Superbly located in the heart of the beautiful and historic city the durham marriott hotel royal county is an excellent choice for your short break in the north east with terrific views to durham castle and perched upon the banks of the pretty river wear the hotel is nearby to many of the citys top attractions and is a stones throw from the striking cathedral with newcastle a mere 15 miles away and vibrant sunderland and the fabulous living museum at beamish both within easy driving dist