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Our top choices for Durham hotels with a river view

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

1. 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, (1,956 reviews)
"The room was clean, staff was great"
United States
Kelly
$82 nightly
The price is $93
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill
An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit surrounded by wicker furniture and a large window overlooking the building.

2. Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown

Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown
3.0 star property
Croasdaile Farm Master
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"This hotel is clean and quiet, we had a restful stay."
United States
Lynn
$93 nightly
The price is $105
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown
A lobby with a green sofa, yellow chairs, a coffee table with drinks, and a window with plants.

3. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Location"
United States
cindy
$122 nightly
The price is $138
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center
A modern hotel reception area with two wooden reception desks, a large digital display wall, and a seating area with chairs.

4. Hilton Durham near Duke University

Hilton Durham near Duke University
3.5 star property
Durham
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,029 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Thien
$106 nightly
The price is $120
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Durham near Duke University
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, a coffee machine, and a trash bin.

5. Comfort Inn & Suites Durham near Duke University

Comfort Inn & Suites Durham near Duke University
2.5 star property
Croasdaile Farm Master
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,215 reviews)
"Good room and breakfast"
United States
Robert
$94 nightly
The price is $107
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Inn & Suites Durham near Duke University
A hallway with wooden paneling, a tiled floor, and three spherical light fixtures.

6. 21c Museum Hotel Durham

21c Museum Hotel Durham
4.0 star property
Downtown Durham
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Gorgeous art galleries and friendly staff. Our room was clean and spacious and our stay was lovely. We will be back for sure!"
United States
Jennifer
$139 nightly
The price is $157
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
21c Museum Hotel Durham
A buffet setup with various food items in metal containers, a patterned wall, and a counter with utensils.

7. Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG
2.5 star property
Durham
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Good location to Duke Medical Center. Nice hotel. Breakfast was OK."
United States
Paul E.
$103 nightly
The price is $117
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG
An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and a fire pit, adjacent to a modern building with large windows.

8. JB Duke Hotel

JB Duke Hotel
4.0 star property
Durham
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (753 reviews)
"Clean, great shampoo/ shower products, welcome my small service dog. Great quiet location."
United States
David Elliott
$177 nightly
The price is $201
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Total with taxes and fees
JB Duke Hotel
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a wooden coffee table, a small round table, a lamp, and a view of the cityscape.

9. Durham Marriott City Center

Durham Marriott City Center
3.5 star property
Downtown Durham
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (893 reviews)
"The location was perfect - mere steps from the Carolina Theatre, which was my destination - and everyone on staff was incredibly friendly."
United States
Judith
$127 nightly
The price is $144
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Durham Marriott City Center
A modern interior with a fireplace, two leather chairs, a round table, and a patterned rug.

10. The Lodge at Duke Medical Center

The Lodge at Duke Medical Center
3.0 star property
Durham
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Close to medical center, great little hotel, and excellent staff. Have stayed a few times already, and will book again."
United States
Jeanne
$131 nightly
The price is $149
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Total with taxes and fees
The Lodge at Duke Medical Center
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Top Durham Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn University Durham - Chapel Hill

Comfort Inn University Durham - Chapel Hill

8/10 Good
"Over all, its a nice hotel for the cost. You get a nice mostly clean room, ok breakfast, with a affordable cost. Yet, the area around the hotel is less desirable. Lots of restaurants and amenities but you can tell hard times has hit the area. 7/10"
Stephen 3-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Comfort Inn University Durham - Chapel Hill

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