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A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'Hyatt Place' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking area.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a television, and a bookshelf.

A modern kitchen with beige cabinets, a buffet counter with food and drinks, and neatly stacked plates on the floor.

A fireplace with three cylindrical vases and a framed cityscape above it.

1. Hyatt Place Chapel Hill / Southern Village

Southern Village, 1.9 mi from University Lake

Christine

£116

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a view of a building with large windows.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a modern abstract sculpture, and a patterned floor.

A hotel reception area with a counter, coffee station, and a large window with curtains.

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

9.3 mi from University Lake

Yolanda

£72

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious lobby with wooden ceiling beams, a central bar area, multiple seating options including sofas and chairs, and framed pictures on the walls.

A Hampton Inn Suites hotel with a stone facade, large entrance doors, and a welcoming sign.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, comfortable seating, and a large window.

A spacious indoor area with high ceilings, modern lighting fixtures, and a mix of seating arrangements including sofas and chairs.

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Chapel Hill/Durham, Area

6.7 mi from University Lake

Laura

£98

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden fence.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a television, and a painting on the wall.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and artwork on the walls.

A modern bar area with a refrigerated display, wooden bar counter, and seating.

4. Hyatt Place Durham Southpoint

7.8 mi from University Lake

Leslie

£116

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A modern lobby with a sofa, chairs, and a table.

A modern restaurant with a long wooden bench seating area, multiple tables, and chairs.

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'tru by Hilton' sign, large windows, and a parking lot.

A modern reception area with a central counter, seating, and a view of the outdoors.

5. Tru by Hilton Chapel Hill

6.2 mi from University Lake

Merial

£97

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

An indoor swimming pool with a 3 FT depth marker, a wheelchair-accessible chair, a potted plant, and a view of the outside through large windows.

A multi-story hotel with a flat facade, large windows, and a clear sky.

A reception area with a large screen displaying a sea view, a bench, and a sign indicating the location as Marriott Bonvoy.

6. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham Chapel Hill

7.9 mi from University Lake

Logan

£109

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A brick pathway flanked by neatly trimmed hedges leading to a building with a red facade and a grey roof.

A modern living room with two sofas facing a glass coffee table, a large window with curtains, and a brick wall.

An outdoor dining area with tables set for four, surrounded by a brick pathway and lush greenery.

A restaurant with brick walls, wooden tables, and blue chairs.

7. Rizzo Center, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel

5.6 mi from University Lake

Dale

£164

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A large indoor swimming pool with a skylight ceiling, clear glass walls, and a tiled floor.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and a dishwasher.

8. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham

11.3 mi from University Lake

Stephen

£89

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, large umbrellas, and potted plants.

A modern building with a 'welcome' sign, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A spacious hotel lobby with a large seating area, a fireplace, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Pittsboro

9 mi from University Lake

Kevin

£95

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bar area with wooden chairs, a bar counter, and shelves with bottles.

A multi-level hotel lobby with a large digital art display, multiple seating areas, and a colorful carpet.

A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, including sofas and chairs, and a central coffee table.

A gym with exercise equipment, mirrors, and a patterned floor.

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Durham Southpoint

7.8 mi from University Lake

Tracy

£97

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with multiple floors, a covered outdoor seating area, and a well-lit entrance.

An indoor swimming pool with metal ladders, a tiled wall, and a window with a view of greenery.

A modern lobby with a bar area, seating, and a large TV screen.

A modern bar area with a wooden bar counter, multiple screens, and a variety of beverages.

11. Courtyard by Marriott Raleigh Cary/Parkside Town Commons

11.8 mi from University Lake

Judith

£170

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor patio area with wooden pergolas, seating arrangements, and a view of the adjacent building.

A hotel with a prominent entrance, multiple floors, and a flag.

A breakfast bar with a stone accent wall, a coffee station, and a display of pastries.

A modern lobby with a curved sofa, a round coffee table, and a chandelier. There are stone pillars and a staircase in the background.

12. Homewood Suites by Hilton Durham-Chapel Hill / I-40

7.6 mi from University Lake

Shannon

£112

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A restaurant with tables set for dining, a wine wall, and a chandelier.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a blue ceiling.

