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.

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Our top choices for Downtown Durham hotels

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

HK$1,130 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

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

2. Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

Downtown Durham

Bobby

HK$1,278 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

3. 21c Museum Hotel Durham

Downtown Durham

Gary

HK$1,317 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a city view.

4. The Durham Hotel

Downtown Durham

Kweku

HK$1,694 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

5. Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt

Downtown Durham

Cynthia

HK$1,122 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

6. Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center

9th Street District, 2.3 km from Downtown Durham

Michael

HK$1,111 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A large indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by beige tiled flooring and walls, with large windows allowing natural light.

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

2.5 km from Downtown Durham

Mohammed

HK$1,089 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

HK$979 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

9. JB Duke Hotel

4 km from Downtown Durham

samantha

HK$1,770 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

10. The Lodge at Duke Medical Center

3.4 km from Downtown Durham

Elise

HK$1,281 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

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

11. Comfort Inn & Suites Durham near Duke University

Croasdaile Farm Master, 4.8 km from Downtown Durham

Robert

HK$806 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center

5.5 km from Downtown Durham

LaGrant

HK$1,210 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

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

13. Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club

4.1 km from Downtown Durham

Lowell

HK$2,135 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

Isaac

HK$941 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A compact kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a dishwasher.

15. Home2 Suites by Hilton Durham University Medical Center

5.5 km from Downtown Durham

katey

HK$1,278 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

The American Tobacco building with a prominent tower and a sign reading "Lucky Strike".

16. University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center

3.4 km from Downtown Durham

Nicole

HK$1,033 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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

17. Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown

Croasdaile Farm Master, 4.8 km from Downtown Durham

Pamala

HK$824 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a bathroom.

18. Courtyard Raleigh-Durham Airport/Brier Creek

13.4 km from Downtown Durham

Sharon

HK$1,150 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative vase on a table.

19. HYATT house Raleigh Durham Airport

16.5 km from Downtown Durham

bradley ilof

HK$976 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An outdoor seating area with a circular fire pit surrounded by wicker chairs and a table.

20. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham Chapel Hill

9.5 km from Downtown Durham

Joseph

HK$1,137 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Durham

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 781 reviews	View
The Durham Hotel	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 779 reviews	View
Durham Marriott City Center	3.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 888 reviews	View
21c Museum Hotel Durham	4.0 star property	8.4 Very good 1,011 reviews	View
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt	3.5 star property	8.2 Very good 1,000 reviews	View