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Our top choices for Downtown Durham 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, (892 reviews)
"The location was perfect - mere steps from the Carolina Theatre, which was my destination - and everyone on staff was incredibly friendly."
United States
Judith
The price is Rp2.304.923
Rp2.616.087 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Durham Marriott City Center
An outdoor cafe with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a bicycle parked nearby.

2. The Durham Hotel

The Durham Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (787 reviews)
"Generally we had a good experience in this hotel."
United States
Yiching
The price is Rp3.149.375
Rp3.574.540 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
The Durham Hotel
A hallway with wooden paneling, a tiled floor, and three spherical light fixtures.

3. 21c Museum Hotel Durham

21c Museum Hotel Durham
4.0 star property
Downtown Durham
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Gorgeous art galleries and friendly staff. Our room was clean and spacious and our stay was lovely. We will be back for sure!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is Rp2.433.781
Rp2.853.087 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
21c Museum Hotel Durham
A rooftop pool area with red umbrellas, white lounge chairs, and a view of a tall building in the background.

4. 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 Rp1.990.038
Rp2.567.408 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt
A hotel entrance with a modern design, glass doors, and a colorful ceiling.

5. Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (782 reviews)
"The hotel is renovated and cozy and the staff made it a great stay ."
United States
Bobby
The price is Rp2.760.463
Rp3.133.125 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown
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, (603 reviews)
"The hotel location was convenient to access from the highway and walkable to the Performing Arts Center. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was a tad disappointing but not terrible."
United States
Michael
The price is Rp2.340.976
Rp2.657.007 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 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, (999 reviews)
"Location"
United States
cindy
The price is Rp2.209.641
Rp2.507.943 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, a coffee machine, and a trash bin.

8. 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, (1,214 reviews)
"Good room and breakfast"
United States
Robert
The price is Rp1.720.120
Rp1.952.336 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Comfort Inn & Suites Durham near Duke University
A breakfast area with a chalkboard menu, a sign indicating breakfast starts here, and a variety of food items like waffles, oatmeal, and fruits.

9. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Staffing was great and rooms clean"
United States
Mitzie
The price is Rp2.221.438
Rp2.521.332 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites Durham/North I-85
A modern interior with a fireplace, two leather chairs, a round table, and a patterned rug.

10. 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, (1,004 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 Rp2.613.456
Rp2.966.272 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
The Lodge at Duke Medical Center
A hotel entrance with a stone facade, large wooden doors, and a view into the interior.

11. Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club

Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club
4.0 star property
4.1 km from Downtown Durham
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Location."
United States
James
The price is Rp4.355.760
Rp4.943.788 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club
An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and a fire pit, adjacent to a modern building with large windows.

12. JB Duke Hotel

JB Duke Hotel
4.0 star property
4 km from Downtown Durham
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (753 reviews)
"Clean, great shampoo/ shower products, welcome my small service dog. Great quiet location."
United States
David Elliott
The price is Rp3.557.115
Rp4.037.326 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
JB Duke Hotel
A buffet setup with various food items in metal containers, a patterned wall, and a counter with utensils.

13. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Good location to Duke Medical Center. Nice hotel. Breakfast was OK."
United States
Paul E.
The price is Rp1.878.617
Rp2.132.230 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG
A waterfall cascading over irregularly shaped rocks into a pond, surrounded by lush greenery and a building in the background.

14. Millennium Hotel Durham

Millennium Hotel Durham
3.0 star property
4.7 km from Downtown Durham
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,054 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
John
The price is Rp1.724.155
Rp1.956.917 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Millennium Hotel Durham
A modern hotel reception area with two wooden reception desks, a large digital display wall, and a seating area with chairs.

15. 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, (1,028 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Thien
The price is Rp1.919.801
Rp2.178.973 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Hilton Durham near Duke University
A multi-level hotel lobby with a central atrium, multiple dining areas, and a pool.

16. Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Durham Research Triangle

Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Durham Research Triangle
3.5 star property
21.8 km from Downtown Durham
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"I really loved my stay the staff was very friendly"
United States
Marcia
The price is Rp2.366.267
Rp2.690.686 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Durham Research Triangle
A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a landscaped driveway, and a flagpole.

17. 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, (1,527 reviews)
"We enjoy staying at this location. Transportation to and from the airport is great."
United States
Aja
The price is Rp1.990.038
Rp2.253.719 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hyatt Place Raleigh-Durham Airport
An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs, a fire feature, and a large umbrella.

18. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham
4.0 star property
9.7 km from Downtown Durham
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Would stay again."
United States
Sierra
The price is Rp2.082.598
Rp2.363.748 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham
A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window with curtains.

19. 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, (1,953 reviews)
"The room was clean, staff was great"
United States
Kelly
The price is Rp1.491.303
Rp1.692.629 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill
A hotel entrance with a stone fountain, a covered walkway, and a building with large windows.

20. Holiday Inn Express Chapel Hill by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Chapel Hill by IHG
2.5 star property
12.1 km from Downtown Durham
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (949 reviews)
"I enjoyed the clean comfortable room, the staff was friendly and it was really helpful that breakfast was included."
United States
Maria
The price is Rp1.787.422
Rp2.028.725 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Chapel Hill by IHG
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Compare top hotels in Downtown Durham

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

Durham Marriott City Center

3.5 star property
Downtown Durham
View
An outdoor cafe with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a bicycle parked nearby.

The Durham Hotel

4.0 star property
Downtown Durham
View
A hallway with wooden paneling, a tiled floor, and three spherical light fixtures.

21c Museum Hotel Durham

4.0 star property
Downtown Durham
View
A rooftop pool area with red umbrellas, white lounge chairs, and a view of a tall building in the background.

Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt

3.5 star property
Downtown Durham
View
A hotel entrance with a modern design, glass doors, and a colorful ceiling.

Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

3.0 star property
Downtown Durham
View
8.8
Excellent
892 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
787 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,005 reviews
8.2
Very good
1,000 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
782 reviews
The price is Rp2.304.923
Rp2.616.087 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
The price is Rp3.149.375
Rp3.574.540 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
The price is Rp2.433.781
Rp2.853.087 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
The price is Rp1.990.038
Rp2.567.408 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
The price is Rp2.760.463
Rp3.133.125 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
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  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • No WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • No Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • Yes, Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking

Where to stay in Downtown Durham

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

If you're spending some time in Downtown Raleigh, Marbles Kids Museums and The Acorn are top sights worth seeing.

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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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Southwest Raleigh

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

A large stone building with columns, surrounded by autumn-colored trees and a clear sky.

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.

Top Downtown Durham Hotel Reviews

A fire pit with seating, a dining area with tables and chairs, and a building with a brick facade.
Home2 Suites by Hilton Durham University Medical Center

Home2 Suites by Hilton Durham University Medical Center

Home2 Suites by Hilton Durham University Medical Center
Durham

10/10 Excellent

The staff and the property was great. Breakfast is always good. Just an overall great experience
United Kingdom
michael
Reviewed July 28, 2025
Home2 Suites by Hilton Durham University Medical Center

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 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.