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Based on KAYAK hotel searches, the most popular destination is Durham (86% of total searches to County Durham). The next most popular destinations are Barnard Castle (7%) and Newton Aycliffe (4%). Searches for hotels in Bishop Auckland (3%) are also popular.
KAYAK users have found double rooms in County Durham for as cheap as £65 (Stanley) in the last 3 days. The average price is £85.