Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown

3.0 star property
VIP Access

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BBQ/picnic Area
Seasonal outdoor pool
Lobby
Lobby sitting area
Daily full breakfast for a fee

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

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1815 Front St, Durham, NC, 27705
  • Duke University Hospital
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Duke University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Cameron Indoor Stadium
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for BONUS+ members

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(67 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Accessible)

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

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

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About this property

Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown

Hotel with free parking, near Duke University Hospital
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free area shuttle are also provided. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a coffee shop/cafe, and coffee/tea in a common area. Housekeeping is available on request.
Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown offers 146 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Duke Homestead. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free area shuttle.
  • Free WiFi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Free self parking
  • Options for a bite to eat or a relaxing drink include a coffee shop, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Amenities include free lobby newspapers, a front-desk safe, and a business center
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym and golf lessons
  • Just a 5-minute drive from Duke University and a few minutes from Duke University Hospital
  • Free local-area shuttle service
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown offers its guests a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. The business-friendly Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown also features multilingual staff, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Durham hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
The Bistro - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner.

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 transport

  • 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 centre
  • 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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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 films

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: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 100 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!

Payment types at the property

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 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in September.
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • 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

Reviews

Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 461 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 311 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 129 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

10/10 Excellent

Raffi-nee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean and cozy. Staff were great. Made for a pleasant holiday weekend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Took a trip to the Carolina for my mother birthday
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lakeithia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We swam in the pool and ate lunch at the tables around to pool! What a wonderful time we had
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennings

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaela

It was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our room was clean and the employees were very polite and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nersi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, dirty bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sara, Wallace

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room had a musky smell upon entering. Screen on sliding door needs repairing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valentina

Business traveller, Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billy

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
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

6/10 Okay

PAMELA, Winter Springs

Travelled with family
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

Jennifer Lynn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Not sure why the housekeeping knocked on the door at 9:30 when we had a 12pm check out. We got in late and wanted to sleep in.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicole

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

keshia

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Carpet in the elevator and 2nd floor hallway dirty and stained. Carpet in room stained had to switch to another room. Plastic shower curtain had big mildew stains. Staff very pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

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

8/10 Good

Peggy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We stay here often and like the location and dining. The staff is professional and kind. The carpet is dated as are some of the furnishing. An upgrade is in order.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Donald

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All carpets were dirty and stained. Microwave ovens laying in the first floor hallway all nite. Only cleaned our room one day out of three, and then did not do complete job. Very much overpriced for the place. Won't go there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William, Greenwich

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah, Corapeake

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was nice for our one night stay, really enjoyed being able to stream a movie from our prime on their tv.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here many times and love the access, walk ables, location , and convenience. Most of all we love the staff and upgraded focus on the customer. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025