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About this property

This boutique hotel in Durham is located next to Duke University Medical Center and one block from Regional VA Hospital. The inn offers a free transfer service to the hospital and spacious rooms. All guest rooms at the University Inn Duke include a microwave and refrigerator. Cable TV and free WiFi are also featured. Duke University Inn provides a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities are available on site. A free local area shuttle is offered Monday through Friday. Durham Bulls Athletic Park and Thomas Executive Conference Center are a 5-minute drive from the University Inn. Sarah P Duke Gardens is a 15-minute walk from the hotel.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

    • Top pick by families with children

    • Private parking at the hotel


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Silvia
    Argentina Argentina
    Nice small INN, the rooms are large and comfortable, has space to park and offers shuttle service to campus
  • Mark
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great friendly staff, good size rooms, very clean.
  • Analia
    United States United States
    Everything was good, clean, comfortable and near Duke hospital and Duke school of Medicine.
  • Gabrielle
    Ireland Ireland
    Property is clean, neat and tidy. Beds were comfortable.
  • Beenish
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The room was big and very comfortable. Cleanliness was up to the mark and I loved the ambiance.
  • Gang
    Canada Canada
    The bedroom is very spacious. The bed is comfortable.
  • Kaushik
    Taiwan Taiwan
    They had very good staff, shuttle service was very kind. The people are friendly and basic amenities provided.
  • Sarah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very helpful and friendly staff, large room, east reach of Duke.
  • Dawn
    United States United States
    I liked the hotel was very clean, convenient location and no carpets. I loved the TV remote control was simple, basic and easy to use.
  • Terry
    France France
    Staff really nice and helpful! Nice location and equipment!

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House rules

University Inn Duke takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note the hotel provides a free transport to/from hospitals, clinics and other locations within a limited radius, between the hours of 07:00 - 21:00. Guests are kindly requested to contact the hotel for further details.

One parking pass for one vehicle will be provided per reservation, passes for additional vehicles will have a cost of $8 per day.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.