– Rooms –
Explore our uniquely styled rooms – taking design inspiration from the iconic Durham Cathedral, Academic Life and University Sciences – and find one to suit your needs.
– Meetings & Occasions –
Our unique meeting space, formerly the Council Room at Old Shire Hall Durham, is the ideal venue for your away day, training session, networking event, drinks reception or private dinner.
– The Chambers Kitchen and Bar –
Set within the historic Old Shire Hall, The Chambers Kitchen & Bar serves British grill dishes made with regional ingredients, alongside handcrafted cocktails and seasonal serves.
About Hotel Indigo Durham
A boutique hotel in the heart of Durham city centre
Set within the beautifully restored Old Shire Hall on Old Elvet, Hotel Indigo Durham is one of the most distinctive boutique hotels in Durham city centre, just five minutes’ drive from Durham railway station and moments from the historic heart of the city.
Our central location makes exploring effortless, with the city’s magnificent trinity: Durham University, Durham Castle and the world-renowned Durham Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, all just a short stroll away. From the hotel, everything Durham offers is within easy reach on foot.
Every walk here is a delight, along the banks of the River Wear, through the university’s botanic gardens, or down the narrow “vennels,” the tight medieval alleyways that weave between the city centre’s buildings. Along these side streets you’ll discover wonderful independent places to eat and drink, including Vennels Cafe, a Durham institution famed for its homemade quiche and cake.
And no visit to Durham is complete without the historic covered market, where you can pick up a sensational range of fresh, local produce beneath the beautiful Victorian ironwork.






