The Best Hotels Closest to North Carolina State Fairgrounds in Raleigh - 2026 Updated Prices

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A Hyatt Place hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a parking lot in front.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a wooden partition, and large windows.

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and dumbbells.

A modern reception area with a curved desk, a beverage cooler, and a seating area with a lamp and decorative items.

1. Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary

Southwest Raleigh, 2.5 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Dani

฿4,273

฿4,839 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a snack bar.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a parking lot.

A modern breakfast area with a refrigerated display for yogurt, eggs, and milk, a cereal station, and a variety of fruits and beverages.

2. Holiday Inn Express And Suites Raleigh West Lenovo Center by IHG

Southwest Raleigh, 3 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Sean

฿3,610

฿4,089 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern living room with a kitchen area, featuring a leather sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area with shelves of bottles, and a wall with a food and diet sign.

A reception area with a wooden counter, shelves with various items, a bench, and framed pictures on the wall.

A modern lounge area with a brick wall, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and comfortable seating.

3. Four Points by Sheraton Raleigh Arena

Southwest Raleigh, 1.4 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Michelle

฿3,941

฿4,464 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, yellow chairs, and colorful seating.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a mix of brick and glass facades, and a parking area with a stop sign.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, tables, chairs, and a large window offering a view of the city.

A modern lounge area with leather sofas, wooden tables, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

4. Home2 Suites by Hilton Raleigh West Lenovo Center

Southwest Raleigh, 2.9 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

eric

฿4,334

฿4,908 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A gazebo with a brick building in the background, featuring outdoor seating and a brick wall.

A gym with exercise equipment, a treadmill, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

A bar area with multiple stools, a television mounted on the wall, and shelves with glasses.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand with a telephone, and a window with curtains.

5. Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh

Southwest Raleigh, 0.8 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Jolene

฿2,886

฿3,268 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A gym with exercise equipment, a bench, and a wall-mounted television.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of greenery.

A conference room with a carpeted floor, round tables, and chairs.

A breakfast bar with a variety of food items and a coffee station.

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites RALEIGH WEST - LENOVO CENTER by IHG

Southwest Raleigh, 3 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

฿3,614

฿4,093 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window and a wall with a textured design.

An outdoor patio with a barbecue grill and seating area.

A modern bar area with a long wooden table and blue chairs, a bar counter with stools, and a television mounted on the wall.

7. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Raleigh-University Area

Southwest Raleigh, 4.5 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Timothy

฿4,306

฿4,876 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, comfortable seating, and large windows.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a large window with curtains.

A swimming pool with chairs and a changing room.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a built-in microwave, and a large island with a sink.

8. Residence Inn By Marriott Cary Raleigh

10.2 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Lynn

฿5,052

฿5,722 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A two-story house with a front porch, a central staircase, and a brick foundation.

A bright, modern interior with white chairs, a wooden bench, and potted plants.

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden bench, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a chair.

A modern kitchen with a central island, two bar stools, pendant lighting, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

9. Guest House Raleigh

Downtown Raleigh, 7.3 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Alan

฿6,185

฿7,005 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

An outdoor patio with seating, a fire feature, and a view of a cityscape.

A modern hotel lobby with a leather sofa, green chairs, a wooden reception desk, and a bar area.

A modern interior with wooden shelves, a red booth seating area, and pendant lighting.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, and two wall-mounted lamps.

10. The Longleaf Hotel

Downtown Raleigh, 6.3 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Candun

฿5,008

฿5,671 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An outdoor patio area with seating, a fire feature, and string lights.

A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern bar area with a rustic ceiling, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, multiple balconies, and outdoor seating areas.

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Midtown

North Hills, 8.8 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Renee

฿5,090

฿5,764 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A buffet area with various food options, a coffee station, and a glass partition.

A spacious living area with a modern chandelier, a stone accent wall, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern lobby with leather chairs, a round wooden table, and a central light fixture.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a parking lot, and a flagpole.

12. Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh Cary I-40

4.5 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Isaiah

฿4,845

฿5,487 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern lounge area with curved black seating, a central tree, and a city view through large windows.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a city view through large windows.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, large windows, and a central brick fireplace.

