Southwest Raleigh Travel Guide

Raleigh

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Stay near popular Southwest Raleigh attractions

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North Carolina State University

8.8/10 (2,091 reviews)
Walk around the campus at North Carolina State University as part of your travels around Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
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Things to do

Raleigh Downtown Smartphone Guided GPS App Walking Tour

Raleigh Downtown Smartphone Guided GPS App Walking Tour

Rp175.169
per adult
Raleigh Downtown Smartphone Guided GPS App Walking Tour
Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour

Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour

Rp357.523
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour
Historic Oakwood: History & Architecture Tour

Historic Oakwood: History & Architecture Tour

Rp341.354
per adult
Historic Oakwood: History & Architecture Tour
Raleigh True Crime Tour

Raleigh True Crime Tour

Rp341.354
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Raleigh True Crime Tour
The Original Raleigh Ghost Walk

The Original Raleigh Ghost Walk

Rp377.286
per adult
The Original Raleigh Ghost Walk
Raleigh North Carolina Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game

Raleigh North Carolina Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game

Rp880.334
per adult
Raleigh North Carolina Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game
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Top hotels in Southwest Raleigh

Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh

Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh

2 out of 5
1520 Blue Ridge Rd Raleigh NC
The price is Rp1.593.145 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
Rp1.593.145
Rp1.804.237 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh
Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary

Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary

3 out of 5
710 Corporate Center Drive Raleigh NC
The price is Rp2.058.840 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
Rp2.058.840
Rp2.331.635 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,517 reviews)
"The front desk staff were"

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026

Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Raleigh West Lenovo Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Express And Suites Raleigh West Lenovo Center by IHG

3 out of 5
6115 Corporate Ridge Road Raleigh NC
The price is Rp1.769.880 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
Rp1.769.880
Rp2.004.389 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Raleigh West Lenovo Center by IHG
The StateView Hotel, Autograph Collection

The StateView Hotel, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
2451 Alumni Drive Raleigh NC
The price is Rp2.582.580 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
Rp2.582.580
Rp2.924.772 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"It’s a gorgeous hotel, but the management and amenities do not match the 4-star rating or the price tag. Most notably, the hotel failed to disclose that the indoor gym was closed for renovations until after I had already booked and paid. A working gym is a major factor in where I choose to stay, ..."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026

The StateView Hotel, Autograph Collection
Sheraton Raleigh Hotel

Sheraton Raleigh Hotel

3.5 out of 5
421 S Salisbury St Raleigh NC
The price is Rp2.747.829 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
Rp2.747.829
Rp3.111.917 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Sheraton Raleigh Hotel
Hilton Raleigh North Hills

Hilton Raleigh North Hills

3.5 out of 5
3415 Wake Forest Rd Raleigh NC
The price is Rp1.910.387 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
Rp1.910.387
Rp2.163.513 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
Hilton Raleigh North Hills
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Where to stay in Southwest Raleigh

Find the best Southwest Raleigh 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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Open Photo by Phil Vignola Jr.

Downtown Durham

If you're spending some time in Downtown Durham, Carolina Theatre and Durham Performing Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.

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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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Open Photo by Nikki Benson

North Raleigh

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

Southwest Raleigh Travel Guide