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Our top choices for Downtown Durham hotels

A rooftop pool area with red umbrellas, white lounge chairs, and a view of a tall building in the background.

1. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and very kind and helpful staff!"
United States
Eric
The price is €125
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt
A modern elevator lobby with marble walls, a bench, and a central elevator with a colorful door.

2. 21c Museum Hotel Durham

21c Museum Hotel Durham
4.0 star property
Downtown Durham
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"unreal stay!"
United States
Will
The price is €136
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
21c Museum Hotel Durham
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, (880 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay"
United States
Donald
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Durham Marriott City Center
A hotel entrance with a modern design, glass doors, and a colorful ceiling.

4. Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (772 reviews)
"Large room, very convenient location."
United States
Kathleen
The price is €166
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown
An outdoor cafe with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a bicycle parked nearby.

5. The Durham Hotel

The Durham Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (758 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Kweku
The price is €182
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
The Durham Hotel
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, (574 reviews)
"Convenient location, clean, nice staff and decent breakfast"
United States
Dominique
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
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, (1,002 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean room and excellent breakfast. Great location"
United States
elizabeth
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Hampton Inn & Suites Durham/North I-85
A hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and artwork on the walls.

8. 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, (1,006 reviews)
"Nice breakfast"
United States
Edriss
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG
A lobby with a green sofa, yellow chairs, a coffee table with drinks, and a window with plants.

9. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean and comfortable room."
United States
Hal
The price is €143
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center
An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit surrounded by wicker furniture and a large window overlooking the building.

10. 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, (1,012 reviews)
"Comfortable stay."
United States
MIRANDA
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, a coffee machine, and a trash bin.

11. 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, (1,123 reviews)
"That is a good hotel to stay"
United States
Ngoc
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Comfort Inn & Suites Durham near Duke University
A modern interior with a fireplace, two leather chairs, a round table, and a patterned rug.

12. The Lodge at Duke Medical Center

The Lodge at Duke Medical Center
3.0 star property
3.4 km from Downtown Durham
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Convenient location, clean room, parking and helpful staff."
United States
angelique
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
The Lodge at Duke Medical Center
A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window with curtains.

13. 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, (1,966 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
John
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill
A modern hotel reception area with two wooden reception desks, a large digital display wall, and a seating area with chairs.

14. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice hotel."
United States
Kathryn
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Hilton Durham near Duke University
An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and a fire pit, adjacent to a modern building with large windows.

15. JB Duke Hotel

JB Duke Hotel
4.0 star property
4 km from Downtown Durham
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (696 reviews)
"Simply fantastic…Love staying at the JB Duke, so classy!"
United States
denise
The price is €146
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
JB Duke Hotel
A long, narrow hallway with dark walls and wooden flooring.

16. University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center

University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center
2.0 star property
3.4 km from Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean , convenient location, and friendly staff."
United States
Franko
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center
A waterfall cascading over irregularly shaped rocks into a pond, surrounded by lush greenery and a building in the background.

17. Millennium Hotel Durham

Millennium Hotel Durham
3.0 star property
4.7 km from Downtown Durham
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,068 reviews)
"An amazing property. The most comfortable beds and blankets I have come across in the U.S."
United States
Timothy
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Millennium Hotel Durham
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a bar area, and a dining space.

18. AC Hotel Durham

AC Hotel Durham
3.0 star property
4.2 km from Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (697 reviews)
"Nice hotel within walking distance to the hospital"
United States
Custom Fitness LLC.
The price is €144
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
AC Hotel Durham
A stone fire pit surrounded by striped chairs and tables in an outdoor lounge area with a view of a building in the background.

19. 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, (550 reviews)
"The breakfast is good and the staffs are nice."
United States
Maggie
The price is €119
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center
An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a large umbrella, a fire feature, and a view of the interior through glass walls.

20. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham
4.0 star property
9.7 km from Downtown Durham
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice maintained property"
United States
Victoria
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham
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Where to stay in Downtown Durham

Find the best Downtown Durham areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A city street lined with tall buildings, including a prominent glass skyscraper and a historic building with a clock tower.
Photo by Josh Emberger
Open Photo by Josh Emberger

Downtown Raleigh

If you're spending some time in Downtown Raleigh, Marbles Kids Museums and North Carolina State Capitol are top sights worth seeing.

A cityscape with modern buildings, a green park, and a clear blue sky.

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.

A multi-tiered waterfall with moss-covered rocks and a wooden bridge.
Photo by Anthony Husband
Open Photo by Anthony Husband

Southwest Raleigh

While visiting Southwest Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Johnson and J.C. Raulston Arboretum.

A large stone building with columns, surrounded by autumn-colored trees and a clear sky.

Midtown Raleigh

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

A tree with yellow leaves in a forest.
Photo by Sandeep Somasekharan
Open Photo by Sandeep Somasekharan

North Raleigh

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

Top Downtown Durham Hotel Reviews

Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown

Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown

10/10 Excellent
"Comfortable stay."
MIRANDA 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown

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 60 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.