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A spacious, elegantly decorated interior with a central round table, high ceilings, and classic architectural columns.

A spacious living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a chandelier.

A large, historic building with a central courtyard, columns, and a brick facade.

A well-lit living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

1. The Carolina Inn, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel

1.5 km from Dean Smith Center

vasilisa

RM1,256

RM1,426 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a sofa, a bench, and a large window.

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

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

2. Hyatt Place Chapel Hill / Southern Village

Southern Village, 2.7 km from Dean Smith Center

Pamela

RM540

RM613 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern hotel with a flat facade, large windows, and a sign reading "ACHOTEL CHAPEL HILL".

A modern breakfast bar with a glass top, various breakfast items, and a coffee machine.

A modern lounge area with sofas and chairs, a small table, and a fireplace.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There are shelves with decorative items and a large window with curtains.

3. AC Hotel by Marriott Chapel Hill Downtown

Downtown Chapel Hill, 2 km from Dean Smith Center

Heather

RM640

RM727 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A hotel entrance with a blue awning, two chairs, a small table, and a bar area with bottles.

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

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

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

4. Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill

Downtown Chapel Hill, 2 km from Dean Smith Center

Mike

RM657

RM746 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

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

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.

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

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

5. Courtyard by Marriott Chapel Hill

3 km from Dean Smith Center

susan

RM510

RM579 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A swimming pool with a clear edge and a shallow end, surrounded by lounge chairs and a covered area.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a large screen.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a large mirror, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a dining table.

A rooftop patio with a fire feature, outdoor seating, and a swimming pool.

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Chapel Hill-Carrboro/Downtown

2.5 km from Dean Smith Center

Carla

RM525

RM596 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

A modern lounge area with sofas, armchairs, and ottomans, a flat-screen TV, and a dartboard.

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

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

7. Aloft by Marriott Chapel Hill

2 km from Dean Smith Center

Adriana

RM516

RM586 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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 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.

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

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center

16 km from Dean Smith Center

Maggie

RM492

RM558 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central staircase, and a modern bar area with red chairs.

A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a welcoming sign.

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, teal chairs, and a large TV on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with blue walls, seating areas, and a lifeguard sign.

9. Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Pittsboro

19.3 km from Dean Smith Center

Dennis

RM426

RM469 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden fence.

A modern bar area with a refrigerated display, wooden bar counter, and seating.

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

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

10. Hyatt Place Durham Southpoint

7.5 km from Dean Smith Center

Andres

RM513

RM582 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

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

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

A modern lobby with a bar area, seating, and a large TV screen.

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

11. Courtyard by Marriott Raleigh Cary/Parkside Town Commons

15.4 km from Dean Smith Center

Montrias

RM721

RM816 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

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.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.

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

RM969

RM1,100 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

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

A reception area with a wooden counter, a 'HELLO Morrisville' sign, a 'PINCH' sign above a snack display, and a 'Manager on Duty' sign.

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

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

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

18.8 km from Dean Smith Center

Anthony

RM407

RM461 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

A modern reception area with a marble counter, a wooden bench, and a unique chandelier.

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

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

14. JB Duke Hotel

13.9 km from Dean Smith Center

denise

RM602

RM683 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a large umbrella, a fire feature, and a view of the interior through glass walls.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and sink.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building in the background.

15. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham

13.2 km from Dean Smith Center

Victoria

RM350

RM397 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small seating area, and a kitchenette.

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

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

16. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham City View

16 km from Dean Smith Center

Dominique

RM448

RM509 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

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

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

A bar area with a granite countertop, wooden chairs, and a large television screen.

17. Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center

16 km from Dean Smith Center

Hal

RM591

RM671 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, and a brick building in the background.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, a bench press, and a blue balance board.

A multi-story brick building with a modern entrance and a parking lot.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a sofa.

18. Residence Inn Durham McPherson/Duke University Medical Cntr

16.4 km from Dean Smith Center

RM584

RM662 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A fire pit surrounded by wicker chairs and a stone bench.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative vase on a table.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, kitchenette, and a bathroom with a mirror and sink.

A restaurant setting with tables set for dining, featuring green tablecloths, white flowers, and various dishes and drinks.

19. HYATT house Raleigh Durham Airport

18.8 km from Dean Smith Center

Casandra

RM443

RM502 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

A lobby with seating, a fireplace, and a view of the dining area.

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.

20. Residence Inn by Marriott Chapel Hill

5.3 km from Dean Smith Center

Lowell

RM477

RM542 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Dean Smith Center

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Carolina Inn, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Chapel Hill / Southern Village	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
AC Hotel by Marriott Chapel Hill Downtown	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Chapel Hill	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

Top Dean Smith Center Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn University Durham - Chapel Hill

8/10 Good

"Good value for the money. More motel than hotel. Good breakfast. Helpful personnel."

Sheraton Chapel Hill Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"clean and updated property"

Hyatt Place Chapel Hill / Southern Village

10/10 Excellent

"This property was very new, clean, with hot water, exceptionally clean, conveniently located to town. . The location was very peaceful even though it was on a busy road."

Courtyard by Marriott Chapel Hill

10/10 Excellent

"Robert and J-Kaia were excellent"

Hampton Inn & Suites Chapel Hill-Carrboro/Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"The staff are incredibly supportive and helpful with every aspect of our trip. I also love the convenience of being so close to Chapel Hill, and staying in Carrboro is always a wonderful experience."

Landing Apartments - Chapel Hill, NC

10/10 Excellent

"This apartment from The Landing far exceeded my expectations and had everything that I needed and then more. Very thoughtul touches throughout. Incredible value for the price. Absolutely will be booking with them 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 shops 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 stunning cathedral 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 AC Hotel by Marriott Chapel Hill Downtown.

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 Memorial Hall, Paul Green Theatre and PlayMakers Repertory Company.

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1. The Carolina Inn, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel

2. Hyatt Place Chapel Hill / Southern Village

3. AC Hotel by Marriott Chapel Hill Downtown

4. Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill

5. Courtyard by Marriott Chapel Hill

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Chapel Hill-Carrboro/Downtown

7. Aloft by Marriott Chapel Hill

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center

9. Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Pittsboro

10. Hyatt Place Durham Southpoint

11. Courtyard by Marriott Raleigh Cary/Parkside Town Commons

12. Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club

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

14. JB Duke Hotel

15. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham

16. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham City View

17. Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center

18. Residence Inn Durham McPherson/Duke University Medical Cntr

19. HYATT house Raleigh Durham Airport

20. Residence Inn by Marriott Chapel Hill

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Top Dean Smith Center Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn University Durham - Chapel Hill

Sheraton Chapel Hill Hotel

Hyatt Place Chapel Hill / Southern Village

Courtyard by Marriott Chapel Hill

Hampton Inn & Suites Chapel Hill-Carrboro/Downtown

Landing Apartments - Chapel Hill, NC

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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