Last-minute hotel deals near Durham Cathedral

With panoramic views of beautiful countryside, the Ravensworth Arms Hotel is a charming pub with bright, traditional rooms. Standing on the site of Clubdon Hall, it offers free Wi-Fi, 5 minutes’ drive from the A1(M).

Each room at the Ravensworth Arms Hotel includes satellite TV, free tea and coffee, and ironing facilities. All private bathrooms feature a hairdryer.

Lewis Carroll was a frequent visitor to the Ravensworth, reportedly writing part of his classic work Alice in Wonderland on one of his stays.

In the peaceful village of Lamesley, Newcastle’s centre is still less than 10 minutes’ drive away from the pub. Guests have views of the famous Angel of the North sculpture, and are within 20 minutes’ drive of a range of golf courses.

The restaurant provides a varied and contemporary menu, including themed nights and meal deals during the week.

With a stay at this apartment in Chester-le-Street, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of St. James' Park and Durham University. This apartment is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Pelaw Grange Greyhound Stadium and 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from Beamish Open Air Museum.

Located 32 km from Stadium of Light, 38 km from Sage Gateshead and 38 km from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, Stylish 3-Bed House on Hope Close provides accommodation set in Trimdon. The property is around 39 km from Theatre Royal, 39 km from Northumbria University and 40 km from MetroCentre. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Beamish Museum is 32 km away.

The spacious apartment comes with 3 bedrooms, a TV with cable channels and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with an oven, a microwave, a washing machine, a fridge and a stovetop. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Utilita Arena is 40 km from the apartment, while Newcastle Train Station is 41 km away. The nearest airport is Teesside International Airport, 30 km from Stylish 3-Bed House on Hope Close.

Situated in Peterlee and only 20 km from Lumley Castle, Bruce Place features accommodation with quiet street views, free WiFi and free private parking. It is located 27 km from Beamish Museum and offers private check-in and check-out. The property is non-smoking and is set 20 km from Stadium of Light.

This apartment features 3 bedrooms, a kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom fitted with a bath. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Guests can relax in the garden at the property.

Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art is 33 km from the apartment, while The Glasshouse International Centre for Music is 34 km from the property. Teesside International Airport is 43 km away.

Offering city views, 5Star City homes - close to city center Free WiFi is an accommodation located in Sunderland, 20 km from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art and 21 km from Sage Gateshead. The property is around 21 km from Theatre Royal, 22 km from Newcastle Train Station and 22 km from Northumbria University. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Stadium of Light is 3.2 km away.

This apartment is equipped with 1 bedroom, a kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom equipped with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Utilita Arena is 22 km from the apartment, while St James' Park is 24 km away. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 33 km from 5Star City homes - close to city center Free WiFi.

Set in Seaham, 600 metres from Seaham Beach, No.16 has a garden, parking on-site and rooms with free WiFi access. The property has garden views and is 11 km from Stadium of Light and 18 km from Lumley Castle. The Glasshouse International Centre for Music is 28 km away and Theatre Royal is 28 km from the guest house.

At the guest house, units come with a desk, a TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Certain rooms also offer a fully equipped kitchenette with a fridge.

Guests at the guest house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Seaham, like cycling and fishing.

Beamish Museum is 25 km from No.16, while Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art is 27 km from the property. Newcastle International Airport is 40 km away.

With a stay at this apartment in Sunderland, you'll be a 2-minute walk from University of Sunderland and 14 minutes by foot from Sunderland Museum. This apartment is 13 mi (20.9 km) from Beamish Open Air Museum and 13.2 mi (21.2 km) from Northumbria University.

With a stay at this vacation home in Sunderland, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of University of Sunderland and Sunderland Museum. This vacation home is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Stadium of Light and 12.3 mi (19.8 km) from Durham University.

With a stay at this holiday home in Bishop Auckland, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Durham University and Deer Park. This holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Newgate Shopping Centre and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Mining Art Gallery.

With a stay at this holiday home in Bishop Auckland, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Durham University and Windlestone Hall Country Park. This holiday home is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Bishop Auckland Golf Club and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Mining Art Gallery.

With a stay at this apartment in Washington, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Beamish Open Air Museum and Quayside. This apartment is 8.3 mi (13.3 km) from St. James' Park and 12.8 mi (20.6 km) from Durham University.

When you stay at Host Stay Town House in Seaham, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Funshack and Sharpley Golf Club. This holiday home is 12.7 mi (20.5 km) from Durham University and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Blast Beach.

Located in Sunderland, Sommerset Cottages is in the suburbs, within a 5-minute drive of Doxford International Business Park and University of Sunderland. This guest house is 11.5 mi (18.5 km) from Durham University and 12.4 mi (19.9 km) from Beamish Open Air Museum.

Set 15 km from Lumley Castle, 18 km from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art and 19 km from The Glasshouse International Centre for Music, Sunderland City Centre Modern 2 Bed Apartment offers accommodation located in Sunderland. This apartment features free private parking, full-day security and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 2.4 km from Stadium of Light.

The spacious apartment is located on the ground floor and has 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with an oven, a microwave, a washing machine, a toaster and a fridge. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Theatre Royal is 19 km from the apartment, while Newcastle Train Station is 20 km from the property. Newcastle International Airport is 29 km away.

With a stay at Hardwick Arms Hotel in Stockton-on-Tees, you'll be steps from Hardwick Park and a 2-minute drive from Sedgefield Racecourse. This hotel is 10.5 mi (16.9 km) from Durham University and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Wynyard Woodland Park.

With a stay at this holiday home in Stanley, you'll be steps from Beamish Open Air Museum and a 5-minute drive from Beamish Adventure Park. This holiday home is 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from Durham University and 11.2 mi (18 km) from St. James' Park.

The Cockton Quaters By Horizon Stays is set in Bishop Auckland, 40 km from Beamish Museum, 44 km from Stadium of Light, as well as 48 km from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the apartment free of charge. The property is non-smoking and is located 30 km from Lumley Castle.

This apartment is equipped with 2 bedrooms, a kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom equipped with a shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment.

Newcastle Train Station is 48 km from The Cockton Quaters By Horizon Stays, while MetroCentre is 48 km away. Teesside International Airport is 29 km from the property.

Situated in Washington, Charming Village Retreat in Washington is a recently renovated accommodation, 11 km from Stadium of Light and 12 km from Beamish Museum. The property is located 13 km from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, 13 km from The Glasshouse International Centre for Music and 14 km from Theatre Royal. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Lumley Castle is 10 km away.

The spacious apartment has 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a bath. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

St James' Park is 14 km from the apartment, while Newcastle Train Station is 14 km from the property. Newcastle International Airport is 24 km away.

Luke Stays - The Parade is situated in Washington, 11 km from Stadium of Light, 13 km from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, as well as 13 km from Beamish Museum. This apartment is 14 km from Newcastle Train Station and 14 km from Northumbria University.

With free WiFi, this 2-bedroom apartment features a flat-screen TV, a washing machine and a kitchen with an oven and fridge. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment.

Sage Gateshead is 13 km from the apartment, while Theatre Royal is 14 km from the property. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 28 km from Luke Stays - The Parade.

Located in Crook and only 24 km from Lumley Castle, Joy of Roddymoor provides accommodation with quiet street views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 38 km from The Glasshouse International Centre for Music, 38 km from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art and 38 km from Theatre Royal. The property is non-smoking and is situated 26 km from Beamish Museum.

The apartment with a patio and garden views features 3 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a bath. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Guests can also relax in the garden.

Northumbria University is 39 km from the apartment, while MetroCentre is 40 km away. Teesside International Airport is 39 km from the property.