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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1. Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

Downtown Durham

Bobby

AED 599 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a wooden coffee table, a small round table, a lamp, and a view of the cityscape.

2. Durham Marriott City Center

Downtown Durham

Donald

AED 529 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A hotel entrance with a glass facade, a flagpole, and a person standing in front.

3. 21c Museum Hotel Durham

Downtown Durham

Gary

AED 617 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Nov - 28 Nov

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a city view.

4. The Durham Hotel

Downtown Durham

Yiching

AED 787 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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 502 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, multiple floors, and a balcony on the second floor.

6. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham City View

0.9 km from Downtown Durham

Jeff

AED 535 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

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

7. Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center

9th Street District, 2.3 km from Downtown Durham

Suzanne

AED 510 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Dec - 8 Dec

A large indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by beige tiled flooring and walls, with large windows allowing natural light.

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

2.5 km from Downtown Durham

Mitzie

AED 510 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel lobby with green upholstered chairs, a floor lamp, and a television screen.

9. Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG

3.9 km from Downtown Durham

Paul E.

AED 429 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

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

10. JB Duke Hotel

4 km from Downtown Durham

Marcy

AED 742 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

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

11. Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club

4.1 km from Downtown Durham

James

AED 1,001 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

12. Comfort Inn & Suites Durham near Duke University

Croasdaile Farm Master, 4.8 km from Downtown Durham

Robert

AED 384 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, and sink. There is a dining table with two chairs and a television on a stand.

13. University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center

3.4 km from Downtown Durham

Nicole

AED 447 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

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

14. The Lodge at Duke Medical Center

3.4 km from Downtown Durham

Jeanne

AED 552 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 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

Thien

AED 441 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

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

Erik

AED 386 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

LaGrant

AED 510 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

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

North Garrett Road, 7.2 km from Downtown Durham

Kelly

AED 343 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A fire pit with seating, a dining area with tables and chairs, and a building with a brick facade.

19. Home2 Suites by Hilton Durham University Medical Center

5.5 km from Downtown Durham

Gaurav

AED 599 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A large stone building with multiple towers and windows, surrounded by a grassy area with trees.

20. Millennium Hotel Durham

4.7 km from Downtown Durham

John

AED 392 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Durham

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 781 reviews	View
The Durham Hotel	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 786 reviews	View
Durham Marriott City Center	3.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 889 reviews	View
21c Museum Hotel Durham	4.0 star property	8.4 Very good 1,002 reviews	View
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt	3.5 star property	8.2 Very good 1,001 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Durham

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North Hills

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Southwest Raleigh

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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

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room"

Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt

10/10 Excellent

"If you're looking for windows, my room didn't have any. And what a BLESSING! First time I've stayed in a downtown metro area where I could sleep well because there were no sirens and horn honkings! You're right in downtown, yet tucked away. Once you get inside, you'll be glad you chose it."

Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley

10/10 Excellent

"Convenient location to walk to Crabtree Mall or to get to the 540, 440, 40, RTP, Briercreek. The room & bathroom were clean, as was the entire hotel. We didn’t use the pool, gym, bar or restaurant. Parking was convenient and very short walk into the hotel. The only issue we had was the attitude of the Receptionist (Sarah), she was not welcoming & had no professional grace. A sad start but we didn’t interact with her again."

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Our top choices for Downtown Durham hotels

1. Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

2. Durham Marriott City Center

3. 21c Museum Hotel Durham

4. The Durham Hotel

5. Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt

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. JB Duke Hotel

11. Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club

12. Comfort Inn & Suites Durham near Duke University

13. University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center

14. The Lodge at Duke Medical Center

15. Hilton Durham near Duke University

16. Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown

17. Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center

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

19. Home2 Suites by Hilton Durham University Medical Center

20. Millennium Hotel Durham

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