Durham Marriott City Center

3.5 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour fitness center, near Duke University

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Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk
Point of interest
Daily buffet breakfast (USD 16.95 per person)
Reception
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    BarBar
  • Parking available
    Parking availableParking available
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
    HousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Gym
    GymGym

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

12:00 PM

Explore the area

Map
201 Foster St, Durham, NC, 27701
  • Popular LocationDurham Performing Arts Center6 min walk
  • Popular LocationDuke University19 min walk
  • Popular LocationDuke University Hospital4 min drive
  • AirportRaleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)17 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Durham

Located in Downtown Durham within a mile (2 km) of Duke University, Durham Marriott City Center is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights such as North Carolina Central University. This 190-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a 24-hour gym, and a 24-hour business center.

What's nearby

  • Durham Convention Center - 3 min walk
  • Durham Performing Arts Center - 6 min walk
  • Durham Bulls Athletic Park - 9 min walk
  • Duke University - 19 min walk
  • Duke University Hospital - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 5 min walk
  • The preferred airport is Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): 18-min drive, 14.3 mi/23 km.

Restaurants

  • ‪The Parlour - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Oak House - Durham - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bull McCabe's Irish Pub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Luna Rotisserie and Empanadas - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria Toro - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Durham Marriott City Center

Hotel with a 24-hour fitness center, near Duke University
Guests of Durham Marriott City Center enjoy a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Valet parking is available for USD 20 per day. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a 24-hour business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and express check-in.
Guests can expect WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels and pay movies. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and down comforters, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, safes, and phones are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

Languages

Arabic, English, Filipino, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 6.95 per day)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekend buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 16.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Starbucks
  • Table South Kitchen & Bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms

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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (31 inches high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (33 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 9 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4 PM
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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free rollaway/extra beds are available
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 16.95 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 6.95 per day (rates may vary)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 20 per day (in/out privileges)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 4 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers valet parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Durham City Center Marriott
Durham Marriott City Center
Marriott Durham City Center
Marriott Hotel Durham City Center
Durham Marriott City Hotel Durham
Marriott Durham
Durham Marriott City Center Hotel
Durham Marriott City Center Hotel
Durham Marriott City Center Durham
Durham Marriott City Center Hotel Durham

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Durham Marriott City Center?

Durham Marriott City Center offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Durham Marriott City Center?

As of Jul 27, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Durham Marriott City Center on Jul 28, 2024 start from $149.0, 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.

What's there to do within easy reach of Durham Marriott City Center?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Durham, just steps from Carolina Theatre and African American Dance Ensemble, and within a short walk of Durham Performing Arts Center. You'll also find Durham Bulls Athletic Park and American Tobacco Campus less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Durham Marriott City Center?

Yes, valet parking is offered for USD 20 per day with in/out privileges. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Durham Marriott City Center include a casino?

No, Durham Marriott City Center doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Durham Marriott City Center?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Durham Marriott City Center?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Does Durham Marriott City Center have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Durham Marriott City Center have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Durham Marriott City Center serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge on weekend mornings at Table South Kitchen & Bar.

Will Durham Marriott City Center allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Durham Marriott City Center though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Durham Marriott City Center?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Durham Marriott City Center?

The closest major airport to Durham Marriott City Center is Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), which is 14.3 mi away (18 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Durham Marriott City Center?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Durham Marriott City Center.

Durham Marriott City Center Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 410 out of 737 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 213 out of 737 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 737 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 737 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 737 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Manuel, joliet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice facilities and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Melanie

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Melinda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Near the DPAC
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penelope

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penelope

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great and helpful staff. We enjoyed having a restaurant in the hotel.Thanks for a wonderful visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alfredo

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penelope

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel card reader had trouble running my credit card which caused a check in delay and my card being double charged. I had to meet with their accounts department the next morning to get it resolved. Not cool!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Miguel

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice property convenient to most attractions. Very courteous staff. Nice, quiet room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yves

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just what we expected. Best value for the dollar and added to a great evening.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Carolina Theater.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Monica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Wi-fi is not free unless you booked the room directly. Breakfast starts at $20. Staff not very pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary, wolcott

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay and will definitely be back next time we go to Raleigh!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was pleasantly surprised
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyn M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First time in Durham
We loved getting the text early in the morning that our room was cleaned and ready. Plus the check in online was great! Kim on Housekeeping was a sweetheart, so helpful and informative about the Durham area. Great trip, wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and enjoyable. Food options are limited.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Bridgette

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alex and then valet service excellent
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

teri

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only spent one night but everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024