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8.6

572 reviews

University Inn Duke

University Inn Duke

502 Elf Street, Durham, 27705, North Carolina, United States

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Free wifi

Air conditioning

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenette

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

University Inn Duke

Welcome to the University Inn Duke, your comfy home away from home in vibrant Durham, North Carolina! Nestled just 3.8 kilometers from the city center and sporting a casual 3-star charm, this hotel is perfect for travelers seeking comfort and convenience. With prices starting at just $268 per night, you can enjoy all the cozy amenities that make your stay memorable without breaking the bank!

Prepare to be pampered with free Wi-Fi and air conditioning to keep you cool during your adventures. The rooms come with a kitchenette, allowing you to whip up your favorite meals or simply enjoy a late-night snack. Need a little extra space? You’ll love our non-smoking rooms and the added perks of free toiletries and a relaxing bathtub—perfect after a day exploring the sights of Durham. Plus, our 24-hour front desk is always ready to help, ensuring you have everything you need for a stress-free stay!

But don’t just take our word for it—join the flock of satisfied guests who have raved about their experiences with us! With 572 reviews, the University Inn Duke stands out as a friendly and welcoming spot in the heart of North Carolina. So pack your bags and come stay with us at 502 Elf Street for a delightful mix of leisure and exploration in a city filled with charm!

At the University Inn Duke, your adventure doesn't stop at the doorstep! The surrounding area of Durham is teeming with attractions that will make your stay a whirlwind of excitement. Explore the vibrant arts scene, from galleries brimming with local talent to the rich history of the Duke University campus, which boasts stunning architecture and scenic gardens begging for a leisurely stroll. Just a short drive away, the iconic Durham Bulls Athletic Park offers a true taste of America's favorite pastime, and you won't want to miss catching a game!

After a day of city exploration, return to your cozy sanctuary at the University Inn Duke, where relaxation is the name of the game. Whether you're enjoying a movie on your TV after dinner or soaking in the bliss of a warm bathtub, our amenities make winding down an absolute delight! For those who have culinary cravings, whip up delicious snacks or meals in the comfort of your kitchenette, then gather your loved ones around to bond over your latest culinary creations.

And let's not forget about those delightful first impressions—our friendly 24-hour front desk staff will ensure that your every need is met, from check-in to check-out. Looking for recommendations on where to grab a bite or what activities to do next? They’ve got you covered! With flexible accommodations for families or groups, you’ll never feel cramped, and our smoke-free environment means you can breathe easy. Come to the University Inn Duke for an unforgettable trip filled with fun, relaxation, and the charm of Durham at your fingertips!

Closest airports

Raleigh-Durham International Airport

12.3mi

Piedmont Triad International Airport

56.4mi

Most popular amenities

Free wifi

Air conditioning

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenette

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Rooms

Queen Suite in University Inn Duke
Queen Suite in University Inn Duke
Queen Suite in University Inn Duke
Queen Suite in University Inn Duke
Queen Suite in University Inn Duke
Queen Suite in University Inn Duke
Queen Suite in University Inn Duke
Queen Suite in University Inn Duke
Queen Suite in University Inn Duke
Queen Suite in University Inn Duke
Queen Suite in University Inn Duke
Queen Suite in University Inn Duke
Queen Suite in University Inn Duke
Queen Suite in University Inn Duke
Queen Suite in University Inn Duke
Queen Suite in University Inn Duke
Queen Suite in University Inn Duke
Queen Suite in University Inn Duke

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Suite

2 Queen Size Beds

475 sqft

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Bathtub

Microwave

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Welcome to our Queen Suite, a spacious and stylish room offering 474 sqft of comfort. With two queen size beds and the ability to accommodate 4 adults and 1 child, our suite is perfect for families or groups looking for a relaxing stay. Enjoy the convenience of a private bathroom, kitchenette, bathtub, and a range of amenities including a microwave, flat-screen TV, and air conditioning.

King Room in University Inn Duke
King Room in University Inn Duke
King Room in University Inn Duke
King Room in University Inn Duke
King Room in University Inn Duke
King Room in University Inn Duke
King Room in University Inn Duke
King Room in University Inn Duke
King Room in University Inn Duke
King Room in University Inn Duke
King Room in University Inn Duke
King Room in University Inn Duke
King Room in University Inn Duke
King Room in University Inn Duke
King Room in University Inn Duke

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King Room

1 King Size Bed

365 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

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Welcome to our spacious and stylish King Room! Our double room is perfect for 2 adults and 1 child, with a luxurious king-size bed and a variety of convenient amenities including a private bathroom with bathtub, microwave, and flat-screen TV. Enjoy the comfort of air conditioning and take advantage of our prime location with easy access to upper floors by elevator.

