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University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center

2.0 star property

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Lobby
Front of property – evening/night
Fridge, microwave
Lobby

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$182
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar

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502 Elf St, Durham, NC, 27705
  • Place, Durham VA Medical Center
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Duke University Hospital
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Duke University
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(69 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 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
(53 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Durham

University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center places you steps from Durham VA Medical Center and within a 10-minute stroll of Duke University Hospital. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a television in a common area. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of a free area shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Durham hotel include Sarah P. Duke Gardens and Duke University Chapel.

What's nearby

  • Durham VA Medical Center - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Duke University Hospital - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sarah P. Duke Gardens - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Duke University Chapel - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Duke University - 2 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center

University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center offers its guests coffee/tea in common area, laundry facilities, and a television in common area. WiFi is free in public spaces. A free area shuttle within 3 miles is available. Parking is available for a fee.

This Durham hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 48 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1988
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center offers 48 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

This Durham hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free area shuttle up to 3 miles
  • Parking on site (USD 10 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking

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.
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1988
  • Smoke-free property

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per day
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self-parking fee: USD 10.00 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your 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 parking available at University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center?

Yep, University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center has a self car park for USD 10.00 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

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

As of 27 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center on 6 Mar 2026 start from 182.17, including 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 there a free airport shuttle available at University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center?

No, University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 621 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 239 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1001 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alfred

Travelled with pets
Liked: Amenities
This is my go-to hotel when I visit Duke University. It is very clean, and the rooms are great—plenty of room, comfortable, quiet. I only wish the parking spaces were a little wider, but I feel safe having my car parked there anyway.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Terri

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
There are no amenities, there’s free coffee in the lobby but no coffee maker in the rooms. Hotel is very clean, beds are comfortable, staff is very pleasant. If you pay through a 3rd party (like Expedia) you have to pay $10 extra for parking. There aren’t a lot of options within walking distance of the hotel in case you want a drink or something to eat.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy, St Petersburg

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is an excellent hotel for the price. The staff was friendly, the room clean and comfortable, and the location is great. We will stay here in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kerri

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
There is a parking fee that they charge when you arrive that we did not know about. They charge $10.00 to park in their lot when you stay with them, in addition to the price to stay in their hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything but the staff at the front desk. She was not friendly. Poor hospitality.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, great access to the city!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pieter, Norfolk

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious with fridge and microwave and great shower
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Almost perfect accommodation. Those who use hairdryers will need to bring their own. Excellent staff. Spotlessly clean. Bed is so comfortable. Peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The rooms were spacious, clean and quiet. And the proximity to Duke Cancer Center was a big plus! Each room had a refrigerator and microwave. And the common area had a pantry, offering beverages, microwaveable meals and snacks.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
All above
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and spacious room. Comfortable beds and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was large and well cleaned - staff friendly and professional
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Alfred

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spacious, quiet, and clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

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

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was much bigger than I expected!! Was clean and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, the staff was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rapti, BETHESDA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel close to Duke University
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Qamar

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
There was no heat the unit would blow cold air out when you had the heat on I went down to the front office and was told they couldn't help me I had 2 kids and my wife with me made my experience horrible
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy, Waynesville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Marian

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not recommended.

Very basic, like a Motel 8. Dark vinyl flooring. No decor. While it did have fridge & microwave and bed was comfortable, it was not a warm, inviting room. The bathtub was very, very slick & dangerous. No grab bars. There was a rolled up rubber mat that I discovered after I got in the shower, but the ends curled up after it was laid in the shower. The water temperature was difficult to modulate. No coffee in the room. TV was good, but volume was too soft & couldn't be raised sufficiently. I guess this hotel is primarily used for patients & families using Duke Medical Center. Price was exhorbitant for the quality of motel & parking cost an additional $10.☹️
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean & comfortable with plenty of room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025