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University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center

2.0 star property
Hotel with free local shuttle, steps from Durham VA Medical Center

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University Inn Durham, beside Duke University Medical Center, offers convenience for visitors. Guests enjoy laundry facilities and free in-room WiFi. Nearby, explore the beautiful Sarah P. Duke Gardens, with an area shuttle making it easy and stress-free.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(68 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 370 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 370 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 474 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
  • 474 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
502 Elf St, Durham, NC, 27705

What's nearby

  • Durham VA Medical Center - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Duke University Hospital - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sarah P. Duke Gardens - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Duke University Chapel - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Duke University - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 4 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Big Bad Breakfast - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Twinnie's Cafe - ‬14 min walk

About this property

University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center

Hotel near Duke University Hospital
Located close to Durham VA Medical Center and Sarah P. Duke Gardens, University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center provides laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • A free area shuttle, self parking (surcharge), and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • An elevator, smoke-free premises, and a TV in the lobby
  • A 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle up to 3 mi
  • Self parking on site (USD 10 per night)

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1988
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 10.00 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per day
  • 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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 5.98 mi (9.62 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

University Inn Duke Hospital
University Inn Duke Hospital Durham
University Inn Durham across Duke Hospital
University Durham across Duke Hospital

Frequently asked questions

Is University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center?

As of Nov 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center on Nov 23, 2025 start from $114.0, 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 10.00 per night.

What time is check-in at University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center located?

Situated in Durham, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Durham VA Medical Center, Duke University Hospital, and Sarah P. Duke Gardens. Duke University Chapel and Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 605 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 247 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff, clean room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rapti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

GARY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and convenient location and transportation services from the hotel all over the country area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, air conditioning works great,
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly. Check in was easy. Parking was convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
All above
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

SEQUISHA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will most certainly be staying here again. It’s very convenient to the hospital
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The friendly service and the cleanliness go far beyond what a person might expect for the price. These folks earn their success.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Has a very convenient shuttle to take you where you need to be at the hospital.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Min

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent place to live in Duke.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Flexible with customer. Helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harmon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The assortment of food and drink items for use in room was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Short walk to Duke Eye Clinic, just a few blocks off interstate. This was our 2nd stay. Will be back in August 26. Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
These rooms are spacious, clean and alltogether comfy. We enjoyed our stay and the staff were very accommodating and friendly. Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
After a long and stressful day at the hospital, it was great to fall into a comfy bed. I love that it was walking distance from the hospital.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
floor weeped water between the bath area and the sink had to pay for parking no breakfast provided really?
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, super convenient. Big room with great AC. Great value for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and very nice staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

EUGENE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very convient to DUKE MEDICAL CNT ONLY 4 MINITUES TO MEDICAL CIRCLE STAFF VERY FRIEDLY CLOSE TO DINNING LOCATION ONLY PROBLEM FOUND BATHROOM TO BE VERY TIGHT
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alane

Liked: Amenities
We loved this hotel! It was spotless, quiet, spacious, and kind. We appreciate the water bottle filler and snack options in the lobby as well as the separate shower & sink areas and ample fridge space in the rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is perhaps one of the cleanest hotel rooms I’ve ever stayed in. The beds are very comfortable and the shower is powerful. The staff is friendly and the room was cleaned every day! Much better than anticipated!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to where I needed to be
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025