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Aloft Durham Downtown

3.0 star property
Hotel with an outdoor pool, near Duke University

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Front of property
Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View
In-room dining
Bar (on property)
Property amenity

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
The current price is NZ$350
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar

Explore the area

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345 Blackwell Street, Durham, NC, 27701
  • Place, American Tobacco Campus
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Durham Performing Arts Center
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Durham Bulls Athletic Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for aloft, Room, 1 King Bed

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

aloft, Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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View from room

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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View from room

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible (Hearing Accessible, w/ Tub)

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible (Hearing Accessible, w/ Tub)

  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for aloft, Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

aloft, Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Durham

Aloft Durham Downtown puts you in the heart of Durham, within steps of American Tobacco Campus and Durham Performing Arts Center. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and a bar/lounge. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and concierge services. Additionally, you'll find a snack bar/deli, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. To-go breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as an off-lead area. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Downtown Durham hotel include Duke University and Duke University Hospital.

What's nearby

  • American Tobacco Campus - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Durham Performing Arts Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Durham Bulls Athletic Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Durham Convention Center - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Duke University - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 10 min walk
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lenny - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bull Durham Beer Co. - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Daily Beer Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tobacco Road Sports Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Aloft Durham Downtown

Hotel with an outdoor pool, near Duke University
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. You'll find a business centre on site.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at the business-friendly Aloft Durham Downtown. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3-star Durham hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 134 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Aloft Durham Downtown offers 134 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Covered parking on site (USD 15 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Breakfast to-go available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 5 to 8 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Fixed shower seat
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in shower (81 centimetre high)
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways (89 centimetre high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (107 centimetre wide door)
  • Low-height bed (64 centimetre high)
  • Low-height counter and sink (84 centimetre high)
  • Low-height desk (79 centimetre high)
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Portable shower seat
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (84 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (107 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways (86 centimetre wide)
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 47-inch flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

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 50.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • An off-lead area is available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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.

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 5.00 to 8.00 per person
  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 15.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet, per night
  • 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 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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, Discover, Diners Club, Union Pay and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Aloft Durham Downtown Hotel
Aloft Durham Downtown

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Aloft Durham Downtown?

Aloft Durham Downtown offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Aloft Durham Downtown?

As of 13 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aloft Durham Downtown on 1 Mar 2026 start from NZ$350.03, 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.

Is parking available at Aloft Durham Downtown?

Yep, Aloft Durham Downtown has a covered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 15.00 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Does Aloft Durham Downtown have a pool?

Aloft Durham Downtown has an outdoor pool.

What makes Aloft Durham Downtown a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Aloft Durham Downtown.

Is Aloft Durham Downtown family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as free infant beds and free extra beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Aloft Durham Downtown is a hit with families.

Does Aloft Durham Downtown serve breakfast?

You bet, to-go breakfast is available on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Aloft Durham Downtown?

No, Aloft Durham Downtown does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Aloft Durham Downtown?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Aloft Durham Downtown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Aloft Durham Downtown?

Dogs are welcome at Aloft Durham Downtown, with dog exercise areas on offer.

Aloft Durham Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 474 out of 736 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 180 out of 736 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 736 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 736 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 736 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful roof, very easy check in and help from staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nannette

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian, Palos Verdes Estates

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really enjoyed my stay. The room was extremely clean and well appointed. The staff was friendly. Check in and out was extremely easy. Parking was easy, just make sure to get your parking pass. The only slight problem is that it was hard to find. I didn't realize it was attached to the DPAC building and the Aloft sign was not easily seen. I didn't eat breakfast so I can address the food.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice room. Walkable to dining and Durham Bulls game
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel room was very confortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

KANYA, Chapel Hill

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience, ridiculously close to nanasteak and dpac.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Antonio

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
perfect place to stay when catching a show at DPAC
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
perfect hotel for shows at DPAC
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful location and very clean hotel!! We will be back !!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Stephanie

Travelled with group
Arrived a little after 3 pm for check in was told the room was not ready. We were in town for an event at DPAC next door, we walked around for a little bit and next thing you know it was 1.5 hours later and room was still not ready. Asked the front desk attendant she was doing her best, finally we are getting super close to time for our event to begin and our room was ready. It was very hot in the lobby no one apologized offered us a drink or anything for our inconvenience. We arrived in our room to be greeted by a hot room and someone’s fake nail left at the entrance floor.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Bradley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room and clean which are important. The gym was good. The pool is a bit smaller and mostly hidden from the sun for a large portion of the day. Not the end of the world, but just good to know. Parking is 15 overnight in the garage next door and easily accessible. Free coffee downstairs
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent stay for a trip to DPAC, great restaurants nearby
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025