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A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, multiple floors, and a balcony on the second floor.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small seating area, and a kitchenette.

A modern dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and geometric pendant lighting.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a beverage refrigerator, and a well-stocked snack bar.

1. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham City View

1.8 km from North Carolina Central University

Taurean

￥20,319

￥23,061 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A modern building with a curved facade and a flat roof.

A spacious lobby with a curved ceiling, large windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including sofas, tables, and chairs.

A group of people performing yoga on mats in an outdoor setting with a wooden deck and a city view in the background.

2. The Durham Hotel

Downtown Durham, 2.7 km from North Carolina Central University

Connie

￥29,447

￥33,423 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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

A modern lounge area with blue sofas, round tables, and hanging paper lanterns.

A neatly made bed with white linens, a bottle of champagne, a glass, and a tray with strawberries and a candle on a hotel room.

A modern bar area with a bar counter, stools, and a seating area with sofas and a patterned ottoman.

3. Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

American Tobacco District, 2.3 km from North Carolina Central University

Bobby

￥28,124

￥31,922 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern elevator lobby with marble walls, a bench, and a central elevator with a colorful door.

A modern restaurant with a central bar, high ceiling, and contemporary lighting.

A modern lobby with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a decorative ceiling piece.

A hotel entrance with a glass facade, a flagpole, and a person standing in front.

4. 21c Museum Hotel Durham

Downtown Durham, 2.6 km from North Carolina Central University

Janice

￥24,085

￥28,128 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A rooftop pool area with red umbrellas, white lounge chairs, and a view of a tall building in the background.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table, a floor lamp, and a large window offering a city view.

A modern living room with a coffee table, sofas, and a dining area with chairs.

A poolside area with two lounge chairs, a small table with a drink, and a blue beach ball.

5. Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt

Downtown Durham, 2.7 km from North Carolina Central University

Cynthia

￥17,604

￥22,673 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A bar area with multiple liquor bottles, a Spaceman machine, and posters advertising events like 'The Dive In' and 'Night Swim'.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a patterned wall.

A rooftop pool area with multiple red umbrellas, lounge chairs, and a swimming pool.

An outdoor seating area with a white table, blue sofas, and a large umbrella.

6. Unscripted Durham

Downtown Durham, 2.7 km from North Carolina Central University

￥20,960

￥23,918 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a cityscape mural on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled floor.

A modern dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, and a sofa with red ottomans.

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center

7.4 km from North Carolina Central University

Nicole

￥20,050

￥22,757 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern lobby with a central seating area, a TV screen, and a patterned wall.

A reception area with a counter, a welcome sign, a digital screen, and a hallway leading to a dining area.

A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside table, TV, and a small desk area.

A modern kitchen with a built-in refrigerator, a gray sofa, and a gray armchair.

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh-Durham Airport-Brier Creek

13.2 km from North Carolina Central University

Maurice

￥18,693

￥21,170 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An outdoor patio area with round tables and chairs, large umbrellas, and a glass door entrance.

A modern living room with a fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern restaurant with round tables and yellow chairs, a bar area, and a 'Hello Fall' sign.

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

9. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Durham

11.5 km from North Carolina Central University

Chip

￥18,788

￥21,324 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, seating, and a covered area.

A modern dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a counter with stools.

A multi-story hotel with a 'TOWNEPLACE' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking area with cars.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a 'HELLO Morrisville' sign, a 'PINCH' sign above a snack display, and a 'Manager on Duty' sign.

10. Towneplace Suites By Marriott Raleigh-Durham Airport/Morrisville

13.8 km from North Carolina Central University

Anthony

￥15,989

￥18,106 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A breakfast counter with various food items and a sign that reads 'TOP IT BREAKFAST'.

A modern hotel lobby with a central counter, a refrigerated display case, and a seating area with a sofa.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, large windows, and a circular ceiling design.

11. Tru by Hilton Raleigh Durham Airport

14.1 km from North Carolina Central University

Muthukumar

￥17,493

￥19,811 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden fence.

A modern bar area with a refrigerated display, wooden bar counter, and seating.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a glass canopy and an American flag.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and artwork on the walls.

