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Find the best Downtown Durham areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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Downtown Raleigh

While visiting Downtown Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Marbles Kids Museums and The Acorn.

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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 Regal North Hills 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.S. Dorton Arena.

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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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North Raleigh

While visiting North Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Durant Nature Preserve and Lafayette Village.

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Top Downtown Durham Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham

10/10 Excellent

"Nice quiet, but accessible location."

Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville

8/10 Good

"The reviews about smells are accurate....there are some weird smells in elevator. Nothing crazy or bad enough to make your regret life choices. There are no smells in the room. The staff was extremely nice and helpful. No doubt this will be our place to stay when we come to Raleigh."

Frequently asked questions

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 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 59 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.

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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. 21c Museum Hotel Durham

4. Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

5. The Durham Hotel

6. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham City View

7. Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center

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

9. Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG

10. Comfort Inn & Suites Durham near Duke University

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill

12. AC Hotel Durham

13. The Lodge at Duke Medical Center

14. Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown

15. Hilton Durham near Duke University

16. JB Duke Hotel

17. University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center

18. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham Chapel Hill

19. Marriott Raleigh Durham Research Triangle Park

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center

Where to stay in Downtown Durham

Downtown Raleigh

North Hills

Southwest Raleigh

Midtown Raleigh

North Raleigh

Top Downtown Durham Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham

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