Farnley Tower Guesthouse, Durham ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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The Avenue, Durham, United Kingdom

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“Nestled in a quiet residential suburb, the hotel offers easy walking access to the charming town centre of Durham.”view full review

Farnley Tower Guesthouse, a 4-star hotel with an 8.8/10 rating, is housed in a prominent Victorian mansion known for its unique architecture and gardens. Guests enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an on-site restaurant and bar specializing in authentic Indian cuisine, Holi & Bhang.

Rooms & Amenities

Farnley Tower Guesthouse features 17 individually designed en-suite rooms, with options including standard double, twin, and family-friendly accommodations. Certain rooms offer stunning views of Durham Castle, Cathedral, and the surrounding countryside, while all include amenities such as coffee/tea making facilities and flat-screen TVs.

Dining Options

The on-site restaurant, Holi & Bhang, serves an array of dishes made from local fresh produce and is known for its extensive selection of wines and cocktails. The restaurant can cater to groups of up to 35, with additional outdoor seating available for alfresco dining.

Leisure & Pet-Friendly Features

Guests can unwind in the patio area overlooking the garden or explore nearby attractions such as the Durham Cathedral and the historic city center. The guesthouse is also dog-friendly, allowing well-behaved pets for a small fee.

Location & Transportation

Farnley Tower Guesthouse is conveniently located within walking distance to the city center, where various cafes, shops, and cultural landmarks can be found. The Durham City Bus Station is about a 15-minute walk, providing easy access to transportation options.

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

Family Room

2 persons

30 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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En Suite Twin Room

2 persons

25 m²

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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En Suite Double Room

2 persons

25 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Double Deluxe Room Separate Private Bathroom

2 persons

25 m²

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Cycling

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's buffet
Board games

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Garden area

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Dressing area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV
CD player

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

The Avenue, Durham, United Kingdom

Map view

The Avenue, Durham, United Kingdom

City landmarks

Church

Durham Cathedral

1.8 km

Castle

Tunstall Chapel

1.9 km

Mall

Prince Bishops Shopping Centre

1.6 km

Garden

Crook Hall and Gardens

1.9 km

Museum

Oriental Museum

2.3 km

Landmark

Palace Green

1.9 km

Landmark

Durham Castle

880 m

Landmark

Durham Riverside Walk

1.9 km

Park

Wharton Park

1.3 km

Landmark

The Durham Light Infantry Memorial

1.0 km

Landmark

Marquess of Londonderry's Statue

1.7 km

Library

Palace Green Library

1.9 km

Museum

Durham Museum

1.8 km

Landmark

Neptune Statue

1.7 km

Landmark

Lindisfarne Gospels

1.8 km

Park

Durham University Botanic Garden

2.8 km

Landmark

Maiden's Bower round cairn

610 m

Museum

Durham University Museum of Archaeology

2.0 km

Church

St Margaret of Antioch

700 m

Shopping Area

The Riverwalk

950 m

Landmark

Durham Light Infantry Museum & Durham Art Gallery

2.1 km

Landmark

Railway Viaduct And Drinking Fountain Attached

900 m

Landmark

Miners Hall

920 m

Gallery

Bow Trust

1.9 km

Public Building

Durham Crown Court

2.4 km

Landmark

St John's Neville's Cross

1.2 km

Landmark

Neville's Cross

1.2 km

Landmark

St. Bede's Cemetery

870 m

Landmark

Mount Oswald Golf Club

2.6 km

Nearby

Durham Presbyterian Church

470 m

Restaurants

Club Mumbai

60 m

The Avenue

Bella Mamma

810 m

Darlington Road

Antico Restaurant Durham

820 m

Darlington Road Neville's Cross Complex

The Kingslodge Inn

880 m

Waddington Street Flass Vale

Bailey's Restaurant

940 m

Croxdale Bridge Honest Lawyer Hotel

Alishaan

1.1 km

50-51 North Road

Bridge Hotel Restaurant

960 m

39-40 North Road

Domino's Pizza

960 m

41-43 North Road

Bean Social

1.1 km

53 North Road

Duke of Wellington

1.4 km

Darlington Road

Getting around

City Centre

Durham5 min · 400 m

Airports

Teesside International Airport (MME)57 min · 38.0 km

Newcastle International Airport (NCL)63 min · 41.8 km

Train

Durham Train Station11 min · 900 m

Bus

Bus stop9 min · 700 m

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-18:00

Check-out

from 07:00-10:00

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

is available in for free.

Breakfast

At the hotel Farnley Tower Guesthouse guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free.

Children & extra beds

There are no extra beds provided in a room. There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

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Farnley Tower Guesthouse, Durham

About the Hotel

Rooms & Amenities

Dining Options

Leisure & Pet-Friendly Features

Location & Transportation

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Facilities

General

Sports & Fitness

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Services

Dining

Business

Children

Facilities for people with disabilities

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Media

Room decor

Location

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