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Our top choices for Durham historic hotels

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

1. Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center

Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center
3.0 star property
9th Street District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean, updated rooms with good amenities and coffee. Helpful staff. Pleasant, open community spaces."
United States
Suzanne
The price is ￥19,333
￥21,944 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center
A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, multiple floors, and a balcony on the second floor.

2. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham City View

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham City View
3.5 star property
Durham
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (600 reviews)
"thin walls but nice location and staff"
United States
Jeff
The price is ￥17,378
￥19,725 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham City View
A large indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by beige tiled flooring and walls, with large windows allowing natural light.

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

Hampton Inn & Suites Durham/North I-85
2.5 star property
Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Staffing was great and rooms clean"
United States
Mitzie
The price is ￥19,399
￥22,018 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hampton Inn & Suites Durham/North I-85
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, and a brick building in the background.

4. Residence Inn Durham McPherson/Duke University Medical Cntr

Residence Inn Durham McPherson/Duke University Medical Cntr
3.0 star property
Trinity Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (510 reviews)
"Really convenient central hotel and a reasonable price during the week. Loved having a kitchenette and seating area in the studio. Very comfortable and quiet."
United Kingdom
Nadia
The price is ￥23,571
￥26,753 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Residence Inn Durham McPherson/Duke University Medical Cntr
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a city view.

5. The Durham Hotel

The Durham Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (786 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Kweku
The price is ￥32,302
￥36,662 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
The Durham Hotel
A hotel entrance with a modern design, glass doors, and a colorful ceiling.

6. Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (781 reviews)
"The hotel is renovated and cozy and the staff made it a great stay ."
United States
Bobby
The price is ￥22,767
￥25,841 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a wooden coffee table, a small round table, a lamp, and a view of the cityscape.

7. Durham Marriott City Center

Durham Marriott City Center
3.5 star property
Downtown Durham
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (888 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay"
United States
Donald
The price is ￥20,128
￥22,846 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Durham Marriott City Center
A rooftop pool area with red umbrellas, white lounge chairs, and a view of a tall building in the background.

8. 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 ￥16,705
￥21,656 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden flooring, and large windows.

9. Stylish Durham Retreat - Walkable, Sleeps 6

Stylish Durham Retreat - Walkable, Sleeps 6
3.0 star property
Durham
The price is ￥48,231
￥117,384 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Stylish Durham Retreat - Walkable, Sleeps 6
A stone fire pit surrounded by striped chairs and tables in an outdoor lounge area with a view of a building in the background.

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center

Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center
2.5 star property
Durham
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (595 reviews)
"Everything was great, front desk check in, room clean."
United States
LaGrant
The price is ￥19,399
￥22,018 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center
A modern living room with a fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

11. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Durham

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Durham
3.0 star property
Durham
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (66 reviews)
"Pretty pleasant stay overall. I’d book here again."
United States
Shakina
The price is ￥16,622
￥18,867 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Durham
A hotel entrance with a stone facade, large wooden doors, and a view into the interior.

12. Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club

Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club
4.0 star property
Durham
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great"
United States
Frederick
The price is ￥38,038
￥43,173 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club
A fire pit with seating, a dining area with tables and chairs, and a building with a brick facade.

13. Home2 Suites by Hilton Durham University Medical Center

Home2 Suites by Hilton Durham University Medical Center
3.0 star property
Durham
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (364 reviews)
"Ample parking big spacious room, nice breakfast, just lots of road noise in the room"
United States
Gaurav
The price is ￥22,767
￥25,841 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Home2 Suites by Hilton Durham University Medical Center
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden fence.

14. Hyatt Place Durham Southpoint

Hyatt Place Durham Southpoint
3.0 star property
Durham
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Love this place. So clean and staff are excellent. Really enjoy staying here!"
United States
Jessica
The price is ￥22,595
￥25,645 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Hyatt Place Durham Southpoint
An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and a fire pit, adjacent to a modern building with large windows.

15. JB Duke Hotel

JB Duke Hotel
4.0 star property
Durham
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (741 reviews)
"Amazing hotel with a beautiful view and delicious restaurant with very accommodating staff."
United States
samantha
The price is ￥25,863
￥29,355 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
JB Duke Hotel
An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs, a fire feature, and a large umbrella.

16. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham
4.0 star property
Durham
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Would stay again."
United States
Sierra
The price is ￥18,187
￥20,644 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham
The American Tobacco building with a prominent tower and a sign reading "Lucky Strike".

17. University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center

University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center
2.0 star property
Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Friendly staff, decent room."
United States
Nicole
The price is ￥16,979
￥19,272 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center
An outdoor seating area with a circular fire pit surrounded by wicker chairs and a table.

18. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham Chapel Hill

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham Chapel Hill
3.0 star property
Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Very clean room with a Pleasant staff who always acknowledge you. Totally enjoyed our stay. We will be back next time we are in town."
United States
Joseph
The price is ￥18,725
￥21,254 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham Chapel Hill
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19. Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh-Durham AP/Research Triangle

Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh-Durham AP/Research Triangle
3.0 star property
Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (735 reviews)
"The rooms were a nice size."
United States
Bethany
The price is ￥17,378
￥19,725 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 5 - Dec 6
Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh-Durham AP/Research Triangle
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a bar area, and a dining space.

20. AC Hotel Durham

AC Hotel Durham
3.0 star property
Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (721 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay"
United States
Raphael
The price is ￥20,545
￥23,317 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
AC Hotel Durham
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Top Durham Hotel Reviews

The Lodge at Duke Medical Center

The Lodge at Duke Medical Center

8/10 Good
"Staff"
Ronald 1-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
The Lodge at Duke Medical Center

Frequently asked questions

What should a history enthusiast expect from a trip to Durham?
You'll probably want to seek out the historical sites while on vacation in Durham. While you're here, you might want to visit the college campus and array of shops. You can also relish a trip to the top-notch restaurants.
How many historically relevant hotels are there in Durham?
In Durham, you'll find 777 hotels and other accommodations bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.
What are the most important historical places and other sights in Durham?
Durham is notable for landmarks like American Tobacco Campus, Wallace Wade Stadium, and Cameron Indoor Stadium. Cultural venues include Carolina Theatre, Museum of Life and Science, and Hayti Heritage Center. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Durham Performing Arts Center and Durham Bulls Athletic Park.
What is a historic hotel like in Durham?
By choosing a historic hotel, you can spend a night or two someplace that has an official historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station, or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved in the public spaces and guestrooms of these historic hotels in Durham, bringing the history to life.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
These are quite similar. The term "historic hotel" is more common in the U.S., while you'll often hear "heritage hotel" in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to emphasize the architecture and actual building. Mainly heritage hotels draw meaning from the cultural value that the place has and how it inspired the community.
Do historic hotels in Durham have modern facilities?
Yes, efforts are made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions, but hotel interiors are fitted with modern conveniences and safety features. Tourists who book a stay can expect the usual amenities you'd get from a hotel such as private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, WiFi, and more. Booking a historic hotel in Durham doesn't mean you're picking a place that's rundown.