King Studio with Sofa Bed in University Inn Duke
King Studio with Sofa Bed in University Inn Duke
King Studio with Sofa Bed in University Inn Duke
King Studio with Sofa Bed in University Inn Duke
King Studio with Sofa Bed in University Inn Duke
King Studio with Sofa Bed in University Inn Duke
King Studio with Sofa Bed in University Inn Duke
King Studio with Sofa Bed in University Inn Duke
King Studio with Sofa Bed in University Inn Duke
King Studio with Sofa Bed in University Inn Duke
King Studio with Sofa Bed in University Inn Duke
King Studio with Sofa Bed in University Inn Duke
King Studio with Sofa Bed in University Inn Duke
King Studio with Sofa Bed in University Inn Duke
King Studio with Sofa Bed in University Inn Duke

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Studio, King Size, Sofa

1 King Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

475 sqft

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Bathtub

Microwave

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Experience the comfort of our spacious King Studio with Sofa Bed suite, offering a generous 474 sqft of space perfect for up to 4 adults and 2 children. Enjoy the convenience of a private bathroom, kitchenette, bathtub, microwave, and flat-screen TV, ensuring a relaxing stay.

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds in University Inn Duke
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds in University Inn Duke
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds in University Inn Duke
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds in University Inn Duke
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds in University Inn Duke
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds in University Inn Duke
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds in University Inn Duke
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds in University Inn Duke
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds in University Inn Duke
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds in University Inn Duke
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds in University Inn Duke
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds in University Inn Duke
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds in University Inn Duke
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds in University Inn Duke
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds in University Inn Duke

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Room - 2 Queen

2 Queen Size Beds

365 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

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Two Queen Beds

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Studio Suite, Kitchenette

Kitchenette

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Standard Room

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Room - 2 Double

2 Double Beds

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Experience spacious comfort in our Queen Room with Two Queen Beds. This quadruple room provides 366 sqft of relaxation for up to 4 adults and 1 child. Enjoy the convenience of a private bathroom with bathtub, microwave, and flat-screen TV, along with amenities like air conditioning, free toiletries, and a refrigerator. Perfect for families or groups, this room ensures a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

Studio Suite, Sofa, Kitchen

1 King Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

Kitchen

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Studio Suite, King Size, Sofa, Kitchenette

1 King Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

Kitchenette

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Kitchenette

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Studio With Kitchenette

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Guest reviews

8.6

572 reviews

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Featured reviews:

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Doug

8.2

May 2024

The location being so close to Duke because Barry nice. The staff was extremely nice as well.

The hallways were a little loud, but it was graduation weekend so that is to be expected.

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Stephanie

10

March 2025

The room was very spacious, clean and had a "homey" feel. It had a small sleep sofa, recliner, table and chairs, wet bar and the beds were comfortable. I like how the sink is outside of the toilet and shower space, so multiple people can be getting ready. The housekeeping staff came in daily, were extremely courteous and took care with our personal stuff in the room. The location was extremely convenient to the main Duke Campus, stores, shops and great restaurants. The parking was directly on property and accommodated our small rental car. A large SUV can fit in some of the spaces closer to the street. The lobby is welcoming and the front desk staff were ALL very nice and helpful. They provide a mini store that is stocked with microwave meals, snacks, drinks and other items that a midnight visit would accommodate.

There was nothing I didn't like.

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Alfred

10

April 2025

Don't be deceived by the modest look of the hotel's exterior. The rooms are fantastic. Clean. Spacious. Best of all, they have tiled (non-carpeted) floors, which not only look nice, but don't make you feel as if you're stepping on carpeting where a thousand shoes, feet, and paws have been before. Also, the gentleman at the front desk was pleasant and helpful. If you're going to the Duke University campus, you couldn't ask for a better location--a five-minute walk to West Campus.

I suppose the hotel's exterior could look a little more modern, but that's me nit-picking; my hotel stay was a super value.

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Jmartinezv

9.1

October 2024

The room was big, clean, with appliances like a fridge, microwave, iron, iron table, which was quite convenient. The hotel is located very close to Duke University, what is a plus if you are planning to go there (my case). The staff was very nice and helpful with directions and recommendations (for someone coming from abroad)

About the room, the bathroom was separated in two parts: washbin/mirror space and shower/WC space. The shower/WC space was small compared with the rest of the room, which made it a little uncomfortable for moving safely after taking a shower. The room didn't have a safe where to put documents and values (I was traveling from abroad)

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Jingxing

8.2

November 2024

I liked the fact that the hotel offered a free shuttle service to where I needed to be (Duke University campus), on a on-call basis. This was very helpful as the hotel was located in a residential area.

