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Our top choices for Downtown Durham hotels

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1. Durham Marriott City Center

Durham Marriott City Center
3.5 star property
Downtown Durham
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (881 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay"
United States
Donald
The price is AED 529
AED 600 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sep - 14 Sep
Durham Marriott City Center
Balcony view

2. 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)
"Great location and very kind and helpful staff!"
United States
Eric
The price is AED 437
AED 559 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt
Front of property

3. Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (772 reviews)
"Large room, very convenient location."
United States
Kathleen
The price is AED 621
AED 705 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown
Interior entrance

4. 21c Museum Hotel Durham

21c Museum Hotel Durham
4.0 star property
Downtown Durham
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,003 reviews)
"unreal stay!"
United States
Will
The price is AED 493
AED 577 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sep - 14 Sep
21c Museum Hotel Durham
Outdoor dining

5. The Durham Hotel

The Durham Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (760 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Kweku
The price is AED 683
AED 775 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
The Durham Hotel
Exterior

6. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham City View

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham City View
3.5 star property
0.9 km from Downtown Durham
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (574 reviews)
"Convenient location, clean, nice staff and decent breakfast"
United States
Dominique
The price is AED 423
AED 481 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham City View
Reception

7. Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center

Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center
3.0 star property
9th Street District, 2.3 km from Downtown Durham
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean and comfortable room."
United States
Hal
The price is AED 539
AED 612 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Sep - 12 Sep
Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center
Free daily buffet breakfast

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

Hampton Inn & Suites Durham/North I-85
2.5 star property
2.5 km from Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean room and excellent breakfast. Great location"
United States
elizabeth
The price is AED 449
AED 509 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sep - 14 Sep
Hampton Inn & Suites Durham/North I-85
Hallway

9. University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center

University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center
2.0 star property
3.4 km from Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean , convenient location, and friendly staff."
United States
Franko
The price is AED 409
AED 465 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sep - 7 Sep
University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center
Lobby sitting area

10. The Lodge at Duke Medical Center

The Lodge at Duke Medical Center
3.0 star property
3.4 km from Downtown Durham
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Convenient location, clean room, parking and helpful staff."
United States
angelique
The price is AED 508
AED 576 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sep - 14 Sep
The Lodge at Duke Medical Center
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

11. Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG
2.5 star property
3.9 km from Downtown Durham
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"Nice breakfast"
United States
Edriss
The price is AED 389
AED 442 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG
Exterior

12. JB Duke Hotel

JB Duke Hotel
4.0 star property
4 km from Downtown Durham
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (698 reviews)
"We always stay at the JBDuke and love it! Walking distance to campus, excellent food, amazing staff, and clean and comfortable beds!"
United States
Nick
The price is AED 547
AED 621 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sep - 7 Sep
JB Duke Hotel
Front of property

13. Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club

Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club
4.0 star property
4.1 km from Downtown Durham
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Lowell
The price is AED 864
AED 981 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sep - 7 Sep
Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club
Lobby lounge

14. AC Hotel Durham

AC Hotel Durham
3.0 star property
4.2 km from Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (698 reviews)
"Nice hotel within walking distance to the hospital"
United States
Custom Fitness LLC.
The price is AED 493
AED 559 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
AC Hotel Durham
Garden

15. Millennium Hotel Durham

Millennium Hotel Durham
3.0 star property
4.7 km from Downtown Durham
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,071 reviews)
"An amazing property. The most comfortable beds and blankets I have come across in the U.S."
United States
Timothy
The price is AED 323
AED 367 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Millennium Hotel Durham
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

16. Comfort Inn & Suites Durham near Duke University

Comfort Inn & Suites Durham near Duke University
2.5 star property
Croasdaile Farm Master, 4.8 km from Downtown Durham
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,126 reviews)
"That is a good hotel to stay"
United States
Ngoc
The price is AED 310
AED 352 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Comfort Inn & Suites Durham near Duke University
BBQ/picnic area

17. Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown

Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown
3.0 star property
Croasdaile Farm Master, 4.8 km from Downtown Durham
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,020 reviews)
"Comfortable stay."
United States
MIRANDA
The price is AED 316
AED 358 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sep - 9 Sep
Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown
Terrace/patio

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center

Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center
2.5 star property
5.5 km from Downtown Durham
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (550 reviews)
"Great breakfast on"
United States
Claire
The price is AED 449
AED 509 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sep - 14 Sep
Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center
Reception

19. Hilton Durham near Duke University

Hilton Durham near Duke University
3.5 star property
5.9 km from Downtown Durham
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Excellent stay."
United States
Deborah
The price is AED 419
AED 475 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sep - 14 Sep
Hilton Durham near Duke University
Lobby

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill
3.0 star property
North Garrett Road, 7.2 km from Downtown Durham
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,975 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
John
The price is AED 308
AED 350 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sep - 14 Sep
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill
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Where to stay in Downtown Durham

Find the best Downtown Durham areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Photo by Josh Emberger
Open Photo by Josh Emberger

Downtown Raleigh

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

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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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Photo by Anthony Husband
Open Photo by Anthony Husband

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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Open Photo by Sandeep Somasekharan

North Raleigh

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

Top Downtown Durham Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Raleigh-Durham Airport

Hyatt Place Raleigh-Durham Airport

8/10 Good
"Very limited service at bar, hard to regulate air in room"
Claudette 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hyatt Place Raleigh-Durham Airport

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 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.