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Aloft Durham Downtown

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Exterior
Outdoor pool
Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
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Overview of Aloft Durham Downtown

Aloft Durham Downtown

3.0 star property

9.0/10 Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
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345 Blackwell Street, Durham, NC, 27701

Guests rated this location 9.8/10 - Exceptional

Explore the area

  • Popular LocationDurham Performing Arts Center2 min walk
  • Popular LocationDurham Convention Center9 min walk
  • Popular LocationDuke University18 min walk
  • AirportRaleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)21 min drive

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About this area

Durham

Aloft Durham Downtown is located in Downtown Durham, a neighborhood in Durham, and is near a train station. American Tobacco Campus and North Carolina Mutual Life Insurance are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Brightleaf Square and Northgate Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Durham Bulls Athletic Park or Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice.

What's nearby

  • American Tobacco Campus - 1 min walk
  • Durham Performing Arts Center - 2 min walk
  • Durham Bulls Athletic Park - 2 min walk
  • Durham Convention Center - 9 min walk
  • Duke University - 18 min walk

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 10 min walk
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mellow Mushroom - 2 min walk
  • Press Coffee, Crepes & Cocktails - 1 min walk
  • Boricua Soul - 4 min walk
  • Tobacco Road Sports Cafe - 2 min walk
  • The Parlour - 6 min walk

About this property

Aloft Durham Downtown

3-star hotel near Duke University
Consider a stay at Aloft Durham Downtown and take advantage of a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a fireplace in the lobby. In addition to a bar and a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • ATM/banking services, a front-desk safe, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A TV in the lobby, express check-in, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews give good marks for the bar, helpful staff, and walkable location
Room features
All 134 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak well of the clean, quiet rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses, and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 47-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter
Follows standard cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Follows industry cleaning and disinfection practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)

Social distancing

Contactless check-in and check-out
Guest rooms kept vacant for 48 hours between stays
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Temperature checks available for guests
Masks and gloves available
Hand sanitizer provided
Individually-wrapped food options available for breakfast
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Covered self parking on site (USD 15 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Breakfast to-go available for a fee 6:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends; USD 5–8 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Fixed shower seat
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • In-room accessibility (select rooms)
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height bed
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Low-height desk
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Portable shower seat
  • Roll-in shower (select rooms)
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 47-inch flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 3:00 PM - anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 5.00–8.00 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 15.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ friendly)

Property is also known as

Aloft Durham Downtown Hotel
Aloft Durham Downtown

Frequently asked questions

Does Aloft Durham Downtown have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Aloft Durham Downtown?

As of Mar 26, 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aloft Durham Downtown on Apr 9, 2023 start from $177.65, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Aloft Durham Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 20.00 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Aloft Durham Downtown?

Self parking is available for USD 15.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Aloft Durham Downtown?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM - anytime.

What time is check-out at Aloft Durham Downtown?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Aloft Durham Downtown located?

Located in Downtown Durham, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of American Tobacco Campus and Duke University. Durham Performing Arts Center and Durham Bulls Athletic Park are also within 5 minutes. Durham Station is 10 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free at Aloft Durham Downtown and receive a full refund?

Yes, Aloft Durham Downtown offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to Aloft Durham Downtown cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 364 out of 580 reviews" "
" "10 - Excellent 63%
Rating 8 - Good. 150 out of 580 reviews" "
" "8 - Good 26%
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 580 reviews" "
" "6 - Okay 8%
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 580 reviews" "
" "4 - Poor 2%
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 580 reviews" "
" "2 - Terrible 1%

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.5/10

Amenities

9.1/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Clinton, Naples

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Josue, New Bern

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Two minute walk to DPAC.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fumitoshi

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

michael

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for a Business meeting. Location is great. Rooms are BIG. Meeting are was perfect. Staff was very attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

JEFFREY E

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent customer service. Clean and well appointed rooms. Perfect for the downtown getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to the DPAC
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

General hotel information

Highly Rated Amenities
Room & Property Cleanliness
Star Rating
3
Nearest Airport
Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
Address
345 Blackwell Street, Durham, NC