This city hotel is housed in a building that dates back to 1500 and comprises a total of 50 rooms including 3 suites spread over 3 floors. Guests are greeted in an inviting lobby area with a 24-hour reception. Further facilities include a hire safe, a cloakroom, and a cosy lounge room with an open fireplace. Light snacks and drinks may be enjoyed in the pleasant bar and the restaurant offers each guest a variety of culinary options from the English menu and highchairs are available for children. Conference rooms are available for meetings and additional facilities include a public Internet terminal, laundry and room services, and a car park. Location This city hotel is located at the heart of historical old town of Durham. Constructed in a Victorian style, the wonderful building is superbly located for taking strolls down the medieval alleys. Countless shops, restaurants, bars, pubs and nightclubs are to be found in the immediate vicinity. Rooms The pleasant and cosy rooms come with carpeting, a direct dial telephone, satellite/cable TV, a radio and a hairdryer. Water and fresh milk are provided in the fridge, whilst guests also have the possibility to make cups of tea and coffee in the rooms. Internet access is supplied and heating is centrally regulated. Some rooms come with a separate lounge room. Sport The hotel offers use of a spa area, sauna and an indoor swimming pool. The nearest golf course is 3.2 km away. Meals Lunch and dinner may be taken à la carte or chosen from a set menu. The restaurant, Brown, serves up international dishes as well as a good selection of exquisite wines. Special dietary requirements can also be catered for. Payment American Express, MasterCard and VISA are accepted as methods of payment.