10 Best Motels in Durham: Find Cheap Motels in Durham, NC 2026

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Econo Lodge Research Triangle Park : Stay within a 20-minute drive of Duke University and Brier Creek Commons. Enjoy access to the computer station, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Budget Inn : Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a Smart TV. It's located within a 10-minute drive of Duke University and Durham Performing Arts Center. Super 8 by Wyndham Durham/University Area NC : Enjoy access to the 24-hour room service, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Stay within a quick 4-minute drive of Duke University.

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Budget Inn

Durham

Susan

￥10,788 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 8 - Jun 9

Econo Lodge Research Triangle Park

Durham

Vipin

￥10,343 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 21 - Jun 22

Super 8 by Wyndham Raleigh Downtown

Southwest Raleigh

Joseph

￥11,753 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 14 - Jun 15

Motel 6 Raleigh, NC – Downtown South

Southwest Raleigh

Patricia

￥13,602 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 14 - Jun 15

Days Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Glenwood-Crabtree

Northwest Raleigh

darlene

￥12,630 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 14 - Jun 15

Econo Lodge Garner - Raleigh

Garner

Kim

￥13,062 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 24 - Jun 25

Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Red Roof Inn Raleigh Northeast - Downtown

Southeast Raleigh

JOSEPH

￥12,312 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 14 - Jun 15

Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Days Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Midtown

North Hills

Monica

￥14,341 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 8 - Jun 9

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Top Durham Hotel Reviews

Wingate by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport RTP

6/10 Okay

"I understand that the property is being renovated but I couldn’t stand how nasty the chairs are with large nasty stains. The room was clean but just seeing the stained chairs was not good."

Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were very friendly. From the moment of arrival I was greeted with a smile.The room was clean and cool which was great since it felt like a heat wave was outside. Overall would stay again especially since it’s right by the highway making it easy to come and go. Will say though you can’t hear the cars passing by the only problem was you gotta take a little drive to get some food or even get to a store."

Hilton Durham near Duke University

6/10 Okay

"The bed was comfortable, room was nice. Staff was not helpful. I called earlier to verify a pack n play would be available for my room and when we checked in I was told if there wasn’t one in my room then they didn’t have one for me. There wasn’t one in my room so I called the help desk and they said they can’t do anything about it, pack n plays are in housekeeping and she did not know how to get in there. I then asked for the manager and she told me I could talk him Monday morning at 8am, it was currently Friday evening. Told me I had the best room with two beds and to put my BABY to sleep in the queen bed. It was horrible, I didn’t sleep at all worried about my baby suffocating on the soft bedding, he slept on my chest most of the night. Would not recommend, the staff was very rude and not helpful."

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Durham Motels information

Number of reviews	4,440
Accommodation	3 Motels
Lowest Price	￥10,343
Highest Price	￥14,341

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Durham?

If you're not able to find a motel in Durham, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let Expedia help you find a similar property from over 816 hotels and other lodging options. Simply filter using our search tools by nightly room rate or money-saving amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transportation.

What is a motel?

At most motels, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and free parking. When you stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room directly from the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II with the appeal of road trip vacations, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.

What are the best motels in Durham?

Econo Lodge Research Triangle Park: Stay within a 20-minute drive of Duke University and Brier Creek Commons. Enjoy access to the computer station, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Budget Inn: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a Smart TV. It's located within a 10-minute drive of Duke University and Durham Performing Arts Center. Super 8 by Wyndham Durham/University Area NC: Enjoy access to the 24-hour room service, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Stay within a quick 4-minute drive of Duke University.

What can I do in Durham?

As you explore the area, you can check out the college campus and take time to enjoy the top-notch restaurants. People who've visited Durham have good things to say about its shops, live music, and festivals. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Sarah P. Duke Gardens, Eno River State Park, and Forest Hills Park. Attractions the whole family can enjoy include Museum of Life and Science and Wheels Fun Park. Some historical places you might want to see include American Tobacco Campus, Cameron Indoor Stadium, and Wallace Wade Stadium.

What's the weather like in Durham?

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Durham to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 77°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 45°F. Average annual precipitation for Durham is 52 inches.

What are my options for getting around Durham when staying in a motel?

We've gathered some information about getting around Durham to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), which is located 10.5 mi (16.8 km) from the heart of the city. If you want to explore the larger area, ride aboard one of the trains from Durham Station.

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