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Royal Inn

2.0 star property
Golf hotel near Duke University Hospital

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Outdoor pool
Outdoor pool
Property entrance
Point of interest
Free daily on-the-go breakfast

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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3460 Hillsborough Rd, Durham, NC, 27705
  • Duke University Hospital
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Cameron Indoor Stadium
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Duke University
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Durham

In entertainment district.You'll find Duke University Hospital and Duke University within 3 miles (5 km) of this hotel. Also, Cameron Indoor Stadium is within 3 miles (5 km) and Durham Performing Arts Center is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Duke University Hospital - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Cameron Indoor Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Duke University - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Durham Performing Arts Center - 6 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • North Carolina Central University - 8 min drive - 5.4 miles

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 10 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Cook Out - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Rockin Rolls Sushi Express - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Royal Inn

Golf hotel near Duke University Hospital
Royal Inn offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

There's an onsite business center. A terrace, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Royal Inn. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Durham hotel.

  • 100 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1975
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Royal Inn offers 100 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature washers/dryers and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 55-inch LED televisions come with premium digital channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Durham hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Hindi

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • 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.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LED TV with premium digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25.00 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 25.00 per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Cribs (infant 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.

  • Pet deposit: USD 25.00 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per night
  • 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham).

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 11 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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Royal Inn to the airport?

Royal Inn is 20.9 mi (30-min drive) away from the Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Royal Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Royal Inn.

Does Royal Inn offer free breakfast?

Royal Inn offers free on-the-go breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Royal Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Royal Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Royal Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Royal Inn have a pool?

Royal Inn features an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Royal Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Royal Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Royal Inn to downtown Durham?

Royal Inn is 3.1 mi away from Durham.

Royal Inn Reviews

Reviews

5.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 211 out of 1027 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 171 out of 1027 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 194 out of 1027 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 193 out of 1027 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 258 out of 1027 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

5.0/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Sineta

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was nasty
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

tamara

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

It's alright!

Not exactly what you see in the pictures but it's alright. Everything advertised was there albeit a little less than expectation.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

CM

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best I can say about this Days Inn was that our bed and bathroom were clean. and it was 10 min away from Duke Hospital. The motel is terrible! We will NOT stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Naomi

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Found several dead cockroaches including one between the mattress and box spring. Mattress cover had big brown spots. Tons of mold, brown liquid splashed on the inside of the door. Old candy on the floor. Clearly had not been vacuumed. My socks turned brown from walking on the carpet. Property refused a refund on our two night stay even though we left two hours after checking in.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Patrick

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will not be staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Richard

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This hotel sits behind another closed hotel, the front sign fell off, one of the front doors is boarded up, the front lobby has all sorts of junk in it.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Eric

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed 4 nights with no room cleaning during our stay. Property is in terrible shape
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawnee

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

April

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Days Inn was absolutely disgusting. Lied about amenities… Pool dirty, restaurant not open, TV in lobby not working, no tea, only decaf coffee in room but not offered at breakfast. In room, the door stuck so had to use force to get in, dirty and old food beside microwave, switches sticky and dirty, broken lamp, broken key chain latch, desk chair cushion dirty… used towels to cover chair before sitting on it, and slept on towels on the sheets and pillows. And worst, cockroaches crawling up door frame... I have a video. Very sketchy people and I believe I witnessed a drug deal. There was no sign on hotel lobby car overhang, just outline where it should’ve been. Rooms not soundproofed at all. I did not feel safe and worried about germs/bugs/rodents the entire time… so gross.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Jesus

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Tara

No breakfast or coffee like they are supposed to. Rooms are okay but the floors and bathroom was not very clean and trash was left in room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Anita

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It grows on you if you stay long enough.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

STACY

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

Worst hotel

The hotel was nasty.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Angela

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

LaTonya

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was not clean it has mold on the ceiling there were spiderwebs and bugs in our room the linen on the bed was dirty and stained the air conditioner had mold around it and the refrigerator and microwave had moAlf in it I reserved 2 nights and saw the room and got our money back the staff wouldn’t stay in filth like that so why rent it out I don’t recommend this or any days inn
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

olivia

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Horrible rooms

As far as the customer service, it was phenomenal, but the room itself was horrific. The first room that I was in. Sewage was coming out from the drainage where the shower is….and when I moved into a different room, it smelt great. It looked great, but the air conditioner did not work. I had to borrow a fan from the front desk just so my boyfriend and I won’t be hot. I don’t think that I would stay at Days Inn by Wyndham Durham/Near Duke University again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Dan

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not clean or convenient
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

DáVante

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Lisa

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dirty

The room had an stale cigarette smell even though it was supposed to be a non smoking room. The blanket on the bed had cigarette burns in it. There was trash in the trash can when we checked in. The bathroom floor was soaking wet. Over all not a pleasant experience. I would recommend staying somewhere else.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Pedro

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Terrible experience – avoid at all costs! This place is nothing like the pictures online – total scam! The room we stayed in had mold, broken walls, and was absolutely filthy. The entire place felt more like a shelter than a hotel. The area is extremely unsafe, especially for women – lots of shady people hanging around, possibly homeless. I did not feel safe for a second. This is not a hotel, it’s a nightmare. Do yourself a favor and stay far away from this place!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jamie

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Take this place out of business. It’s disgusting!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was fine. Next door kept going in and out of room 😞, however I was alone so maybe in my head bad thoughts. Brother came for a while, then I felt okay. I feel 😊, being close to office, and like the cameras. I will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lisa, Morganton

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel is absolutely not the one pictured. All the signs on the property are torn down. The locks do not lock. Bedbugs and roaches in the rooms. Stained sheets. Cigarette butts and burn holes on the “comforter.” Used needles and prostitutes outside the main lobby. The pool water is BLACK. The entire structure is falling in
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025