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Our top choices for North Carolina State Fairgrounds hotels

Exterior

Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary

Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary
3.0 star property
Southwest Raleigh, 2.5 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,466 reviews)
"The staff was amazing and the breakfast very good!"
United States
Magali
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express And Suites Raleigh West Lenovo Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Express And Suites Raleigh West Lenovo Center by IHG
3.0 star property
Southwest Raleigh, 3 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (169 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Reyna
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Raleigh West Lenovo Center by IHG
Lobby

Four Points by Sheraton Raleigh Arena

Four Points by Sheraton Raleigh Arena
3.0 star property
Southwest Raleigh, 1.4 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Very clean and modern hotel. Nice place to stay and room was very large."
United States
Michelle
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Four Points by Sheraton Raleigh Arena
Terrace/patio

Home2 Suites by Hilton Raleigh West Lenovo Center

Home2 Suites by Hilton Raleigh West Lenovo Center
3.0 star property
Southwest Raleigh, 2.9 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (380 reviews)
"King suite was spacious and the bed was comfortable! Staff was friendly and helpful."
United States
Jayme
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Home2 Suites by Hilton Raleigh West Lenovo Center
Garden

Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh

Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh
2.0 star property
Southwest Raleigh, 0.8 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,463 reviews)
"Would visit again"
United States
Robert
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh
Dining

Holiday Inn Express & Suites RALEIGH WEST - LENOVO CENTER by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites RALEIGH WEST - LENOVO CENTER by IHG
2.0 star property
Southwest Raleigh, 3 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds
Holiday Inn Express & Suites RALEIGH WEST - LENOVO CENTER by IHG
Restaurant

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Raleigh-University Area

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Raleigh-University Area
3.0 star property
Southwest Raleigh, 4.5 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (123 reviews)
"Clean, convenient and will stay there again!"
United States
Timothy
The price is €128
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Raleigh-University Area
Front of property

Guest House Raleigh

Guest House Raleigh
3.5 star property
Downtown Raleigh, 7.3 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (130 reviews)
"The guest house is incredibly special. So beautiful — one of the nicest Airbnb like hotels I’ve ever stayed in. It was a tiny bit creepy for me because I’m pretty sure I was the only one in the house that night so I would caution solo travelers about that. But if you were going with a couple of friends, it would be perfection!"
United States
Leslie
The price is €175
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Guest House Raleigh
Courtyard

The Longleaf Hotel

The Longleaf Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Raleigh, 6.3 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,153 reviews)
"Great place to stay!!!!"
United States
Christopher
The price is €144
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
The Longleaf Hotel
Lobby

Tempo By Hilton Raleigh Downtown

Tempo By Hilton Raleigh Downtown
2.0 star property
Downtown Raleigh, 6.5 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
Tempo By Hilton Raleigh Downtown
Free daily buffet breakfast

Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh Cary I-40

Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh Cary I-40
3.0 star property
4.5 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"It is a great place for families. The breakfast was fantastic. We will definitely stay here again."
United States
Jessica
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh Cary I-40
Lobby sitting area

Hive House

Hive House
3.0 star property
5 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (158 reviews)
"Great place to stay in Cary!"
United States
Cameron
The price is €153
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Hive House
Terrace/patio

Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Midtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Midtown
2.5 star property
North Hills, 8.8 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (809 reviews)
"Great location, good hotel"
United States
Kartik
The price is €141
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Midtown
2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar, cocktail bar

Hyatt House Raleigh Downtown/Seaboard Station

Hyatt House Raleigh Downtown/Seaboard Station
3.5 star property
Downtown Raleigh, 6.5 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Jessie
The price is €173
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Hyatt House Raleigh Downtown/Seaboard Station
Restaurant

Tempo By Hilton Raleigh Downtown

Tempo By Hilton Raleigh Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Raleigh, 6.5 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (398 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Nana
The price is €194
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Tempo By Hilton Raleigh Downtown
Breakfast and dinner served

