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.

Top Downtown Durham Hotels

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1. Durham Marriott City Center

Downtown Durham

Donald

AED 600 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern elevator lobby with marble walls, a bench, and a central elevator with a colorful door.

2. 21c Museum Hotel Durham

Downtown Durham

Will

AED 688 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel entrance with a modern design, glass doors, and a colorful ceiling.

3. Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

Downtown Durham

Bobby

AED 741 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor cafe with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a bicycle parked nearby.

4. The Durham Hotel

Downtown Durham

Connie

AED 775 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A rooftop pool area with red umbrellas, white lounge chairs, and a view of a tall building in the background.

5. Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt

Downtown Durham

Cynthia

AED 555 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

6. Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center

9th Street District, 2.3 km from Downtown Durham

Hal

AED 612 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A breakfast area with a chalkboard menu, a sign indicating breakfast starts here, and a variety of food items like waffles, oatmeal, and fruits.

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

2.5 km from Downtown Durham

Cindy

AED 492 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, a wooden headboard, and a carpeted floor.

8. Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG

3.9 km from Downtown Durham

Kimberly R

AED 429 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and a fire pit, adjacent to a modern building with large windows.

9. JB Duke Hotel

4 km from Downtown Durham

samantha

AED 830 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, a coffee machine, and a trash bin.

10. Comfort Inn & Suites Durham near Duke University

Croasdaile Farm Master, 4.8 km from Downtown Durham

BRIAN

AED 355 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A long, narrow hallway with dark walls and wooden flooring.

11. University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center

3.4 km from Downtown Durham

Wayne

AED 503 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern interior with a fireplace, two leather chairs, a round table, and a patterned rug.

12. The Lodge at Duke Medical Center

3.4 km from Downtown Durham

Kenneth

AED 492 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a bar area, and a dining space.

13. AC Hotel Durham

4.2 km from Downtown Durham

Custom Fitness LLC.

AED 649 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel entrance with a stone facade, large wooden doors, and a view into the interior.

14. Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club

4.1 km from Downtown Durham

Lowell

AED 1,084 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel reception area with two wooden reception desks, a large digital display wall, and a seating area with chairs.

15. Hilton Durham near Duke University

5.9 km from Downtown Durham

Kenny

AED 475 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit surrounded by wicker furniture and a large window overlooking the building.

16. Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown

Croasdaile Farm Master, 4.8 km from Downtown Durham

Billy

AED 389 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A stone fire pit surrounded by striped chairs and tables in an outdoor lounge area with a view of a building in the background.

17. Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center

5.5 km from Downtown Durham

Donna

AED 520 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

18. Home2 Suites by Hilton Durham University Medical Center

5.5 km from Downtown Durham

katey

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window with curtains.

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

North Garrett Road, 7.2 km from Downtown Durham

Yolanda

AED 350 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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20. Millennium Hotel Durham

4.7 km from Downtown Durham

Angliea

AED 371 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Durham

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Durham Hotel	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 774 reviews	View
Durham Marriott City Center	3.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 884 reviews	View
Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 778 reviews	View
21c Museum Hotel Durham	4.0 star property	8.4 Very good 1,010 reviews	View
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt	3.5 star property	8.2 Very good 1,000 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Durham

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Downtown Raleigh

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North Hills

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Southwest Raleigh

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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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP

8/10 Good

"Very friendly staff"

Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary

10/10 Excellent

"Room was spacious and well equipped with plenty of towels, coffee maker, microwave, mini refrigerator. Well-staffed and all were smiling and working at keeping the property clean and well organized. The included breakfast was well above average with many choices of traditional/ healthy breakfast fare. Plenty of parking with a well-lit lot within close proximity to the building. This one is a winner, and we will be booking here again."

The Durham Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Durham is not my idea of a sought after destination but i was pleasantly surprised on a recent business trip. This Hotel is really wonderful on several levels. Firstly it’s location in downtown. Durham is fabulous and close to restaurants, coffee places, etc. all within walking distance. The front desk staff in the lobby are extremely helpful, friendly, and knowledgeable. The rooms are done with modern decor, and there is a slight art deco influence. There is ample parking at lots and garages, including city street parking right next to or adjacent to the hotel. In addition, the restaurant in the hotel itself in the lobby has excellent food at reasonable prices and a fabulous breakfast with complementary coffee for hotel guests. There were a couple of irregularities in the room, which I discussed with the front desk, which were minor. Overall, this is a four star Hotel and very reasonable priced . I highly recommend it and I would return gladly if my travels take me again to Durham NC . One word of caution having nothing to do with the hotel itself. That location downtown one must be somewhat careful and attentive . While not what I would perceive as unsafe, there are occasional homeless people who will ask for change as you’re walking along the sidewalks in the area, but not unlike many major cities in the US."

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Our top choices for Downtown Durham hotels

1. Durham Marriott City Center

2. 21c Museum Hotel Durham

3. Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

4. The Durham Hotel

5. Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt

6. Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center

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

8. Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG

9. JB Duke Hotel

10. Comfort Inn & Suites Durham near Duke University

11. University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center

12. The Lodge at Duke Medical Center

13. AC Hotel Durham

14. Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club

15. Hilton Durham near Duke University

16. Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown

17. Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center

18. Home2 Suites by Hilton Durham University Medical Center

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

20. Millennium Hotel Durham

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