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.

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.

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

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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

Downtown Durham

Donald

4.248.460 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor cafe with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a bicycle parked nearby.

2. The Durham Hotel

Downtown Durham

Connie

5.487.888 ₫ 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.

3. 21c Museum Hotel Durham

Downtown Durham

sulondia

4.869.657 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

Downtown Durham

Cynthia

3.770.119 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

5. Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

Downtown Durham

Bobby

5.241.242 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel pool area with a clear blue pool, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

6. Comfort Inn & Suites Durham near Duke University

Croasdaile Farm Master, 4.8 km from Downtown Durham

BRIAN

2.482.693 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

9th Street District, 2.3 km from Downtown Durham

Hal

4.060.819 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

8. The Lodge at Duke Medical Center

3.4 km from Downtown Durham

Kenneth

4.248.460 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 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.

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

2.5 km from Downtown Durham

Darrel

3.483.737 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel entrance with a stone facade, large wooden doors, and a view into the interior.

10. Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club

4.1 km from Downtown Durham

Antonio

7.582.450 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern hotel reception area with two wooden reception desks, a large digital display wall, and a seating area with chairs.

11. Hilton Durham near Duke University

5.9 km from Downtown Durham

tigist

3.362.774 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

12. JB Duke Hotel

4 km from Downtown Durham

samantha

5.959.904 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, a wooden headboard, and a carpeted floor.

13. Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG

3.9 km from Downtown Durham

Kimberly R

3.422.370 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A waterfall cascading over irregularly shaped rocks into a pond, surrounded by lush greenery and a building in the background.

14. Millennium Hotel Durham

4.7 km from Downtown Durham

Sinclair

2.802.803 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A long, narrow hallway with dark walls and wooden flooring.

15. University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center

3.4 km from Downtown Durham

Nicole

3.558.086 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a large umbrella, a fire feature, and a view of the interior through glass walls.

16. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham

9.7 km from Downtown Durham

Stephen

3.096.654 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

17. Hyatt Place Raleigh-Durham Airport

16.6 km from Downtown Durham

Fadi

3.091.012 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

2.473.548 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central atrium, multiple dining areas, and a water feature.

19. Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Durham Research Triangle

21.8 km from Downtown Durham

Brent

4.819.321 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A stone fire pit surrounded by striped chairs and tables in an outdoor lounge area with a view of a building in the background.

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center

5.5 km from Downtown Durham

Nicole

3.677.276 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Durham

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Durham Hotel	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 777 reviews	View
Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 778 reviews	View
Durham Marriott City Center	3.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 886 reviews	View
21c Museum Hotel Durham	4.0 star property	8.4 Very good 1,001 reviews	View
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt	3.5 star property	8.2 Very good 1,000 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Durham

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A large, classical building with columns and a symmetrical facade, surrounded by a grassy lawn and leafless trees.

Downtown Raleigh

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A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, a construction crane, and a mix of commercial and residential buildings.

North Hills

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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.

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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.

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Top Downtown Durham Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP

8/10 Good

"Staff very pleasant and accommodating. Room very nice. Breakfast was decent and well maintained. Only negative would be mold in the bathroom around the bottom of the shower."

Millennium Hotel Durham

10/10 Excellent

"Front desk couldn’t find my reservation. I called expedia and after more than an hour they emailed the hotel a new payment code. Gladly, Fernando, hotel front desk representative, was able to quickly make a new reservation and get me and my wife a room. Thanks Fernando (Millenium Hotel) for the great customer service."

The Durham Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"One of the best hotels I have ever been to.. period world wide. Nice rooms, modern era decor, great in house restaurant with superb breakfast at reasonable price and coffee bar. Best cortado I ever had. All staff were friendly and super supportive. Parking in lots street or garage within easy walking distance. Many restaurants and bars in the area. Reasonably safe area but there are panhandlers on occasion. Room had adequate closet space, excellent bathroom and shower. Quiet at night. Super comfy bed. I’m a coffee nerd and they offer fresh ground gourmet options brought to your door each morning if you choose the night before. No hotel I’ve ever stayed at offered this. I liked it so much I returned on a return visit to the city. No pool but workout facility. Highly recommended if you travel in the area.,"

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Our top choices for Downtown Durham hotels

1. Durham Marriott City Center

2. The Durham Hotel

3. 21c Museum Hotel Durham

4. Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt

5. Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

6. Comfort Inn & Suites Durham near Duke University

7. Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center

8. The Lodge at Duke Medical Center

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

10. Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club

11. Hilton Durham near Duke University

12. JB Duke Hotel

13. Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG

14. Millennium Hotel Durham

15. University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center

16. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham

17. Hyatt Place Raleigh-Durham Airport

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

19. Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Durham Research Triangle

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center

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