Oyo The Townhouse, Durham ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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Oyo The Townhouse Hotel Durham Exterior photo The photograph shows a three-story brick building with a traditional architectural style. The building appears to be made of red brick, and it has several windows with white frames. Some of the windows have small balconies with ornate metal railings.

Oyo The Townhouse Hotel Durham Exterior photo The photo shows a classic, orange Rolls Royce parked in a snowy driveway. It's a beautiful winter scene! The car is dusted with snow, and snowflakes are falling around it, creating a magical atmosphere.

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Oyo The Townhouse Hotel Durham Interior photo The photo shows a bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower. The shower has a chrome showerhead and controls, and a clear glass door. The walls of the shower are tiled in brown, and the floor is white.

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About the Hotel

34 Old Elvet, 34, Durham, United Kingdom

Nice

6.5

7.8

/10

4.0

4.6

“This hotel is perfectly situated just outside the city center, making it easy to explore Durham while still enjoying a peaceful atmosphere.”view full review

Oyo The Townhouse, a 5-star Durham hotel with a rating of 6.5/10 on Booking.com, features a mix of Georgian architecture and modern amenities. This intimate guesthouse offers eight individually decorated bedrooms, an in-house bar, and a dining room for breakfast and afternoon tea. Complimentary Wi-Fi and a terrace provide additional guest convenience.

Rooms & Facilities

Rooms include cozy features such as air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, tea and coffee facilities, and mini-bars. Mostly intimate in size, several rooms feature seating areas for enhanced convenience. There is a fully accessible disabled room with a wet room style bathroom on the ground floor.

Dining & Relaxation

The small dining room, adorned with purple tassels and leopard-print carpet, serves cooked-to-order breakfasts with options like herb omelettes and a Durham grill. The bar offers a selection of well-priced cocktails, wines, and Champagnes. Guests can also enjoy a terrace overlooking the small rear garden for coffee or a relaxed setting.

Local Area & Attractions

Oyo The Townhouse is situated close to Durham's cultural highlights, including Durham Cathedral and Durham University Museum of Archaeology, both within 1 km. The area also boasts natural attractions such as Whitworth Hall Country Park and Waldridge Fell Country Park for outdoor activities. Public transport options are available within a 2-minute walk.

Services & Accessibility

Services include luggage storage and complimentary wireless Internet access. A small team of around a dozen local staff is available to assist guests, ensuring a personalized experience. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 40 km away, offering convenient transfer options for traveling guests.

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Oyo The Townhouse Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Bijoux Loft

2 persons

140 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Cruise

2 persons

140 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Coffee machine

Heating

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Azzurri

2 persons

140 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Coffee machine

Heating

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Midas

2 persons

140 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Facilities

Oyo The Townhouse Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Cozy Comfort

“The room was a good retreat with a comfortable Queen size bed, ample wardrobe space, and convenient tea and coffee making facilities.” view full review

Luxurious Shower

“The walk-in shower was a standout feature, providing a refreshing experience with great water pressure.” view full review

Big Screen Joy

“I loved the large screen TV in the room; it made my evenings enjoyable with plenty of channels to choose from.” view full review

Charming Aesthetics

“The tasteful and quirky decor throughout the hotel created a warm and inviting atmosphere that made my stay special.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
No pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping

Dining

Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
Garden area

Room features

Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Oyo The Townhouse Hotel Location

34 Old Elvet, 34, Durham, United Kingdom

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34 Old Elvet, 34, Durham, United Kingdom

City landmarks

Church

Durham Cathedral

3000 ft

Castle

Tunstall Chapel

2500 ft

Landmark

Palace Green

2300 ft

Museum

Oriental Museum

1.1 mi

Museum

Durham Museum

2100 ft

Landmark

Marquess of Londonderry's Statue

2100 ft

Library

Palace Green Library

2300 ft

Museum

Durham University Museum of Archaeology

2400 ft

Landmark

The Durham Light Infantry Memorial

2500 ft

Garden

Crook Hall and Gardens

4300 ft

Landmark

Lindisfarne Gospels

2300 ft

Mall

Prince Bishops Shopping Centre

2100 ft

Park

Durham University Botanic Garden

5100 ft

Landmark

Durham Riverside Walk

3600 ft

Landmark

Old Durham Gardens

3500 ft

Landmark

World Heritage Site Visitor Centre

2100 ft

Landmark

Low Burnhall Woods

3500 ft

Shopping Area

The Riverwalk

3600 ft

Landmark

Great High Wood

2500 ft

Park

Wharton Park

4700 ft

Landmark

Poplar Tree Garden Centre & Coffee Shop

1.4 mi

Landmark

Aykley Wood Nature Reserve

5100 ft

Landmark

Bannatyne Health Club And Spa

1.5 mi

Landmark

Low Burnhall

1.7 mi

Landmark

Belmont Railway Viaduct

2.1 mi

Nearby

Durham Market Place

Neptune Statue

1900 ft

Gallery

Bow Trust

1900 ft

Bridge

Elvet Bridge

1200 ft

Bridge

Kingsgate Bridge

1500 ft

Restaurants

Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill Durham

900 ft

Old Shire Hall 9 Old Elvet Old Shire Hall

The Court Inn

700 ft

Court Lane

Tinderbox Durham

600 ft

Old Shire Hall 9 Old Elvet Old Shire Hall

Market Kitchen

800 ft

Old Elvet Durham Marriott Hotel Royal County

Tealicious Tearoom

1000 ft

88 Elvet Bridge

The City Hotel

900 ft

84 New Elvet

Tango

1100 ft

96 Elvet Bridge

Barrio Comida

1200 ft

34 Church Street

Dunelm Lodge

3500 ft

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Getting around

City Centre

Durham9 min · 2300 ft

Airports

Durham Tees Valley (MME)60 min · 24.7 mi

Newcastle (NCL)64 min · 26.2 mi

Train

Durham Train Station12 min · 3300 ft

Bus

Bus stop12 min · 3300 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:00

Check-out

from 07:00-11:00

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site at GBP 10 per day.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.

Breakfast

The hotel Oyo The Townhouse provides visitors with a free full breakfast.

Children & extra beds

There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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Former name

Gadds Town House

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Oyo The Townhouse Hotel from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 198 verified reviews

6.7/10

Nice

63%

Recommend

Breakfast

5.6/10

Paid Wi-Fi

8.1/10

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