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Our top choices for Downtown Durham hotels

1. 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 ฿4,808
฿5,457 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Durham Marriott City Center

2. 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 ฿6,210
฿7,049 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Durham Hotel

3. 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, (1,003 reviews)
"Shows its natural age, but the restrooms are neat and modern. Pool area is well done"
United States
MIKE
The price is ฿3,945
฿5,045 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt

4. 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 ฿6,499
฿7,376 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

5. 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 ฿5,364
฿6,255 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
21c Museum Hotel Durham

6. 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 ฿3,970
฿4,506 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites Durham/North I-85

7. 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 ฿3,673
฿4,169 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG

8. 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 ฿4,901
฿5,562 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center

9. Hilton Durham near Duke University

Hilton Durham near Duke University
3.5 star property
5.9 km from Downtown Durham
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent stay."
United States
Deborah
The price is ฿3,805
฿4,319 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Hilton Durham near Duke University

10. 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, (1,152 reviews)
"Good place to stay, right off the highway.."
United States
BRIAN
The price is ฿2,838
฿3,221 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Comfort Inn & Suites Durham near Duke University

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill
3.0 star property
North Garrett Road, 7.2 km from Downtown Durham
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,980 reviews)
"Great stay!! Very clean will definitely stay again!!"
United States
Yolanda
The price is ฿2,806
฿3,185 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill

12. 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 ฿3,940
฿4,462 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hyatt House Raleigh / RDU / Brier Creek

13. Hyatt Place Durham Southpoint

Hyatt Place Durham Southpoint
3.0 star property
11.8 km from Downtown Durham
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Very clean and love the pool for the family. Very well maintained and staff is very nice."
United States
Andres
The price is ฿4,507
฿5,116 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hyatt Place Durham Southpoint

14. Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown

Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown
3.0 star property
Croasdaile Farm Master, 4.8 km from Downtown Durham
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Billy
The price is ฿2,871
฿3,258 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown

15. 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 ฿4,473
฿5,066 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Courtyard Raleigh-Durham Airport/Brier Creek

16. AC Hotel Durham

AC Hotel Durham
3.0 star property
4.2 km from Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (705 reviews)
"Rooms and public spaces are well designed, well maintained, and clean. Parking garage is very convenient."
United States
Frank
The price is ฿5,199
฿5,901 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
AC Hotel Durham

17. 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 ฿5,311
฿6,015 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Durham Airport Brier Creek

18. Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club

Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club
4.0 star property
4.1 km from Downtown Durham
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Lowell
The price is ฿8,013
฿9,095 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club

19. 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 ฿3,942
฿4,465 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh-Durham Airport-Brier Creek

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center

Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center
2.5 star property
5.5 km from Downtown Durham
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (561 reviews)
"Everything about our stay you great we loved it"
United States
Donna
The price is ฿4,353
฿4,941 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center
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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, Marbles Kids Museums and The Acorn are top sights worth seeing.

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.

Southwest Raleigh

While visiting Southwest Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Johnson and J.S. Dorton Arena.

Midtown Raleigh

While visiting Midtown Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like North Hills Shopping Center and Village District.

North Raleigh

While visiting North Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Durant Nature Preserve and Lafayette Village.

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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 offers a restaurant and a 24-hour health club. 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.