What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in Durham?

A motel is a good option if you're gearing up to road-trip around Durham. These getaways are usually located close to major roads and airports, offer on-site parking and have basic amenities and services. Spend your stay at a 3-star hotel and you'll be more centrally located. With a wider choice of rooms and welcome conveniences like a gym, lobby and business facilities, you can expect to pay extra for hotel lodgings.

Are there any 3-star hotels with free breakfast in Durham?

Stay on budget at one of our 3-star hotels with complimentary breakfast in Durham. Roll out of bed and grab a coffee or juice at Residence Inn Durham McPherson/Duke University Medical Cntr , which comes with a terrace and a swimming pool. Home2 Suites by Hilton Durham Chapel Hill is another escape that provides your morning drinks and snacks without an extra fee.

Do any 3-star hotels in Durham have a pool?

Get set for some poolside relaxation and fun at Aloft Durham Downtown . Or switch from sightseeing to kicking back by the water at Unscripted Durham . Both these 3-star getaways with pools are located in Durham, where the summer months are June, July and August. Average temperatures range from 21ºC at night to 33ºC during the day in July, the warmest time of year.

What 3-star hotels in Durham have an on-site restaurant?

Book a room in one of our Durham escapes with an on-site restaurant and you won't have to venture far beyond your room when you're craving a bite to eat. Unscripted Durham and Durham Marriott City Centre are two 3-star properties with this convenience on the menu. The first also comes with amenities such as pool sun loungers and a firepit, while the second includes free use of a nearby fitness centre and a terrace.

Do any 3-star hotels in Durham have WiFi?

Take advantage of the WiFi at Aloft Durham Downtown and easily upload all your stunning pictures of Durham. Durham Marriott City Centre is another 3-star hotel where you'll be able to get connected during your break. WiFi may be included in the room rate or offered for a supplementary charge, so check before you book.

What 3-star hotels in Durham have parking?

Spend more time kicking back and less time searching for a spot for your car at a 3-star hotel with parking. Unscripted Durham and Aloft Durham Downtown are popular picks in Durham. Searching for some sightseeing adventures away from the city? Buckle up and explore. North Carolina Zoo and North Carolina Aviation Museum are favourite day trip options from central Durham.

Do any 3-star hotels in Durham have rooms with a kitchenette?

Prepare quick snacks and meals in your kitchenette at Home2 Suites by Hilton Durham Chapel Hill . Also featuring premium bedding and pool sun loungers, this 3-star option is a great choice if you're staying in Durham for a while and looking for some home comforts. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham Chapel Hill also has a space to cook. Other conveniences here include a swimming pool and a pillowtop mattress.

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Unscripted Durham, around 0.16 kilometres north of downtown Durham, is an Expedia guest favourite. A firepit and a rooftop terrace are among its amenities. Durham Marriott City Centre is another 3-star hotel recommended by travellers. It features a terrace and a cafe, and is approximately 0.16 kilometres north of the city centre.

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The main difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in Durham will be the level of service and availability of creature comforts. Three-star hotels are usually more affordable and include the amenities and services required to be comfortable, such as breakfast, a gym and WiFi. You can look forward to a little bit more at a 4-star hotel — think upmarket décor, luxury bathroom products and extras like spa centres.

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