12. Hyatt Place Durham Southpoint

9.6 km from North Carolina Central University

Jessica

￥21,372

￥24,258 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A modern room with a desk, chair, television, and kitchenette.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent "HOME 2" sign, a brick facade, and a well-lit entrance.

13. Home2 Suites by Hilton Durham University Medical Center

7.4 km from North Carolina Central University

katey

￥22,068

￥25,047 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a wooden dresser, and a framed picture on the wall.

A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, parking lot, and landscaping.

A welcome sign for Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority with a clear sky and trees in the background.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a display of coffee products.

14. Holiday Inn Express Raleigh Durham Airport by IHG

14.6 km from North Carolina Central University

Michael

￥17,414

￥19,722 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a no diving sign, and a seating area with chairs and tables.

A modern hotel lobby with a sectional sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.

A modern hotel lobby with a long dining table, multiple chairs, a sofa, and a bar area.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, several chairs, a large monitor, and pendant lighting.

15. Hyatt House Raleigh / RDU / Brier Creek

12 km from North Carolina Central University

Alton

￥17,414

￥19,721 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, a central fountain, and seating areas.

A bar area with multiple liquor cabinets and hanging pendant lights.

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, stone pillars, and string lights.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a fireplace, a walk-in closet, and a bathroom with a round mirror and vanity.

16. Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Durham Airport Brier Creek

13.3 km from North Carolina Central University

Darren C.

￥25,184

￥28,522 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An outdoor patio with a table set for a meal, surrounded by chairs and a red umbrella.

A bathroom with a granite countertop, a mirror, and a potted plant.

A tented outdoor dining area with round tables set for a meal, each with white chairs and yellow tablecloths.

A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, a desk, and a chair.

17. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham

7 km from North Carolina Central University

Stephen

￥16,282

￥18,479 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

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

A person performing a yoga pose outdoors with trees and a golf course in the background.

A dining area with a chandelier, tables, chairs, and a Christmas tree.

A hotel with a stone lion statue, a covered entrance, and a landscaped garden.

18. Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club

4.8 km from North Carolina Central University

Antonio

￥37,994

￥43,123 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with multiple floors, a covered outdoor seating area, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a large screen displaying information.

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

An indoor swimming pool with metal ladders, a tiled wall, and a window with a view of greenery.

19. Courtyard by Marriott Raleigh Cary/Parkside Town Commons

14.1 km from North Carolina Central University

Judith

￥25,433

￥28,803 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A brick pathway flanked by neatly trimmed hedges leading to a building with a red facade and a grey roof.

A modern living room with two sofas facing a glass coffee table, a large window with curtains, and a brick wall.

An outdoor dining area with tables set for four, surrounded by a brick pathway and lush greenery.

A restaurant with brick walls, wooden tables, and blue chairs.

20. Rizzo Center, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel

11.7 km from North Carolina Central University

Dale

￥28,179

￥31,983 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Compare popular hotels close to North Carolina Central University

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham City View	9.2 Wonderful 591 reviews	View
The Durham Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 778 reviews	View
Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown	9.0 Wonderful 780 reviews	View
21c Museum Hotel Durham	8.4 Very good 1,000 reviews	View
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt	8.2 Very good 1,007 reviews	View

Top North Carolina Central University Hotel Reviews

Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt

8/10 Good

"The place was awesome! I'm not going into details....I came home with some bed bug bites......🤔"

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham City View

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect"

21c Museum Hotel Durham

10/10 Excellent

"Stellar customer service!! Look elsewhere for food."

The Durham Hotel

8/10 Good

"They properly was really nice and I really like the decor and amenities. We were disappointed, however to learn upon arrival that they rooftop restaurant was closed for a private function. We were excited in advance for our trip about having some social time there, only to find that it was closed."

COZY SUN FILLED HOME / MODERN VILLA NEAR DOWNTOWN

10/10 Excellent

"Great property. Very clean. Great beds"

Stylish Durham Getaway Near Duke / DT - Fun Backyard

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful stay, Amazing host very accommodating! VERY ACCOMMODATING & UNDERSTANDING. I definitely recommend hands down."

