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1. The Durham Hotel

The Durham Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (772 reviews)
"Nice property with helpful staff!"
United States
Connie
The price is ₩251,871
₩285,873 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
The Durham Hotel
A rooftop pool area with red umbrellas, white lounge chairs, and a view of a tall building in the background.

2. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Shows its natural age, but the restrooms are neat and modern. Pool area is well done"
United States
MIKE
The price is ₩159,984
₩204,615 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a wooden coffee table, a small round table, a lamp, and a view of the cityscape.

3. Durham Marriott City Center

Durham Marriott City Center
3.5 star property
Downtown Durham
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (883 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay"
United States
Donald
The price is ₩194,986
₩221,308 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Durham Marriott City Center
A modern elevator lobby with marble walls, a bench, and a central elevator with a colorful door.

4. 21c Museum Hotel Durham

21c Museum Hotel Durham
4.0 star property
Downtown Durham
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"unreal stay!"
United States
Will
The price is ₩207,764
₩242,642 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
21c Museum Hotel Durham
A hotel entrance with a modern design, glass doors, and a colorful ceiling.

5. Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (778 reviews)
"The hotel is renovated and cozy and the staff made it a great stay ."
United States
Bobby
The price is ₩252,060
₩286,089 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown
A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, multiple floors, and a balcony on the second floor.

6. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham City View

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham City View
3.5 star property
0.9 km from Downtown Durham
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (585 reviews)
"Hotel was clean and affordable"
United States
Taurean
The price is ₩181,128
₩205,580 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham City View
A breakfast area with a chalkboard menu, a sign indicating breakfast starts here, and a variety of food items like waffles, oatmeal, and fruits.

7. 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, (1,005 reviews)
"clean,good staff"
United States
Mark
The price is ₩160,999
₩182,733 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hampton Inn & Suites Durham/North I-85
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a no diving sign, and a seating area with chairs and tables.

8. Hyatt House Raleigh / RDU / Brier Creek

Hyatt House Raleigh / RDU / Brier Creek
3.0 star property
14.1 km from Downtown Durham
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Good property, great staff, pool table is a nice touch"
United States
Zashia
The price is ₩161,184
₩182,541 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hyatt House Raleigh / RDU / Brier Creek
A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a landscaped driveway, and a flagpole.

9. 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, (1,429 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Fadi
The price is ₩143,427
₩162,432 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Hyatt Place Raleigh-Durham Airport
A lobby with a green sofa, yellow chairs, a coffee table with drinks, and a window with plants.

10. Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center

Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center
3.0 star property
9th Street District, 2.3 km from Downtown Durham
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (999 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean and comfortable room."
United States
Hal
The price is ₩198,750
₩225,580 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center
A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a television.

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP
3.0 star property
17.1 km from Downtown Durham
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3,296 reviews)
"Great hotel for the price; clean, great staff, breakfast was good and good parking space."
United States
Vanessa
The price is ₩111,108
₩125,830 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP
A hotel room with a bed, a red armchair, a small table, a shower area, and a large bathtub.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Raleigh-Durham Airport, NC
3.0 star property
16.7 km from Downtown Durham
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,958 reviews)
"We always stay here when flying out of town. It is clean and safe. The staff is friendly and helpful. The shuttle drivers are always friendly and helpful, and punctual."
United States
Barbara
The price is ₩138,168
₩156,476 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Raleigh-Durham Airport, NC
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, a central fountain, and seating areas.

13. Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Durham Airport Brier Creek

Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Durham Airport Brier Creek
3.5 star property
15 km from Downtown Durham
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Darren C.
The price is ₩217,299
₩246,092 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Durham Airport Brier Creek
A patio area with a stone fire pit surrounded by wicker furniture, outdoor lighting, and a view of a multi-story building in the background.

14. Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville

Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville
3.0 star property
17.3 km from Downtown Durham
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,152 reviews)
"It was good and a great location to the airport."
United States
Christopher
The price is ₩144,793
₩163,978 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville
A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, a wooden headboard, and a carpeted floor.

15. 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, (1,003 reviews)
"Very clean rooms, easy access, breakfast, pool"
United States
Kimberly R
The price is ₩148,948
₩169,069 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG
A Microtel by Wyndham hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a parking lot.

16. Microtel Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport
2.0 star property
17 km from Downtown Durham
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,189 reviews)
"Very convenient and great staff"
United States
Micheal
The price is ₩103,586
₩117,310 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Microtel Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport
A modern lobby with a central seating area, a TV screen, and a patterned wall.

17. Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh-Durham Airport-Brier Creek

Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh-Durham Airport-Brier Creek
2.5 star property
15 km from Downtown Durham
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location for my need… very clean… outstanding breakfast!"
United States
Frank
The price is ₩159,889
₩181,074 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh-Durham Airport-Brier Creek

18. Courtyard Raleigh-Durham Airport/Brier Creek

Courtyard Raleigh-Durham Airport/Brier Creek
3.0 star property
13.4 km from Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Very nice place"
United States
eidy
The price is ₩183,003
₩207,250 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Courtyard Raleigh-Durham Airport/Brier Creek
A Hyatt Place hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a parking lot in front.

19. Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary

Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary
3.0 star property
27.1 km from Downtown Durham
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,515 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United States
Dani
The price is ₩173,478
₩196,463 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary
An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a few lounge chairs outside.

20. Holiday Inn Raleigh-Durham Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Raleigh-Durham Airport by IHG
3.0 star property
17.1 km from Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Travis
The price is ₩166,648
₩188,729 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Holiday Inn Raleigh-Durham Airport by IHG
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Where to stay in Downtown Durham

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

While visiting Downtown Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Marbles Kids Museums and The Acorn.

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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 Regal North Hills 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.S. Dorton Arena.

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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 Durant Nature Preserve and Lafayette Village.

Top Downtown Durham Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Raleigh-Durham Airport

Hyatt Place Raleigh-Durham Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Great property. Not new but well-maintained. Breakfast was delicious, all the staff polite and ready to help. Clean & Quiet, even though it's right at the airport! Comfy bed."
M 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours 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 neighborhood has to offer. Be sure to check out Carolina Theatre and Durham Performing Arts Center as part of your Downtown Durham travel plans.
What's a favorite hotel to stay in Downtown Durham?
Based on our traveler data, Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Durham. This hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour health club. Other good options for your stay in the neighborhood include 21c Museum Hotel Durham and The Durham Hotel.
How many hotels are there in Downtown Durham?
Expedia has 59 hotels and other accommodations 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! Most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals in Downtown Durham.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Durham?
For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Downtown Durham, head over to our customer service page.
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 neighborhood. 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, be sure to visit other sights like 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.