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Our top choices for Durham historic hotels

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

1. Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center

Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center
3.0 star property
9th Street District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean, updated rooms with good amenities and coffee. Helpful staff. Pleasant, open community spaces."
United States
Suzanne
The price is £105
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center
A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, multiple floors, and a balcony on the second floor.

2. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham City View

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham City View
3.5 star property
Durham
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (600 reviews)
"thin walls but nice location and staff"
United States
Jeff
The price is £108
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham City View
A breakfast area with a chalkboard menu, a sign indicating breakfast starts here, and a variety of food items like waffles, oatmeal, and fruits.

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

Hampton Inn & Suites Durham/North I-85
2.5 star property
Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Staffing was great and rooms clean"
United States
Mitzie
The price is £103
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites Durham/North I-85
A hotel entrance with a modern design, glass doors, and a colorful ceiling.

4. Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown

Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (781 reviews)
"The hotel is renovated and cozy and the staff made it a great stay ."
United States
Bobby
The price is £121
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Aloft by Marriott Durham Downtown
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, and a brick building in the background.

5. Residence Inn Durham McPherson/Duke University Medical Cntr

Residence Inn Durham McPherson/Duke University Medical Cntr
3.0 star property
Trinity Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (510 reviews)
"Really convenient central hotel and a reasonable price during the week. Loved having a kitchenette and seating area in the studio. Very comfortable and quiet."
United Kingdom
Nadia
The price is £125
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Residence Inn Durham McPherson/Duke University Medical Cntr
An outdoor cafe with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a bicycle parked nearby.

6. The Durham Hotel

The Durham Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (786 reviews)
"Generally we had a good experience in this hotel."
United States
Yiching
The price is £172
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
The Durham Hotel
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a wooden coffee table, a small round table, a lamp, and a view of the cityscape.

7. Durham Marriott City Center

Durham Marriott City Center
3.5 star property
Downtown Durham
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (888 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay"
United States
Donald
The price is £107
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Durham Marriott City Center
A hallway with wooden paneling, a tiled floor, and three spherical light fixtures.

8. 21c Museum Hotel Durham

21c Museum Hotel Durham
4.0 star property
Downtown Durham
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Had a great stay at the 21C Museum hotel. The bar was excellent!"
United States
Gary
The price is £125
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
21c Museum Hotel Durham
A rooftop pool area with red umbrellas, white lounge chairs, and a view of a tall building in the background.

9. Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt

Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt
3.5 star property
Downtown Durham
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean rooms and comfortable beds. Very convenient location."
United States
Cynthia
The price is £101
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt
A hotel entrance with a stone facade, large wooden doors, and a view into the interior.

10. Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club

Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club
4.0 star property
Durham
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great"
United States
Frederick
The price is £202
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club
A stone fire pit surrounded by striped chairs and tables in an outdoor lounge area with a view of a building in the background.

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center

Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center
2.5 star property
Durham
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (596 reviews)
"Everything was great, front desk check in, room clean."
United States
LaGrant
The price is £103
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites Durham University Medical Center
An outdoor patio area with round tables and chairs, large umbrellas, and a glass door entrance.

12. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Durham

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Durham
3.0 star property
Durham
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (67 reviews)
"Pretty pleasant stay overall. I’d book here again."
United States
Shakina
The price is £85
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Durham
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden fence.

13. Hyatt Place Durham Southpoint

Hyatt Place Durham Southpoint
3.0 star property
Durham
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Love this place. So clean and staff are excellent. Really enjoy staying here!"
United States
Jessica
The price is £121
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hyatt Place Durham Southpoint
An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and a fire pit, adjacent to a modern building with large windows.

14. JB Duke Hotel

JB Duke Hotel
4.0 star property
Durham
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (742 reviews)
"Shoutout to Dean; excellent customer service! Beautiful hotel and wedding venue!"
United States
Marcy
The price is £151
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
JB Duke Hotel
A fire pit with seating, a dining area with tables and chairs, and a building with a brick facade.

15. Home2 Suites by Hilton Durham University Medical Center

Home2 Suites by Hilton Durham University Medical Center
3.0 star property
Durham
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (364 reviews)
"Ample parking big spacious room, nice breakfast, just lots of road noise in the room"
United States
Gaurav
The price is £121
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Home2 Suites by Hilton Durham University Medical Center
An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs, a fire feature, and a large umbrella.

16. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham
4.0 star property
Durham
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Would stay again."
United States
Sierra
The price is £97
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham
A long, narrow hallway with dark walls and wooden flooring.

17. University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center

University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center
2.0 star property
Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Friendly staff, decent room."
United States
Nicole
The price is £90
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center
Exterior

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh-Durham AP/Research Triangle

Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh-Durham AP/Research Triangle
3.0 star property
Durham
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (736 reviews)
"The rooms were a nice size."
United States
Bethany
The price is £93
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh-Durham AP/Research Triangle
A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window with curtains.

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill
3.0 star property
North Garrett Road
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,961 reviews)
"The room was clean, staff was great"
United States
Kelly
The price is £69
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill
A buffet setup with various food items in metal containers, a patterned wall in the background, and a sign indicating a cheese omelet option.

20. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Raleigh Durham Airport at RTP by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Raleigh Durham Airport at RTP by IHG
2.5 star property
Durham
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (936 reviews)
"Nice large rooms, good breakfast, clean hotel"
United States
Dave
The price is £93
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Raleigh Durham Airport at RTP by IHG
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Top Durham Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill

8/10 Good
"location close to Duke and Chapel Hill"
Ellen 2-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill

Frequently asked questions

What should a history buff expect from a stay in Durham?
You're already probably planning a visit to sights of historical relevance during your holiday in Durham. While you're here, you might want to visit the university campus and major shopping area. You can also relish a trip to the top-notch restaurants.
How many historically relevant hotels will I find in Durham?
Durham is home to 777 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.
What are the top historical places and other sights to visit in Durham?
Durham is notable for landmarks like American Tobacco Campus, Wallace Wade Stadium and Cameron Indoor Stadium. Cultural venues include Carolina Theatre, Museum of Life and Science and Hayti Heritage Center. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Durham Performing Arts Center and Durham Bulls Athletic Park.
What is a historic hotel like in Durham?
Guests who choose a historic hotel can spend a night or two in a place that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are often found within the guestrooms or public spaces of these historic hotels in Durham, giving a historical feel.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
The two are similar. "Historic hotel" is a term often used in the US, whereas "heritage hotel" is common in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to emphasise the architecture and actual building. A heritage hotel draws meaning mainly from the cultural value and how it inspired the community.
Do historic hotels in Durham have modern facilities?
Yes, efforts are made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions, while interiors have safety features and modern conveniences. Tourists who book a stay can expect the usual amenities from a contemporary hotel such as private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, and free and fast Internet. Booking a historic hotel in Durham doesn't mean you're picking a place that's uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.

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