Ramside Hall has 127 rooms and suites, so there's a good spread of options whether you're coming as a couple, a fourball or a larger society. Standard rooms (Classic and Deluxe) cover the essentials for a golf weekend, while Premier rooms step things up if you want more space to spread kit out and properly switch off between rounds.
If you're celebrating or simply fancy turning the dial up, there are Junior, Presidential and Celebration Suites, which suit golfers who want extra living space for pre-dinner drinks or a quieter base away from the busier parts of the hotel.
For guests who prefer more privacy, The Farmhouse is the most self-contained option and works well for small groups who want to stay together. The Studio and Loft Suites are a strong choice for couples, giving you a more tucked-away feel while keeping you close to the main facilities. If you're booking for a bigger group and want something genuinely memorable, the Treehouse accommodation is the headline act, set within the grounds and designed for a more exclusive, special-occasion stay.
Practical bits that matter on a golf break: you're on-site for golf, dining and the spa, so there's no need to drive once you arrive. That makes it easier to keep the weekend simple, especially for groups with mixed plans, early tee times and different dinner preferences. Rooms are comfortable rather than flashy, which is exactly what you want when you're prioritising time on the course over time in the room. Wi-Fi is included, parking is straightforward, and check-in is efficient enough that you can get straight out if you've got an afternoon tee time booked.
The accommodation setup works particularly well for societies who want everyone under one roof but with enough variety that you can split the group across room types depending on budget. It's also a solid choice if you're mixing golfers and non-golfers, since the spa, gardens and dining give plenty to do off the course without needing to leave the estate.
Dining at Ramside is refreshingly varied. The Rib Room Steakhouse champions locally sourced meat and does a proper job with cuts and sides, which is what you want after a long day walking 36 holes. Fusion, located in the spa, leans into pan-Asian flavours and lighter dishes, which is spot on between treatments or after an afternoon round. Pemberton's Carvery serves a roast every single day alongside a generous spread of fresh vegetables, so if your group can't agree on where to eat, this is the safe bet that keeps everyone happy.
The clubhouse keeps things relaxed with sandwiches, burgers and afternoon tea, perfect for a lighter bite after your round or if you're just looking to sit with a pint and go through the scorecard. It's the kind of setup where you can eat well without needing to book a table three weeks in advance or dress up, which suits the pace of a golf break.
The spa at Ramside is a proper facility rather than a token add-on, offering everything from treatments to thermal experiences in a setting that makes it easy to forget you're only a few minutes from Durham city centre. It's the ideal counterbalance to a day on the course, especially if you've walked both layouts or you're nursing a dodgy back after too many practice swings. For couples or groups with non-golfers, it gives everyone something to do while you're out playing, and it's a good way to justify booking an extra night if you're trying to sell the trip at home.
