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Hilton Durham near Duke University

Hilton Durham near Duke University

10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful welcome from Immaculate. She was so friendly and efficient. Room was great. In the bathroom, one of the hooks was hanging off the wall, so that needs to be fixed. Otherwise, great stay!"
Robin 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hilton Durham near Duke University

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Durham?
You may be able to find reasonable rates at these Durham accommodations, which get good reviews from our travellers: La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill - Located within a 20-minute walk of Research Triangle Park. You can take advantage of free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking at this hotel. Sonesta Select Durham Research Triangle Park - Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Wingate by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport RTP - Located within a 20-minute walk of Research Triangle Park. Property features at this hotel include free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Comfort Inn & Suites Durham near Duke University - Located within a 10-minute walk of Duke University Hospital. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities at this hotel. Hyatt Place Durham Southpoint - Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Durham?
Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 25°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 7°C. Average annual precipitation for Durham is 1318 mm.
What is there to see and do in Durham?
Depending on what interests you, you might like to explore these things around Durham. Get out into nature with places such as Sarah P. Duke Gardens, Forest Hills Park and Eno River State Park. Cultural attractions include Carolina Theatre, Durham Performing Arts Center and Museum of Life and Science. Visit landmarks such as American Tobacco Campus, Wallace Wade Stadium and Cameron Indoor Stadium.
What's the best way to get to and around Durham while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Durham on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), 10.5 mi (16.8 km) away from the city centre. When you're out and about, you might want to use public transport to get around. If you're eager to see more of the surrounding area, make your way to Durham Station to hop on a train.