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Our top choices for Downtown Durham hotels

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Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt

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, (1002)
"Staff was nice, room was large and very clean, location was excellent"
United States
Janice
The price is NZ$278
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt
Property amenity
Aloft Durham Downtown

Aloft Durham Downtown

Aloft Durham Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (731)
"Very friendly staff, very clean and convenient location"
United States
Robert
The price is NZ$317
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Aloft Durham Downtown
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast (USD 19.95 per person)
Durham Marriott City Center

Durham Marriott City Center

Durham Marriott City Center
3.5 star property
Downtown Durham
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (824)
"The room was clean. The staff was very helpful and the food was good. "
United States
Tia
The price is NZ$250
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Durham Marriott City Center
Courtyard
Residence Inn Durham McPherson/Duke University Medical Cntr

Residence Inn Durham McPherson/Duke University Medical Cntr

Residence Inn Durham McPherson/Duke University Medical Cntr
3.0 star property
Downtown Durham
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (460)
"Hotel was great - very friendly staff."
United States
Lisa
The price is NZ$262
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
Residence Inn Durham McPherson/Duke University Medical Cntr
Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
The Durham Hotel

The Durham Hotel

The Durham Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (641)
"Great stay. Very nice boutique hotel. "
United States
nadav
The price is NZ$364
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
The Durham Hotel
Interior entrance
21c Museum Hotel Durham

21c Museum Hotel Durham

21c Museum Hotel Durham
4.0 star property
Downtown Durham
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Amazing staff, comfortable rooms, best shower, convenient location. "
United States
Lauren
The price is NZ$323
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
21c Museum Hotel Durham
Front of property
Millennium Durham

Millennium Durham

Millennium Durham
3.0 star property
4.7 km from Downtown Durham
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1005)
"The room was clean and the staff helpful and friendly."
United States
Cheryl
The price is NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Millennium Durham
Terrace/patio
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham City View

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, (455)
"Yess the room was spotless and clean the check in was smooth "
United States
Vonisha
The price is NZ$203
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham City View
Lobby
Aloft Chapel Hill

Aloft Chapel Hill

Aloft Chapel Hill
3.0 star property
14.7 km from Downtown Durham
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Hotel was clean and convenient. Nice staff "
United States
Michael
The price is NZ$203
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Aloft Chapel Hill
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Hilton Durham near Duke University

Hilton Durham near Duke University

Hilton Durham near Duke University
3.5 star property
5.9 km from Downtown Durham
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1005)
"Great stay"
United States
Daniel
The price is NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Hilton Durham near Duke University
Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Comfort Inn & Suites Durham near Duke University

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, (1005)
"Friendly staff, clean room, nice breakfast"
United States
Jessica
The price is NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Durham near Duke University
Property grounds
Rizzo Center, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel

Rizzo Center, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel

Rizzo Center, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel
4.0 star property
13.3 km from Downtown Durham
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Friendly staff, beautiful grounds to explore and excellent accommodations."
United States
Jason
The price is NZ$278
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Rizzo Center, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel
Meeting facility
AC Hotel by Marriott Chapel Hill Downtown

AC Hotel by Marriott Chapel Hill Downtown

AC Hotel by Marriott Chapel Hill Downtown
3.0 star property
16.8 km from Downtown Durham
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Great staff, perfect location in town and near campus, and nice food options in hotel made this a good experience. "
United States
Bryan
The price is NZ$247
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
AC Hotel by Marriott Chapel Hill Downtown
Reception
Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center

Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center

Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center
2.5 star property
5.4 km from Downtown Durham
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (399)
"Great breakfast, clean rooms and beds "
United States
Fabiola B
The price is NZ$223
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center
Lobby sitting area
Hyatt Place Chapel Hill / Southern Village

Hyatt Place Chapel Hill / Southern Village

Hyatt Place Chapel Hill / Southern Village
3.0 star property
19.2 km from Downtown Durham
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Clean room Great staff Excellent location Pretty lobby "
United States
Nadya
The price is NZ$219
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Hyatt Place Chapel Hill / Southern Village
Exterior
DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham
4.0 star property
9.7 km from Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"Staff was excellent "
United States
Raja
The price is NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham
Snack bar
Tru by Hilton Chapel Hill

Tru by Hilton Chapel Hill

Tru by Hilton Chapel Hill
2.5 star property
12.3 km from Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (690)
"Very nice hotel"
United States
Rachel
The price is NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Tru by Hilton Chapel Hill
Exterior
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham Chapel Hill

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham Chapel Hill

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham Chapel Hill
3.0 star property
9.5 km from Downtown Durham
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"I would stay there again if I was in the area! "
United States
Deborah
The price is NZ$213
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham Chapel Hill
Indoor pool
Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club

Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club

Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club
4.0 star property
4.1 km from Downtown Durham
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Everything fabulous!"
United States
Terri
The price is NZ$310
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club
Free buffet breakfast
Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG

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, (956)
"Room was great"
United States
Barbara
The price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Durham

Find the best Downtown Durham areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown Raleigh

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

North Hills

North Hills is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by North Hills Shopping Center and Lassiter Mill Historic Park while in the area.

Southwest Raleigh

While visiting Southwest Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like J.C. Raulston Arboretum and J.S. Dorton Arena.

North Raleigh

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

Midtown Raleigh

While visiting Midtown Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Lassiter Mill Historic Park and North Hills Shopping Center.

Top Downtown Durham Hotel Reviews

Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Crabtree

Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Crabtree

10/10 Excellent
"My experience was awesome from my check in until my check out. The young man who checked us in, Jaylen Pulley, was awesome. He was very helpful and made the check process seamless. The room was great. It definitely met the needs of our group. Having the 530 to 730 happy hour was great as well. Really allowed us to start our evening off with a bang."
latonja 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Crabtree

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 Expedia customer reviews, Residence Inn Durham McPherson/Duke University Medical Cntr is the highest ranked property in Downtown Durham. This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Duke University, and it offers free breakfast and in-room kitchens. Other favourite options in the area include The Durham Hotel and Durham Marriott City Center.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown Durham?
Expedia has 56 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?
Attractions such as Carolina Theatre, Durham Performing Arts Center and African American Dance Ensemble highlight Durham's cultural scene. You could also plan a visit to American Tobacco Campus or Durham Bulls Athletic Park while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Durham include North Carolina Mutual Life Insurance, Scarborough House and Fullsteam Brewery. While you're out sightseeing in Durham, make sure that you visit other sights such as Brightleaf Square or Manbites Dog Theater.
How can I get around Downtown Durham and the greater Durham area?
To venture out of town, take a train from Durham Station.