In downtown Durham, The Durham Hotel offers an inviting atmosphere with a rooftop terrace and coffee shop. Savor American cuisine at Roof at the Durham or unwind with a newspaper and enjoy extended services like dry cleaning, luggage storage, and tour assistance.
Durham Performing Arts Center - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Durham Bulls Athletic Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Duke University - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Cameron Indoor Stadium - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
Getting around
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 18 min drive
Durham Station - 6 min walk
Cary Station - 23 min drive
Restaurants
The Parlour - 2 min walk
Thai At Main Street - 4 min walk
Viceroy - 4 min walk
The Oak House - Durham - 3 min walk
Bull McCabe's Irish Pub - 5 min walk
About this property
The Durham Hotel
The Durham Hotel features a rooftop terrace and puts you a short five-minute drive from Duke University and Duke University Hospital. After visiting the 24-hour fitness centre for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. This boutique hotel is also within a short drive of Research Triangle Park. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
53 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking
On-site garage
24-hours off-site parking within 200 ft (USD 24.75 per day)
Street parking available
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
2 bars/lounges
Restaurant
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
Bike rentals nearby
Working away
Business centre
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Romance packages
Facilities
Rooftop terrace
24-hour fitness centre
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible
Assistive listening devices available
Raised toilet seat
Low-height worktop and sink
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Be entertained
IPod docking station
Flat-screen television
Premium digital channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Free cot/infant bed
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Free local calls
Food and drink
Fridge
More
Housekeeping (on request)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
Roof at the Durham – This rooftop bar specialises in American cuisine and only serves light fare.
Restaurant at the Durham – This restaurant specialises in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Coffee Shop at The Durham – This coffee shop only serves light fare. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Local cuisine breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 8 to 15 per person
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday and Sunday:
Bar/lounge
Restaurant
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs USD 24.75 per day (200 ft away; open 24 hours)
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Durham Hotel
The Durham Hotel Hotel
The Durham Hotel Durham
The Durham Hotel Hotel Durham
Frequently asked questions
Does The Durham Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Durham Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Durham Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Durham Hotel?
No, unfortunately. However, there's street parking available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Durham Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at The Durham Hotel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Enjoy amenities such as 2 bars and a 24-hour fitness centre.
Are there restaurants at or near The Durham Hotel?
Yes, Roof at the Durham offers American cuisine.
What's the area around The Durham Hotel like?
The Durham Hotel is in Downtown Durham, a short 6-minute walk from Durham Station and 19 minutes' walk from Duke University.
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The Durham Hotel Reviews
Reviews
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Service staff
Room
Restaurant
Location
Bar
Rooftop bar
Elevator
Bed
Lobby
Coffee
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as very good and amazing. (3 reviews)
The property's restaurant is FABULOUS, serving delicious, inventive food with great service and atmosphere. (6 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
2 Jul 2025
Very conveniently located and had a decent breakfast.
Margaret
Margaret, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
28 Jul 2025
Great location, beautiful roof top patio!
Rooms are well appointed and quiet.
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Donna
Donna, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
31 Jul 2025
Very original and comfortable. Excellent breakfast, excellent roof top restaurant.
Anne
Anne, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
20 Jul 2025
Very clean property and room. Very comfortable.
Roxanne
Roxanne, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
1 Jul 2025
We loved the location of the hotel and all of the special touches. We really enjoyed the ground local coffee delivered each morning and the coffee bar in the lobby. The snack bar in the room had local products for purchase, and there was a complimentary Burt’s Bees (another local company) hand balm in the room. The rooftop bar is a lot of fun and the hotel is near lots of shops and restaurants. The staff is super friendly and helpful and the hotel is very clean - extremely important to us!! You will love staying here!
Susann
Susann, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
2 May 2025
Had a great time at the Durham Hotel. The elevator was a little nerve wracking but everything else was great. Service was excellent and everything we needed was in walking distance.
MICHAEL L
MICHAEL L, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
16 Mar 2025
Great property! Perfect place to stay when you have events in Durham
jackie
jackie, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
14 Dec 2024
Nice place to stay
Alison
Alison, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
19 Jan 2025
Beautiful hotel
Amanda
Amanda, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
16 Jun 2025
Good hotel right in downtown. Cool architecture. Splendid public spaces; lobby and rooftop. Large room, pretty spare. Serious about their coffee. Would have been nice if staff had assisted us unloading to check in during a torrential downpour. Several staff standing around inside. No one assisted. Had to come in to borrow umbrella.
Arthur
Arthur, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
20 Nov 2024
Great Stay!
Great stay....perfect for DPAC venue
Valerie
Valerie, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
7 Mar 2025
Love the room service option.
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
18 Dec 2024
Great place to stay and they have a lot to offer the people were really nice and the bar on the roof top and also the view is amazing definitely recommend it
Leo
Leo, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
20 Jul 2025
Great location, park at the deck across the street (free on weekends/$25 weekdays)- walk to tons of great restaurants downtown. Very cool boutique hotel details like fresh ground coffee dropped at your door in the mornings, and tray of local Durham-made snacks in the room for reasonable prices. Some biological looking stains on our sofa were offputting and our robes had some stains as well. Our carpet in the room had a big bleached out spot at the entrance. The cleaning isn’t impeccable- but I definitely felt the bed linens, towels, and shower/bathroom were clean. Bed was comfy, room was quiet. The desk staff brought up water and ice when we needed it, they were also very friendly and helped with making recommendations. We were celebrating an anniversary and the hotel sent up a kind gift for our special occasion. Would stay again.
Sheri
Sheri, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
18 Jan 2025
The hotel and staff were very nice. Clean rooms as well.
Ashley
Ashley, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
17 Mar 2025
It was a good night's stay. The food in the cafe was excellent for dinner, the service attentive. A minor problem was addressed swiftly and well. We will return.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
7 Mar 2025
Overnight stay for a concert.
Came for a concert at the Carolina Theater & it was literally a 5 minute walk. Great minimalist boutique hotel. Spacious room. Lobby had a cool mid-century feel. Very friendly staff. Fun rooftop bar with cool views. Would definitely stay here again.
Whitney
Whitney, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
9 Feb 2025
Loved this place. Will definitely stay here again. Our room was great. The rooftop bar was fabulous. Staff was excellent and friendly. We went to a show at the Carolina Theater and walked within 5 minutes. Parking was easy. Overall great experience
Lori
Lori, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
9 Feb 2025
The Durham staff was terrific. They were friendly, and helpful. The hotel was clean and my room was nice. Highly recommended.
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
26 Oct 2024
The Durham Hotel is a fun, funky property in the heart of Durham. The property is queaky clean, has super friendly staff and excellent food. We will stay there again!
Jeanne
Jeanne, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
8 Dec 2024
I loved this hotel! It was amazing and so comfortable. And the staff were so friendly. Ill definitely be back. I have to say this, this is probably one of my favorite hotels in downtown durham.
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
25 May 2024
Great stay
Super nice staff, great rooftop bar.
Nathanel
Nathanel, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
29 May 2024
Room was spacious and our stay was very quiet.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
17 Dec 2024
Nice hotel, wonderful staff, but the walls were a bit thin in our room so you could hear the guests in the next room.
Eric
Eric, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
30 Nov 2024
Customer Service & Location
Peacock provided excellent customer service! Location was great!