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 offers a restaurant and a 24-hour health club. 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 59 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. The Durham Hotel

Downtown Durham

Connie

Rp3.779.706 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

Downtown Durham

Cynthia

Rp2.739.872 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

3. Durham Marriott City Center

Downtown Durham

Donald

Rp2.926.067 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern elevator lobby with marble walls, a bench, and a central elevator with a colorful door.

4. 21c Museum Hotel Durham

Downtown Durham

Will

Rp3.354.112 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A hotel entrance with a modern design, glass doors, and a colorful ceiling.

5. Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

Downtown Durham

Bobby

Rp4.653.258 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A lobby with a green sofa, yellow chairs, a coffee table with drinks, and a window with plants.

6. Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center

9th Street District, 2.3 km from Downtown Durham

Hal

Rp2.995.049 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a landscaped driveway, and a flagpole.

7. Hyatt Place Raleigh-Durham Airport

16.6 km from Downtown Durham

Fadi

Rp2.361.770 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a television.

8. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP

17.1 km from Downtown Durham

Vanessa

Rp1.649.180 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a red armchair, a small table, a shower area, and a large bathtub.

9. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Raleigh-Durham Airport, NC

16.7 km from Downtown Durham

Barbara

Rp2.059.424 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A patio area with a stone fire pit surrounded by wicker furniture, outdoor lighting, and a view of a multi-story building in the background.

10. Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville

17.3 km from Downtown Durham

Christopher

Rp2.158.169 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a no diving sign, and a seating area with chairs and tables.

11. Hyatt House Raleigh / RDU / Brier Creek

14.1 km from Downtown Durham

Alejandro

Rp2.402.490 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a balcony.

12. Wingate by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport RTP

14 km from Downtown Durham

Supratik

Rp1.882.638 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A breakfast counter with various food items and a sign that reads 'TOP IT BREAKFAST'.

13. Tru by Hilton Raleigh Durham Airport

16.5 km from Downtown Durham

Trenton

Rp2.153.690 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern interior with a fireplace, two leather chairs, a round table, and a patterned rug.

14. The Lodge at Duke Medical Center

3.4 km from Downtown Durham

Kenneth

Rp2.926.066 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A Microtel by Wyndham hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a parking lot.

15. Microtel Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport

17 km from Downtown Durham

John

Rp1.551.049 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a few lounge chairs outside.

16. Holiday Inn Raleigh-Durham Airport by IHG

17.1 km from Downtown Durham

Travis

Rp2.646.810 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A breakfast area with a chalkboard menu, a sign indicating breakfast starts here, and a variety of food items like waffles, oatmeal, and fruits.

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

2.5 km from Downtown Durham

Cindy

Rp2.493.087 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window with curtains.

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

North Garrett Road, 7.2 km from Downtown Durham

Yolanda

Rp1.703.621 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

19. Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary

27.1 km from Downtown Durham

Dani

Rp2.585.730 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and a fire pit, adjacent to a modern building with large windows.

20. JB Duke Hotel

4 km from Downtown Durham

samantha

Rp4.060.691 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

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Downtown Raleigh

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North Hills

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Southwest Raleigh

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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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North Raleigh

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

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Top Downtown Durham Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP

8/10 Good

"Great place to stay. Common areas were clean and comfortable. Breakfast was good-great coffee!! An older facility, it still needs a bit of a facelift."

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill

10/10 Excellent

"1. Easy Check-in 2. Pleasant front desk 3. Got a quite room at the back of the hotel 4. Spacious 300 sq. ft. room with a good layout 5. Recently refurbished 6. Excellent Internet connectivity 7. On the downside, the breakfast needs more variety"

Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt

10/10 Excellent

"I will stay here again—it’s so centrally located, walking distance to tons of shops, restaurants, cafes, and small businesses. Everyone was so friendly and it was easy to come and go. My room was very clean. I travel a lot, and was delighted to find soft beds and towels. Really fun spot."

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Our top choices for Downtown Durham hotels

1. The Durham Hotel

2. Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt

3. Durham Marriott City Center

4. 21c Museum Hotel Durham

5. Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

6. Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center

7. Hyatt Place Raleigh-Durham Airport

8. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP

9. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Raleigh-Durham Airport, NC

10. Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville

11. Hyatt House Raleigh / RDU / Brier Creek

12. Wingate by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport RTP

13. Tru by Hilton Raleigh Durham Airport

14. The Lodge at Duke Medical Center

15. Microtel Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport

16. Holiday Inn Raleigh-Durham Airport by IHG

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

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

19. Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary

20. JB Duke Hotel

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