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Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Duke University Hospital

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BBQ/picnic area
Seasonal outdoor pool
Lobby sitting area
Lobby
Daily full breakfast for a fee
Escape to Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown, where you can tee off at the 18-hole golf course or unwind in the garden. Enjoy breakfast and dinner at The Bistro, connect with free WiFi, and take advantage of dry cleaning services.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Room options

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(67 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Double Beds (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Accessible)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr) | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hearing Accessible)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hearing Accessible)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1815 Front St, Durham, NC, 27705

What's nearby

  • Duke University Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Duke University - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Duke University Chapel - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Cameron Indoor Stadium - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Durham Performing Arts Center - 7 min drive - 4.2 miles

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 6 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown

Hotel near Duke University
Take advantage of an adjacent golf course, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden at Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown. Tee up with amenities like golf lessons at this hotel. The on-site restaurant, The Bistro, offers breakfast and dinner. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a free area shuttle, and express check-in
  • A banquet hall, a TV in the lobby, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 146 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Mini fridges, free extra beds, and coffee/tea makers

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; USD 10 to 15 for adults and USD 8 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Bistro

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Golf lessons
  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 100 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 15 for adults, and USD 8 to 15 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from June to September
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Courtyard Durham
Courtyard Marriott Durham
Courtyard Marriott Hotel Durham
Durham Courtyard
Durham Marriott Courtyard
Marriott Courtyard Durham
Marriott Durham
Courtyard Durham Duke University
Courtyard Marriott Durham Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Durham
Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown Hotel
Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown Durham
Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown Hotel Durham

Frequently asked questions

Does Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 100 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown located?

Located in Croasdaile Farm Master, this golf hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Duke Homestead and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Duke University. Durham VA Medical Center and Northgate Mall are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 463 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 313 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 129 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1006 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Front desk staff are helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charmaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mariana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is near Duke University, has a shuttle service on schedule, and a very charming pool and outdoor lounge area. Rooms are nice with a comforting view to inner courtyard.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Amenities
Great stay, friendly, professional & knowledgeable staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed hotel stay with family.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We always stay here when we are in Durham for hospital appointments. This hotel is convenient to the hospitals, eating establishments, gas station, drug store. Not far is grocery also.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property room clean I love that they have a Starbucks cafe in the hotel area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean, beds were comfortable, the pool was nice and clean and the staff was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We enjoyed the pool!! Rooms need an upgrade.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Multiple night stay, no housekeeping
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

LaDawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff was accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff - very friendly and kind - great beds!! Quiet , good A/C, Starbucks $4
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Adeyemi

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful night
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was great and great location. Wish it would have a complementary breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The person who checked us in was very kind and helpful. She went out of her way to make us feel comfortable. The property was very clean and our room looked newly renovated. The room was very spacious. We will definitely come back again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Colleen

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice pool, room smelled terrible like smoke or something but they got us a new one
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Yvan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right off I-85 South. Comfortable bed & pillows cold a/c clean room quiet only stayed the night driving through. A free breakfast would have made it better but the Starbucks coffee shop/food was good The bottom of the tub was weird it’s curved and hard to stand in but the water pressure was awesome & hot! I’d stay again Thank You!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for having to travel to Duke.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

PAMELA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing, Kenya at the bar was a joy and a pleasure to talk with and so helpful with the area! She is a real asset!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teandre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice . Very easy check in
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

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