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MainStay Suites Raleigh - Cary

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Crossroads Plaza

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MainStay Suites Raleigh - Cary captures the city's vibrant energy while providing essential comforts. Guests appreciate the 24-hour gym, in-room WiFi, and practical laundry facilities. Previous visitors consistently praise the attentive staff for their helpful service.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Accessible Tub) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Accessible Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Accessible Tub)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Accessible Tub)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
1020 Buck Jones Rd, Cary, NC, 27606

What's nearby

  • WakeMed Soccer Park - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • North Carolina State Fairgrounds - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Lenovo Center - 4 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • J.S. Dorton Arena - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Carter-Finley Stadium - 5 min drive - 4.3 miles

Getting around

  • Cary Station - 7 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Cook Out - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Taco-Addicts - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬16 min walk

About this property

MainStay Suites Raleigh - Cary

Hotel near North Carolina State Fairgrounds
Located close to Crossroads Plaza and Cary Towne Center, MainStay Suites Raleigh - Cary provides laundry facilities and a 24-hour gym. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • A 24-hour front desk, a vending machine, and smoke-free premises
  • A water dispenser, an elevator, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 79 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Shower/tub combinations, hair dryers, and shampoo
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, kitchenettes, and full-sized refrigerators/freezers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • 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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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 10 per pet, per night, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 50.00
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 75 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.00 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night plus USD 50.00 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.00 per night

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 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 smoke detector and window guards
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 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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is MainStay Suites Raleigh - Cary pet-friendly?

Yes, MainStay Suites Raleigh - Cary allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 75 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 10 per pet, per night. A cleaning fee of USD 50.00 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at MainStay Suites Raleigh - Cary?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at MainStay Suites Raleigh - Cary?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is MainStay Suites Raleigh - Cary located?

Situated in a shopping district, this hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Crossroads Plaza and within 3 mi (5 km) of Cary Towne Center and Lake Johnson. North Carolina State Fairgrounds and WakeMed Soccer Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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MainStay Suites Raleigh - Cary Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 276 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 261 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 172 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 143 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 154 out of 1006 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place stay very quiet and clean . They need free breakfast served everyday for guest
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jeremy

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Dirty room. Nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Angelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room just older
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was construction being done so a bit noisy. Checkout at 12pm was a plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

ashton

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Had roaches killed two IN MY ROOM! shower curtain not clean refrigerator out dated dishwasher dirty the staff was nice but I wouldn’t recommend staying here at all ! 100%truth October 2025
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Eric Mathew

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This place was so uninviting. Smelled , as I walked in the room the floor bounced, there was mildew in the shower area between the shower and the floor
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My daughter, myself and some friends were in town for a concert and check in was really quick and nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

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

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geovanni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We can cook while staying
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kimmi

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was a giant roach in our bed when we woke up! Staff was incredibly kind. But there was a thumb sized roach on me when I woke up.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Diana

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Staff was very friendly and helpful. The bathroom was not good. The sink very slow draining and hair on the floor, bath mat was stained. The beds were clean and nicely made.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every single person that works here is super friendly. The manager is a real nice guy and the house keepers work hard to keep the rooms clwan. I literally saw one of the ladies climb on top of the counter to clean above the cabinets, wow!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The front desk was very friendly and helpful I will stay again . Also like the location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sigfried

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great staff
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Haley

Disliked: Cleanliness
Upon arrival we could not enter the hotel because the door was locked with no one at the front desk. After finally getting in to our room, there was a gaping hole in the ceiling. I called the front desk and they told me they were already aware of it but still booked that room for us. We also found multiple bugs in the bed, bathroom, and counter-space.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

JEFFREY

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Average property near interstates staff friendly room fair but toliet needed to be flushed 2/3x old stains on sheets I would look for other options next time
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Sherry

Liked: Staff & service
Employee's were very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pleasant stay and staff was great enjoyed it alot better than other places in the area
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Thane

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overbooked hotel

Did not receive the room I booked. Got upgraded to 1 double bed suite when I reserved two doube beds. Key did not work when tried to enter the room. Hotel overbooked. Room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Horrible night sleep

The bed mattress was very squeaky and the pillows was extremely flat
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melvin

Disliked: Cleanliness
Bad
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lynn

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Horrible hotel

I never checked in. The front desk clerk was extremely rude and gave awful customer service. The hotel was super nasty and homeless people were everywhere. Did not feel safe staying there so I never checked in. Choose to stay at La Quinta Inn much nicer and cleaner.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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