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A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'Hyatt Place' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking area.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a television, and a bookshelf.

A fireplace with three cylindrical vases and a framed cityscape above it.

A modern kitchen with beige cabinets, a buffet counter with food and drinks, and neatly stacked plates on the floor.

1. Hyatt Place Chapel Hill / Southern Village

Southern Village, 2.7 km from Dean Smith Center

Christine

RM552

RM626 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A multi-story building with a prominent entrance, arched windows, and a sign reading "GRADUATE CHAPEL HILL".

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A living room with a fireplace, a bookshelf, and a large clock.

A room with blue patterned wallpaper, shelves with blue and white plates, a red chair, and a table with a vase.

2. Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill

Downtown Chapel Hill, 2 km from Dean Smith Center

Kathleen

RM667

RM757 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a fireplace, and a large chandelier.

A Courtyard Marriott hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a tower with illuminated lights.

A lobby with a large flat-screen TV mounted on a wooden panel, flanked by two large potted plants.

A spacious hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a view into the kitchen.

3. Courtyard by Marriott Chapel Hill

3 km from Dean Smith Center

Roudayna

RM517

RM587 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern hotel with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a central staircase.

A pool table in a room with large windows, bar stools, and colorful artwork on the walls.

A modern café interior with a wooden table and benches, a refrigerated display case, and a view of the street outside.

A swimming pool with colorful inflatable toys, a lifeguard chair, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

4. Aloft by Marriott Chapel Hill

2 km from Dean Smith Center

Michelle

RM527

RM598 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 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.

A modern dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, and a sofa with red ottomans.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a cityscape mural on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled floor.

5. Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center

16 km from Dean Smith Center

LaGrant

RM556

RM631 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A modern living room with a fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

An outdoor patio area with round tables and chairs, large umbrellas, and a glass door entrance.

A modern restaurant with round tables and yellow chairs, a bar area, and a 'Hello Fall' sign.

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

6. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Durham

18.2 km from Dean Smith Center

Chip

RM485

RM550 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A brick pathway flanked by neatly trimmed hedges leading to a building with a red facade and a grey roof.

A modern living room with two sofas facing a glass coffee table, a large window with curtains, and a brick wall.

A spacious lobby with a long corridor, comfortable seating areas, and large windows providing natural light.

An outdoor dining area with tables set for four, surrounded by a brick pathway and lush greenery.

7. Rizzo Center, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel

3.7 km from Dean Smith Center

Gordana

RM727

RM825 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'HOME 2' sign, a large parking lot, and a well-lit entrance.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A hotel lobby with vending machines labeled 'COLD' and 'REALLY COLD,' snack shelves stocked with various brands, and a 'Hilton Honors' sign.

8. Home2 Suites by Hilton Durham University Medical Center

16 km from Dean Smith Center

katey

RM604

RM686 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden fence.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and artwork on the walls.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a television, and a painting on the wall.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a glass canopy and an American flag.

9. Hyatt Place Durham Southpoint

7.5 km from Dean Smith Center

Jessica

RM551

RM626 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with multiple floors, a covered outdoor seating area, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern bar area with a wooden bar counter, multiple screens, and a variety of beverages.

An indoor swimming pool with metal ladders, a tiled wall, and a window with a view of greenery.

A modern lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a large screen displaying information.

10. Courtyard by Marriott Raleigh Cary/Parkside Town Commons

15.4 km from Dean Smith Center

Douglas

RM690

RM782 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, seating, and a covered area.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a door and a wall-mounted lamp.

A multi-story hotel with a 'TOWNEPLACE' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking area with cars.

A modern dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a counter with stools.

11. Towneplace Suites By Marriott Raleigh-Durham Airport/Morrisville

18.8 km from Dean Smith Center

Robel

RM412

RM467 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A dining area with a chandelier, tables, chairs, and a Christmas tree.

A person performing a yoga pose outdoors with trees and a golf course in the background.

A hotel with a stone lion statue, a covered entrance, and a landscaped garden.

12. Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club

13.5 km from Dean Smith Center

Lowell

RM980

RM1,112 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a large screen displaying a sports event.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, wooden cabinets, and pendant lighting.

A modern living room with a fireplace, seating area, and a pool table.

13. JB Duke Hotel

13.9 km from Dean Smith Center

samantha

RM813

RM922 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious indoor dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and modern furniture.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, potted plants, a herringbone floor pattern, and a view of the dining area.

A spacious indoor area with wooden flooring, multiple seating arrangements, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a sofa, a chair, a small table, a TV, and a kitchen area.

14. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham

13.2 km from Dean Smith Center

Sierra

RM399

RM453 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and potted plants.

A restaurant with a large dining area, a counter with a menu, and large windows.

A spacious hotel lobby with a high ceiling, patterned carpet, and a variety of seating options including tables and chairs.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

15. Residence Inn by Marriott Chapel Hill

5.3 km from Dean Smith Center

LeRoi

RM552

RM627 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A modern dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and geometric pendant lighting.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a beverage refrigerator, and a well-stocked snack bar.

An outdoor patio with a fire feature, seating, and a building with large windows.

16. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham City View

16 km from Dean Smith Center

Jeff

RM524

RM595 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

A business center with wooden paneling, multiple workstations, and framed artwork on the walls.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A Hilton Garden Inn hotel with a modern design, featuring a large entrance and a parking area with a delivery van.

17. Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center

16 km from Dean Smith Center

Michael

RM510

RM579 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

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

A Hampton Inn hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

A narrow hallway with shelves stocked with snacks and beverages, leading to a room with a desk and chair.

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

18.1 km from Dean Smith Center

Mohammed

RM500

RM567 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

The American Tobacco building with a prominent tower and a sign reading "Lucky Strike".

A modern reception area with a reception desk, a seating area with chairs and a table, and a bookshelf with books.

A compact kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, and a flat-screen TV on a dark cabinet.

19. University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center

15.5 km from Dean Smith Center

Nicole

RM474

RM538 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern lobby with a sofa, chairs, and a table.

A modern restaurant with a long wooden bench seating area, multiple tables, and chairs.

An outdoor seating area with a sofa, chairs, and tables, overlooking a brick building and trees.

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'tru by Hilton' sign, large windows, and a parking lot.

20. Tru by Hilton Chapel Hill

4.9 km from Dean Smith Center

Natalie

RM500

RM567 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Dean Smith Center

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hyatt Place Chapel Hill / Southern Village	9.4 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Chapel Hill	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Aloft by Marriott Chapel Hill	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center	9.6 Exceptional 586 reviews	View

Top Dean Smith Center Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Chapel Hill by IHG

8/10 Good

"It was fine. Nothing special, but at this price point, I did not expect it. Good location for a visit with our friends in Chapel Hill."

Comfort Inn University Durham - Chapel Hill

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room staff breakfast an parking"

Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill

8/10 Good

"Great location, nicely priced with friendly and helpful staff."

AC Hotel by Marriott Chapel Hill Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Another great stay. Wouldn’t stay any place else. Staff is wonderful"

Hampton Inn & Suites Chapel Hill-Carrboro/Downtown

8/10 Good

"Large room, double pane windows, parking right next door, good central location walking distance to several restaurants and a supermarket with a hot and cold buffet."

Courtyard by Marriott Chapel Hill

10/10 Excellent

"I had a great stay at the Courtyard in Chapel Hill! The staff was very friendly and kindly accommodated my request for an early check-in. I’d definitely stay here again."

Rizzo Center

10/10 Excellent

"It was fantastic, the complimentary breakfast was excellent and the staff were very helpful the only down side for us as we did not have a car they do not do dinner. But we can’t praise them enough."

Other attractions near Dean Smith Center

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Kenan Stadium

8.8/10 (412 reviews)

Catch an event at Kenan Stadium during your trip to Chapel Hill. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's stunning cathedral.

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A garden with a blue metal sculpture, various plants, and a wooden fence.

North Carolina Botanical Garden

9.0/10 (112 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at North Carolina Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Chapel Hill. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's stunning cathedral.

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The Carolina Basketball Museum

9.2/10 (11 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at The Carolina Basketball Museum during your travels in Chapel Hill. Visit the stunning cathedral and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Carolina Outdoor Education Center

Catch an event at Carolina Outdoor Education Center during your trip to Chapel Hill. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Paul Green Theatre

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can enjoy a show at Paul Green Theatre during your trip to Chapel Hill. Visit the stunning cathedral and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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PlayMakers Repertory Company

You can get tickets for a performance at PlayMakers Repertory Company during your trip to Chapel Hill. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's stunning cathedral.

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Gimghoul Castle

Find out about the history of Chapel Hill when you spend time at Gimghoul Castle. Visit the stunning cathedral and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Memorial Hall

8.8/10 (65 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Memorial Hall during your trip to Chapel Hill. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Dean Smith Center?

Dean Smith Center is located in a welcoming area of Chapel Hill known for its stunning cathedral. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 9 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Dean Smith Center?

The Carolina Inn, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Dean Smith Center. Other good choices within 5 miles include Aloft by Marriott Chapel Hill and Hyatt Place Chapel Hill / Southern Village.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Dean Smith Center?

Expedia has 9 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Dean Smith Center.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Dean Smith Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Dean Smith Center.

What can I see and do near Dean Smith Center?

The Carolina Basketball Museum, Morehead Planetarium and Ackland Art Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Franklin Street, Gimghoul Castle and Horace Williams House. You can check out the local talent at Paul Green Theatre, Memorial Hall and PlayMakers Repertory Company.

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1. Hyatt Place Chapel Hill / Southern Village

2. Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill

3. Courtyard by Marriott Chapel Hill

4. Aloft by Marriott Chapel Hill

5. Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center

6. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Durham

7. Rizzo Center, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel

8. Home2 Suites by Hilton Durham University Medical Center

9. Hyatt Place Durham Southpoint

10. Courtyard by Marriott Raleigh Cary/Parkside Town Commons

11. Towneplace Suites By Marriott Raleigh-Durham Airport/Morrisville

12. Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club

13. JB Duke Hotel

14. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham

15. Residence Inn by Marriott Chapel Hill

16. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham City View

17. Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center

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

19. University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center

20. Tru by Hilton Chapel Hill

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Top Dean Smith Center Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Chapel Hill by IHG

Comfort Inn University Durham - Chapel Hill

Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill

AC Hotel by Marriott Chapel Hill Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Chapel Hill-Carrboro/Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Chapel Hill

Rizzo Center

Other attractions near Dean Smith Center

Kenan Stadium

North Carolina Botanical Garden

The Carolina Basketball Museum

Carolina Outdoor Education Center

Paul Green Theatre

PlayMakers Repertory Company

Gimghoul Castle

Memorial Hall

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