What is Downtown Durham like?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Durham's Downtown Durham neighborhood has to offer. Be sure to check out Carolina Theatre and Durham Performing Arts Center as part of your Downtown Durham travel plans.

What's a favorite hotel to stay in Downtown Durham?

Based on our traveler data, 21c Museum Hotel Durham is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Durham. This hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Durham Performing Arts Center, and it offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. Other good options for your stay in the neighborhood include Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt and The Durham Hotel .

How many hotels are there in Downtown Durham?

Expedia has 59 hotels and other accommodations 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! Most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals in Downtown Durham.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Durham?

For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Downtown Durham, head over to our customer service page .

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 neighborhood. 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, be sure to visit other sights like 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.

Top Downtown Durham Hotels

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Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt

Downtown Durham

Tammy

￥22,412 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 3 - Jul 4

The Durham Hotel

Downtown Durham

Laura

￥34,146 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 2 - Jul 3

Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Durham Marriott City Center

Downtown Durham

￥26,467 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 19 - Jul 20

21c Museum Hotel Durham

Downtown Durham

James

￥35,506 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 28 - Jul 29

Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

Downtown Durham

Lucas

￥37,311 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 19 - Jul 20

Towneplace Suites By Marriott Raleigh-Durham Airport/Morrisville

16.3 km from Downtown Durham

Laurie

￥18,522 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 17 - Jul 18

Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Cary Lenovo Center

26.5 km from Downtown Durham

Brian

￥18,216 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 3 - Jul 4

Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center

5.5 km from Downtown Durham

Allison

￥21,112 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 6 - Jul 7

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill

North Garrett Road, 7.2 km from Downtown Durham

Anne

￥17,205 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 5 - Jul 6

Hilton Garden Inn Raleigh-Durham Airport

18.8 km from Downtown Durham

kevin

￥17,583 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 5 - Jul 6

Holiday Inn Express Hillsborough by IHG

19.6 km from Downtown Durham

Julie

￥18,563 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 31 - Aug 1

University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center

3.4 km from Downtown Durham

Becky

￥20,460 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 3 - Jul 4

Millennium Hotel Durham

4.7 km from Downtown Durham

Miles

￥18,174 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 7 - Jul 8

Tru by Hilton Raleigh Durham Airport

16.5 km from Downtown Durham

jose

￥19,111 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 31 - Aug 1

Econo Lodge Creedmoor - Butner

23.4 km from Downtown Durham

Jennifer

￥11,326 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 29 - Jul 30

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Comfort Inn & Suites Durham near Duke University

Croasdaile Farm Master, 4.8 km from Downtown Durham

Asli

￥17,809 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 19 - Jul 20

Hampton Inn & Suites Durham/North I-85

2.5 km from Downtown Durham

Rebecca

￥21,676 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 19 - Jul 20

Marriott Raleigh Durham Research Triangle Park

12.4 km from Downtown Durham

Sharon

￥20,413 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 5 - Jul 6

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP

17.1 km from Downtown Durham

Christopher

￥15,844 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 19 - Jul 20

Hilton Garden Inn Durham Southpoint

11 km from Downtown Durham

onjaleka

￥19,672 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 11 - Jul 12

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Where to stay in Downtown Durham

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Downtown Raleigh

While visiting Downtown Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like North Carolina Executive Mansion and Marbles Kids Museums.

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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.

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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 Lafayette Village and Durant Nature Preserve.

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Top Downtown Durham Hotel Reviews

Hilton Durham near Duke University

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were excellent, consistently helpful, friendly and professional. One of the best experiences I have had in a hotel."

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel itself was good, but what made it great was the parking and airport service. I parked my car for $10/ day. Free shuttle to the airport. When I returned, called the hotel to come pick me up. They didn’t have a shuttle available, so they immediately ordered me an Uber, told me where to go and within 15 minutes, I was back at my car. I will always stay here for pre-flight nights from now on!"

Millennium Hotel Durham

10/10 Excellent

"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I had a wonderful stay at the Millennium Hotel Durham! The location was perfect—close to Duke University, restaurants, and shopping, making it incredibly convenient for our visit. The staff was welcoming, friendly, and always willing to help with anything we needed. The room was spacious, clean, and comfortable, and the indoor pool and fitness center were great amenities to have during our stay. The hotel has a beautiful lobby and a relaxing atmosphere that made us feel right at home. Overall, it was an excellent value, and I would definitely stay here again the next time I'm in Durham. Highly recommend!"

Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley

10/10 Excellent

"Check in was easy and the staff were very friendly. I reserved two rooms and they were clean with a fresh smell. The linens were clean and soft. My room reservation came with access to the concierge room, but on the weekend that I stayed the concierge room was not available so instead they gave my group free breakfast for the weekend. There was access to the pool parking was great and there was lots of parking even with three events happening that weekend in the hotel. There was still plenty of parking space great amenities, including being directly across the street from a large mall that had eating places, shopping and parking as well. Its location is easily accessible and not far from downtown Raleigh. Overall, it was a great place to stay and I would definitely stay there again."

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Our top choices for Downtown Durham hotels

Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt

The Durham Hotel

Durham Marriott City Center

21c Museum Hotel Durham

Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

Towneplace Suites By Marriott Raleigh-Durham Airport/Morrisville

Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Cary Lenovo Center

Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill

Hilton Garden Inn Raleigh-Durham Airport

Holiday Inn Express Hillsborough by IHG

University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center

Millennium Hotel Durham

Tru by Hilton Raleigh Durham Airport

Econo Lodge Creedmoor - Butner

Comfort Inn & Suites Durham near Duke University

Hampton Inn & Suites Durham/North I-85

Marriott Raleigh Durham Research Triangle Park

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP

Hilton Garden Inn Durham Southpoint

Where to stay in Downtown Durham

Downtown Raleigh

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Southwest Raleigh

Midtown Raleigh

North Raleigh

Top Downtown Durham Hotel Reviews

Hilton Durham near Duke University

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