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Farnley Tower Guesthouse

4.0 star property
Durham hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Front of property
Dinner served, Indian cuisine, garden views
Exterior detail
Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View | View from room
Interior
Nestled in the historical district near Durham University, Farnley Tower Guesthouse offers a warm welcome with its garden views, Indian cuisine restaurant Holi and Bhang, and daily manager's reception. Connect to free WiFi, unwind in the garden or on the sun-kissed terrace. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Conference centre
  • Business centre
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room
  • Wedding services
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Garden View

Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
  • 10 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
  • 14 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Single Room

Classic Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Classic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Classic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Map
The Avenue, Durham, England, DH1 4DX

What's nearby

  • Durham Cathedral - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Durham University - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Durham Castle - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Gala Theatre Durham - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Crook Hall and Gardens - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.) - 36 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 47 min drive
  • Durham Station - 12 min walk
  • Chester-le-Street Station - 16 min drive
  • Heworth Station - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Colpitts - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Three Bridges - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Duke of Wellington - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Station House - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Ye Old Elm Tree - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Farnley Tower Guesthouse

Located near a train station, Farnley Tower Guesthouse is a great choice for a stay in Durham. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Holi and Bhang, which serves Indian cuisine and is open for dinner. A bar/lounge, a terrace and a garden are other highlights. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travellers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 17 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Express check-out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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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
    • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • On-site parking only available on request
    • Free on-site self-parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking area (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room
  • Conference centre (323 square feet of space)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Raised toilet seat
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LED TV

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Memory-foam mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep-soaking bath
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Special features

Dining

Holi and Bhang – Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specialises in Indian cuisine and only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night

Parking

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

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Frequently asked questions

Does Farnley Tower Guesthouse offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Farnley Tower Guesthouse 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Farnley Tower Guesthouse?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Farnley Tower Guesthouse?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Farnley Tower Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Express check-out is available.

What is there to do at Farnley Tower Guesthouse and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Farnley Tower Guesthouse also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Farnley Tower Guesthouse?

Yes, Holi and Bhang offers Indian cuisine and garden views.

Does Farnley Tower Guesthouse have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep-soaking bath.

What's the area around Farnley Tower Guesthouse like?

Farnley Tower Guesthouse is a short 15-minute walk from Gala Theatre Durham and 15 minutes' walk from Durham Cathedral.

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Reviews

Farnley Tower Guesthouse Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was excellent, cooked to order, with a good variety of options and friendly, efficient staff. (49 reviews)
  • Parking was easy and conveniently located right next to the property. (5 reviews)
  • The on-site restaurant served excellent food, including great breakfasts and tasty Indian cuisine. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay . Beautiful room and delicious breakfast . Great location.
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location

Great stay, great location. Staff were friendly and helpful. Location excellent only a 10 min walk into the centre. Breakfast was excellent, cooked to order so fresh and hot. Room was large, clean and bed comfortable.
Stuart, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Always a pleasure to stay here. Lovely staff. Nice quiet location and handy for a stroll into town
Colin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property, fantastic staff.
Luke, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really lovely with great views. Very friendly staff and a great breakfast
Emma, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This place is full of character and very well-appointed. In a quiet location without through-traffic, but 15 minutes' walk from the city centre, also close to bus routes, and convenient for driving out to other places. Breakfasts are very good and you can book an evening meal.
Margaret, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed our stay very much. Lovely independent guest house with lots of character and lovely staff.
Julie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely unique building, beautiful room and very pet friendly. Superb breakfast, even for our dog!!!
Josephine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly helpful staff, big room, very comfortable bed, lovely restaurant with hotel discount, also breakfast included.
Debbie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A superb place to stay from start to finish. Great friendly staff, lovely room, and well catered for at breakfast. Good history known for the building and great area for walking to the city centre, Will definitely be going back soon.
Danny, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff. Lovely character building with large clean room and amazing breakfast. Definitely my ‘go to’ place when staying in Durham.
Philip, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

All good. Couldn't fault anything

Staff very friendly and the room was excellent. Brekafast was very good too. Couldn't really fault it.
Pete, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely room, microwave welcome addition. Great stay, we'll be back.
Amy, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Location. Beds were not that comfortable.
Sui Che, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely traditional English guest house hotel. Simple arrival and check out, good breakfast with great options (menu choice, vegan, veggie, gf etc). Friendly staff, comfy bed (my ‘single’ was a small double) and no noisy air con/heating systems etc. A steep walk up from the city centre but not too far and no problem for me.
Carolyn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous welcome from Anna and the team. Excellent breakfast and comfy, clean room. Definitely would recommend
Tyra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous

Very friendly welcome. Upgraded to a double room, no extra cost. Very comfortable. Fabulous breakfast
Cathrine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Anna was very friendly, kind & helpful. A lovely spot out of town but we dont mind the walk. Nice cocktails at the indian restaurant next door. Lovely breakfast with lots of egg options, fruit selection & cereals so good choice for all & delicious. Thankyou
donna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Value for Money

This was our Anniversary weekend, and a Friend recommended Farnley Tower to us. We weren't disappointed. We actually got an upgrade and had an amazing view of the Cathedral.
Lynn, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Altogether lovely stay room was very comfortable only problem the shower didn’t get hot enough and was weak flow Anna was brilliant x
Gillian, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely old building full of character in a fabulous setting.Could do with a little tlc. Staff were excellent and Anna was fabulous. Was so welcoming and friendly and such a hard worker. The place was very clean and tidy. The bedroom was very large and had everything laid out for us when we got there. The on-site Indian restaurant was a real bonus. Wouldn’t hesitate to stay there again.
Andrew, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

OUTSTANDING
GEOFF, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My daughter and I stayed here whilst on a short trip to visit the University. I'd already exchanged emails with Anna at the hotel and she'd been really helpful and super lovely. When we arrived, we were greeted and shown to our room. Room was lovely and clean, a nice size for the two of us and the beds were comfy. The breakfast room was lovely- laid out with a good choice of items to help ourselves too and then we had a menu to choose our hot options (we both had a lovely Full English) There is a restaurant in the grounds of the hotel- we had a drink there in the evening but no food as we were still full from our lunch. We'd definitely eat there if we went back again. The chap behind the bar was lovely and friendly and chatted to us a while about the city and the area etc. The hotel is about a 10-15 minute walk into town and actually quite a pleasant walk. If my daughter chooses Durham University then this is definitely where me and the family will stay when we visit.
Karen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and comfortable room. Check-in was hassle free. Good parking available. Choice at breakfast was good with friendly, efficient staff.
Steven, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great find, very clean and comfortable. Great breakfast. Good parking.
Michelle, 1-night trip