Duke ~2 miles, Walk to Downtown, Close to NCCU, DBAP, and ATC

10/10 Excellent

"You will love your stay here. If looking for a place that not only convenient to downtown, but also gives you all the feelings of being at home, this is the place for you. Our host was extremely gracious and informative. You will appreciate their knowledge of the area, which will help in maximizing your stay. This home is relaxing and cozy. I would absolutely stay here again."

Tapin7 Oasis

10/10 Excellent

"The house was clean and well stocked. House rules were clearly posted. The beds were comfortable."

Sunny Sage Cottage

10/10 Excellent

"We had an exceptional stay during a challenging time. Our daughter underwent surgery at Duke University Hospital, and this cottage proved invaluable—both as a serene refuge the evening before the procedure and as a restorative retreat during her early recovery. The proximity to the hospital eliminated unnecessary travel during a medically sensitive period, while the thoughtfully appointed interior and meticulous upkeep provided genuine comfort when we needed it most. The aesthetic warmth of the space created an environment conducive to rest and recovery. We would not hesitate to return should circumstances bring us back to the area."

Other attractions near North Carolina Central University

Dr. James E. Shepard Monument

Find out about the history of Durham when you spend time at Dr. James E. Shepard Monument. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Institute for the Study of Minority Issues

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Institute for the Study of Minority Issues in Durham. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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McDougald-McLendon Gymnasium

Catch an event at McDougald-McLendon Gymnasium during your trip to Durham. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Stanford L. Warren Library

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Stanford L. Warren Library in Durham. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Forest Hills Park

Explore the great outdoors at Forest Hills Park, a lovely green space in Durham. Discover the area's lively festivals and stunning cathedral.

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Black Wall Street

You can find out about the history of Durham when you stop by Black Wall Street. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Hayti Heritage Center

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Hayti Heritage Center in Durham. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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The Brothers Vilgalys Spirits

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at The Brothers Vilgalys Spirits during your travels to Durham. Attend a sporting event or visit the stunning cathedral in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around North Carolina Central University?

North Carolina Central University is located in an area of Durham known for its stunning cathedral and lively festivals. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 54 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near North Carolina Central University?

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham City View is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a fitness center. It's located 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from North Carolina Central University. Other good options within 5 miles include Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt and 21c Museum Hotel Durham.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to North Carolina Central University?

Expedia has 54 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from North Carolina Central University.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near North Carolina Central University, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get top deals close to North Carolina Central University.

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What can I see and do near North Carolina Central University?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University and Museum of Life and Science. While you're exploring, swing by American Tobacco Campus, Wallace Wade Stadium, and Cameron Indoor Stadium to learn a bit about the area. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Sarah P. Duke Gardens and Forest Hills Park.

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1. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham City View

2. The Durham Hotel

3. Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

4. 21c Museum Hotel Durham

5. Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt

6. Unscripted Durham

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh-Durham Airport-Brier Creek

9. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Durham

10. Towneplace Suites By Marriott Raleigh-Durham Airport/Morrisville

11. Tru by Hilton Raleigh Durham Airport

12. Hyatt Place Durham Southpoint

13. Home2 Suites by Hilton Durham University Medical Center

14. Holiday Inn Express Raleigh Durham Airport by IHG

15. Hyatt House Raleigh / RDU / Brier Creek

16. Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Durham Airport Brier Creek

17. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham

18. Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club

19. Courtyard by Marriott Raleigh Cary/Parkside Town Commons

20. Rizzo Center, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel

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Top North Carolina Central University Hotel Reviews

Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham City View

21c Museum Hotel Durham

The Durham Hotel

COZY SUN FILLED HOME / MODERN VILLA NEAR DOWNTOWN

Stylish Durham Getaway Near Duke / DT - Fun Backyard

Duke ~2 miles, Walk to Downtown, Close to NCCU, DBAP, and ATC

Tapin7 Oasis

Sunny Sage Cottage

Other attractions near North Carolina Central University

Dr. James E. Shepard Monument

Institute for the Study of Minority Issues

McDougald-McLendon Gymnasium

Stanford L. Warren Library

Forest Hills Park

Black Wall Street

Hayti Heritage Center

The Brothers Vilgalys Spirits

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