What is Downtown Durham like?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Durham's Downtown Durham neighborhood has to offer. Be sure to check out Carolina Theatre and Durham Performing Arts Center as part of your Downtown Durham travel plans.

What's a favorite hotel to stay in Downtown Durham?

Based on our traveler data, Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Durham. This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Durham Performing Arts Center, and it offers a restaurant and a 24-hour health club. Other good options for your stay in the neighborhood include 21c Museum Hotel Durham and The Durham Hotel .

How many hotels are there in Downtown Durham?

Expedia has 60 hotels and other accommodations in Downtown Durham to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Durham area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Durham, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals in Downtown Durham.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Durham?

For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Downtown Durham, head over to our customer service page .

What are the top things to see and do in Downtown Durham?

American Tobacco Campus, North Carolina Mutual Life Insurance, and Scarborough House are notable landmarks to see while you're in Downtown Durham. You could also plan a visit to Carolina Theatre or Durham Performing Arts Center while you're in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Durham include African American Dance Ensemble, Durham Bulls Athletic Park, and Fullsteam Brewery. While you're out sightseeing in Durham, be sure to visit other sights like Brightleaf Square or Honey Girl Meadery.

How can I get around Downtown Durham and the greater Durham area?

To venture out of town, take a train from Durham Station.

Top Downtown Durham Hotels

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1. Durham Marriott City Center

Downtown Durham

Danielle

AED 600 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

2. Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt

Downtown Durham

Jessica

AED 442 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

3. Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

Downtown Durham

Lucas

AED 705 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

4. The Durham Hotel

Downtown Durham

Karen

AED 775 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

5. 21c Museum Hotel Durham

Downtown Durham

Alexandria

AED 688 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

6. 2 Bedroom Apartment with Large Patio, Hammocks

Downtown Durham

AED 1,035 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sep - 3 Sep

7. 2 Bedroom Historic Brick Getaway with Wifi

Downtown Durham

Katherine

AED 999 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

8. Hyatt House Raleigh North Hills

29.6 km from Downtown Durham

Colby

AED 670 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sep - 7 Sep

9. Renaissance Raleigh North Hills Hotel

29.3 km from Downtown Durham

Charles

AED 703 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

10. DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh Crabtree Valley

27.3 km from Downtown Durham

Terrence

AED 491 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh/Crabtree Valley

27.3 km from Downtown Durham

Michael

AED 469 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

12. Hilton Garden Inn Raleigh /Crabtree Valley

27.3 km from Downtown Durham

BRITTNEY

AED 527 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

13. Courtyard by Marriott Raleigh Crabtree Valley

27.2 km from Downtown Durham

Gail

AED 527 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

14. Fairfield Inn By Marriott Raleigh Crabtree

27.3 km from Downtown Durham

Donald

AED 403 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

15. Candlewood Suites Raleigh Crabtree by IHG

26.9 km from Downtown Durham

Arielle

AED 403 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

16. Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley

26.5 km from Downtown Durham

Judy

AED 562 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

17. Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Crabtree

26.2 km from Downtown Durham

Janae

AED 555 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

18. Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh

28 km from Downtown Durham

Luigi

AED 315 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

19. Best Western Plus Raleigh Crabtree Valley Hotel

23.7 km from Downtown Durham

John

AED 385 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

20. Four Points by Sheraton Raleigh Arena

27.2 km from Downtown Durham

Michelle

AED 495 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sep - 7 Sep

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Where to stay in Downtown Durham

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Downtown Raleigh

While visiting Downtown Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Marbles Kids Museums and North Carolina Museum of History.

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North Hills

North Hills is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by North Hills Shopping Center and Lassiter Mill Historic Park while in the area.

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Southwest Raleigh

While visiting Southwest Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Johnson and J.C. Raulston Arboretum.

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Midtown Raleigh

While visiting Midtown Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like North Hills Shopping Center and Village District.

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Southeast Raleigh

If you're spending some time in Southeast Raleigh, Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek and Neuse River Trail are top sights worth seeing.

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Top Downtown Durham Hotel Reviews

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport

10/10 Excellent

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Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown

8/10 Good

"The a/c kept cutting out (on auto) and would not run on fan only on temps ranging from 68 when we arrived to 72.) Outside Temps overnight in upper 70’s. Room looked clean enough & inviting - liked the couch /ottoman- but seemed dusty. No extra towels in room for 2 adults (last stay we had 3 complete sets of towels). Lobby looked inviting, but we weren’t staying for the lobby. An off duty construction worker (? Staying on the property?) siting in side building exit on a bench, speaking Spanish, reeking of weed and drinking a huge beer when we were trying to exit to get dinner. Used front entrance upon getting our takeout meal, and he was still there. Disappointed, not to find machine on 1st floor. Was told only upper floors had ice machines, signage inadequate. Had to ask front desk where to go to get ice. Customer service front desk employee arrived late this morning and held up checkout. No other employees visible. No box to place room keys in seen, or we would have simply done that. Unfortunately we will look elsewhere for our next trip."

21c Museum Hotel Durham

8/10 Good

"The gentleman handing valet wer the nicest. When I went to check in I went up to the second floor. I think you're supposed to and it doesn't give you very clear directions on where check-in is at. So when I turn the corner I ask the gentleman that was sitting behind the wall. Hey can you tell me we're checking is and he was like here with such an attitude. He spoke so quickly through the spiel that I had no idea what he had even said. The room was comfortable. It was very clean besides the mirror. You could tell that somebody had sprayed the mirror but didn't wipe it off and there was a minor break in the mirror(for the nightly price I expect the mirror not to be broken or dirty which is why I'm giving it four stars) The bed was extremely comfortable. So were the pillows. The artwork in the hotel is nice. There's a lot of stuff within walking distance. Most definitely have to Loaf for breakfast needs because they have the best chocolate stuffed croissants.(2 minute walk from the hotel) I would recommend and stay here again."

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Our top choices for Downtown Durham hotels

1. Durham Marriott City Center

2. Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt

3. Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

4. The Durham Hotel

5. 21c Museum Hotel Durham

6. 2 Bedroom Apartment with Large Patio, Hammocks

7. 2 Bedroom Historic Brick Getaway with Wifi

8. Hyatt House Raleigh North Hills

9. Renaissance Raleigh North Hills Hotel

10. DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh Crabtree Valley

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh/Crabtree Valley

12. Hilton Garden Inn Raleigh /Crabtree Valley

13. Courtyard by Marriott Raleigh Crabtree Valley

14. Fairfield Inn By Marriott Raleigh Crabtree

15. Candlewood Suites Raleigh Crabtree by IHG

16. Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley

17. Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Crabtree

18. Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh

19. Best Western Plus Raleigh Crabtree Valley Hotel

20. Four Points by Sheraton Raleigh Arena

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Top Downtown Durham Hotel Reviews

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport

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