10 Best Motels in Raleigh: Find Cheap Motels in Raleigh, NC 2026

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Days Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Midtown : Stay within a 10-minute drive of North Carolina State University and Crabtree Valley Mall. Enjoy access to the fitness center, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Days Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Glenwood-Crabtree : Free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities are available during your stay. It's located within a quick 4-minute drive of Crabtree Valley Mall. Motel 6 Raleigh, NC - Cary : Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a 10-minute drive of North Carolina State University and North Carolina State Fairgrounds. Budget Inn : It's located within a 10-minute drive of Duke University and Durham Performing Arts Center. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a Smart TV. Red Roof Inn Raleigh Northeast - Downtown : Stay within a short 10-minute drive of Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek. Enjoy access to the free parking and 24-hour front desk, as well as room amenities like a microwave.

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Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Days Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Midtown

North Hills

Mary

AED 293 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Budget Inn

Durham

Susan

AED 248 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Jul - 17 Jul

Motel 6 Raleigh, NC – Downtown South

Southwest Raleigh

Valerie

AED 275 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Jul - 17 Jul

Super 8 by Wyndham Raleigh Downtown

Southwest Raleigh

David

AED 270 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Jul - 17 Jul

Red Roof Inn Raleigh Northeast - Downtown

Southeast Raleigh

Brad

AED 240 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Jul - 17 Jul

Econo Lodge Garner - Raleigh

Garner

Kim

AED 268 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

Days Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Glenwood-Crabtree

Northwest Raleigh

Aaron

AED 276 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Aug - 4 Aug

Econo Lodge Research Triangle Park

Durham

Vipin

AED 255 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jul - 30 Jul

Motel 6 Raleigh, NC - Cary

Raleigh

Byron

AED 262 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jul - 22 Jul

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 Raleigh, NC - North

Northeast Raleigh

Lisa

AED 291 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Jul - 17 Jul

Super 8 by Wyndham Smithfield/Selma

Smithfield

Mook

AED 266 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jul - 20 Jul

In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Days Inn by Wyndham Benson

Benson

Sergio

AED 308 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

Four Oaks Lodging & RV Resort

Four Oaks

Richard

AED 280 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Jul - 27 Jul

Americas Best Value Inn Smithfield

Smithfield

Alberta

AED 297 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Jul - 17 Jul

Night Inn by Hotel O Selma I 95

Selma

Amber

AED 243 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jul - 30 Jul

Super 8 by Wyndham Garner/Clayton/Raleigh

Garner

Tabitha

AED 380 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Jul - 27 Jul

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Hyatt Place Raleigh-Durham Airport

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Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley

10/10 Excellent

"My husband and I had an amazing stay. We had intended to go to dinner and have some drinks but we did end up going no where and had the best time. We got drinks at the bar and sat outside by the pool and just relaxed. Then the next day we went right across the street and did some shopping."

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Raleigh?

If you're not able to find a motel in Raleigh, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let Expedia help you find something similar from over 2322 hotels and other lodging options. Simply filter using our search tools by nightly room rate or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.

What's it like to stay in a motel?

At most motels, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. When you stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room directly from the parking lot. Introduced in the early 1950s, customized neon signs often lit up the roadside motels, and examples today can still be seen along historic U.S. Route 66.

What are the best motels in Raleigh?

Days Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Midtown: Stay within a 10-minute drive of North Carolina State University and Crabtree Valley Mall. Enjoy access to the fitness center, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Days Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Glenwood-Crabtree: Free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities are available during your stay. It's located within a quick 4-minute drive of Crabtree Valley Mall. Motel 6 Raleigh, NC - Cary: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a 10-minute drive of North Carolina State University and North Carolina State Fairgrounds. Budget Inn: It's located within a 10-minute drive of Duke University and Durham Performing Arts Center. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a Smart TV. Red Roof Inn Raleigh Northeast - Downtown: Stay within a short 10-minute drive of Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek. Enjoy access to the free parking and 24-hour front desk, as well as room amenities like a microwave.

How many motels can I expect to find in Raleigh?

Expedia has 13 inexpensive motels in Raleigh.

What can I do in Raleigh?

While you're sightseeing, check out the college campus and great live music. Those who've visited Raleigh speak highly of its shops, theater scene, and restaurants. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Mordecai Historic Park, Dorothea Dix Park, and Pullen Park. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Marbles Kids Museums, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, and Buffaloe Road Aquatic Center. Some historical places you might want to see include North Carolina Executive Mansion, Raleigh Little Theater, and Lafayette Village.

What's the seasonal weather like in Raleigh?

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Raleigh to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 77°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 46°F. Average annual precipitation for Raleigh is 54 inches.

What are my options for getting around Raleigh when staying in a motel?

We've gathered some information about getting around Raleigh to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), which is located 10.7 mi (17.3 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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