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Hotel · ★★★★ · [Radisson Blu](https://stayversus.com/en/brands/radisson-blu/)

# Radisson Blu Hotel Durham

City of Durham, Durham, United Kingdom

8.8 ·  Excellent 253 reviews ·  #16 #16 of 28 in Durham ·  7.8 Location score
## About Radisson Blu Hotel Durham

Radisson Blu Hotel Durham is a hotel in City of Durham, Durham, United Kingdom. It holds a 4-star rating. Guests rate it 8.8 out of 10 across 253 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, spa, bar, gym, free wi-fi, 24-hour room service. It is 770 m from the centre of Durham. The nearest airport, Newcastle International Airport (NCL), is 30 km away.

- **Type:** Hotel

- **Star rating:** ★★★★

- **Check-in from:** 14:00

- **Check-out until:** 12:00

- **Rooms:** 207

- **Floors:** 4

- **Opened:** 2008

- **Chain:** Radisson Blu

- **Smoking:** Smoke-free property

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 1

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## How Radisson Blu Hotel Durham scores

Better rated than 48% of hotels in Durham

-   Guest rating **8.8**
-   Location **7.8**
-   Facilities **6.7**
-   Families **1.0**
-   Spa & wellness **10.0**
-   Beach access **0.0**
-   Public transport **9.2**

Durham average

## Amenities

Swimming poolSpaBarGymFree Wi-Fi24-hour room service

### Pool & wellness

-   Swimming pool
-   Spa
-   Sauna
-   Steam room
-   Hot tub
-   Massage
-   Gym

### Food & drink

-   Breakfast
-   Bar
-   24-hour room service

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Parking

### Services

-   Shuttle
-   Car hire
-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   Minibar
-   In-room safe
-   Coffee or tea maker
-   Blackout curtains

### Accessibility

-   Wheelchair accessible

### Policies

-   Smoke-free

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **7.8**/10

- **Walk grade:** **80**/100 Good for walkers

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **142**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **3**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""></span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4.2 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">9 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Newcastle Train Station</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">290 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">5 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Newcastle International Airport (NCL)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">30 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">67 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Durham</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">770 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">12 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Durham Light Infantry Museum510 m
-   Durham Museum and Heritage Centre620 m
-   Old Fulling Mill Museum of Archaeology820 m
-   Durham University Observatory1.5 km
-   Durham University Oriental Museum1.9 km

## Radisson Blu Hotel Durham: in detail

Radisson Blu Hotel Durham offers top-notch services and amenities, ensuring guests experience utmost comfort. Share your photos and respond to emails at your convenience, thanks to the free Wi-Fi internet access offered by hotel. Should you require transportation to or from the airport, hotel is able to organize it prior to your arrival date. Taxi, car hire and shuttle offerings at the hotel simplify arranging your excursions, explorations, and additional activities in Durham. Visitors can take advantage of the accessible parking options directly at the hotel. Reception services such as express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes are available to accommodate your requirements. Should you desire access to the top entertainment in the city, assistance can be provided by the hotel's tours. Traveling with minimal baggage is achievable at Radisson Blu Hotel Durham, as the hotel's dry cleaning service and laundry service ensures your garments stay fresh. Room amenities like 24-hour room service, room service and daily housekeeping contribute to making a perfect selection for your stay. The hotel maintains a completely smoke-free zone, providing a breathable atmosphere. Each accommodation at Radisson Blu Hotel Durham is thoughtfully created and adorned to provide visitors with a comfortable, home-like atmosphere. In certain rooms, the hotel offers linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning for guest convenience and satisfaction. In select rooms, guests at the hotel can enjoy top-notch in-room entertainment with television and cable TV available for their convenience. Rest assured, in a few chosen rooms, you will find the convenience of bottled water, a coffee or tea maker, instant coffee, instant tea and mini bar at your disposal. Radisson Blu Hotel Durham offers a hair dryer, toiletries and bathrobes in the restrooms of specific accommodations. Embark on your holiday experience in the most ideal manner. Commence each morning of your visit with an on-site breakfast. Experience the delight of a fresh morning by savoring excellent coffee at the cafe situated within hotel. Should you prefer not to venture out for a meal, the enticing culinary choices at hotel are always available for your satisfaction. Experience an unforgettable evening with your fellow travelers just a short distance away, at hotel's bar. Radisson Blu Hotel Durham provides a superb assortment of leisure amenities for guests to enjoy. Unwind after a long day by stopping by massage, hot tub, salon, solarium, steam room, spa and sauna to rejuvenate your senses. Each day at hotel, immerse yourself in the invigorating waters of the pool, perfect for a rejuvenating plunge or a series of revitalizing laps. For individuals who don't want to skip their exercise routine, visiting the hotel fitness center ensures you maintain your vitality and wellness.

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## Questions about Radisson Blu Hotel Durham

### How do guests rate Radisson Blu Hotel Durham?

Radisson Blu Hotel Durham has a guest rating of 8.8 out of 10 from 253 reviews, which is better than 48% of rated hotels in Durham.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Radisson Blu Hotel Durham?

Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 12:00.

### Does Radisson Blu Hotel Durham include breakfast?

Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.

### Does Radisson Blu Hotel Durham have a pool?

Yes, Radisson Blu Hotel Durham has a swimming pool.

### Is there parking at Radisson Blu Hotel Durham?

Yes, parking is available; charges may apply.

### How far is Radisson Blu Hotel Durham from the airport?

The nearest airport, Newcastle International Airport (NCL), is 30 km away in a straight line.

### How many rooms does Radisson Blu Hotel Durham have?

Radisson Blu Hotel Durham has 207 rooms on 4 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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