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Our top choices for Downtown Durham cheap hotels

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a wooden coffee table, a small round table, a lamp, and a view of the cityscape.

1. Durham Marriott City Center

Durham Marriott City Center
3.5 star property
Downtown Durham
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (888 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay"
United States
Donald
The price is ₹12,020
₹13,643 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Durham Marriott City Center
A rooftop pool area with red umbrellas, white lounge chairs, and a view of a tall building in the background.

2. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean rooms and comfortable beds. Very convenient location."
United States
Cynthia
The price is ₹9,976
₹12,933 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt
A modern elevator lobby with marble walls, a bench, and a central elevator with a colorful door.

3. 21c Museum Hotel Durham

21c Museum Hotel Durham
4.0 star property
Downtown Durham
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Had a great stay at the 21C Museum hotel. The bar was excellent!"
United States
Gary
The price is ₹13,596
₹15,905 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
21c Museum Hotel Durham
A hotel entrance with a modern design, glass doors, and a colorful ceiling.

4. Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (781 reviews)
"The hotel is renovated and cozy and the staff made it a great stay ."
United States
Bobby
The price is ₹13,610
₹15,448 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a city view.

5. The Durham Hotel

The Durham Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (786 reviews)
"Generally we had a good experience in this hotel."
United States
Yiching
The price is ₹19,310
₹21,917 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
The Durham Hotel
A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, multiple floors, and a balcony on the second floor.

6. 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, (600 reviews)
"thin walls but nice location and staff"
United States
Jeff
The price is ₹10,389
₹11,791 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham City View
A lobby with a green sofa, yellow chairs, a coffee table with drinks, and a window with plants.

7. Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center

Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center
3.0 star property
9th Street District, 2.3 km from Downtown Durham
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean, updated rooms with good amenities and coffee. Helpful staff. Pleasant, open community spaces."
United States
Suzanne
The price is ₹11,839
₹13,437 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center
A large indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by beige tiled flooring and walls, with large windows allowing natural light.

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Durham/North I-85

Hampton Inn & Suites Durham/North I-85
2.5 star property
2.5 km from Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Staffing was great and rooms clean"
United States
Mitzie
The price is ₹11,585
₹13,149 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites Durham/North I-85
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, a coffee machine, and a trash bin.

9. 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, (1,200 reviews)
"Good room and breakfast"
United States
Robert
The price is ₹8,729
₹9,908 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Comfort Inn & Suites Durham near Duke University
A hotel lobby with green upholstered chairs, a floor lamp, and a television screen.

10. 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, (1,005 reviews)
"Good location to Duke Medical Center. Nice hotel. Breakfast was OK."
United States
Paul E.
The price is ₹9,749
₹11,065 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG
A modern interior with a fireplace, two leather chairs, a round table, and a patterned rug.

11. The Lodge at Duke Medical Center

The Lodge at Duke Medical Center
3.0 star property
3.4 km from Downtown Durham
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Close to medical center, great little hotel, and excellent staff. Have stayed a few times already, and will book again."
United States
Jeanne
The price is ₹11,857
₹13,458 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Lodge at Duke Medical Center
A modern hotel reception area with two wooden reception desks, a large digital display wall, and a seating area with chairs.

12. Hilton Durham near Duke University

Hilton Durham near Duke University
3.5 star property
5.9 km from Downtown Durham
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,022 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Thien
The price is ₹10,012
₹11,363 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hilton Durham near Duke University
A large stone building with multiple towers and windows, surrounded by a grassy area with trees.

13. Millennium Hotel Durham

Millennium Hotel Durham
3.0 star property
4.7 km from Downtown Durham
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,064 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
John
The price is ₹8,527
₹9,678 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Millennium Hotel Durham
A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a landscaped driveway, and a flagpole.

14. Hyatt Place Raleigh-Durham Airport

Hyatt Place Raleigh-Durham Airport
3.0 star property
16.6 km from Downtown Durham
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,505 reviews)
"Very close to the airport!"
United States
Gena
The price is ₹10,228
₹11,583 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hyatt Place Raleigh-Durham Airport
A modern interior with seating areas, tables, and a view of the outdoors.

15. Tru by Hilton Raleigh Durham Airport

Tru by Hilton Raleigh Durham Airport
2.5 star property
16.5 km from Downtown Durham
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay and convenient with good breakfast and great staff."
United States
Muthukumar
The price is ₹10,378
₹11,753 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Tru by Hilton Raleigh Durham Airport
A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window with curtains.

16. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill
3.0 star property
North Garrett Road, 7.2 km from Downtown Durham
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,959 reviews)
"The room was clean, staff was great"
United States
Kelly
The price is ₹7,943
₹9,015 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill
The American Tobacco building with a prominent tower and a sign reading "Lucky Strike".

17. University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center

University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center
2.0 star property
3.4 km from Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Friendly staff, decent room."
United States
Nicole
The price is ₹10,140
₹11,509 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center
An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit surrounded by wicker furniture and a large window overlooking the building.

18. Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown

Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown
3.0 star property
Croasdaile Farm Master, 4.8 km from Downtown Durham
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,013 reviews)
"Everything was pleasant during the stay."
United States
Erik
The price is ₹8,769
₹9,953 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a lamp.

19. Comfort Inn University Durham - Chapel Hill

Comfort Inn University Durham - Chapel Hill
2.5 star property
9.7 km from Downtown Durham
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,008 reviews)
"Property was nice great breakfast choices"
United States
Charity
The price is ₹8,083
₹9,174 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Comfort Inn University Durham - Chapel Hill
A white colonial-style house with a covered porch, multiple chairs, and a well-maintained garden.

20. DoubleTree Raleigh Durham Airport at Research Triangle Park

DoubleTree Raleigh Durham Airport at Research Triangle Park
4.0 star property
13.5 km from Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place for a short stay"
United States
Emre
The price is ₹10,012
₹11,363 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
DoubleTree Raleigh Durham Airport at Research Triangle Park
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Downtown Durham Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill

8/10 Good
"All was good but could work on the breakfast a lil the sausage was terrible and the biscuits were hard as rocks"
Loretta 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill

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How can I get to Downtown Durham and get around on a budget?
Looking at these ways to get around Downtown Durham can help keep you on budget. The most convenient airport is Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), 10.5 mi (16.9 km) away. Downtown Durham might not have very many public transport choices so a rental car could be a reasonable alternative to explore the area.

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