The Durham Hotel  

In the heart of downtown Durham, a mid-century modern boutique hotel steps from the Carolina Theatre. You're minutes from the Durham Convention Center, Durham Performing Arts Center and Durham Bulls Athletic Park, with Duke University about a mile away and Raleigh–Durham International Airport ~14 miles.

This 53-room boutique blends warm, residential interiors by Commune with local collaborations and modern finishes. Rooms feature refrigerators, flat-screen TVs, iPod docking stations, desks and coffee/tea makers, plus private showers with designer toiletries. Expect a mid-century vibe with thoughtful, homey touches.

Take in city views from the rooftop terrace and rooftop bar, or keep fit in the 24-hour fitness center. Find a coffee shop, two bars/lounges, concierge and tour/ticket assistance, and a banquet hall for events. Complimentary wired and wireless internet, on-site parking, accessible elevator, and limited-hours room service keep things easy.

A business center, three meeting rooms and a banquet hall handle events and meetings. Complimentary high-speed (wired) internet and lobby newspapers make work low-friction.

On-site restaurant and coffee shop serve seasonally changing menus that showcase North Carolina farmers, cheesemakers, brewers and fishermen. Local-cuisine breakfasts are available on weekdays and weekends (fee applies), and the rooftop bar and two lounges pour craft drinks and small bites.