Places to stay in Gillesgate, County Durham

Local dining options include Truly Inspirational, Bistro Italiano, Dun Cow Inn, and Rajpooth Tandoori.

The center of Gillesgate ( which is at is longitude -1°33'21.380 and latitude 54°46'46.909 ) is located 2 miles away from Durham, 2 miles away from Shincliffe, 3 miles away from Pity Me and 3 miles away from Pittington.

Available Gillesgate lodging

We currently have 4 accommodations in and around Gillesgate.

Gillesgate Hotels, B&Bs and Guest Houses

Photograph of Super 8, Durham
Listing updated 2026
Hotels

Super 8

Approx 5 miles away in Durham:

Enjoy free WiFi and parking, EV chargers, on-site dining, and comfortable guest rooms at Super 8 by Wyndham Durham, located off A1, 30 kilometers from Teesside International Airport (MME) and 45 kilometers from Newcastle International Airport (NCL).
Roadchef Motorway Service Area
Durham, County Durham
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Listing updated 2026
Hotels

Travelodge

Approx 5 miles away in Chester-le-Street:

Our Chester-le-Street hotel places you in the historic northern market town of Chester Le Street, home to Durham County Cricket club.
Great North Road
Chester-le-Street, County Durham
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Listing updated 2026
Bed & Breakfasts

66 Claypath

Approx 2 miles away in Durham:

Claypath is one of the oldest and historic roads within the City of Durham. Since medieval times it was the main route for both pilgrims on their way to the cathedral and merchants selling their wares in the market place.
66 Claypath
Durham, County Durham
Teasdale Terrace
Gillesgate, County Durham

Gillesgate Camping, Caravans, Self Catering

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Things to see and do, places to eat in Gillesgate

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Akarsu

Half Moon Inn ( Dining / Pubs / Bars ). Located at 86 New Elvet, Durham, 1 mile from the center of Gillesgate. You’ll always find a warm welcome at The Half Moon Inn in Durham. It’s a place where you can enjoy the day if you fancy a few rounds. Where live sport lifts your spirits and where the banter flows as freely as the drinks. thehalfmooninndurham.co.uk Link

Bells Fish Shop ( Dining / Fish & Chips ). Located at 11 Market Place, Durham, 1 mile from the center of Gillesgate. At Bells we are proud to offer proper fish and chips. Our products are sourced only from sustainable fishing grounds, with our core product - the classic fish & chip meal - cooked in the old fashioned way, deep fried in best Beef Dripping. www.bellsfishshop.co.uk Link

Market Tavern ( Dining / Pubs / Bars ). The Market Tavern is a charming traditional pub located in the picturesque market square in Durham city centre. Join us for a warm welcome and the best of Great British pub food and drinks. greeneking-pubs.co.uk Link

Akarsu ( / Turkish ). Located at 32A Silver Street, Durham, 1 mile from the center of Gillesgate. Akarsu Turkish Restaurant & Grill was established in 2016 & is the ONLY Authentic Turkish cuisine in Durham City using Turkish charcoal mangal to cook our meats. www.akarsuturkishrestaurantdurham.co.uk Link

Fat Buddha ( Dining / Asian ). Fat Buddha Asian Bar & Kitchen, Durham's newest Asian Fusion restaurant. Inside the bar and restaurant our design, food, drinks and service sets it firmly apart from all the other traditional Asian-based restaurants in the city. www.fatbuddharestaurant.com Link

El Coto - Durham ( Dining / Other ). Located at 17 Hallgarth Street, Durham, 1 mile from the center of Gillesgate. The restaurant has a spacious bar area where you can enjoy a drink before and after your meal and has dining space over two floors Our extensive menu has a wide range of hot and cold tapas, salads, cured meats and of course “paellas”; a traditional Spanish rice dish www.elcoto.co.uk Link