Urban energy meets relaxation at this downtown Durham hotel, featuring a cozy lobby fireplace, high-speed internet, and easy access to city attractions.
Aloft Durham Downtown sits in the city center, offering a contemporary stay with subtle Southern influences. Guests cool off in the outdoor pool, gather around the welcoming lobby fireplace, and use in-room WiFi while exploring nearby sites including Duke University.
Located in Downtown Durham, a neighborhood in Durham, Aloft Durham Downtown is near a train station. Carolina Theatre and Hayti Heritage Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Fullsteam Brewery and Honey Girl Meadery. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Durham Bulls Athletic Park or McDougald-McLendon Gymnasium. Visit our Durham travel guide
27701, NC, Durham, 345 Blackwell Street
What's nearby
American Tobacco Campus
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Duke University
20 min walk - 1.7 km
Durham Performing Arts Center
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Durham Bulls Athletic Park
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Durham Convention Center
7 min walk - 0.7 km
Getting around
Durham Station
10 min walk
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
21 min drive
Restaurants
The Lenny
5 min walk
Mellow Mushroom
3 min walk
Bull Durham Beer Co.
4 min walk
The Daily Beer Bar
6 min walk
Tobacco Road Sports Cafe
1 min walk
About this property
Aloft Durham Downtown
Hotel near Duke University
At Aloft Durham Downtown, you can look forward to a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a fireplace in the lobby. In addition to a bar and a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
An outdoor pool
Breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
Express check-out, express check-in, and a front-desk safe
An elevator, a 24-hour front desk, and concierge services
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 134 rooms have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and desk chairs.
More amenities include:
Free infant beds and free extra beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses, and down comforters
Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Electric car charging station on site
Covered self parking on site (USD 15 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Food and drink
On-the-go breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 5 to 8 per person
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Billiards/pool table
Outdoor pool
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Free rollaway/extra bed
In-room crib
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Business services
Business center
Computer station
Outdoors
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
An off-leash area is available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 5.00 to 8.00 per person
Covered self parking fee: USD 15.00 per day (in/out privileges)
Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
We should mention
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Aloft Durham Downtown Hotel
Aloft Durham Downtown
Frequently asked questions
Does Aloft Durham Downtown have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Aloft Durham Downtown?
As of Mar 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aloft Durham Downtown on Mar 29, 2026 start from ¥28,085, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Aloft Durham Downtown pet-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 50.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking?
Self parking is available for USD 15.00 per day.
What time is check-in at Aloft Durham Downtown?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Aloft Durham Downtown?
Check-out is at noon.
Where is Aloft Durham Downtown located?
Located in Downtown Durham, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of American Tobacco Campus and Duke University. Durham Performing Arts Center and Durham Bulls Athletic Park are just steps away. Durham Station is 10 minutes by foot.
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Reviews
Aloft Durham Downtown Reviews
9.0
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Really enjoyed my stay. The room was extremely clean and well appointed. The staff was friendly. Check in and out was extremely easy. Parking was easy, just make sure to get your parking pass. The only slight problem is that it was hard to find. I didn't realize it was attached to the DPAC building and the Aloft sign was not easily seen. I didn't eat breakfast so I can address the food.
The Hotel was nice. Clean and well maintained. The staff was very pleasant and helpful. It was terrifically conveniently located next to the Durham Bulls Ballpark with plenty of restaurants nearby.
My only complaint was the pay for breakfast in the lobby. It was Continental Style…but only the coffee was free.
Spacious room and clean which are important. The gym was good. The pool is a bit smaller and mostly hidden from the sun for a large portion of the day. Not the end of the world, but just good to know. Parking is 15 overnight in the garage next door and easily accessible. Free coffee downstairs
Great location, comfortable stay, good service. We have stayed at this hotel several times—a convenient location to DPAC and Durham Bulls with walking distance restaurants.
The staff at the Aloft went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable! The recent renovation is beautiful. The food for breakfast was great, and the bar was easily accessible and great service. I highly recommend this hotel!
Loved the hotel staff, proximity to DPAC and the room was very nice. The 2 train horns during the night was the only issue. But would stay there again anyway.
This is my third time staying at the property. I enjoy the spacious and clean rooms. The employees are friendly, professional, and very helpful in answering questions.
Stayed here 3 nights during our college tours in the area. Loved the size of the hotel room. Easy parking in the garage right next door to the hotel. Great gym and pool to cool off. Lobby bar and pool table was a nice spot to hang out at night and relax. Loved the location too!
Hotel was clean and has a convenient location. Parking is easy with garage near by. Only knock I had was there was construction happening during our stay so a bit noisy.
The staff was super friendly, everything from check-in, passing staff in the elevators, and halls, to check-out. Also, this is literally next door to DPAC, so if you are going to a show there, extremely convenient!
We were in town for a Durham Bulls game -- excellent location!!!! We were able to wait in our room for the rain to pass :) Ate dinner across the street - excited for the new milkshake restaurant to open for our next visit. Staff exceedingly friendly and helpful. Hotel is busy but they were super calm and patient.
We love staying here for the convenience to DPAC and downtown Durham. The rooms are very comfortable & clean and the staff is welcoming, friendly and professional. Until this visit, we were never awakened by trains in the middle of the night, but this time we were, with shrill whistle blasts.