A spacious lobby with a central food kiosk, seating areas, and a high ceiling with hanging lights.

An outdoor patio with modern furniture, including sofas and tables, under a green roof.

13. Hilton Garden Inn Durham Southpoint

8.9 mi from University Lake

Heath

£119

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, bedside tables with lamps, a bench, and a wardrobe.

A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a framed abstract painting, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee pods and cups.

A fitness center with various exercise equipment, including treadmills and stationary bikes, and a mirrored wall.

14. Holiday Inn Express Chapel Hill by IHG

6.7 mi from University Lake

Jenna

£85

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel building with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a clear sky.

An indoor swimming pool with blue walls, seating areas, and a lifeguard sign.

A spacious lobby with a seating area, a fireplace, and a large window.

15. Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Pittsboro

9 mi from University Lake

Thomas

£97

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern hotel with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a central staircase.

A modern café interior with a wooden table and benches, a refrigerated display case, and a view of the street outside.

A swimming pool with colorful inflatable toys, a lifeguard chair, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A pool table in a room with large windows, bar stools, and colorful artwork on the walls.

16. Aloft by Marriott Chapel Hill

4.6 mi from University Lake

Michelle

£111

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A spacious, elegantly decorated interior with a central round table, high ceilings, and classic architectural columns.

A well-lit living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

A large, historic building with a central courtyard, columns, and a brick facade.

A banquet hall with round tables, chandeliers, and floral centerpieces.

17. The Carolina Inn, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel

3.4 mi from University Lake

Tony

£344

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A swimming pool with a clear edge and a shallow end, surrounded by lounge chairs and a covered area.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a large screen.

A rooftop patio with a fire feature, outdoor seating, and a swimming pool.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a large mirror, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a dining table.

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Chapel Hill-Carrboro/Downtown

3 mi from University Lake

Kelly

£102

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with a coffee machine, and a refrigerator with food items.

A gym with exercise equipment, a TV, and a rack of dumbbells.

A reception desk with a sign reading "Comfort Inn" and a clock above it.

19. Comfort Inn University Durham - Chapel Hill

7.8 mi from University Lake

Tracy

£73

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and potted plants.

A restaurant with a large dining area, a counter with a menu, and large windows.

A spacious hotel lobby with a high ceiling, patterned carpet, and a variety of seating options including tables and chairs.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

20. Residence Inn by Marriott Chapel Hill

6.4 mi from University Lake

Farnaz

£108

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to University Lake

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hyatt Place Chapel Hill / Southern Village	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill	8.6 Excellent 1,984 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Chapel Hill/Durham, Area	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Durham Southpoint	9.4 Exceptional 1,012 reviews	View
Tru by Hilton Chapel Hill	9.0 Wonderful 981 reviews	View

Top University Lake Hotel Reviews

Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill

10/10 Excellent

"I was so greatly and pleasantly surprised by how nice this hotel is. My room was really large, with a nice seating area and a big terrace open to the stars and overlooking Franklin Street. The shower was really big and very strong water pressure, giving me a nice back massage with my morning shower. The location can't be better, so close to campus and also great restaurants and bars on Franklin Street. But the highlight was when i had a family emergency, the woman at the front desk showed incredible kindness and helped us out. Absolutely recommend this hotel,it's really the best in Chapel Hill no doubt."

Hampton Inn & Suites Chapel Hill-Carrboro/Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Comfortable, clean and convenient location!"

Highland Comfort - Private Peaceful Retreat

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful well furnished cozy family home in a quiet neighborhood yet just a few minutes from the U."

Stylish Downtown Bungalow with Fire Pit

8/10 Good

"The beds are very comfortable with plush pillows make for a great night sleep. They also have sound machines in all the rooms."

Home in Carrboro, Fully Renovated!

10/10 Excellent

"House and location were perfect for a long weekend setting my daughter up at UNC. Carrboro is a great little town to explore in the Chapel Hill area. Recommend the Saturday morning farmers market which is walkable and features fresh produce and artisan products. The neighborhood is quiet and walkable. We brought our two dogs who loved the small fenced in yard but loved walking the town as well!"

