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OYO The Townhouse

★★★★★ 34 Old Elvet, Durham, GB

8.2 guest rating· 633 reviews

The five stars

OYO The Townhouse holds a five-star rating in its official classification, the requirement for every property in the Hotels of Earth collection.

The service side of those stars shows in its listing: Terrace.

Guests score it 8.2/10 across 633 reviews.

About this hotel

Historic Charm and Modern Comfort

Individually Themed Rooms : Immerse yourself in unique designs and styles in our Grade II-Listed Georgian townhouse. Each room tells a different story, ensuring a memorable stay.

Convenient Location : Explore Durham's rich history with the Cathedral and castle just a short stroll away. Enjoy a riverside walk or catch a cricket match at Durham University Cricket Club, all within walking distance.

Easy Access to Transportation : With Durham Rail Station nearby, travel becomes effortless. Venture to Newcastle for a day trip with a quick 15-minute train ride. Experience the perfect blend of heritage and convenience at OYO The Townhouse.

Rooms & rates

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Garden Room - Hot Tub

Sleeps 3 · 9 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 Double Bed</strong></p><p>100 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Espresso maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and free bottled water</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, bathrobes, and slippers</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board, desk, and phone; cribs (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Le Jardin - Hot Tub

Sleeps 3 · 9 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 Double Bed</strong></p><p>100 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Espresso maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and free bottled water</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, bathrobes, and slippers</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board, desk, and phone; cribs (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Eden Lodge - Hot Tub

Sleeps 3 · 9 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 Double Bed</strong></p><p>100 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Espresso maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and free bottled water</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, bathrobes, and slippers</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board, desk, and phone; cribs (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Eden Lodge

Sleeps 2 · 16 m² · Large bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Minibar

Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a hairdryer and slippers. The double room features a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe, as well as a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

The Garden Room

Sleeps 2 · 16 m² · Large bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Minibar

Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a hairdryer and slippers. The double room provides a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.

Bijoux Loft

Sleeps 2 · 13 m² · Large bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Shower

Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The double room provides a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.

Penthouse

Sleeps 2 · 13 m² · Large bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Minibar

Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a hairdryer and slippers. The double room provides a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe, as well as a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.

Azzurri

Sleeps 2 · 13 m² · Large bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine
  • TV

Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a hairdryer and slippers. The double room features a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe, heating, as well as a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

Midas

Sleeps 2 · 13 m² · Large bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Shower

Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The double room features a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe, heating, as well as a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

Edwardian Express

Sleeps 2 · 13 m² · Large bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine
  • TV

Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a hairdryer and slippers. The double room provides a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe, heating, as well as a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.

Amenities

  • Parking
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Free wired internet
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
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  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Internet access
  • Japanese garden
  • Key card access
  • Luggage storage
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Reception hall
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Television in common areas
  • Terrace

Location

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34 Old Elvet, Durham, GB

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say8.2633 reviews

− Hotel closed without notice− Poor customer service− No accommodation provided
Cleanliness7.4
Service9.4
Location10.0
Room Quality7.4
Amenities8.3
Value for Money7.4

Guest review

2.0

We got there and there was a note on the door saying the hotel was repossessed as and they still took payment out of my account do I’m now in the middle of trying to get money back,

Andrea · 2025-10-10

Guest review

2.0

Property was closed with a sign on the door. They tried to charge me anyway. Terrible!

Steven · 2025-10-01

Guest review

2.0

The hotel stopped operating in July

Arkadiusz · 2025-09-28

DO NOT BOOK HERE!

1.0

The hotel does not exist yet booking.com advertises this on their site!

Karla · GB · 2025-09-18

Left out on the street!

2.0

My wife has stayed here in the past and liked it, however, this place is currently closed and up for sale (Sep 2025). We arrived on a friday night after making a booking a couple of months prior. The doors were locked, curtains all drawn and no lights on. No response when ringing bell or knocking. On calling the 'hotel contact number' we were connected to a foreign call centre who were of little help, and Hotels.com are refusing to refund our payment because they cant get approval from a manager... He's legged it!

Jennifer · 2025-09-16

Repossessed

1.0

Place is closed down and has been repossessed

− Closed down

Kelly · GB · 2025-09-15

Hotels of Earth · questions

Is OYO The Townhouse really a five-star hotel?
Yes. Its own classification data carries five stars; that rating, not a style label, is what puts a property in this collection.

Good to know

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

A credit card imprint will be required by the hotel at check-in as security for any extras taken during your stay

Please note that this is a historic Georgian Grade II listed townhouse with over 4 floors. Unfortunately it has no lift access.

There is a cocktail bar in the hotel too.

›Internet

WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

›Pets

Pets are not allowed.

›Parking

Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs GBP 10 per day.

›Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 6 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an available cot.

You haven't added any extra beds.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.