Kings Lodge Hotel
Kings Lodge Hotel has 3 meeting/event spaces for 40–150 delegates (theatre), largest: Durham Suite (150).
- Up to 200 delegates
- 3 meeting spaces
- On-site parking
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Capacity overview
3 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durham Suite | 150 | — | 40 | 80 | 45 | — | — | 120 |
| Cathedral Room | 60 | — | 20 | 30 | 24 | — | — | 60 |
| Castle Room | 40 | — | 16 | 20 | 18 | — | — | 40 |
At a glance
Kings Lodge Hotel is a distinguished boutique hotel located in the heart of Durham city centre, just minutes from the iconic Durham Cathedral and Castle. This elegant Georgian property combines historic charm with modern amenities, offering sophisticated meeting and event spaces for up to 200 delegates. The hotel features beautifully appointed function rooms with natural daylight, state-of-the-art AV equipment, and flexible layouts suitable for conferences, meetings, weddings, and social events. With its prime location overlooking the River Wear and close proximity to Durham University, Kings Lodge provides an ideal venue for business and leisure guests seeking luxury accommodation and exceptional service in one of England's most historic cities.
Best suited for
- Business Meetings
- Conferences
- Training
- Workshops
- Wedding Receptions
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
Know before you book
Provenance shown for every factMeeting spaces at this venue
Pricing & packages
Exact rates are confirmed on your proposal — our experts negotiate on your behalf.
Meeting room, equipment, lunch & refreshments.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Food & catering
- Restaurant on site
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Free WiFi
- AV Equipment
- Natural Daylight
- Climate Control
- Riverside Location
- Historic Building
- Luxury Accommodation
- Restaurant
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
- Accessible parking
- Accessible restrooms
Location & getting there
Waddington Street, Durham, DH1 4BG, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
Every rating below is computed from verified platform data — never marketing copy.
Kings Lodge Hotel is a verified hotel in Durham, hosting up to 200 guests. Its profile rates most strongly 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.
Venue profile ratings
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-Fi✓ Verified
- AV & production✓ Verified
- Food & catering✓ Verified
- Bedrooms✓ Verified
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
Venue IQ™
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 5 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
- Oct 2025Quality score 90/100
Top-tier data completeness — capacities, facilities and access verified.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does Kings Lodge Hotel have?
Kings Lodge Hotel has 3 meeting and event spaces in Durham, seating up to 150 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of Kings Lodge Hotel's largest event space?
The largest event space at Kings Lodge Hotel is Durham Suite, with a maximum capacity of 150 guests.
What conference facilities does Kings Lodge Hotel offer?
Kings Lodge Hotel offers Free WiFi, AV Equipment, Natural Daylight, Climate Control, Projector, Screen, PA System across its 3 meeting and event spaces.
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 200 guests theatre style, 120 for dinner, 80 boardroom style
What AV equipment is available?
Standard AV equipment including projector, screen, sound system and complimentary Wi-Fi
Is catering available?
Full catering services available including breakfast, lunch, dinner and refreshment breaks
Is there parking available?
Complimentary on-site parking available for all guests and delegates
About Kings Lodge Hotel
Kings Lodge Hotel is a distinguished boutique hotel located in the heart of Durham city centre, just minutes from the iconic Durham Cathedral and Castle. This elegant Georgian property combines historic charm with modern amenities, offering sophisticated meeting and event spaces for up to 200 delegates. The hotel features beautifully appointed function rooms with natural daylight, state-of-the-art AV equipment, and flexible layouts suitable for conferences, meetings, weddings, and social events. With its prime location overlooking the River Wear and close proximity to Durham University, Kings Lodge provides an ideal venue for business and leisure guests seeking luxury accommodation and exceptional service in one of England's most historic cities.
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