Title: The Old School House Hotel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Aparthotel # The Old School House Hotel Apartment in Durham with kitchenette and balcony ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116240000/116230100/116230008/fd9b7033.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116240000/116230100/116230008/9a3d62ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116240000/116230100/116230008/e9449319.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116240000/116230100/116230008/261596e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116240000/116230100/116230008/cb6c40bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The Old School House Hotel provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Apart-hotel 3 bedrooms3 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Washer - Parking available - Outdoor space - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### The Old School House Hotel The Old School House Hotel – Tranquil Guest House Near Durham Discover the charm of The Old School House, a beautifully restored guest house just 2 miles from Durham city centre. Nestled in peaceful countryside, we offer a relaxing escape with easy access to Durham Cathedral, Durham University, and the vibrant historic city of Durham. Our spacious rooms blend traditional character with modern comfort, featuring free Wi-Fi, en-suite bathrooms, and comfortable beds for a restful night. Guests enjoy a delicious locally sourced breakfast, free parking, and a warm, personal welcome in a quiet, scenic setting. Whether you’re here for a romantic getaway, a university visit, or to explore the North East’s rich heritage, The Old School House is the perfect place to stay near Durham. \- Free Wi-Fi \- Complimentary breakfast \- Free on-site parking \- Peaceful rural location \- 5-minute drive to Durham city centre Book now and experience countryside comfort with city convenience. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 1 accessible parking space - No elevator - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Designated smoking areas ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2630000/2621700/2621674/bf5a9a48.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Honest Lawyer Hotel Durham - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 8.4 Very good 948 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=2621674&PinnedHotelID=2621674&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92480000/92474800/92474747/b1b1fa90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Warlands-Farm Guest-House Durham - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=54.782856,-1.629333&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7DskmIhf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key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=rru42AFv6SiOd08cumYQWPxCMXU=) Bearpark, England #### What's nearby - Diggerland - 5 min drive - 4.9 km - Durham Cathedral - 6 min drive - 4.7 km - Gala Theatre Durham - 6 min drive - 4.6 km - Durham University - 6 min drive - 4.7 km - Durham Castle - 6 min drive - 4.7 km #### Getting around - Durham Station - 10 min drive - Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 44 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Colpitts - ‬5 min drive - ‪Greggs - ‬6 min drive - ‪The New Board Inn - ‬5 min drive - ‪Garden House - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Flass Pub - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Old School House Hotel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Old School House Hotel? > As of Nov 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Old School House Hotel on Nov 30, 2025 start from CA $134.52, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Durham-Hotels-The-Old-School-House-Hotel.h116230008.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at The Old School House Hotel? > Check-in begins at 12:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Old School House Hotel? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Old School House Hotel located? > Situated in a rural location, this aparthotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Diggerland, Durham Indoor Market, and St. Nicholas Church. Gala Theatre Durham and Palace Green Library are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Old School House Hotel Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter T. May 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Well equipped Comfortable and handy to have a microwave. ##### Peter T. Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### j m. Jul 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Everything needed for our stay and more. Friendly and helpful host. Would recommend ##### j m. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steven May 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely property very quiet, room was super clean and the owners were very friendly, cannot fault the experience, would definitely recommend and use again. ##### Steven Stayed 1 night in May 2025