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University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center

2.0 star property

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A compact kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, and a flat-screen TV on a dark cabinet.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a desk, a heater, and a window with curtains.
A modern hotel with a prominent logo on the facade, a covered entrance, and a parking lot with several cars.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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502 Elf St, Durham, NC, 27705
  • Place, Duke University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Sarah P. Duke Gardens
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Duke University Chapel
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a desk, a heater, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(75 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(59 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, a leather armchair, and a window with blinds.

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center

Along with self parking, this smoke-free hotel has coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and a free area shuttle are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk and a TV in a common area are on-site.
University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center offers 48 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

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

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Duke University. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and a free area shuttle, plus a local area shuttle.
  • Free WiFi
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Amenities include laundry facilities, a lift and coffee/tea in a common area
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean guestrooms and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Durham VA Medical Center and 5 minutes on foot from Duke University
  • Free local-area shuttle service
  • Pets welcome for a fee
University Inn Durham next to Duke University Medical Center offers its guests coffee/tea in common area, laundry facilities, and a television in 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.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free area shuttle up to 3 miles
  • Parking on site (USD 10 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1988
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

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.

Payment types at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Children aged 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

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 627 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 235 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1005 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Yolonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Large room, comfortable bed, kind staff, very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Solid & affordable choice, close to the hospital and clinics.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, large room with kitchenette was awesome to have.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Siri

Simply quite a basic hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

LISA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and staff was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chase

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

LYNN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and spacious guest rooms. Love the proximity to Duke Eye center. A great place to stay when obtaining medical treatment through Duke.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very tidy and we were very satisfied with the room
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marina

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Nice staff, great access to the city!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tamatha

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The room was clean and the staff were welcoming and helpful! Thanks so much for a relaxing stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We go to Durham to visit our daughter at school there, and we just sleep and shower there. This hotel is clean, comfortable and conveniently located. Staff is nice. Covered parking for $0-$5/night depending on which platform you reserve with.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon

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My husband and I had a very pleasant stay in University Inn Durham. The bed was comfortable, the chair and leg rest were a nice touch. Everything was clean and the air conditioner was whisper quiet throughout the night.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rapti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dr. Andrea K.

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The room was spacious and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Huizhu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
$10 self-parking per day.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is not a luxury property, but you’re not paying luxury prices. Good value for the money. Its location is ideal for anyone who is doing business with the hospital.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

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
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10/10 Excellent

Johnathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, the staff was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Sierra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was big and clean. Staff was super nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Especially enjoyed the free shuttle to Duke Medical and nearby restaurants. Easy check-in
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Loyd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room and a quiet location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excited. Room very clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025