What is Downtown Durham like?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Durham's Downtown Durham neighbourhood has to offer. Make sure that you visit Carolina Theatre and Durham Performing Arts Center as part of your Downtown Durham travel plans.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Downtown Durham?

Based on our traveller data, Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Durham. This hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour health club. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include 21c Museum Hotel Durham and The Durham Hotel .

How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown Durham?

Expedia has 59 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Durham to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Durham area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Durham, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in Downtown Durham.

What are the top things to see and do in Downtown Durham?

American Tobacco Campus, North Carolina Mutual Life Insurance and Scarborough House are notable landmarks to see while you're in Downtown Durham. You could also plan a visit to Carolina Theatre or Durham Performing Arts Center while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Durham include African American Dance Ensemble, Durham Bulls Athletic Park and Fullsteam Brewery. While you're out sightseeing in Durham, make sure that you visit other sights such as Brightleaf Square or Honey Girl Meadery.

How can I get around Downtown Durham and the greater Durham area?

To venture out of town, take a train from Durham Station.

Top 10 Downtown Durham Hotels of 2026

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A modern hotel room with a sofa, a wooden coffee table, a small round table, a lamp, and a view of the cityscape.

1. Durham Marriott City Center

Downtown Durham

Donald

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

2. Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt

Downtown Durham

Cynthia

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

3. 21c Museum Hotel Durham

Downtown Durham

Will

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

4. The Durham Hotel

Downtown Durham

Connie

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

5. Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

Downtown Durham

Bobby

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A breakfast area with a chalkboard menu, a sign indicating breakfast starts here, and a variety of food items like waffles, oatmeal, and fruits.

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Durham/North I-85

2.5 km from Downtown Durham

Cindy

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A lobby with a green sofa, yellow chairs, a coffee table with drinks, and a window with plants.

7. Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center

9th Street District, 2.3 km from Downtown Durham

Hal

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, a wooden headboard, and a carpeted floor.

8. Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG

3.9 km from Downtown Durham

Kimberly R

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, a coffee machine, and a trash bin.

9. Comfort Inn & Suites Durham near Duke University

Croasdaile Farm Master, 4.8 km from Downtown Durham

BRIAN

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit surrounded by wicker furniture and a large window overlooking the building.

10. Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown

Croasdaile Farm Master, 4.8 km from Downtown Durham

Billy

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern interior with a fireplace, two leather chairs, a round table, and a patterned rug.

11. The Lodge at Duke Medical Center

3.4 km from Downtown Durham

angelique

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window with curtains.

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill

North Garrett Road, 7.2 km from Downtown Durham

Yolanda

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A long, narrow hallway with dark walls and wooden flooring.

13. University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center

3.4 km from Downtown Durham

Wayne

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A modern hotel reception area with two wooden reception desks, a large digital display wall, and a seating area with chairs.

14. Hilton Durham near Duke University

5.9 km from Downtown Durham

Deborah

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A waterfall cascading over irregularly shaped rocks into a pond, surrounded by lush greenery and a building in the background.

15. Millennium Hotel Durham

4.7 km from Downtown Durham

Angliea

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center

5.5 km from Downtown Durham

Donna

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a bar area, and a dining space.

17. AC Hotel Durham

4.2 km from Downtown Durham

Frank

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and a fire pit, adjacent to a modern building with large windows.

18. JB Duke Hotel

4 km from Downtown Durham

samantha

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a large umbrella, a fire feature, and a view of the interior through glass walls.

19. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham

9.7 km from Downtown Durham

Stephen

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

20. Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club

4.1 km from Downtown Durham

Lowell

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 778 reviews	View
The Durham Hotel	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 772 reviews	View
Durham Marriott City Center	3.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 883 reviews	View
21c Museum Hotel Durham	4.0 star property	8.4 Very good 1,007 reviews	View
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt	3.5 star property	8.2 Very good 1,003 reviews	View

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Downtown Raleigh

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North Hills

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While visiting Southwest Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Johnson and J.S. Dorton Arena.

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While visiting Midtown Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like North Hills Shopping Center and Village District.

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North Raleigh

While visiting North Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Durant Nature Preserve and Lafayette Village.

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Top Downtown Durham Hotel Reviews

Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh

10/10 Excellent

"Well located, if you need to visit anywhere on the NCSU campus. Walking around the fence and through the parking lot a couple, then south a couple of blocks gives you access to Wolfline route 60. The West side stop goes toward main campus and Dan Allen drive, and it's free. It was nice stretching my legs, and getting where I needed to go without needing to drive and park. The hotel itself is clean and the room was comfortable. The carpet did look old, and things could've been brightened up a little, but overall it was great."

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP

10/10 Excellent

"This property is quaint with a Spanish-like decor. It's very clean and well kept. Staff was friendly and helpful ... Breakfast was a pleasant surprise and most importantly its location is in close proximity to the airport"

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1. Durham Marriott City Center

2. Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt

3. 21c Museum Hotel Durham

4. The Durham Hotel

5. Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Durham/North I-85

7. Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center

8. Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG

9. Comfort Inn & Suites Durham near Duke University

10. Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown

11. The Lodge at Duke Medical Center

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill

13. University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center

14. Hilton Durham near Duke University

15. Millennium Hotel Durham

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center

17. AC Hotel Durham

18. JB Duke Hotel

19. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham

20. Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club

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