A modern lounge with large windows, comfortable seating, and a city view.

13. Tempo By Hilton Raleigh Downtown

Downtown Raleigh, 6.5 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

aloria

฿6,491

฿7,351 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, including sofas and chairs, and two street lamps.

A modern lobby with a staircase, seating area, and large windows.

A modern bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a view of the city.

14. Residence Inn by Marriott Raleigh Downtown

Downtown Raleigh, 6.8 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Corey

฿7,317

฿8,287 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a view of a sunset over a forested area.

A spacious living room with large windows, multiple seating areas, and a central table with lamps.

A dining area with a central table surrounded by chairs, a decorative glass sculpture, and a fireplace in the background.

A hotel pool area with sun loungers and umbrellas, surrounded by a multi-story building with balconies.

15. The Umstead Hotel and Spa

6.3 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Ben

฿11,402

฿12,913 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A modern lobby with a green arch, seating area, and a reception desk.

A modern lobby with a seating area, a fireplace, and a large plant.

An indoor swimming pool with a central water feature, seating areas, and a modern ceiling design.

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

16. Hilton Garden Inn Raleigh /Crabtree Valley

North Hills, 5.6 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Dawn

฿4,074

฿4,614 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a blue and grey tiled floor, and a view of a parked car outside.

A modern breakfast area with self-service stations, including coffee machines and a refrigerated display case.

A snack and beverage vending area with multiple shelves stocked with various brands of chips and a refrigerator with a variety of drinks.

A modern reception area with a glass display case, a digital screen, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Raleigh Cary

5 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Jacob

฿3,760

฿4,258 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a tiled floor, and a view of the outside through large windows.

A DoubleTree hotel with a brick facade, a parking lot, and a large building in the background.

A modern lobby with a central seating area, a fireplace, and a TV mounted on a stone wall.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a variety of seating arrangements including tables and booths.

18. DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh - Cary

4.8 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

sulmy

฿3,775

฿4,275 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious bar area with a stone fireplace, multiple seating arrangements, and a television.

A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, seating area, and large windows.

A snack display in a store with various packaged snacks and beverages.

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a red umbrella, and string lights.

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Cary Lenovo Center

3.5 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Samuel

฿3,613

฿4,092 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture and a stone fireplace, surrounded by a building with multiple windows and a covered walkway.

A modern lobby with a seating area, vending machines, and a refrigerated display.

A multi-story hotel with a courtyard pool, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained lawn.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

20. Courtyard by Marriott Raleigh Cary Crossroads

5.3 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Edward

฿4,051

฿4,588 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary	9.4 Exceptional 1,513 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Raleigh West Lenovo Center by IHG	9.0 Wonderful 222 reviews	View
Four Points by Sheraton Raleigh Arena	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Home2 Suites by Hilton Raleigh West Lenovo Center	9.0 Wonderful 398 reviews	View
Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh	8.2 Very good 1,514 reviews	View

Top North Carolina State Fairgrounds Hotel Reviews

Red Roof Inn Raleigh Southwest - Cary

10/10 Excellent

"A better Red Roof Inn than some. Laundry facilities and coffee or tea . A good stay."

The Umstead Hotel and Spa

8/10 Good

"My wife’s and I stay here was excellent. We only wish we would have been able to eat at their premier restaurant Herons. Unfortunately, it was not open on Sundays and Mondays for dinner. Overall this is a great facility with exceptional customer service. Highly recommend."

Motel 6 Raleigh, NC - Cary

10/10 Excellent

"The people at the front desk was very nice day and night rooms very clean no rodents no bugs room nice and neat I would recommend anybody to stay at motel 6"

Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Cary Lenovo Center

10/10 Excellent

"Clean Room, Pleasant, professional staff. Tasty breakfast. Dining area was clean. Couldn't have asked for a better stay."

Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely wonderful. I would give a 10. Joshua was wonderful. Great stat. Great staff."

Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh

10/10 Excellent

"Nicest welcoming staff. Lovely patio and clean. A little dated but charming and perfect! Thank you Donavon and Jocelyn!"

DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh - Cary

8/10 Good

"Room was clean"

Sheraton Raleigh Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I loved everything about this hotel from the staff at the front desk to the staff in the restaurant was amazing everyone was so respectful and friendly my stay was amazing and I would definitely stay here again"

Four Points by Sheraton Raleigh Arena

10/10 Excellent

"First-rate property in every way, shape, and form. Highly recommended!"

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A wooden pergola over a gravel path in a garden with various plants and trees.

J.C. Raulston Arboretum

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Three vibrant flowers with red and yellow petals and a dark center, set against a dry, rocky background.

Lenovo Center

8.8/10 (1,752 reviews)

Catch an event at Lenovo Center during your trip to Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Large metal rings in a park with grass and trees.

North Carolina Museum of Art

8.8/10 (577 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at North Carolina Museum of Art in Raleigh. Experience the area's fascinating museums or attend a sporting event.

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J.S. Dorton Arena

6.4/10 (5 reviews)

Catch an event at J.S. Dorton Arena during your trip to Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Gov. James B. Hunt, Jr. Horse Complex

8.0/10 (14 reviews)

Catch an event at Gov. James B. Hunt, Jr. Horse Complex during your trip to Raleigh. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Carter-Finley Stadium

7.8/10 (27 reviews)

Catch an event at Carter-Finley Stadium during your trip to Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Ann and Jim Goodnight Museum Park

Ann and Jim Goodnight Museum Park is just one of the places to see in Raleigh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

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Raleigh Brewing Company

8.8/10 (11 reviews)

You can take time to visit Raleigh Brewing Company during your travels to Raleigh. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around North Carolina State Fairgrounds?

North Carolina State Fairgrounds is located in a scenic area of Raleigh that travellers like for its sporting events and art scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 33 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to North Carolina State Fairgrounds?

Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from North Carolina State Fairgrounds. Another good option is Four Points by Sheraton Raleigh Arena, located just 0.8 mi (1.4 km) away.

How many hotels will I be able to find near North Carolina State Fairgrounds?

Expedia has 33 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from North Carolina State Fairgrounds.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near North Carolina State Fairgrounds, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals near North Carolina State Fairgrounds.

What can I see and do near North Carolina State Fairgrounds?

You'll want to browse the collections at North Carolina Museum of Art, CAM Raleigh and North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences. Sights like Raleigh Little Theater, Joel Lane Museum House and North Carolina Executive Mansion are must-sees while exploring the area. You can check out the local talent at Red Hat Amphitheater, Burning Coal Theatre and North Carolina Theatre.

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Our top choices for North Carolina State Fairgrounds hotels

1. Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary

2. Holiday Inn Express And Suites Raleigh West Lenovo Center by IHG

3. Four Points by Sheraton Raleigh Arena

4. Home2 Suites by Hilton Raleigh West Lenovo Center

5. Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites RALEIGH WEST - LENOVO CENTER by IHG

7. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Raleigh-University Area

8. Residence Inn By Marriott Cary Raleigh

9. Guest House Raleigh

10. The Longleaf Hotel

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Midtown

12. Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh Cary I-40

13. Tempo By Hilton Raleigh Downtown

14. Residence Inn by Marriott Raleigh Downtown

15. The Umstead Hotel and Spa

16. Hilton Garden Inn Raleigh /Crabtree Valley

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Raleigh Cary

18. DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh - Cary

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Cary Lenovo Center

20. Courtyard by Marriott Raleigh Cary Crossroads

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Top North Carolina State Fairgrounds Hotel Reviews

Red Roof Inn Raleigh Southwest - Cary

The Umstead Hotel and Spa

Motel 6 Raleigh, NC - Cary

Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Cary Lenovo Center

Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary

Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh

DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh - Cary

Sheraton Raleigh Hotel

Four Points by Sheraton Raleigh Arena

Other attractions near North Carolina State Fairgrounds

J.C. Raulston Arboretum

Lenovo Center

North Carolina Museum of Art

J.S. Dorton Arena

Gov. James B. Hunt, Jr. Horse Complex

Carter-Finley Stadium

Ann and Jim Goodnight Museum Park

Raleigh Brewing Company

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