Residence Inn by Marriott Raleigh Downtown

Residence Inn by Marriott Raleigh Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Raleigh, 6.8 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (749 reviews)
"Friendly staff Knowledgeable staff Clean and neat Great breakfast Easy parking Nice room"
United States
Ferdinand B
The price is €192
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Residence Inn by Marriott Raleigh Downtown
Sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments, aromatherapy

The Umstead Hotel and Spa

The Umstead Hotel and Spa
5.0 star property
6.3 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (795 reviews)
"The hotel is beautiful - the staff are very friendly and always ready to assist - we will definitely stay again"
United States
Jennifer
The price is €404
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
The Umstead Hotel and Spa
Lobby

Hilton Garden Inn Raleigh /Crabtree Valley

Hilton Garden Inn Raleigh /Crabtree Valley
3.5 star property
North Hills, 5.6 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Booked here for a quick personal getaway and loved every minute of it. Exceptional service, location, amenities, and property."
United States
Essence
The price is €128
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Hilton Garden Inn Raleigh /Crabtree Valley
Lobby

Residence Inn By Marriott Cary Raleigh

Residence Inn By Marriott Cary Raleigh
3.0 star property
10.2 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"Hotel was great clean and everythingnew, lovely location close to everything"
United States
Harold
The price is €150
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Residence Inn By Marriott Cary Raleigh
Restaurant

Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Cary Lenovo Center

Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Cary Lenovo Center
2.5 star property
3.5 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay, helpful staff"
United States
Nancy
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Cary Lenovo Center
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Compare popular hotels close to North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Exterior
Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,466 reviews
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Exterior
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Raleigh West Lenovo Center by IHG
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
169 reviews
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Lobby
Four Points by Sheraton Raleigh Arena
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,006 reviews
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Terrace/patio
Home2 Suites by Hilton Raleigh West Lenovo Center
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
380 reviews
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Garden
Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh
2.0 star property
8.2
Very good
1,463 reviews
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Top North Carolina State Fairgrounds Hotel Reviews

3BR Sleeps 10 w/King Beds, Artful Design & Central

3BR Sleeps 10 w/King Beds, Artful Design & Central

10/10 Excellent
"The first time the photos actually match the property! The unit was s absolutely beautiful and spotless!, I truly appreciated the beautiful artwork here as well as the positive energy here! They literally thought of everything a guest would need from start to finish! I can’t say enough about this property. There was an issue with the lock box due to a power outage but I contacted the Jesse and he immediately responded and took care of it. We come here often and finally found an property that we would stay at again! Thank you for such an enjoyable stay! Keep doing what you do! We highly recommend this property!"
Angela B. 8-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
3BR Sleeps 10 w/King Beds, Artful Design & Central

Hotels near other North Carolina State Fairgrounds attractions

A wooden pergola over a gravel path in a garden with various plants and trees.
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J.C. Raulston Arboretum

Explore the great outdoors at J.C. Raulston Arboretum, a lovely green space in Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around North Carolina State Fairgrounds?
North Carolina State Fairgrounds is located in a scenic area of Raleigh that travellers like for its sporting events and art scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 31 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to North Carolina State Fairgrounds?
Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from North Carolina State Fairgrounds. Another good option is Four Points by Sheraton Raleigh Arena, located just 0.8 mi (1.4 km) away.
How many hotels will I be able to find near North Carolina State Fairgrounds?
Expedia has 31 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from North Carolina State Fairgrounds.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near North Carolina State Fairgrounds, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals near North Carolina State Fairgrounds.
What can I see and do near North Carolina State Fairgrounds?
You'll want to browse the collections at North Carolina Museum of Art, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and Joel Lane Museum House. Sights like Raleigh Little Theater, North Carolina Executive Mansion and Mordecai Historic Park are must-sees while exploring the area. You can check out the local talent at Red Hat Amphitheater, North Carolina Theatre and Theatre in the Park.