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. Durham Marriott City Center

Downtown Durham

Donald

AED 600 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

2. Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

Downtown Durham

Bobby

AED 670 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

3. 21c Museum Hotel Durham

Downtown Durham

Gary

AED 688 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

4. The Durham Hotel

Downtown Durham

Connie

AED 742 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 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 526 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

Michael

AED 546 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

Shwetha

AED 510 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

8. The Lodge at Duke Medical Center

3.4 km from Downtown Durham

Elise

AED 527 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 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 689 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

10. Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG

3.9 km from Downtown Durham

Kimberly R

AED 429 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 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

Lowell

AED 906 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 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

Chrissy

AED 364 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

13. University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center

3.4 km from Downtown Durham

Nicole

AED 447 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

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

14. Hilton Durham near Duke University

5.9 km from Downtown Durham

tigist

AED 475 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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.

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center

5.5 km from Downtown Durham

Nicole

AED 528 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'HOME 2' sign, multiple windows, and a flagpole with an American flag.

16. Home2 Suites by Hilton Durham University Medical Center

5.5 km from Downtown Durham

katey

AED 599 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

17. Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown

Croasdaile Farm Master, 4.8 km from Downtown Durham

Billy

AED 386 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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18. Millennium Hotel Durham

4.7 km from Downtown Durham

Jeffrey

AED 350 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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 343 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor seating area with a circular fire pit surrounded by wicker chairs and a table.

20. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham Chapel Hill

9.5 km from Downtown Durham

Lauren

AED 533 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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 778 reviews	View
Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 780 reviews	View
Durham Marriott City Center	3.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 886 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 1,000 reviews	View

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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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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

"Conveniently located near my business trip area to conduct all my needs, like Walmart, restaurants, shopping."

Hyatt Place Raleigh-Durham Airport

10/10 Excellent

"The check-in went very smoothly. The staff was friendly and professional. The hotel was nicer than expected. It is located in a rather secluded place but it is right next to the airport. The Jets are very loud as they fly directly over, but the noise seemed to become less frequent throughout the night. The hotel has decent soundproofing so once inside you are able to get a good night's sleep."

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham

10/10 Excellent

"We recently enjoyed a 3 day stay at the doubletree. The staff were all helpful.and friendly, and the,suite was very nicely renovated. Bed was comfy and bathroom was well stocked, with nice products and good water pressure. we liked having a fridge and microwave. Rooms were quiet with good sound insulation. Breakfast was solid but fairly basic, and it took some time to get beverages. the gym was adequate but !imited due to work being done in the usual workout room. overall it was a good experience and we would return, especially since we had nice upgrades as Hilton honors members. And don't forget those warm cookies!!"

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1. Durham Marriott City Center

2. Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

3. 21c Museum Hotel Durham

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. The Lodge at Duke Medical Center

9. JB Duke Hotel

10. Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG

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. Hilton Durham near Duke University

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center

16. Home2 Suites by Hilton Durham University Medical Center

17. Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown

18. Millennium Hotel Durham

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

20. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham Chapel Hill

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