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University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center

2.0 star property
Hotel near Durham VA Medical Center in Durham

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Dining
Front of property - evening/night
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave
Hallway

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

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502 Elf St, Durham, NC, 27705
  • Duke University Hospital
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Duke University
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Cameron Indoor Stadium
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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
(20 reviews)
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(64 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

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

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About the area

Durham

In Durham .At this hotel, you'll be steps from Durham VA Medical Center and within a 10-minute walk of Duke University Hospital. Also, Sarah P. Duke Gardens is within half a mile (1 km) and Duke University Chapel is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Duke University Hospital - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Duke University Chapel - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Duke University - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Durham Performing Arts Center - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Cameron Indoor Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Enzo's Pizza Co. - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Twinnie's Cafe - ‬14 min walk

About this property

University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center

Hotel near Durham VA Medical Center in Durham
University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center offers its guests coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities, and a television in a 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
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center offers 48 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

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

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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: 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.

Property 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 each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 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

University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 596 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 260 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1002 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cliff

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The front staff was friendly and efficient. The cleanliness was on point. Excellent job!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness
I accidentally booked the incorrect date. Neither customer service or the website were helpful. Cost an extra $25.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valeria

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the cleanest hotels I have ever stayed at and very friendly and accommodating staff. Only thing I missed was an in room coffee maker even though the room had a kitchette. They provide complimentary coffee but u have to go down to the lobby
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Max

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The pictures don’t represent reality.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daryl

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

10/10 Excellent

Ahmad, burr ridge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vickie

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vickie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay. The staff was very helpful and nice. Thanks for everything.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking is hard for larger vehicles...
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and convenient. Extra charge for parking and third person in room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lena

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Very quiet and peaceful. Love that it's in walking distance to Duke Hospital for my appointments.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Located in close proximity to the hospital.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivelisse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ira

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Extremely convenient location, awesome staff friendly and helpful. Not the latest immensities but clean and comfortable. Only one minor thing was parking, limited and if you have appointments or plans for the evening parking could be difficult.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Curtis Arthur, Moore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
.spacious and spotlessly clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donovan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very clean

Exceptionally clean room and great servce
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ralph

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linwood

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful.It was clean, very quiet.Excellent shuttle service every morning.Couldn't ask for a nicer place !
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025