The Best Hotels in Downtown Durham, Raleigh - 2026 Updated Prices

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 768 reviews	View
The Durham Hotel	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 733 reviews	View
Durham Marriott City Center	3.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 869 reviews	View
21c Museum Hotel Durham	4.0 star property	8.4 Very good 1,005 reviews	View
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt	3.5 star property	8.2 Very good 1,003 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Durham

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

A city street lined with tall buildings, including a prominent glass skyscraper and a historic building with a clock tower.

Downtown Raleigh

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

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A cityscape with modern buildings, a green park, and a clear blue sky.

North Hills

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

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A multi-tiered waterfall with moss-covered rocks and a wooden bridge.

Southwest Raleigh

While visiting Southwest Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Johnson and J.C. Raulston Arboretum.

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Midtown Raleigh

While visiting Midtown Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like North Hills Shopping Center and Village District.

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A rustic wooden mill with a water wheel, a small pond, and a sunset in the background.

Southeast Raleigh

If you're spending some time in Southeast Raleigh, Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek and Neuse River Trail are top sights worth seeing.

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Top Downtown Durham Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Cary Lenovo Center

10/10 Excellent

"It’s clean and comfortable, great place to stay👍"

Best Western Plus Raleigh Crabtree Valley Hotel

8/10 Good

"We loved our stay, we were in Raleigh for a week and it was in the middle of all the places we wanted to go, there’s multiple shops and dining places close enough to walk. The rooms were comfortable and very clean, our room was so humid it was leaving condensation on everything and making the floors slippery but maintenance very quickly brought us a dehumidifier when we brought it to their attention and that fixed the problem. The breakfast was pretty great for a free hotel breakfast and the staff was amazing, they were all kind and helpful, the housekeepers cleaned our room everyday and they had 24/7 coffee available which was awesome! The parking can be a little hard on the weekends but that’s to be expected. Overall we loved it and will be using BW+ as our hotel everytime we visit from here on out!"

Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay for a couple of days. Check-in was quick and easy. The room was nice and clean. Had a problem getting the button pulled up to get the shower to work, but finally got it working after some twisting and pulling to get it loosened up. Very close to the airport so there was some noise from planes flying in and out, but not a problem. The roof in the hallways leaked a couple doors down and when we left on our first day, the carpet was soaked and the ceiling tiles were partially in the floor, but things happen and I'm sure they will get it fixed."

21c Museum Hotel Durham

8/10 Good

"Unique hotel. You use the elevator to go up to the check in desk on the museum floor. Tip park your own car in the parking garage to save money. I opened up the shades from the two big windows and a 5' metal canopy part fell and hit my head. Not great first impression. I was surprised the king suite was smaller then expected. The fridge is very tiny & no freezer. The bed is on a very short platform. Didn't like that at all. Mattress and bedding was comfortable. The shower was strong. But the bathroom had zero A/C and was hot. They did have robes in the room which was a high class touch. I wanted the room service breakfast package but thru Expedia it didn't give the option & the check in desk didn't let me add it. We made a reservation at the restaurant in the hotel and it was ok. It was practically empty and yet they sat us at a teeny tiny table in front of the kitchen. Small menu big price tag. 5 chicken wings $15 they were good but not that good. We walked to DPAC to see the play just a short walk. Not sure we will rebook next play night."

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 our traveller data, Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Durham. This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Durham Performing Arts Center, and it offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include 21c Museum Hotel Durham and The Durham Hotel.

How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown Durham?

Expedia has 60 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?

American Tobacco Campus, North Carolina Mutual Life Insurance and Scarborough House are notable landmarks to see while you're in Downtown Durham. You could also plan a visit to Carolina Theatre or Durham Performing Arts Center while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Durham include African American Dance Ensemble, Durham Bulls Athletic Park and Fullsteam Brewery. While you're out sightseeing in Durham, make sure that you visit other sights such as Brightleaf Square or Honey Girl Meadery.

How can I get around Downtown Durham and the greater Durham area?

To venture out of town, take a train from Durham Station.

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1. Durham Marriott City Center

2. Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt

3. The Durham Hotel

4. Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

5. 21c Museum Hotel Durham

6. 2 Bedroom Apartment with Large Patio, Hammocks

7. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham City View

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

9. Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG

10. Hilton Durham near Duke University

11. Comfort Inn & Suites Durham near Duke University

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

13. Hyatt Place Durham Southpoint

14. Hyatt House Raleigh / RDU / Brier Creek

15. Courtyard Raleigh-Durham Airport/Brier Creek

16. Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Durham Airport Brier Creek

17. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham Chapel Hill

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh-Durham Airport-Brier Creek

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center

20. AC Hotel Durham

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Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Cary Lenovo Center

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