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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Durham Marriott City Center	3.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 851 reviews	View
Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 758 reviews	View
The Durham Hotel	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 687 reviews	View
21c Museum Hotel Durham	4.0 star property	8.4 Very good 1,016 reviews	View
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt	3.5 star property	8.2 Very good 1,004 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Durham

Find the best Downtown Durham areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown Raleigh

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

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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 Lassiter Mill Historic Park while in the area.

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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 Lafayette Village and Durant Nature Preserve.

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Top Downtown Durham Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Raleigh-Durham Airport, NC

10/10 Excellent

"Fue todo excelente"

Quality Inn & Suites Raleigh Durham Airport

2/10 Terrible

"This hotel was the worst experience I had in a long time, first the lady working at the front desk had the worst attitude, second the hotel was dirty and not well kept. Breakfast was not the best, I have stayed at other hotels that have continental breakfast and it’s more than just waffles and cereal. Tables were dirty and trash can was overflowing throughout the morning. The lady that cleaned our room was very polite. However, the rooms were very outdated and the phone didn’t even work. I normally don’t even spend time rating my stays but this one I did because we felt discriminated since we got there, the front desk lady mention to us 4 times that she wouldn’t have a room before 2pm. To which we had said that we understood and could wait since we called to request the shuttle from RDU. She continue to instruct not mention that we knew that was a non smoking room so we should not be smoking, and then she said and make sure you don’t damage the room. To which I answered because, I don’t think you say that to every customer that goes to the front desk. I asked her did we look like we were going to do any of those things. I later over heard her with another transaction and she didn’t say any of those statements. I called today because we checked out on Monday the 11th which is a week today and my deposit is not in my account. When I said my name and was going to explain she whispered “oh my God” and when I asked what she said, she said she was talking to another person."

Hyatt Place Raleigh-Durham Airport

6/10 Okay

"The hotel was clean. Time to replace the pullout sleeper, mattress was horrible. The parking is limited; on our last night we had to park at the parking lot across the street. The pool was dirty and not in use, that should have been announced at time of booking. Breakfast is okay. Housekeeping did not clean our room nor leave any clean towels."

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, 21c Museum Hotel Durham is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Durham. This hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt 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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Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt

Durham Marriott City Center

21c Museum Hotel Durham

The Durham Hotel

Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

Towneplace Suites By Marriott Raleigh-Durham Airport/Morrisville

Tru by Hilton Raleigh Durham Airport

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill

Hilton Garden Inn Raleigh-Durham Airport

Comfort Inn & Suites Durham near Duke University

Hampton Inn & Suites Durham/North I-85

Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center

Hyatt Place Raleigh-Durham Airport

Econo Lodge Creedmoor - Butner

Marriott Raleigh Durham Research Triangle Park

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham

Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP

Hilton Garden Inn Durham Southpoint

Holiday Inn Express And Suites Raleigh West Lenovo Center by IHG

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Top Downtown Durham Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Raleigh-Durham Airport, NC

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