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Highest-rated hotelHome2 Suites by Hilton Durham University Medical Center – 5
Cheapest month to bookAugust
Average 4-star hotel priceC$255 per night

Your guide to finding the best hotels in Durham, North carolina

Make the most of your time in Durham by staying at a hotel that meets your needs. We’ve picked some of Durham's best hotels, from luxurious to more modest hotels.

Best time to visit Durham

Durham is an interesting travel destination year-round, but what you hope to do (or avoid) during your trip should be considered while making plans, such as weather and price. Low and high season in Durham

Busiest month(s): June attracts the largest number of travellers to Durham, leading to an average nightly rate of $268. If you are booking during this period, anticipate relatively higher rates compared to the quieter times of the year, where average prices drop to $168 per night.

Quietest month(s): Secure lower prices on hotel rooms and avoid peak season prices by planning your visit in July, when the average cost per night average is $168.

Durham gets a low amount of rain, great if you enjoy drier weather.

To escape the rainy season, plan your trip to Durham in December.

The most expensive month to stay in Durham is June, when you should be prepared to spend an average of $268 on your hotel. Throughout the year, weekend rates hover around $171 per night, and peak on Saturday. On weekdays, you’ll spend on average $169 for a night’s stay, while Thursday is typically the cheapest day of the week to reserve a room.

Where to stay in Durham, North carolina

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Popular hotels in Durham

Here are some other popular hotels in Durham:

The Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center provides a great stay with its 3-star rating and range of amenities. The hotel offers an excellent retreat in the heart of Durham. You can enjoy its free Wi-Fi, complimentary breakfast, on-site parking, and air conditioning.

The Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club is also a good choice for comfort and affordability. With a 4-star rating, this hotel offers free breakfast, fitness center, outdoor pool, and business center options.

If you are searching for a 3-star hotel that offers both comfort and modern amenities, look no further than the Hampton Inn & Suites Durham North I-85. The hotel provides a pool, fitness center, restaurant, and free Wi-Fi to make your stay a great one.

The La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Univ Area Chapel Hill is a 2.5-star hotel that has plenty of amenities, such as a pool, Gym, restaurant, and free Wi-Fi.

With a modern and comfortable design, the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Raleigh - Durham is a 3-star hotel that provides free Wi-Fi, fitness center, business center, and complimentary breakfast.

Things to do in Durham

Durham has a ton to discover and do right in the heart of the city, like The Scrap Exchange. If you love food, you'll enjoy the authentic local cuisine, creative twists on classics, and flavors from around the world at The Original Q Shack, Guglhupf Bakery, Cafe & Biergarten, Elmo's Diner, Bull City Burger and Brewery, and Maggiano's - Durham.

Finding cheap hotels in Durham: FAQs

In Durham, the expected average temperature in February is 5°C. The warmest month is typically July, which averages 33°C. The coolest month is January, with temperatures averaging -2°C. The rainiest month is July, and the driest month is December.
You can always cancel or amend your hotel reservation if you need to, but look out for hotels in Durham with free cancellation or flexible booking options if you want to protect your money. Some hotels allow you to cancel and get your money back if your plans change.
Of course, the cheapest hotel deal we found within the next seven days is C$73 per night. If you need somewhere in the next 24 hours, we've found you somewhere to stay for C$73 per night.
The average price of a hotel during the week is C$196 per night, and the average price on weekends is C$185. Overall, it looks like the cheapest day to stay in Durham could be Sunday.
The nearest airport to Durham is Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU), which is 17.0km from the city center.
We crunched some numbers on our calendar and found that Sunday is the cheapest day to stay in Durham, and the most expensive day seems to be Friday.
The average price of a 3-star hotel in Durham is currently around C$224 per night, and the cheapest 3-star hotel we've found is C$89 per night.
The average price of a 4-star hotel in Durham is currently around C$318 per night, and the cheapest 4-star hotel we've found is C$138 per night.
The cheapest month to stay in a hotel in Durham is August, with an average price of C$181 per night. The most expensive month is May, when the average room rate can be up to C$226 per night. These average prices are based on all the hotels we found – from hostels to fancy 5-star hotels.
The average price of a hotel in March is C$195 per night, which is around 3% lower than the rest of the year.