Northwest Raleigh Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
North Carolina Museum of Art
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.
Crabtree Valley Mall
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Crabtree Valley Mall during your stay in Raleigh. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
UNC REX Hospital
If UNC REX Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Raleigh.
Laurel Hills Park
You can take time to visit Laurel Hills Park during your travels to Raleigh. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Bowlero Raleigh
You can take time to visit Bowlero Raleigh during your travels to Raleigh.
North Carolina Comm Care Network
If North Carolina Comm Care Network is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Raleigh.
Things to do
Raleigh Downtown Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Raleigh Round The Capitol
Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour
Top hotels in Northwest Raleigh
Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Crabtree
I am thankful for having stayed at this hotel. I was participating to a conference 8 minutes away by car and I realized how convenient the location of the Embassy hotel was instead of the one of my conference. I loved how breakfast was served from 6-9 during weekdays, but I would have preferred at ...
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Best Western Plus Raleigh Crabtree Valley Hotel
Absolutely disgusting. There was mold everywhere and they didn’t even try to clean the room properly.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley
Although most of our stay was pleasant, it only takes one person to ruin an otherwise good experience. A couple of small things stood out when we arrived. When I went to use the gym, there was no hand cleaner available. I mentioned it to the person at the front desk, but it didn’t seem to concern ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Candlewood Suites Raleigh Crabtree by IHG
Upon arrival the guest service was superb. They were fast, friendly and informative. My room was clean, very spacious and comfortable. I was actually surprised at the standard fridge and all of the cabinet space.. not to mention the two burners. The bathroom is stocked with Dove products!! The bed ...
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Suburban Studios Raleigh - Crabtree Valley
Staff was nice and helpful. Easy check in, room was clean I had no issues
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Raleigh-Durham Airport, NC
The internet is a bit janky, but the hotel is great. The only issue I had was the complimentary airport shuttle doesn’t start until 4:30 am and I had a 5:00 am boarding time. Had to order a $38 Uber for a 2 mile ride to the airport. Ughhh!
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northwest Raleigh
Crabtree Valley
You'll love the popular shops in Crabtree Valley, and you might want to stick around to check out Crabtree Valley Mall, a top place to visit.
Midtown Raleigh
While visiting Midtown Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like North Hills Shopping Center and Village District.
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.
University Park
If you're spending some time in University Park, Raleigh Rose Garden and Raleigh Little Theater are top sights worth seeing.
Five Points
While Five Points isn't home to many top sights, Village District and North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences are some notable places to visit nearby.
North Raleigh
While visiting North Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Durant Nature Preserve and Lafayette Village.
