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Farnley Tower Guesthouse

4.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Durham University

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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

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

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
The current price is £133
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun

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Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Garden View

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(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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  • City view
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed

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  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

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  • City view
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Single Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, individually decorated

Classic Single Room

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  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

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  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Map
The Avenue, Durham, England, DH1 4DX

What's nearby

  • Durham Indoor Market - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Durham Castle - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Durham Cathedral - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Durham University - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Gala Theatre Durham - 17 min walk - 1.5 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 Waiting Room Durham Station - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Station House - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Three Bridges - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Head of Steam - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ye Old Elm Tree - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Farnley Tower Guesthouse

Farnley Tower Guesthouse puts you a short five-minute drive from Durham University. 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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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 19-minute walk from Durham University and 15 minutes' walk from Gala Theatre Durham.

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Reviews

Farnley Tower Guesthouse Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, cooked to order, and delicious with a wide range of options. (55 reviews)
  • Parking was easy and conveniently located right next to the property. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent with a great restaurant
Phil, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel, would definitely recommend
Mandy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic place friendly helpful staff
Andy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really lovely hotel, staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful. Felt so welcome throughout the trip and the rooms and location was great
Mollie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel. Really nice welcome on arrival room was ready before check-in. Room was clean and had everything we needed. Breakfast was amazing, the staff were in hand took orders quickly and food arrived in good time.
Louise, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was as it should be: helpful staff, easy check in, generous breakfast, clean and comfortable room.
Stephen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was really clean and comfortable, breakfast was lovely and staff were friendly and helpful would definitely stay again.
Nicola, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely warm welcome and the room was warm and comfortable as well. Really friendly people and breakfast was delicious. We had dinner at the Holi and Bhang restaurant next door which was also great and good value.
Anita, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay
Philippe, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really great building and located. Staff are so friendly and welcoming.
Peter, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was lovely and very clean. We had a very enjoyable stay here.
Michael, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great find, very clean and comfortable. Great breakfast. Good parking.
Michelle, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay . Beautiful room and delicious breakfast . Great location.
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really friendly and helpful staff. Very enjoyable stay.
Peter, 1-night trip
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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
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10/10 Exceptional

Great venue, lovely staff. Easy walk into centre of town.
Paul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly and competent staff, lovely breakfast, would recommend this Guesthouse. The room was a little warm as it was very hot weather but otherwise it was a lovely stay!
Aoife, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Lovely quiet room , grounds and surroundings are lovely too
john, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property, fantastic staff.
Luke, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a lovely one-night stay here - the owner and staff were super welcoming and helpful, and we enjoyed a great breakfast in the morning. We were in one of the attic rooms, which involved a bit of stooping on our part, but it was a lovely room all the same!
Clare, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Such a charming B&B nestled in a lovely historic building. It had so much character and comfort—I’d definitely come back!
Berna, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really lovely with great views. Very friendly staff and a great breakfast
Emma, 1-night trip
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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
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10/10 Exceptional

I stayed here for the Great North Run in September. The staff are dedicated, to the point of opening breakfast from 5am on the day of the Run for runners! Exemplary and very easy to walk to the centre of Durham.
James, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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