I waited for the shuttle for over 30 minutes; it turned out that the shuttle had waited at the hotel backdoor, but the receptionist did not tell me that (I was sitting in the lobby the whole time). When I asked the receptionist about why the shuttle has not arrived, she said she was not responsible for the shuttles. It would have been nice if the shuttle ran during the weekend as well.

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Camille

9.1

February 2025

My stay at the University Inn Duke was great. It offered a perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and great service. The room was spacious and clean with a comfortable bed. The hotel is within walking distance to Duke University which is great and they offer shuttle service to venues within a 2 - 3 mile distance from the hotel, which was wonderful. The staff were accommodating and very helpful.

The walls are thin, while I was able to sleep fine, I could hear other guest in the hallway and in adjacent rooms.

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Jerome

9.1

April 2025

Location- super close to the Medical Center, but also reasonable walk to Duke West Campus, to avoid having to park in scarce parking during Event weekends. We had a suite (2 Q + sofabed) and lots of room besides, which was perfect for this family of four.

Splitting hairs really, but for price point, know that lobby is small-ish and plain, and staff were professional but I wouldn’t say welcoming

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8.2

March 2024

The staff is very nice. Taxi reservations, coffee, and luggage storage services are available. The room for two beds is huge. A lot of towels. Love the shampoo and shower gel. Microwave is there for heating foods. The dressing table feels luxurious. Within a 20-minute walking distance to supermarkets and the Duke campuses. Great choice for a campus visit.

No disposable slippers inside the room. Hope there is a hand shower beside the shower head. The lighting is not good at night.

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Susan

9.1

October 2023

We were very happy with our very clean accomodations. My husband though thought the toilet and shower were tight in space. The sink area is in a separate area which I liked. (We are slim) The best thing is the taxi service the hotel provides within a three mile radius. We thought it was just transportation to the Duke Hospital which was very convenient since my father was having heart surgery. By the second night we treated ourselves to a local restaurant instead of hospital food. Since the traffic is crazy including the parking, the taxi service was wonderful as was the two drivers we had. Exceptional! I felt like we had our own limo service.

Nothing.

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Hinson

10

February 2024

Your staff that manned the desk was professional and courteous. We explained we needed transportation to the hospital, and within 5 minutes a courtesy car and driver appeared. Same routine when we needed a car to bring us back to the motel.

What could have been better, you ask? Well, for starters, having to wait two hours from our appointment time to see the doctor is a downer, but that is not your fault.

Points of Interest Around University Inn Duke

Airports

Raleigh-Durham International Airport

12.3mi

Piedmont Triad International Airport

56.4mi

Amenities of University Inn Duke

Free wifi

Air conditioning

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenette

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Stay rules - University Inn Duke

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - University Inn Duke

Does University Inn Duke have accommodations for guests with pets?

Yes, you can stay with your pet at University Inn Duke, though additional charges may apply.

At what times are check-in and check-out at University Inn Duke?

For those planning to reside at University Inn Duke, the doors open for check-in at 03:00 PM and it's time to say goodbye by 11:00 AM.

Is there parking available at University Inn Duke?

Yes, there is parking available at University Inn Duke. The hotel offers private and on-site parking for $10 per day. You do not need to make a reservation for parking.

How much does a stay at University Inn Duke cost?

At University Inn Duke, prices have a starting point of $268. It's essential to note that rates might adjust based on room choice and your stay dates. Input dates for accurate rate checks.

Which room categories can I book at University Inn Duke?

The hotel offers a variety of room types including suites and double rooms. The occupancy ranges from 2 adults and 1 child to 4 adults and 2 children, depending on the room type. The rooms range in size from 366 sqft to 474 sqft. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. The beds available include king size beds, queen size beds, and sofa beds.

How can guests spend their time at University Inn Duke?

Based on the data provided, guests at University Inn Duke can enjoy several leisure amenities during their stay. The hotel offers a fitness center where guests can engage in workouts and exercise routines. Additionally, there is an outdoor pool where guests can relax and swim.

In terms of other amenities, it is not specified in the data what other facilities or services are available at the hotel, so it is unclear what else guests can do during their time at University Inn Duke.

However, as leisure activities and amenities are mentioned, it can be assumed that the hotel also offers recreational facilities such as a common area or lounge where guests can socialize and relax. Also, the hotel is located in close proximity to Duke University, so guests can explore the campus and enjoy any events or activities happening there.

Please note that the provided information is limited, and these are the only leisure amenities that can be discussed based on the data provided.

Can I use my credit card at University Inn Duke?

Yes, you can use your credit card at University Inn Duke. However, cash is not accepted as a form of payment. The hotel accepts American Express, Mastercard, Discover, and Visa.

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