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

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Days Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Midtown : Stay within a 10-minute drive of Crabtree Valley Mall and Raleigh Convention Center. Enjoy access to the fitness center, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Red Roof Inn Raleigh Northeast - Downtown : Free parking and a 24-hour front desk are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. It's located within a short 10-minute drive of Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek. Motel 6 Raleigh, NC – Downtown South : Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a 10-minute drive of North Carolina State University and Raleigh Convention Center. Motel 6 Raleigh, NC - Cary : It's located within a 10-minute drive of North Carolina State Fairgrounds and North Carolina State University. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a soaking tub. Days Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Glenwood-Crabtree : Stay within a quick 4-minute drive of Crabtree Valley Mall. Enjoy access to the business center, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

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Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds (surcharge), WiFi (free)

1. Days Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Midtown

North Hills

Charlie

￥12,749 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

2. Motel 6 Raleigh, NC – Downtown South

Southwest Raleigh

Valerie

￥11,574 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 10 - Aug 11

3. Super 8 by Wyndham Raleigh Downtown

Southwest Raleigh

David

￥11,582 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, high-speed internet

4. Red Roof Inn Raleigh Northeast - Downtown

Southeast Raleigh

Michelle

￥8,840 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 11 - Aug 12

5. Econo Lodge Garner - Raleigh

Garner

Kim

￥11,937 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | WiFi (free), bed sheets

6. Budget Inn

Durham

Susan

￥10,613 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

7. Days Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Glenwood-Crabtree

Northwest Raleigh

Allison

￥12,445 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

8. Econo Lodge Research Triangle Park

Durham

Steven

￥9,478 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | WiFi (free), bed sheets

9. Motel 6 Raleigh, NC - North

Northeast Raleigh

Lisa

￥12,022 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

10. Motel 6 Raleigh, NC - Cary

Raleigh

Jessica

￥11,249 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 13 - Aug 14

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Smithfield/Selma

Smithfield

Mook

￥10,518 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

12. Days Inn by Wyndham Benson

Benson

Erwin

￥13,282 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

13. Four Oaks Lodging & RV Resort

Four Oaks

Richard

￥12,015 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 22 - Aug 23

14. Americas Best Value Inn Smithfield

Smithfield

Alberta

￥13,746 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 20 - Aug 21

15. Night Inn by Hotel O Selma I 95

Selma

Amber

￥11,477 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 21 - Aug 22

16. Super 8 by Wyndham Garner/Clayton/Raleigh

Garner

Tabitha

￥15,375 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Raleigh?

If you're not able to find a motel in Raleigh, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let Expedia help you find something similar from over 2307 hotels and other lodging options. Simply filter using our search tools by nightly room rate or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.

What's it like to stay in a motel?

At most motels, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. When you stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room directly from the parking lot. Introduced in the early 1950s, customized neon signs often lit up the roadside motels, and examples today can still be seen along historic U.S. Route 66.

What are the best motels in Raleigh?

Days Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Midtown: Stay within a 10-minute drive of Crabtree Valley Mall and Raleigh Convention Center. Enjoy access to the fitness center, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Red Roof Inn Raleigh Northeast - Downtown: Free parking and a 24-hour front desk are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. It's located within a short 10-minute drive of Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek. Motel 6 Raleigh, NC – Downtown South: Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a 10-minute drive of North Carolina State University and Raleigh Convention Center. Motel 6 Raleigh, NC - Cary: It's located within a 10-minute drive of North Carolina State Fairgrounds and North Carolina State University. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a soaking tub. Days Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Glenwood-Crabtree: Stay within a quick 4-minute drive of Crabtree Valley Mall. Enjoy access to the business center, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

How many motels can I expect to find in Raleigh?

Expedia has 13 inexpensive motels in Raleigh.

What can I do in Raleigh?

While you're sightseeing, check out the college campus and great live music. Those who've visited Raleigh speak highly of its shops, theater scene, and restaurants. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Dorothea Dix Park, Pullen Park, and J.C. Raulston Arboretum. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Marbles Kids Museums, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, and Buffaloe Road Aquatic Center. Some historical places you might want to see include North Carolina Executive Mansion, Raleigh Little Theater, and Lafayette Village.

What's the seasonal weather like in Raleigh?

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Raleigh 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 46°F. Average annual precipitation for Raleigh is 54 inches.

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

We've gathered some information about getting around Raleigh to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), which is located 10.7 mi (17.3 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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