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Our top choices for Durham boutique hotels

A lobby with a green sofa, yellow chairs, a coffee table with drinks, and a window with plants.

1. Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center

Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center
3.0 star property
9th Street District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"First time at this property. We loved everything about it — the cleanliness, the space, the proximity to stores, and the friendly staff. We’ll definitely be back!"
United States
Anne
The price is AED 459
AED 521 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center
A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, multiple floors, and a balcony on the second floor.

2. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham City View

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham City View
3.5 star property
Durham
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (596 reviews)
"thin walls but nice location and staff"
United States
Jeff
The price is AED 471
AED 535 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham City View
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a city view.

3. The Durham Hotel

The Durham Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (782 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Kweku
The price is AED 749
AED 850 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
The Durham Hotel
A large indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by beige tiled flooring and walls, with large windows allowing natural light.

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Durham/North I-85

Hampton Inn & Suites Durham/North I-85
2.5 star property
Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Staffing was great and rooms clean"
United States
Mitzie
The price is AED 450
AED 510 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites Durham/North I-85
A hotel entrance with a modern design, glass doors, and a colorful ceiling.

5. Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (781 reviews)
"The hotel is renovated and cozy and the staff made it a great stay ."
United States
Bobby
The price is AED 528
AED 599 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, and a brick building in the background.

6. Residence Inn Durham McPherson/Duke University Medical Cntr

Residence Inn Durham McPherson/Duke University Medical Cntr
3.0 star property
Trinity Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (509 reviews)
"Really convenient central hotel and a reasonable price during the week. Loved having a kitchenette and seating area in the studio. Very comfortable and quiet."
United Kingdom
Nadia
The price is AED 546
AED 620 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Residence Inn Durham McPherson/Duke University Medical Cntr
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a wooden coffee table, a small round table, a lamp, and a view of the cityscape.

7. Durham Marriott City Center

Durham Marriott City Center
3.5 star property
Downtown Durham
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (888 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay"
United States
Donald
The price is AED 466
AED 529 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Durham Marriott City Center
A modern elevator lobby with marble walls, a bench, and a central elevator with a colorful door.

8. 21c Museum Hotel Durham

21c Museum Hotel Durham
4.0 star property
Downtown Durham
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Had a great stay at the 21C Museum hotel. The bar was excellent!"
United States
Gary
The price is AED 528
AED 617 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
21c Museum Hotel Durham
A rooftop pool area with red umbrellas, white lounge chairs, and a view of a tall building in the background.

9. Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt

Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt
3.5 star property
Downtown Durham
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean rooms and comfortable beds. Very convenient location."
United States
Cynthia
The price is AED 511
AED 642 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt
A stone fire pit surrounded by striped chairs and tables in an outdoor lounge area with a view of a building in the background.

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center

Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center
2.5 star property
Durham
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (593 reviews)
"Everything was great, front desk check in, room clean."
United States
LaGrant
The price is AED 450
AED 510 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center
A modern living room with a fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

11. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Durham

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Durham
3.0 star property
Durham
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (65 reviews)
"Clean rooms and friendly staff."
United States
Chip
The price is AED 419
AED 476 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Durham
A hotel entrance with a stone facade, large wooden doors, and a view into the interior.

12. Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club

Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club
4.0 star property
Durham
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Lowell
The price is AED 882
AED 1,001 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club
A fire pit with seating, a dining area with tables and chairs, and a building with a brick facade.

13. Home2 Suites by Hilton Durham University Medical Center

Home2 Suites by Hilton Durham University Medical Center
3.0 star property
Durham
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (362 reviews)
"Ample parking big spacious room, nice breakfast, just lots of road noise in the room"
United States
Gaurav
The price is AED 549
AED 624 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Home2 Suites by Hilton Durham University Medical Center
An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and a fire pit, adjacent to a modern building with large windows.

14. JB Duke Hotel

JB Duke Hotel
4.0 star property
Durham
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (740 reviews)
"Amazing hotel with a beautiful view and delicious restaurant with very accommodating staff."
United States
samantha
The price is AED 658
AED 747 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
JB Duke Hotel
An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs, a fire feature, and a large umbrella.

15. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham
4.0 star property
Durham
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Would stay again."
United States
Sierra
The price is AED 309
AED 351 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham
A modern reception area with wooden flooring, a reception desk, and a glass partition.

16. Marriott Raleigh Durham Research Triangle Park

Marriott Raleigh Durham Research Triangle Park
3.5 star property
Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Loved the stay, will be back!"
United States
Constance
The price is AED 459
AED 522 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Marriott Raleigh Durham Research Triangle Park
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden fence.

17. Hyatt Place Durham Southpoint

Hyatt Place Durham Southpoint
3.0 star property
Durham
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Love this place. So clean and staff are excellent. Really enjoy staying here!"
United States
Jessica
The price is AED 584
AED 663 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hyatt Place Durham Southpoint
The American Tobacco building with a prominent tower and a sign reading "Lucky Strike".

18. University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center

University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center
2.0 star property
Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Friendly staff, decent room."
United States
Nicole
The price is AED 393
AED 447 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center
Exterior

19. Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh-Durham AP/Research Triangle

Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh-Durham AP/Research Triangle
3.0 star property
Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (730 reviews)
"Place was exactly as in the pictures. We stayed one night and would stay here again."
United States
Jacqueline
The price is AED 406
AED 461 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh-Durham AP/Research Triangle
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a central seating area with sofas and a coffee table.

20. Delta Hotels by Marriott Raleigh-Durham at Research Triangle Park

Delta Hotels by Marriott Raleigh-Durham at Research Triangle Park
3.5 star property
Durham
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Had a great stay , fast check in service , rooms are very well kept, staffing was amazing"
United States
Rachelle
The price is AED 437
AED 496 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Delta Hotels by Marriott Raleigh-Durham at Research Triangle Park
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Top Durham Hotel Reviews

Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt

Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt

10/10 Excellent
"A nice and affordable hotel in downtown Durham, walking distance to good restaurants and the Durham Performing Arts Center."
Scott 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt
Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club

Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club

10/10 Excellent
"The best hotel in the triangle."
Nicholas 7-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club

Frequently asked questions

What's the best boutique accommodation in Durham?
Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club is a favorite hotel with Expedia travelers looking for a stylish stay, and features 3 restaurants and a golf course. If you want to stay at a boutique hotel, you might also want to look at The Durham Hotel.
What's there to see and do in Durham?
The shopping, live music, and restaurants are just some of the things to enjoy while you're in the area. Experience the cultural highlights around Durham with a visit to Carolina Theatre, Museum of Life and Science, and Hayti Heritage Center. Some other things you might want to enjoy include Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University, African American Dance Ensemble, and Stanford L. Warren Library.
What kind of weather should I plan for when I travel to Durham?
Getting an idea of what to expect from the weather in Durham is important when you plan your trip. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 77°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 45°F. Average annual precipitation for Durham is 52 inches.
What's the best way to get to my boutique hotel in Durham?
You have a few options for traveling to and around Durham. The nearest major airport is Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), which is located 10.5 mi (16.8 km) from the heart of the city. If you want to venture outside of the area, hop on a train at Durham Station.

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