The Bell Guesthouse - 4-Star Hotel in Peterlee

The Bell Guesthouse offers recently refurbished rooms that retain original charm such as open fireplaces. Each en-suite bathroom is stylishly appointed with mosaic tiling and luxury spa toiletries. For special occasions, guests can request customized in-room treats, and a studio apartment in the courtyard provides self-contained space with a fridge and microwave.

Breakfasts are individually cooked using locally sourced produce, with both a full English and continental option available each morning from 07:00 to 09:30. Guests who need to leave early can request a take-away breakfast box. The relaxed bar stocks over 100 gins, local beers, real ales, and a diverse range of wines.

The guesthouse lies less than 30 minutes from Durham Cathedral and within a 4-minute drive of Peterlee town centre. A new train station nearby provides excellent travel links, and multiple business parks are less than 10 minutes away by car. Several local beaches, including Horden Beach, are a short drive from the property.

Free parking is available on-site for guests arriving by car, and a computer station is provided in the lounge area for guest use. Security measures include CCTV in common areas and outside the property, plus fire extinguishers and smoke alarms throughout. Daily housekeeping services are provided, and an invoice can be supplied upon request.

Family rooms are offered with a private bathroom and a sofa bed for additional sleeping space. The bar area and lounge provide a relaxed setting for families, and the full English breakfast menu includes options for children. Outdoor space includes a courtyard and a beer garden that families can use during their stay.

Dining: Over 100 gins and individually cooked breakfasts

Location: 4 min from Peterlee, 30 min from Durham Cathedral

Rooms: Refurbished en-suites with open fireplaces and studio apartment

Services: Take-away breakfast boxes and customized in-room treats

Family: Family rooms with sofa beds and courtyard access