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An outdoor patio with seating, a fire feature, and a view of a cityscape.

A modern interior with wooden shelves, a red booth seating area, and pendant lighting.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, and two wall-mounted lamps.

A multi-level hotel interior with a staircase, guest access doors, and hanging pendant lights.

1. The Longleaf Hotel

Downtown Raleigh, 2.6 km from Free Expression Tunnel

Candun

￥22,016

￥24,932 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern lounge area with curved black seating, a central tree, and a city view through large windows.

A modern lounge with large windows, comfortable seating, and a city view.

A rooftop bar with outdoor seating, string lights, and a city view.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, large windows, and a central brick fireplace.

2. Tempo By Hilton Raleigh Downtown

Downtown Raleigh, 2.8 km from Free Expression Tunnel

aloria

￥30,857

￥34,944 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a large TV screen.

A modern lobby with a staircase, seating area, and large windows.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and large windows offering a city view.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, including sofas and chairs, and two street lamps.

3. Residence Inn by Marriott Raleigh Downtown

Downtown Raleigh, 3.1 km from Free Expression Tunnel

Corey

￥30,648

￥34,709 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern rooftop bar with outdoor seating, a bar area, and a view of the cityscape at dusk.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

A modern restaurant with round tables and cushioned seating, large windows with a city view, and pendant lighting.

A modern lobby with a wooden wall, a green sofa, and a reception desk.

4. Hyatt House Raleigh Downtown/Seaboard Station

Downtown Raleigh, 3 km from Free Expression Tunnel

Marian

￥33,379

￥37,802 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, large pillars, and a modern ceiling design.

A banquet hall with round tables set for a formal event, featuring white tablecloths, gold cutlery, and floral centerpieces.

A restaurant with wooden walls and tables set for dining.

5. Raleigh Marriott City Center

Downtown Raleigh, 3.2 km from Free Expression Tunnel

brandon wade

￥29,286

￥33,166 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern interior with a bar area, seating, and a large window providing natural light.

A modern interior with a long bar area, seating, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern interior with a bar area, seating, and a decorative wall with vertical elements.

A nighttime view of a restaurant with outdoor seating, a visible street, and a city skyline in the background.

6. The Casso, Raleigh, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Southwest Raleigh, 2.2 km from Free Expression Tunnel

Ferdinand

￥34,324

￥38,872 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A modern cafe with a wooden counter, menu boards, and a view of the outside.

A modern lounge area with bar seating, comfortable sofas, and hanging pendant lights.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent rooftop sign and a ground-level entrance with a covered area.

7. Aloft by Marriott Raleigh

University Park, 0.7 km from Free Expression Tunnel

Elizabeth

￥28,199

￥31,936 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An outdoor seating area with a round fire pit table surrounded by cushioned sofas and chairs, set against a backdrop of trees.

A modern living room with a fireplace, dark wood furniture, and a stone accent wall.

A modern reception area with a stone wall, two reception desks, a large potted plant, a sofa, and a hanging light fixture.

A long, narrow hallway with patterned carpet, modern lighting fixtures, and abstract wall art.

8. The StateView Hotel, Autograph Collection

Southwest Raleigh, 2.5 km from Free Expression Tunnel

Donna

￥25,349

￥28,708 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern lounge area with a curved black hammock chair, a dining table, and chairs. A large tree is visible in the center, surrounded by a circular light fixture.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, balconies, and illuminated signage.

9. Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh Downtown

Downtown Raleigh, 2.8 km from Free Expression Tunnel

Karin

￥29,720

￥33,657 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and bar area with stools.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign for AC Hotels Marriott.

A rooftop lounge with outdoor seating, a fireplace, and a city view at dusk.

A modern hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows offering city views, and a contemporary ceiling design.

10. AC Hotel by Marriott Raleigh Downtown

Glenwood South, 2.2 km from Free Expression Tunnel

Kevin

￥33,172

￥37,568 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area, and a large rug.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a central fire pit, and brick walls.

A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel lobby with a bar, seating area, and a patterned carpet.

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Downtown

Glenwood South, 2.2 km from Free Expression Tunnel

Justin

￥21,819

￥24,711 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A restaurant with brick walls, wooden tables, and hanging lights.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city.