3 Bedroom Homestead Getaway - Walkable Carrboro, Minutes to UNC

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, very comfortable bedrooms/living room, well stocked kitchen etc.Everything one could want was provided. Very attractive home with comfy vibe.Overall, an excellent stay!"

Charming 4-Bedroom Retreat Near UNC

10/10 Excellent

"Great location great pool"

The Cozy Bungalow - Official Historic Home Near UNC!

10/10 Excellent

"This place was perfect. It had everything we needed and the bed was very comfortable!"

Convenient well appointed home near downtown Carrboro and farmers market

10/10 Excellent

"Incredibly clean, nicely appointed, and very quiet house. We had a happy stay there while my son was in a program at UNC."

Other attractions near University Lake

Southern Community Park

After visiting Southern Community Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chapel Hill. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Quailview Recreation Area

After visiting Quailview Recreation Area, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chapel Hill. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Carrboro Farmers Market

9.2/10 (7 reviews)

During your visit to Carrboro, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Carrboro Farmers Market. Attend a sporting event or visit the stunning cathedral in this family-friendly area.

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Carrboro Century Center

8.0/10 (3 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Carrboro Century Center during your trip to Carrboro. Add the area's stunning cathedral or shops to your travel plans.

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The Artscenter

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to The Artscenter during your trip to Carrboro. Add the area's shops or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.

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Grovepark

After visiting Grovepark, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Pittsboro. Take in the art scene while you're in the area.

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Briar Chapel Commons

Briar Chapel Commons is just one of the places to see in Chapel Hill, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Dean Smith Center

9.2/10 (261 reviews)

Catch an event at Dean Smith Center during your trip to Chapel Hill. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's stunning cathedral.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University Lake?

University Lake is located in Chapel Hill. Travellers love the area for its array of dining options, sporting events and stunning cathedral. You'll find 122 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near University Lake?

Hyatt Place Chapel Hill / Southern Village is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 1.9 mi (3 km) from University Lake. Other good choices within 5 miles include Hampton Inn & Suites Chapel Hill-Carrboro/Downtown and The Carolina Inn, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel.

How many hotels will I be able to find near University Lake?

Expedia has 122 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from University Lake.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University Lake, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals near University Lake.

What can I see and do near University Lake?

Study the collections at The Carolina Basketball Museum, Morehead Planetarium or Ackland Art Museum. Sights like Franklin Street, Gimghoul Castle and Horace Williams House are must-sees while exploring the area. You can catch a show at Memorial Hall, Paul Green Theatre and PlayMakers Repertory Company.

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Our top choices for University Lake hotels

1. Hyatt Place Chapel Hill / Southern Village

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

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Chapel Hill/Durham, Area

4. Hyatt Place Durham Southpoint

5. Tru by Hilton Chapel Hill

6. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Durham Chapel Hill

7. Rizzo Center, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel

8. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Pittsboro

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Durham Southpoint

11. Courtyard by Marriott Raleigh Cary/Parkside Town Commons

12. Homewood Suites by Hilton Durham-Chapel Hill / I-40

13. Hilton Garden Inn Durham Southpoint

14. Holiday Inn Express Chapel Hill by IHG

15. Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Pittsboro

16. Aloft by Marriott Chapel Hill

17. The Carolina Inn, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Chapel Hill-Carrboro/Downtown

19. Comfort Inn University Durham - Chapel Hill

20. Residence Inn by Marriott Chapel Hill

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Top University Lake Hotel Reviews

Graduate by Hilton Chapel Hill

Hampton Inn & Suites Chapel Hill-Carrboro/Downtown

Highland Comfort - Private Peaceful Retreat

Stylish Downtown Bungalow with Fire Pit

Home in Carrboro, Fully Renovated!

3 Bedroom Homestead Getaway - Walkable Carrboro, Minutes to UNC

Charming 4-Bedroom Retreat Near UNC

The Cozy Bungalow - Official Historic Home Near UNC!

Convenient well appointed home near downtown Carrboro and farmers market

Other attractions near University Lake

Southern Community Park

Quailview Recreation Area

Carrboro Farmers Market

Carrboro Century Center

The Artscenter

Grovepark

Briar Chapel Commons

Dean Smith Center

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