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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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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 | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(69 reviews)
  • 370 sq ft
  • 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
(54 reviews)
  • 370 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 474 sq ft
  • 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 | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

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

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About the neighborhood

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

  • Durham VA Medical Center - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Duke University Hospital - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sarah P. Duke Gardens - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Duke University Chapel - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Duke University - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles

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

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
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.

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center to the airport?

University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center is 16.1 mi (20-min drive) away from the Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Mar 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center on Mar 21, 2026 start from $141, 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.

Does University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center.

Does University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center offer free breakfast?

University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 10.00 per night.

Does University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center have a pool?

University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center does not have a pool.

Does University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center to downtown Durham?

University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center is 2.1 mi away from Durham.

University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 622 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 237 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1000 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Davis

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was large and exceptionally clean. The staff were courteous and the van drivers were friendly and arrived on time. This is a great placecto stay near the medical and nursing campus.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chase, Cherokee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everyone was very nice. The hotel was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great and very friendly! Everything was very clean! Very nice stay and definitely reasonable rates!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They were so great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Rick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking penalty fee for not booking direct. :-(
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a wonderful room with a king sized bed. The room was spacious and ver clean. The heat worked well. It was also very close to the VA hospital where I was seeing my brother.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

phillip

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great bang for the buck. Close and convenient to everything Duke. Friendly staff, clean room, and free shuttle service.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loyd

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room and a quiet location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Haitong

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent

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

10/10 Excellent

Alfred

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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 traveler, Traveled 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 traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
All above
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025