A bar area with a brick wall, bar stools, a counter with a cash register, and a large chandelier.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent Sheraton sign, a courtyard with seating, and a modern building adjacent to it.

12. Sheraton Raleigh Hotel

Downtown Raleigh, 3 km from Free Expression Tunnel

Markivus

￥23,956

￥27,130 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a television screen.

A modern bar area with a long wooden table and blue chairs, a bar counter with stools, and a television mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window and a wall with a textured design.

A kitchen counter with a blender, a cutting board with fruit, a bowl of strawberries, a glass, and a potted plant.

13. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Raleigh-University Area

Southwest Raleigh, 4.2 km from Free Expression Tunnel

Timothy

￥19,309

￥21,868 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A two-story house with a front porch, a central staircase, and a brick foundation.

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden bench, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a chair.

A bright, modern interior with white chairs, a wooden bench, and potted plants.

A modern kitchen with a central island, two bar stools, pendant lighting, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

14. Guest House Raleigh

Downtown Raleigh, 3.6 km from Free Expression Tunnel

Alan

￥29,404

￥33,301 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, comfortable seating, and large windows.

A grocery store interior with refrigerated beverage dispensers, snack shelves, and a sign indicating 'The Market'.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a built-in microwave, and a large island with a sink.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a large window with curtains.

15. Residence Inn By Marriott Cary Raleigh

12.6 km from Free Expression Tunnel

Lynn

￥23,932

￥27,103 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern hotel lobby with a large seating area, a bar, and a large window offering a city view.

An indoor swimming pool with a view of a landscaped area, surrounded by chairs and a lifeguard stand.

An outdoor patio with a stone fire feature, seating, and chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a large window.

16. Springhill Suites By Marriott Raleigh Garner

Southeast Raleigh, 10.6 km from Free Expression Tunnel

Sandra

￥23,948

￥27,118 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An outdoor patio area with seating, a fire feature, and string lights.

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, multiple balconies, and outdoor seating areas.

A modern bar area with a rustic ceiling, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A snack display area with shelves of various snacks and a refrigerated section.

17. Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Midtown

North Hills, 6.3 km from Free Expression Tunnel

Renee

￥24,332

￥27,557 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A buffet area with various food options, a coffee station, and a glass partition.

A modern kitchen area with a central island, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a variety of snacks and condiments on the shelves.

A spacious living area with a modern chandelier, a stone accent wall, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a parking lot, and a flagpole.

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh Cary I-40

6.3 km from Free Expression Tunnel

Isaiah

￥23,032

￥26,083 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

An outdoor patio with a brick fire pit, seating, and string lights.

A modern food service area with a self-serve beverage station, a microwave, and a seating area with a blue couch.

A breakfast area with a counter, stools, and a display of food items.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'Hilton' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

19. Tru By Hilton Raleigh Garner

12 km from Free Expression Tunnel

Vanessa

￥15,364

￥17,400 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An outdoor seating area with a view of a sunset over a forested area.

A dining area with a central table surrounded by chairs, a decorative glass sculpture, and a fireplace in the background.

A lobby with a central round table surrounded by armchairs, a chandelier, and a floral arrangement.

A spacious living room with large windows, multiple seating areas, and a central table with lamps.

20. The Umstead Hotel and Spa

9.8 km from Free Expression Tunnel

Ben

￥46,607

￥52,782 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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Compare popular hotels close to Free Expression Tunnel

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
The Longleaf Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,168 reviews	View
Tempo By Hilton Raleigh Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 448 reviews	View
Residence Inn by Marriott Raleigh Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 772 reviews	View
Raleigh Marriott City Center	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
The Casso, Raleigh, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 575 reviews	View

Top Free Expression Tunnel Hotel Reviews

Sheraton Raleigh Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The first thing I noticed when I walked in was the beautiful fragrance. If they had that in a bottle I would have bought some! The staff was friendly and helpful. I was feeling a bit sick at my stomach from all the travel and they had some Tums for sale! Score! Comfortable bed, spotless room. I felt the price was reasonable, except for the parking garage across the street. Would stay again."

The Longleaf Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great fun old motel brought up to date. A great stay!!"

Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh

8/10 Good

"The breakfast was very good!"

