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Our top choices for North Carolina State Fairgrounds hotels

A Hyatt Place hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a parking lot in front.

1. 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, (1,506 reviews)
"Very clean hotel with all amenities you could need! Great stay!"
United States
Zoe
The price is NZ$246
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a well-lit entrance and landscaped surroundings.

2. 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, (259 reviews)
"Everything was great!!"
United States
Monikca
The price is NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Raleigh West Lenovo Center by IHG
An outdoor patio with a fire pit, yellow chairs, and colorful seating.

3. 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, (416 reviews)
"I loved it and will stay there again!"
United States
Kelly
The price is NZ$224
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Home2 Suites by Hilton Raleigh West Lenovo Center
A modern living room with a kitchen area, featuring a leather sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

4. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Very spacious. location very close to Lenovo Center where we watched concert"
United States
Ella
The price is NZ$214
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Four Points by Sheraton Raleigh Arena
A gazebo with a brick building in the background, featuring outdoor seating and a brick wall.

5. 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, (1,557 reviews)
"As always we love staying here."
United States
Robin
The price is NZ$172
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh
A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a television screen.

6. 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, (141 reviews)
"very good breakfast"
United States
STAUROS
The price is NZ$208
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Raleigh-University Area
A spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, comfortable seating, and large windows.

7. Residence Inn By Marriott Cary Raleigh

Residence Inn By Marriott Cary Raleigh
3.0 star property
10.2 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (35 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Lynn
The price is NZ$275
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Residence Inn By Marriott Cary Raleigh
A buffet area with various food options, a coffee station, and a glass partition.

8. 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)
"One of the best hotels I’ve been to. The front desk lady was amazing as well made us feel right at home."
United States
Noel
The price is NZ$251
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh Cary I-40
An outdoor patio with seating, a fire feature, and a view of a cityscape.

9. 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, (1,172 reviews)
"Quaint hotel. Staff was very friendly. We loved our stay!"
United States
Lawrence
The price is NZ$258
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The Longleaf Hotel
A two-story house with a front porch, a central staircase, and a brick foundation.

10. 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, (147 reviews)
"Lovely place, convenient to great restaurants, entertainment venues and many places to have a great time."
United States
Lisa
The price is NZ$377
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Guest House Raleigh
An outdoor patio with stone flooring, yellow and gray patterned sofas, a round table, and string lights.

11. 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, (1,003 reviews)
"This place was great!"
United States
Kaylee
The price is NZ$234
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Raleigh /Crabtree Valley
A modern bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a view of the city.

12. 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
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (794 reviews)
"Was a great location. Great room and easy access to many things downtown."
United States
Cami
The price is NZ$346
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott Raleigh Downtown
An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a blue and grey tiled floor, and a view of a parked car outside.

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Raleigh Cary

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Raleigh Cary
3.0 star property
5 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent service"
United States
Sheela
The price is NZ$232
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Raleigh Cary
A clear indoor swimming pool with a tiled edge, a bench area, and a towel return station.

14. DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh - Cary

DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh - Cary
4.0 star property
4.8 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great hotel for exploring Cary! Location, quality of room and staff were all excellent."
United States
Gregory
The price is NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh - Cary
A spacious bar area with a stone fireplace, multiple seating arrangements, and a television.

15. 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"
United States
Renee
The price is NZ$217
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Cary Lenovo Center
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

16. SpringHill Suites Raleigh Cary

SpringHill Suites Raleigh Cary
3.0 star property
4.9 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,012 reviews)
"Very clean and all the staff were very nice and professional"
United States
Fidel
The price is NZ$241
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
SpringHill Suites Raleigh Cary
An outdoor seating area with a view of a sunset over a forested area.

17. 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, (854 reviews)
"Fantastic quick trip away!"
United States
Sinisa
The price is NZ$754
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
The Umstead Hotel and Spa
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture and a stone fireplace, surrounded by a building with multiple windows and a covered walkway.

18. Courtyard by Marriott Raleigh Cary Crossroads

Courtyard by Marriott Raleigh Cary Crossroads
3.0 star property
5.3 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (333 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Edward
The price is NZ$232
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Raleigh Cary Crossroads
An outdoor patio area with seating, a fire feature, and string lights.

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Midtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Midtown
3.0 star property
North Hills, 8.8 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (854 reviews)
"The hotel was very clean and the staff was very courteous upon entry. They made sure my stay was comfortable! Would stay here again."
United States
Kynara
The price is NZ$285
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Midtown
A breakfast bar with a variety of food options, including cereal, fruit, and yogurt.

20. Holiday Inn Express Raleigh Durham Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Raleigh Durham Airport by IHG
2.5 star property
12 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Overall good stay. Just 1 night for business neat airport. Good breakfast and comfy beds."
United States
FERNANDO
The price is NZ$204
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Raleigh Durham Airport by IHG
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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
A Hyatt Place hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a parking lot in front.
Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,506 reviews
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A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a well-lit entrance and landscaped surroundings.
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Raleigh West Lenovo Center by IHG
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
259 reviews
View
An outdoor patio with a fire pit, yellow chairs, and colorful seating.
Home2 Suites by Hilton Raleigh West Lenovo Center
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
416 reviews
View
A modern living room with a kitchen area, featuring a leather sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.
Four Points by Sheraton Raleigh Arena
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View
A gazebo with a brick building in the background, featuring outdoor seating and a brick wall.
Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh
2.0 star property
8.2
Very good
1,557 reviews
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Other attractions near North Carolina State Fairgrounds

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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Top North Carolina State Fairgrounds Hotel Reviews

An outdoor patio with seating, a fire feature, and a view of a cityscape.
The Longleaf Hotel

The Longleaf Hotel

The Longleaf Hotel
Downtown Raleigh

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic location, lovely rooms and staff
Australia
Benjamin
Reviewed May 16, 2025
The Longleaf Hotel

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 32 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 32 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, Burning Coal Theatre and North Carolina Theatre.

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