Set in Durham and within 15 km of Beamish Museum, 40Winks has a terrace, allergy-free rooms, and free WiFi. The property features inner courtyard and quiet street views, and is 25 km from Stadium of Light. The accommodation offers full-day security, and luggage storage for guests. All units come with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a kettle, a walk-in shower, bathrobes and a desk. Units come with a private bathroom with slippers, while some rooms also feature a patio and others also feature city views. At the guest house, the units come with bed linen and towels. An à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast is available every morning at the property. Sage Gateshead is 28 km from the guest house, while Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art is 28 km from the property. The nearest airport is Teesside International Airport, 38 km from 40Winks.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
9.6
High score for Durham
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Olivia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Our daughter is at Durham Uni and we need somewhere nice to stay when visiting. 40Winks was a welcome departure from a more corporate hotel stay, lovely decor, great welcome (appreciated Molton Brown toiletries!) and a lovely location looking over...
  • Pedro
    Portugal Portugal
    Beautifully appointed rooms and common areas. The front rooms have stunning views of the cathedral.
  • Debbie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The hotel is in an ideal location, not far from town and overlooking the river and cathedral. The decor and ambience is so inviting and the staff are very attentive. There is a lovely courtyard which would come to life in the summer months.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by 40 Winks Guest House & Residence

Company review score: 9.8Based on 352 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Nestled in the City of Durham, 40 Winks Guesthouse offers guests a cosy stay in one of our individually designed rooms. Our Victorian, Grade II listed, newly refurbished Guesthouse is situated on the banks of the River Wear, with spectacular views of Durham Cathedral.

Property information

Our Victorian, Grade II listed, newly refurbished Guesthouse is situated on the banks of the River Wear, with spectacular views of Durham Cathedral. From our rooms, you can also immerse yourself in views spanning across Durham city and can even catch a glimpse of Penshaw Monument. 40 Winks Guesthouse boasts 9 individual, stylish en-suite bedrooms that include plush King and Super King beds, complimentary refreshments & Molton Brown toiletries. A short, 4-minute walk will take you directly into the City Centre.

Neighbourhood information

Immerse yourself in a unique stay in the heart of Durham at 40 Winks Guesthouse. Our Victorian, Grade II listed, newly refurbished Guesthouse overlooks the banks of the River Wear, with spectacular views of Durham Cathedral. A short, 4-minute walk will take you directly into the city centre of Durham, giving you access to an abundance of shops, restaurants, pubs, and attractions including the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Durham Cathedral and Durham Castle.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of 40Winks
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Additional toilet
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Executive lounge access
  • Express check-in/check-out
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Soundproofing
  • Carpeted
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

40Winks takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:30 to 21:00

Check-out

Until 10:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Cash 40Winks accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform 40Winks in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

FAQs about 40Winks

  • Check-in at 40Winks is from 14:30, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • Guests staying at 40Winks can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • À la carte

  • The prices at 40Winks may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • 40Winks is 850 yards from the centre of Durham. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • 40Winks offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Room options at 40Winks include:

      • Double