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Our top choices for Downtown Durham hotels

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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, (1,002 reviews)
"We cant wait for our next visit."
United States
Tammy
The price is €123
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt
Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

2. Durham Marriott City Center

Durham Marriott City Center
3.5 star property
Downtown Durham
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (868 reviews)
"Very comfortable accommodations and a great staff"
United States
Nancy
The price is €143
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Durham Marriott City Center
Interior entrance

3. 21c Museum Hotel Durham

21c Museum Hotel Durham
4.0 star property
Downtown Durham
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice room and staff."
United States
James
The price is €164
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
21c Museum Hotel Durham
Outdoor dining

4. The Durham Hotel

The Durham Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (729 reviews)
"Clean hotel, friendly staff. Great location"
United States
Laura
The price is €185
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
The Durham Hotel
Front of property

5. Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (767 reviews)
"Great place great location"
United States
Lucas
The price is €177
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown
House

6. 2 Bedroom Apartment with Large Patio, Hammocks

2 Bedroom Apartment with Large Patio, Hammocks
2.0 star property
Downtown Durham
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1 review)
The price is €285
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
2 Bedroom Apartment with Large Patio, Hammocks
Exterior

7. 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, (543 reviews)
"The property was new and clean. Breakfast was great"
United States
Jacquin
The price is €127
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham City View
Free daily buffet breakfast

8. 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)
"The room was very clean and the staff was amazing. I would stay here again."
United States
Rebecca
The price is €117
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Hampton Inn & Suites Durham/North I-85
Free buffet breakfast

9. 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)
"Great stay ."
United States
Ignacio
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG
Lobby sitting area

10. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice stay"
United States
Rhonda
The price is €128
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul
The Lodge at Duke Medical Center
Hallway

11. 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, (1,005 reviews)
"The staff is always friendly and helpful each time we have stayed."
United States
Becky
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

12. 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, (1,072 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
LILIANA
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Comfort Inn & Suites Durham near Duke University
Terrace/patio

13. 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)
"Was a great stay!"
United States
Patricia
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham
Lobby

14. 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, (1,935 reviews)
"This Hotel was clean, affordable, and the Staff was professional!"
United States
Annette
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill
Reception

15. 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)
"Lovely stay!"
United States
Brie
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Hilton Durham near Duke University
Garden

16. Millennium Hotel Durham

Millennium Hotel Durham
3.0 star property
4.7 km from Downtown Durham
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,032 reviews)
"Great property"
United States
james
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
25 Jul - 26 Jul
Millennium Hotel Durham
Terrace/patio

17. 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, (516 reviews)
"Best hotel we’ve stayed at as a family. Very family-friendly and amazing breakfast!!"
United States
Allison
The price is €129
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center
BBQ/picnic Area

18. 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, (1,005 reviews)
"We had a great stay."
United States
Marvin
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown
Breakfast and dinner served

19. Hilton Garden Inn Durham Southpoint

Hilton Garden Inn Durham Southpoint
3.0 star property
11 km from Downtown Durham
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (859 reviews)
"Love this place!"
United States
onjaleka
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Hilton Garden Inn Durham Southpoint
Exterior

20. JB Duke Hotel

JB Duke Hotel
4.0 star property
4 km from Downtown Durham
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (669 reviews)
"Always very welcoming when I bring my dog. Friendly staff and clean room."
United States
Bailie
The price is €188
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
JB Duke Hotel
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Durham

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Outdoor dining
The Durham Hotel
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
729 reviews
View
Front of property
Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
767 reviews
View
Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk
Durham Marriott City Center
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
868 reviews
View
Interior entrance
21c Museum Hotel Durham
4.0 star property
8.4
Very good
1,001 reviews
View
Balcony view
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt
3.5 star property
8.2
Very good
1,002 reviews
View

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.

Midtown Raleigh

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

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Photo by Sandeep Somasekharan
Open Photo by Sandeep Somasekharan

North Raleigh

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

Top Downtown Durham Hotel Reviews

Millennium Hotel Durham

Millennium Hotel Durham

8/10 Good
"Very courteous and accommodating"
Lovnisha 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Millennium Hotel Durham

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 is a short 5-minute walk from Durham Performing Arts Center, and it offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. 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.