The Durham Marriott Hotel Royal County is a distinguished 4-star hotel situated in the heart of Durham city centre, offering stunning views of the historic Durham Cathedral and River Wear. This elegant Georgian building combines traditional charm with modern amenities, featuring 150 guest rooms and suites. The hotel boasts comprehensive conference and event facilities including 8 flexible meeting rooms and event spaces that can accommodate up to 400 delegates. Located on Old Elvet, guests enjoy easy access to Durham's historic attractions, shopping areas, and transport links. The hotel features modern amenities including fitness facilities, on-site dining, complimentary WiFi throughout, and dedicated event planning services, making it an ideal choice for both business and leisure travelers.
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| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Suite | 120 | — | 40 | 80 | 45 | — | — |
| County Suite | 90 | — | 30 | 60 | 35 | — | — |
| Cathedral Room | 60 | — | 20 | 40 | 25 | — | — |
Day delegate rate from the venue’s published pricing. Exact quotes confirmed on your proposal.
Includes: Room hire, Basic AV.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Day delegate rates and room hire costs available on request. Packages include venue hire, catering, and AV equipment. Wedding and special event packages available.
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Old Elvet, Durham, DH1 3JN, United Kingdom
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Durham Marriott Hotel Royal County is a verified hotel in Durham, hosting up to 400 guests, with day delegate rates from £130. Its genome scores highest for Corporate, Historic, Hybrid Ready. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, bedrooms. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, memorable events in a heritage setting, hybrid and streamed events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Up to 400 guests in various configurations including theatre style, banquet rounds, and reception layouts
Comprehensive AV equipment including projectors, screens, sound system, microphones, and high-speed Wi-Fi throughout
Full service catering with multiple menu options, dietary requirements accommodated, in-house catering team
On-site parking available for guests, complimentary parking for event attendees
The Durham Marriott Hotel Royal County is a distinguished 4-star hotel situated in the heart of Durham city centre, offering stunning views of the historic Durham Cathedral and River Wear. This elegant Georgian building combines traditional charm with modern amenities, featuring 150 guest rooms and suites. The hotel boasts comprehensive conference and event facilities including 8 flexible meeting rooms and event spaces that can accommodate up to 400 delegates. Located on Old Elvet, guests enjoy easy access to Durham's historic attractions, shopping areas, and transport links. The hotel features modern amenities including fitness facilities, on-site dining, complimentary WiFi throughout, and dedicated event planning services, making it an ideal choice for both business and leisure travelers.
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