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Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center

3.0 star property
Guests savor on-site dining just minutes from Duke University, with a refreshing pool for downtime and express check-in that gets travelers settled quickly

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Located near Duke University Hospital, Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center serves American dishes at the Great American Grill and offers evening drinks at the bar. Guests can enjoy the swimming pool, free WiFi, and express check-out service.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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1 King Jr Ste Mobility/Hearing Access Tub

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2 Queen Mobility/Hearing Accessible w/Bathtub

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Two Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
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  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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  • 1 King Bed
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  • 1 King Bed
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Two Queen Beds, Accessible

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  • 1 King Bed
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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

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  • 2 Queen Beds
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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-In Shower)

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  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed (Drinks & Snacks)

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  • 1 King Bed
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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Drinks & Snacks)

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  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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1 KING BED JUNIOR SUITE WITH SOFABED

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  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe, One King Bed

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Two Queen Beds, Accessible

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-In Shower)

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

King Room With Bathtub-Mobility/Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Junior King Suite With Sofabed

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

1 King Jr Ste Mobility/Hearing Access Tub

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  • Free WiFi

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  • Free WiFi

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  • Free WiFi

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  • Free WiFi

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1 King Mobility Hearing Accessible Roll In Shower

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1 King Mobility Hearing Accessible with Tub

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1 King Suite Mobility Hearing Accessible Tub

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2 Queen Mobility Hearing Accessible Roll In Shower

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2 Queen Hearing Accessible

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2 Queen Beds

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1 King Bed Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in 9th Street District, a neighborhood in Durham, Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center is in the entertainment district and near the airport. Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University and Carolina Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Sarah P. Duke Gardens and Durham Performing Arts Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice, or consider a night out at Dean Smith Center. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Durham travel guide
Map
2102 West Main Street, Durham, NC, 27705

What's nearby

  • Duke University Chapel is located on the campus of Duke University in Durham, North Carolina and seats 1800 people.
    Duke University
    8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Sarah P. Duke Gardens
    Sarah P. Duke Gardens
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Brightleaf Square
    Brightleaf Square
    20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Duke University Chapel
    Duke University Chapel
    3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Cameron Indoor Stadium
    5 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Panera Bread
    5 min walk
  • Koi Sushi And Hibachi
    5 min walk
  • Alpaca Peruvian Charcoal Chicken
    5 min walk
  • Elmo's Diner
    7 min walk
  • Nan Xiang Express
    5 min walk

About this property

Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center

Hotel near Duke University
Near Duke University Hospital, Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center provides a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Great American Grill, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a gym and a 24-hour business center.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and free newspapers
  • A banquet hall, meeting rooms, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 128 rooms have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and free weekday newspapers.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and free infant beds

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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 transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Great American Grill
  • Pavilion Lounge
  • Pavilion Pantry

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 1,410 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms

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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2013
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM

Early check-in subject to availability

Contactless check-in available

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: USD 50

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 and cats only

2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)

We should mention

Pool access available from 5 AM to 11 PM
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)

Frequently asked questions

Is Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 50 (subject to availability).

Where is Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center located?

Located in 9th Street District, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sarah P. Duke Gardens, Duke University, and Duke University Hospital. Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University and Durham VA Medical Center are also within 1 mi (2 km). Durham Station is 25 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 704 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 216 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Shubhabrata

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location close to the Duke University with a very convenient shuttle service to nearby destinations.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check-in was easy and quick. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Room was clean. Shuttle service to the university was very convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Staff & service
Great location, easy parking, spotless
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent shower and very comfortable bed on top of very clean and nice facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome stay with clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sameer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quick check in and check out. Very nice stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was exceptional when a problem arose. The only complaint I have is that the pillows were terrible. Very flat
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Emana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, nice staff. Clean hotel. Ample parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience very clean, great reception, bar and dining. Strange pillows tho. No time for the pool sadly, but it looked very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yaphet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spotless rm, amazing staff. The dinner & breakfast was amazing also.
My g’mother 1st Lava cake & she loved it.
Purple Sweet Potato Cheesecake! A 1st for my g’mother & myself. LOVED IT. She ate half of it, b4 I got bck to the table. Lol.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, nice lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, the staff is always great and professional. The food was great just a wonderful, joyful experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location and professional team.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff and very helpful with directions while we were there for my daughter’s ongoing visit to Duke hospital. (Transplant Patient) Thank you!!! Renee’ LovellFoster
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and the check-in staff are wonderfully uplifting and nice people. The bar could be better stocked.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Kwei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and plenty of parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel. Great restaurants nearby.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Iris

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was located conveniently for my visit to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and everyone was pleasant and helpful 👍
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Claire

Very good, ver friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel and staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good quality hotel. Nice rooms, good check-in.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was conveniently located near the medical center
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025