| 7 miles from croxdale wood, 3 miles from the city centre, and 4 miles from durham cathedral and castle. dining options include a restaurant with a wide-ranging a la carte menu, and a bar serving coffee, drinks and light meals throughout the day; there's an atrium seating area. this straightforward roadside hotel on the a167 is 0. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. the warm rooms with traditional details have en suite bathrooms, and come with free wi-fi and flat-screen tvs; upgraded rooms offer 4-poster beds. parking is free, as are pet stays in courtyard rooms. meeting space is available
Newcastle International Airport 40 min
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