Accommodation

Accommodation in Durham

A range of hotel and university college accommodation will be available for ISSID 2027. All options are within walking distance of the conference venue, the Teaching and Learning Centre, Durham University, South Road, Durham, DH1 3LS.

Hotel accommodation

Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

Located on Old Elvet in the heart of Durham, the Delta Hotels Durham Royal County offers convenient access to both the city centre and the University.

  • Dates: 18–24 July 2027, six nights (or part thereof)
  • Rate: £150 per room, per night
  • Occupancy: Single occupancy
  • Included: Bed and breakfast
  • Walking time to the venue: Approximately 15–20 minutes
Hotel Indigo Durham in the historic Old Shire Hall

Hotel Indigo Durham

Hotel Indigo Durham is a boutique hotel situated in the historic Old Shire Hall on Old Elvet. The hotel is close to Durham's historic centre and offers individually designed rooms inspired by the city's cathedral and university heritage.

  • Dates: 18–24 July 2027, six nights (or part thereof)
  • Rate: £155 per room, per night
  • Occupancy: Single occupancy
  • Included: Bed and breakfast
  • Walking time to the venue: Approximately 12–15 minutes
Radisson Blu Hotel Durham at dusk

Radisson Blu Hotel Durham

The Radisson Blu is a modern riverside hotel on Frankland Lane, close to Durham city centre. It is approximately 1.7 kilometres from the University area.

  • Dates: 18–24 July 2027, six nights (or part thereof)
  • Rate: £149 per room, per night
  • Occupancy: Single occupancy
  • Included: Bed and breakfast
  • Walking time to the venue: Approximately 25–30 minutes

Durham University college accommodation

Lower-cost accommodation will also be available at Collingwood College and Grey College, both located on the University's South Road site. Final prices and booking arrangements will be confirmed in September 2026. Rates are currently expected to be approximately £70 per night, including breakfast.

Both colleges are around a 10-minute walk from the Teaching and Learning Centre, although the precise walking time will depend on the accommodation block allocated. Previous Durham conferences have described the college accommodation in this area as approximately 10–15 minutes from the venue.

Collingwood College, Durham University

Collingwood College

  • Location: South Road site, Durham University
  • Rate: Approximately £70 per night, including breakfast (to be confirmed)
  • Walking time to the venue: Approximately 10–15 minutes
Grey College, Durham University

Grey College

  • Location: South Road site, Durham University
  • Rate: Approximately £70 per night, including breakfast (to be confirmed)
  • Walking time to the venue: Approximately 10–15 minutes

Booking information

Instructions for reserving rooms, including any conference booking links or promotional codes, will be published here once arrangements have been finalised. All rooms will be subject to availability.

Accessibility

Please note: Durham is a compact but hilly city. Walking times are approximate, and some routes involve slopes, steps or uneven surfaces. Delegates with accessibility requirements may wish to consult the individual accommodation provider before booking.