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The Old Post Office

4-star Hotel with Free Wi-Fi

4 stars

27 Front Street, Durham, DH7 0LA

+44 120 752 8420
9.4
Wonderful

based on 331 reviews

C$ 150
Rate

per night

Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Superior Room
C$ 150
Standard Room
C$ 166
Double room
C$ 183

About The Old Post Office, Durham

Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.8
Location
9.6
Services
9.6
Staff
9.8
Value for money
9.5
The Old Post Office offers a pleasant village setting just 20 minutes’ drive from the historic city of Durham. This pretty Grade II-listed property offers uniquely decorated rooms and lovely gardens with a courtyard. Each of the rooms at The Old Post Office features beautiful printed fabrics and artefacts. They offer lots of light and space, a TV, and tea and coffee-making facilities, as well as a private bathroom with a shower. Breakfast includes locally sourced produce including eggs from the property’s own free-range hens. You can relax in the property grounds and stroll into the village centre, where you will find restaurants and shops. Newcastle-Upon-Tyne is a 25-minute drive from the property, while the Northumberland coastline is around 50 minutes’ drive away.

The Old Post Office photos


Rooms

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Standard Room
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including GST, excluding local taxes and fees.

Hotel Amenities & Facilities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Free parking
  • TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Internet
  • Hairdryer
  • No smoking
  • Wake-up service

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Body soap
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Heating
  • Conditioner

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shower
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Dining

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Dining area
  • Dining table

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Cycling
  • Darts
  • Evening entertainment

General

  • Seating area
  • Garden view
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Bottle of water
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking

Outdoor

  • Grill

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Desk

Family friendly

  • Books, DVDs, music for children

Reviews

9.4
WonderfulBased on 331 verified guest reviews

Pros +
  • Excellent location right on the Main Street (in 11 reviews)
  • Clean and very comfortable Breakfast lovely. (in 67 reviews)
  • Clean with nice touches (homemade cookies/chic etc). (in 13 reviews)
Cons -
  • Could not fault the property (in 7 reviews)
  • Bottles of fresh milk stored in cooler on landing wall. (in 1 review)
  • I doubt the rest of places will live up to The Old Post office (in 1 review)


The Old Post Office room booking info

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.


Frequently asked questions

  • How far is The Old Post Office from Newcastle upon Tyne?

    There are 24.1 km between Newcastle upon Tyne and The Old Post Office. The drive to and from the airport should be about 44min, depending on traffic. Take into account high traffic times, especially near more metropolitan areas.

  • What is the best way to get to The Old Post Office from Newcastle upon Tyne?

    Another more common option is to just take a taxi or rideshare service from the airport to The Old Post Office. The nearest airport to the hotel is Newcastle upon Tyne.

  • Does The Old Post Office have a pool?

    Unfortunately, our data does not specify if there is a pool at The Old Post Office. We would recommend calling the hotel’s front desk to confirm. The phone number for The Old Post Office is +44 120 752 8420.

  • What is the phone number for The Old Post Office?

    For assistance from an employee at The Old Post Office please call +44 120 752 8420.

  • Does The Old Post Office have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, The Old Post Office has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What time is check-out for The Old Post Office?

    The required check-out time is 11:00 AM. Please plan accordingly before your departure to avoid any penalties or fees.

  • How much is a room at The Old Post Office?

    The average price for a night at The Old Post Office found recently is C$ 190 and can go as low as C$ 154/night. Please note that rates may be impacted by travel dates, room type, and availability. To see current deals, enter your dates in the form above.

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Places of interest near The Old Post Office

Attractions in Durham, England curated by momondo

The Old Post Office location: 27 Front Street, Durham, DH7 0LA

Top landmarks

DLI Museum and Durham Art Gallery11.2 km
Crook Hall and Gardens11.7 km
The Gates Shopping Centre11.7 km
Durham University Observatory11.8 km
Durham Indoor Market11.9 km
St. Nicholas Church11.9 km
Durham Castle11.9 km
Diggerland Durnham4.9 km

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