Nestled in a charming setting, The Queens Head offers a warm atmosphere with karaoke nights and refreshing drinks at the bar. Connect to WiFi, unwind in the garden or challenge your friends to games in the arcade. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
The Queens Head puts you just a 5-minute drive from Durham University. A bar/lounge and a garden are other highlights.
At a glance
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Hotel size
4 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Bar/lounge
What to do
Karaoke
Facilities
Garden
Arcade/game room
Fees & policies
Policies
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
This property does not have elevators.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
The Queens Head Inn
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at The Queens Head?
Yes, dogs are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Queens Head?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Queens Head?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at The Queens Head and nearby?
The Queens Head has an arcade and a garden.
What's the area around The Queens Head like?
The Queens Head is a short 16-minute walk from Gala Theatre Durham and 19 minutes' walk from Durham Castle.
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Reviews
The Queens Head Reviews
7.8
Good
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7.8
Cleanliness
7.2
Amenities
8.4
Staff & service
7.2
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 17, 2026
.Room was good. Very friendly staff
Morten
Morten, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 4, 2025
The bed was nice and comfortable the place was clean I felt at home
John
John, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 26, 2023
Exceptionally clean, lovely welcoming staff. Would definitely stay here again.
Pauline
Pauline, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 3, 2024
Lovely place, especially when it's a 10-15 minute walk into Durham. Bar area was friendly staff were lovely.
Jenny
Jenny, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 18, 2023
Third time staying, always clean & easy to check in
Roshun
Verified
8/10 Very good
Mar 7, 2025
Staff were very helpful in person and over the phone.
George
George, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 17, 2024
Great hotel, friendly staff. Really happy with everything for the price. Highly recommend staying here.
Will
Will, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 12, 2024
Really enjoyed our stay
Really enjoyed our stay. Easy check in and very accommodating. Staff very friendly and always willing to help. Within walking distance to Durham. Pub atmosphere very friendly and welcoming. Will definitely stay again.
miss Natasha
miss Natasha, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2024
Cheap, convenient and very friendly staff and locals will use again if around Durham.
Oliver
Oliver, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 11, 2024
Nice stay
Quick check in, with a very pleasant young lady, room does need a little TLC, bedding clean and towels clean
Sharon
Sharon, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Aug 18, 2024
The Pub was ideal for my needs as I was staying for a couple of nights to attend a Football match.It was a decent base for a drink at the end of each day after exploring Durham in the evenings.
Ed
Ed, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 9, 2024
Suitable for my needs and in a convenient location.
Barrie
Barrie, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2024
Great value all round.
Cant fault this place for the price to be honest. Staff wee great and the beer was sensibly priced unlike in town.
Good parking and 20 min walk into the city.
Will stay again.
Martin
Martin, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 25, 2023
Good value
Friendly, basic inn - decent food. Good value
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jun 26, 2024
Queens head
Nice comfy room,lovely en suite,ideal for my requirements and for the price.
Antoni
Antoni, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 3, 2024
Queens inn Durham
Throughly enjoyed stay room small but adequate.. Very clean and although quite noisy been above pub notva issue with sleeping .. Girl on reception went out her way look after us fantastic service ,Throughly recommended staying ere lovely little place ideal for Durham city centre at budget price
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D, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Feb 2, 2025
Did the trick
Did the job for the reasonable price tag, bed was clean and comfortable and Durham centre a nice walk away from the property. We would consider staying again if on a budget.
Stephanie
Stephanie, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Feb 16, 2025
Lovely staff, hotel room was lovely pay for what you get, shared bathroom was dirty, people being sick and faeces and urine left in the toilet. Other than that had a pleasant stay.
Toni
Toni, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 4, 2024
Bedroom was very nice, smaller than expected but clean with everything we needed. Bathroom was lovely. Shame that they don’t make food there anymore, like advertised online.
Sara
Sara, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 6, 2024
I’ll highly recommend. Nice people, bar is amazing. All good stuff.
Georgi
Georgi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 20, 2024
This property was amazing, the staff were so lovely. The room was clean and very spacious with a nice comfortable bed clean sheets and a tv. There was tea and coffee in the room also. Amazing stay, will definitely be coming again! M.
Sophie
Sophie, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Mar 30, 2025
Room was a good size. Close to a Sainsburys Local and a bus stop. About 30 mins walk to train station. Pub downstairs was a wee bit noisy. Doesnt serve breakfast but you can go to Wetherspoons in the town. Nice enough for a short stay.Outside needs renovating.
Kathleen
Kathleen, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 14, 2024
Nice and clean
Dan
Dan, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Mar 3, 2025
If you value your sleep
Room ok bed comfortable staff friendly enough.
Main problem was the music in the pub downstairs reverberating until half past midnight followed by the revellers leaving until one o’clock
Laurence W
Laurence W, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 2, 2024
Good room for the price.
The room was quite small but everything we required was there. Nice and warm and quiet. The bonus was that they have a shared kitchen with a fridge, sink and crockery/cutlery. The staff were really friendly. Plenty of car parking beside the rooms,