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Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt

3.5 star property
Downtown Durham's artistic heart welcomes travelers with morning coffee rituals and evening drinks against a cityscape backdrop from a scenic rooftop perch

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Unscripted Durham, part of JDV by Hyatt, is in downtown's creative district. Guests enjoy drinks at the poolside bar and city views from the rooftop terrace. The seasonal pool area has sun loungers for relaxation, and free WiFi keeps everyone connected during their stay.
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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is NZ$263
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb

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Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Wardrobe
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Interior)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Wardrobe
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Balcony view

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Wardrobe
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed (Interior)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Wardrobe
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, City View, Corner

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Wardrobe
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Balcony view

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, City View (WITH ROLL-IN SHOWER)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Roll-in Shower (Interior)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Sofa bed - twin
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Located in Durham, Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt is in the city centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a match? See what's going on at Durham Bulls Athletic Park or Cameron Indoor Stadium.
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202 N Corcoran St, Durham, NC, 27701

What's nearby

  • Durham Performing Arts Center - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Durham Convention Center - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Carolina Theatre - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Durham Bulls Athletic Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Duke University - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 6 min walk
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Daily Beer Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Luna Rotisserie & Empanadas - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Velvet Hippo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bad Machines - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ninth Street Bakery - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt

Hotel near Durham Convention Center
Located close to Durham Performing Arts Center and Durham Bulls Athletic Park, Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt provides a poolside bar, a corner/local shop and a rooftop terrace. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a firepit and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and a TV in reception
  • Free newspapers, concierge services and smoke-free property
  • Wedding services, a front desk safe and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and walkable location
Room features
All 74 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Parking on site (USD 25 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to noon on weekends; USD 10 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
It is Hyatt's practice to enter any occupied guestroom a minimum of once within a 24-hour period, even if a guest has requested privacy; appropriate efforts are made to provide advance notice to the registered guest before entering an occupied guestroom
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday:
  • Restaurant

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 45, per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 45.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 18 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 17.01 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Fitness centre access
  • Health club access
  • In-room bottled water
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 30 per person
  • Self-parking fee: USD 25 per night
  • Pet deposit: USD 45.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 45 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Facilities fee: USD 17.01 per accommodation, per night and includes use of: swimming pool; fitness facilities

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from June to November
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Unscripted Durham Hotel
Unscripted Hotel
Unscripted

Frequently asked questions

Does Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt?

As of 16 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt on 2 Feb 2026 start from NZ$233.13, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 18 kg per pet. There's a deposit of USD 45.00 per stay and a fee of USD 45 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt?

Self-parking is available for USD 25 per night.

What time is check-in at Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt located?

Located in Downtown Durham, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Durham Convention Center, Durham Performing Arts Center and Durham Bulls Athletic Park. Duke University and North Carolina Central University are also within 2 mi (3 km). Durham Station is 6 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 513 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 234 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice, room was large and very clean, location was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was absolutely wonderful .. front desk young man upon arrival was very very helpful! He is a great person and deserves to be recognized as a wonderful lead for customer service and I’m so sorry I can’t remember his name but he was absolutely lovely
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The door lock was broken and they issued us a new room. They also upgraded us for free because of availability. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
I enjoyed my stay, rooms were clean , property is well kept but it’s definitely a remodeled motel with good decor.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrific location, beautiful pool area, and very friendly staff!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cool hotel, great thai restaurant around the corner. I wouldn't waste my time to visit Durham unless I had to go.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice receptionist staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location. Very cool atmosphere. We were there for an art event and it was loud in the area. If you are looking for a quiet stay - this is not it. But if you are looking for a fun, upbeat atmosphere - book it now!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was walkable to Bulls stadium. Bed was very comfortable. Liked the retro theme of hotel . Staff was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff were the best!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raquel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

SHANIKA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at Unscripted Durham for one night while in town for the Chris Brown concert. Overall, it was a clean, comfortable and simple stay. The location is definitely a plus. It’s within walking distance to restaurants and coffee shops, which made it really convenient. Parking is $25 per night, but you do get unlimited in-and-out access, so that was nice. The room itself was pretty basic but did exactly what it needed to do for a short stay. Nothing overly fancy, but comfortable and clean. Would I stay here again? Yes, especially for a quick trip or concert weekend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Room was clean when I arrived but staff quickly took care of it for me and within an hour I was checked in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room (201) was comfortable, clean and had nice natural lighting. The spacious bathroom and products were much appreciated. The hotel lobby could use a refresh as it didn’t match the light and brightness of the room. The garage could use a serious power wash and a repaint but it was explained to us that the garage was a separate operator from the hotel. The hotel’s central location can’t be beat.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot to stay if you’re going to a show at the Carolina Theater or DPAC. Both of the night time bartenders were great. We also really enjoyed the DJ.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fun little Hotel.

Fun little hotel. Geared more towards adults. Lobby turned into a night club. Pool area nice but trying to hard to be resort with a pool area that small. I liked the views, location, and style of hotel. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

J.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was easy to check in and out of. The room was very comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Very friendly staff and very convenient to DPAC. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super helpful staff,
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and lots of restaurants and activities nearby. However, I had booked a king room a couple of months ago, but when we checked in, I was told they were sold out and so they offered a queen room with no other options. We still had to pay $25 for parking and he offered a drink to make up for it. Then, there was only a partial roll of toilet paper in the room and didn’t realize this until settled in and refrigerator wasn’t plugged in so we had to plug it in and wait for it to cool but had cold drinks we needed to put in it. We could have called and had them deal with it and bring more supplies, but when you are paying over$300/night you expect the room to be ready and functional.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are amazing ... best place to stay in durham ... 5 stars all round
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyra

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really like the pool in the view in this hotel is very convenient if you wanna walk around the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is a well done retro reno place. It is a former old-fashioned motel with rooms surrounding the outdoor pool. There are lots of great eateries and it is a very convenient walk to DPAC. The property has lots of amenities, including yoga, room service and a poolside bar. The only downside to this is that there was a dj at the pool during the afternoon, and it was so loud that, even with our door closed and pillows over our heads, we couldn't block out the sound. However, it did make for a very communal atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jingtong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, friendly staffs
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In a cute area of town. It was easy to find and had some cute shops nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024