

• Check-in: from 14:00; Check-out: by 12:00.
  Parking: On-site outdoor parking is available (charges apply); EV-charging points are included.
  Room tip: For the best views, request a river-view room rather than one facing the car park.
  Leisure tip: The pool and wellness zones can get busier in the evenings; an earlier slot ensures quieter access.
  Pets: Not permitted, though guide or service dogs are accepted.
• If you’re a light sleeper, rooms on higher floors or further from the bar area may be quieter.
• Durham Railway Station is roughly a 10-minute walk from the hotel.

Dining & Leisure Facilities

The hotel’s restaurant serves modern British cuisine with regional ingredients, while the bar/lounge offers lighter meals, afternoon tea and drinks in relaxed riverside surroundings. The leisure centre houses the indoor pool, sauna, steam room and gym; treatment rooms are available for spa services. A comfortable relaxation space adjacent to the wellness facilities offers downtime after sightseeing or meetings.

Location & Getting There

• Address: Frankland Lane, Durham DH1 5TA. By car: From A1(M) junction 62, follow signs for Durham city centre, taking the A690 across the River Wear, stay left, then turn left into Framwellgate Waterside — hotel on the left.
• By train: Durham Station is about 800-900 metres away, around a 10-minute walk.
• Nearby: Riverside walks, historic sights including Durham Cathedral & Castle, city-centre shopping and dining are right on the hotel’s doorstep.

Events & Special Offers

The hotel caters to social gatherings and business meetings alike with flexible event spaces, riverside views and dedicated event coordinators. Seasonal dining packages, spa-day deals and themed evenings are announced during festive periods and summer weekends.

FAQs

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Important Information

The information in this article is provided as a guide only. Hotel details such as amenities, room types and prices may change or vary. Always check the official booking page before confirming your stay to ensure you have the latest and most accurate information.