Known as the City of Medicine, Durham is located in Durham County, North Carolina. Durham is home to Duke University and hosts over five million visitors annually. The city offers travelers a variety of outdoor activities that include hiking, horseback riding, tennis and water sports. Some points of interest include Duke Forest, Durham Equine Center, Ambler Tennis Stadium and Flat River. Raleigh-Durham International Airport serves the Durham area, and there are a variety of hotels in the city.
Radisson Hotel Research Triangle Park
Radisson Hotel Research Triangle Park is a non-smoking, three-and-a-half-star hotel that features an outdoor pool, picnic area, jogging trail and fitness room. This pet-friendly hotel accepts dogs and cats under 25 lbs. for an additional $75 non-refundable fee per hotel stay. In addition, the hotel offers free transportation to and from the Raleigh-Durham International Airport and to nearby golf courses, health clubs and other activities.
Radisson Hotel Research Triangle Park
150 Park Dr.
Durham, NC 27709
(919) 549-8631
radisson.com/researchtrianglenc
Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club
Located less than 10 miles from Durham Bulls Athletic Park and Kenan Stadium on the campus of Duke University, Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club is a 271-room, smoke-free hotel. Amenities include an ATM, free newspapers and babysitting services. In addition, this pet-friendly hotel features a golf course, fitness equipment, an indoor pool and spa services.
Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club
3001 Cameron Blvd.
Durham, NC 27705
(919) 490-0999
washingtondukeinn.com/
Staybridge Suites Durham/Chapel Hill
Staybridge Suites Durham/Chapel Hill is a four-floor hotel that features 99 guest rooms. Hotel amenities include a 24-hour fitness center, outdoor pool, barbecue grills and complimentary breakfast. The hotel is less than 10 miles away from Hope Valley Country Club and Cedar Falls Park.
Staybridge Suites Durham/Chapel Hill
3704 Mt. Moriah Rd.
Durham, NC 27705
(919) 401-9800
ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/sb/1/en/home
Courtyard by Marriott Durham
A three-star hotel, Courtyard by Marriott Durham offers 141 guest rooms and two meeting rooms. Amenities include free use of an off-site fitness center, an outdoor seasonal swimming pool and a picnic area.
Courtyard by Marriott Durham
1815 Front St.
Durham, NC 27705
(919) 309-1500
marriott.com/hotels/travel/rdufs-courtyard-durham-near-duke-university-downtown/
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