The Highfield Hotel

Located within 10 minutes drive to Durham City Centre, for whatever reason you have chosen to visit the North East, you will find that the Highfield Hotel and Star of Siam Thai restaurant is ideally situated for all amenities.

The hotel is within an easy drive to the North Pennines, Hadrian’s wall, Northumberland and the borders. To the east lie many coastal resorts and sailing facilities. The ancient city of Durham with its Cathedral, Castle and market are just minutes to the south. For shopping you will be spoiled for choice. The world famous Metro Centre and Eldon Square are within 20 minutes drive and you will find the city of Durham and Sunderland a shoppers paradise.

Our well appointed Star of Siam authentic Thai restaurant is the longest established Thai restaurant in the Durham & North East. It caters for 150 persons giving them magnificent views of Penshaw Monument and surrounding valley. We are open seven days a week serving authentic Thai food, serving lunch and dinner. Whether it’s a business lunch for two or that special occasion, our menus will suit all. 

Whether your stay is long or short we have the right room for you at the rite price. All of our rooms feature en-suite bathrooms with bath/shower facilities as well as a 32″ flat screen Freeview TV, offering approximately 40 channels. The hotel includes free WIFI in all rooms and complementary tea and coffee making facilities as standard. 

Have a drink in our traditionally designed bar which features a 42 inch flat screen TV with SKY sports channels and other sky channels which can be requested at the bar. We serve both non alcoholic and alcoholic drinks including a range of spirits, draft beers, larger and cider with a new selection of Thai wines as well as a range of Thai beers. Children are welcome at all times. Bar food is available during restaurant opening hours and includes meals ranging from traditional fish and chips to a Thai staple dish Pad-Thai.