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1815 Front Street, Durham, NC 27705
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Courtyard by Marriott Durham Duke University/Downtown
Ranked #26 of 66 hotels in Durham
3.5 of 5 stars 70 Reviews
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Wilmington, North Carolina
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“Better than I expected”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 September 2011

Stayed here for a wedding under their block of rooms. Driving in at night, I had no idea were and was a bit skeptical of the area, but turns out the area is decent & the hotel is clean and staff is very accommodating. The rooms were average, but up-to-date and what I expected in a Courtyard. We stayed here rather than the pricier option, and I have to say that our rooms & experience in the hotel were much better than the other option.

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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“Nice, clean but yes beds and AC”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 September 2011

As a previous review noted , this hotel is well located especially if you need to go to Duke Medical center which is just down the street. The staff here is very friendly and this hotel is quite clean and a very safe place to stay.

Subjectively speaking , the beds are "very soft" so if you are looking for firmness you will be disappointed.

On the room air conditioning , they use in wall units that you can adjust digitally. During my stay it was very warm and humid outside and the wall unit struggled to keep up. SInce I had checked in late it seemed too much trouble to move rooms. ( wrong decison on my part as I am sure the hotel would have been happy to move me).

Room rates are a good value but expect to pay $9.95 for a pretty good buffet breakfast. Other than this , I would stay here again.

  • Stayed September 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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“Nice but need better beds!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 August 2011 via mobile

Traveling with wife and 2 kids. Hotel is a bit older. Some signs of age but no real issues. Seemed like a good area. Several eateries within walking distance. Kids loved the outdoor pool. Decent size and clean. Staff very pleasant and helpful. Room in good shape and clean. Only complaint were the beds. Very, very soft and for me, very uncomfortable. They appeared to be in good shape, so I can only assume that they were ordered that way. At least go with something middle of the road, not too soft, not too firm.

  • Stayed August 2011
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“Great location if touring Duke University”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 August 2011

I was traveling with my daughter to tour Duke University and UNC Chapel Hill. This hotel is convenient to Duke and a short distance away from Chapel Hill.
Staff were friendly and helpful.
Breakfast is at the customer's expense in the hotel but the coffee is complimentary.
There are no fast food options in this area if you want a quick meal.
We ate breakfast at Elmo's Diner on 9th Street.

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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“Very pleased.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 August 2011 via mobile

great hotel. Clean rooms, very nice staff. Was not pleased to pay $10 for all you can eat breakfast. I dont eat enough but the food was good.

  • Stayed July 2011
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Address: 1815 Front Street, Durham, NC 27705
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