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Our top choices for Downtown Durham hotels

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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, (1,000 reviews)
"We cant wait for our next visit."
United States
Tammy
The price is RM445
RM574 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt
Outdoor dining

The Durham Hotel

The Durham Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (724 reviews)
"Clean hotel, friendly staff. Great location"
United States
Laura
The price is RM759
RM861 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul
The Durham Hotel
Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Durham Marriott City Center

Durham Marriott City Center
3.5 star property
Downtown Durham
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (867 reviews)
"Very comfortable accommodations and a great staff"
United States
Nancy
The price is RM587
RM667 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Durham Marriott City Center
Front of property

Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (766 reviews)
"Great place great location"
United States
Lucas
The price is RM726
RM824 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown
Interior entrance

21c Museum Hotel Durham

21c Museum Hotel Durham
4.0 star property
Downtown Durham
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"Nice room and staff."
United States
James
The price is RM655
RM764 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
21c Museum Hotel Durham
Free daily buffet breakfast

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, (1,009 reviews)
"The room was very clean and the staff was amazing. I would stay here again."
United States
Rebecca
The price is RM481
RM546 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Hampton Inn & Suites Durham/North I-85
Property amenity

Towneplace Suites By Marriott Raleigh-Durham Airport/Morrisville

Towneplace Suites By Marriott Raleigh-Durham Airport/Morrisville
3.0 star property
16.3 km from Downtown Durham
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (289 reviews)
"We had a great stay!"
United States
Laurie
The price is RM411
RM466 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Towneplace Suites By Marriott Raleigh-Durham Airport/Morrisville
Free buffet breakfast

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, (1,009 reviews)
"Great stay ."
United States
Ignacio
The price is RM407
RM462 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG
BBQ/picnic Area

Hilton Garden Inn Raleigh-Durham Airport

Hilton Garden Inn Raleigh-Durham Airport
3.0 star property
18.8 km from Downtown Durham
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,030 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
kevin
The price is RM419
RM474 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Hilton Garden Inn Raleigh-Durham Airport
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

Courtyard Raleigh-Durham Airport/Brier Creek

Courtyard Raleigh-Durham Airport/Brier Creek
3.0 star property
13.4 km from Downtown Durham
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Front Desk staff was very friendly and helpful! Thank you for a nice stay"
United States
Peggy
The price is RM492
RM557 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Courtyard Raleigh-Durham Airport/Brier Creek
Free buffet breakfast

Holiday Inn Express Hillsborough by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hillsborough by IHG
2.5 star property
19.6 km from Downtown Durham
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (645 reviews)
"My checkin was quick and smooth"
United States
Roxanne
The price is RM358
RM406 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Holiday Inn Express Hillsborough by IHG
Hallway

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, (1,000 reviews)
"The staff is always friendly and helpful each time we have stayed."
United States
Becky
The price is RM471
RM535 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center
Exterior

Hyatt Place Raleigh-Durham Airport

Hyatt Place Raleigh-Durham Airport
3.0 star property
16.6 km from Downtown Durham
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,276 reviews)
"Rooms were great staff was amazing and so polite"
United States
Mathew
The price is RM509
RM576 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Hyatt Place Raleigh-Durham Airport
Restaurant

Tru by Hilton Raleigh Durham Airport

Tru by Hilton Raleigh Durham Airport
2.5 star property
16.5 km from Downtown Durham
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay!! Their breakfast was excellent!"
United States
Rajani
The price is RM431
RM488 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Tru by Hilton Raleigh Durham Airport
Lobby sitting area

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, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice stay"
United States
Rhonda
The price is RM525
RM596 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
The Lodge at Duke Medical Center
Restaurant

Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Cary Lenovo Center

Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Cary Lenovo Center
2.5 star property
26.5 km from Downtown Durham
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay, helpful staff"
United States
Nancy
The price is RM381
RM431 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Cary Lenovo Center
Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

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, (1,063 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
LILIANA
The price is RM392
RM445 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Comfort Inn & Suites Durham near Duke University
Lobby

Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Durham Research Triangle

Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Durham Research Triangle
3.5 star property
21.8 km from Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,020 reviews)
"good family hotel"
United States
Hamza
The price is RM565
RM642 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Durham Research Triangle
Breakfast and dinner served

Hilton Garden Inn Durham Southpoint

Hilton Garden Inn Durham Southpoint
3.0 star property
11 km from Downtown Durham
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (856 reviews)
"Love this place!"
United States
onjaleka
The price is RM464
RM527 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Hilton Garden Inn Durham Southpoint
Exterior

Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh-Durham AP/Research Triangle

Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh-Durham AP/Research Triangle
3.0 star property
13.1 km from Downtown Durham
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (672 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Stephanie
The price is RM431
RM490 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh-Durham AP/Research Triangle
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Where to stay in Downtown Durham

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

Downtown Raleigh

If you're spending some time in Downtown Raleigh, North Carolina Executive Mansion and Marbles Kids Museums are top sights worth seeing.

A cityscape with modern buildings, a green park, and a clear blue sky.

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.

A multi-tiered waterfall with moss-covered rocks and a wooden bridge.
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.

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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Photo by Sandeep Somasekharan
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
"N/A"
William 3-night trip
Posted less than an hour 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 neighbourhood has to offer. Make sure that you visit Carolina Theatre and Durham Performing Arts Center as part of your Downtown Durham travel plans.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Downtown Durham?
Based on our traveller data, Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Durham. This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Durham Performing Arts Center, and it offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include 21c Museum Hotel Durham and The Durham Hotel.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown Durham?
Expedia has 59 hotels and other accommodation options 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, the majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in Downtown Durham.
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 neighbourhood. 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, make sure that you visit other sights such as 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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