Hyatt House Raleigh Downtown/Seaboard Station

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room and we'll kept up new property"

Village District Retreat Near NC State

10/10 Excellent

"The host was easily accessible and very helpful. The fact that the property was pet friendly was a selling point for us. We were able to bring our pets with us. The property was in a quiet neighborhood and very near to a park so we could take our pets on a nice walk."

Comfortable and Quiet Condo near the Village and NC State

10/10 Excellent

"Clean place with a convenient location. Great communication."

Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was good"

The StateView Hotel, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"The surroundings were secluded and peaceful but the hotel was close to shopping and other attractions. The interior, breakfast, ping pong, exercise room. We'll be back soon just for the peace of it."

Walk to NC State & Village District + Firepit, Grill, Cornhole + 2 Kitchens

10/10 Excellent

"We rented for a wedding weekend at a nearby church. We were a group of 5 with a small dog. Very convenient to NC Stare, shopping, and dining. Great location for walking. The ability to walk to dining and local attractions. Large off street parking area. Unique option of two separate living spaces. Pet friendly. Outdoor area with fire pit and chairs. Excellent communication and direction from host."

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Village District

You can enjoy retail therapy at Village District during your visit to Raleigh.

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William Neal Reynolds Coliseum

Catch an event at William Neal Reynolds Coliseum during your trip to Raleigh. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Raleigh Little Theater

8.6/10 (16 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Raleigh Little Theater on your trip to Raleigh. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene.

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WRAL Azalea Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at WRAL Azalea Gardens, a lovely green space in Raleigh. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Raleigh Rose Garden

9.6/10 (4 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Raleigh Rose Garden, a lovely green space in Raleigh. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Theatre in the Park

You can make plans for a show at Theatre in the Park during your trip to Raleigh. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices.

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Pullen Park

8.6/10 (33 reviews)

Pullen Park is just one of the places to see in Raleigh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

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Gregg Museum of Art & Design

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Gregg Museum of Art & Design in Raleigh.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Free Expression Tunnel?

Free Expression Tunnel is located in Raleigh. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 41 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Free Expression Tunnel?

Aloft by Marriott Raleigh is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Free Expression Tunnel. Another good choice is Kasa Village District Raleigh, located just 0.6 mi (1 km) away.

How many hotels will I find close to Free Expression Tunnel?

Expedia has 41 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Free Expression Tunnel.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Free Expression Tunnel, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Free Expression Tunnel.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Free Expression Tunnel?

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What can I see and do near Free Expression Tunnel?

Study the collections at CAM Raleigh, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, or North Carolina Museum of Art. Raleigh Little Theater, North Carolina Executive Mansion, and Historic City Market are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can catch a show at Red Hat Amphitheater, North Carolina Theatre, and Theatre in the Park.

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Our top choices for Free Expression Tunnel hotels

1. The Longleaf Hotel

2. Tempo By Hilton Raleigh Downtown

3. Residence Inn by Marriott Raleigh Downtown

4. Hyatt House Raleigh Downtown/Seaboard Station

5. Raleigh Marriott City Center

6. The Casso, Raleigh, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

7. Aloft by Marriott Raleigh

8. The StateView Hotel, Autograph Collection

9. Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh Downtown

10. AC Hotel by Marriott Raleigh Downtown

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Downtown

12. Sheraton Raleigh Hotel

13. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Raleigh-University Area

14. Guest House Raleigh

15. Residence Inn By Marriott Cary Raleigh

16. Springhill Suites By Marriott Raleigh Garner

17. Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Midtown

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh Cary I-40

19. Tru By Hilton Raleigh Garner

20. The Umstead Hotel and Spa

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Top Free Expression Tunnel Hotel Reviews

Sheraton Raleigh Hotel

The Longleaf Hotel

Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh

Hyatt House Raleigh Downtown/Seaboard Station

Village District Retreat Near NC State

Comfortable and Quiet Condo near the Village and NC State

Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Downtown

The StateView Hotel, Autograph Collection

Walk to NC State & Village District + Firepit, Grill, Cornhole + 2 Kitchens

Other attractions near Free Expression Tunnel

Village District

William Neal Reynolds Coliseum

Raleigh Little Theater

WRAL Azalea Gardens

Raleigh Rose Garden

Theatre in the Park

Pullen Park

Gregg Museum of Art & Design

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