Pros (+) Fantastic location to stay at when attending a performance at DPAC.
Cons (-) Nothing
3 stars
Aloft Durham Downtown
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Overview
The Durham Hotels Aloft Durham Downtown is located only 350 feet from Durham Performing Arts Center and six miles from Research Triangle Park in Durham, North Carolina. The hotel is conveniently located with access to the American Tobacco Historic District and all the shops, businesses, and restaurants there. The hotel is only 10 miles from Raleigh-Durham Airport and offers 134 non-smoking guestrooms.
All guest rooms come with two queen beds or a single king bed, some of which offers deluxe amenities and views of the city. Complimentary high-speed wireless Internet access is provided along with free bottled water and coffee. The rooms include plus platform beds and the private bathrooms come with Bliss Spa amenities. There are also mini-refrigerators and ergonomic work stations in each guestroom. The rooms have flat-screen televisions with premium movie channels, iron and ironing board, and alarm clocks.
This hotel offers a continental breakfast each morning for an additional charge. Re:fuel by Aloft is on site and offers mix-and-match meals, make-your-own cappuccinos and more. WXYZ Lounge by Aloft is also available and serves snacks and cocktails. There are also several restaurants within a short walk of the hotel including Tobacco Road Sports Café, Only Burger, Cuban Revolution Restaurant & Bar, Tyler’s Taproom and Restaurant, and Luna Rotisserie and Empanadas.
The Aloft Durham hotel offers a fitness center with free weights along with an outdoor heated splash pool during certain hours of the day. Other entertainment options in the area include the Durham Performing Arts Center, the Durham Bulls Athletic Park, and the Quarter Horse Bar & Arcade.
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Amenities at Aloft Durham Downtown
- Outdoor pool
- Fitness centre
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Wi-Fi
- Tea/coffee maker
- Coffee machine
- Business centre
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Flat-screen TV
Accessibility and suitability
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Entire unit wheelchair accessible
- Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
- Disabled Access
- Roll-in shower
- Elevator
- Shower chair
- Accessible by elevator
- Hypoallergenic
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Adapted bath
- Allergy-free room
- No smoking
- Lowered sink
- Non-feather pillow
- Toilet with grab rails
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Basics
- Free Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Internet
- Linens
- Towels
- Fire extinguisher
- Free toiletries
- Shampoo
- Smoke alarms
- Heating
- Body soap
- Air-conditioned
- Trash cans
- Conditioner
Services and conveniences
- ATM on-site
- Business centre
- Wake-up service
- Concierge service
- Safety deposit box
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Key access
- Key card access
- Express check-out
- 24hr front desk
Bathroom
- Raised toilet
- Shower
- Hairdryer
- Toilet
- Toilet paper
- Private bathroom
- Walk-in shower
Dining
- Snack bar
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Tea/coffee maker
- Refrigerator
- Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
- Coffee machine
Media and entertainment
- Radio
- Flat-screen TV
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Cable or satellite TV
- TV
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Ironing service
- Laundry service
- Iron and ironing board
- Pants press
General
- Sofa
- Soundproof rooms
- Telephone
- City view
- Storage available
Bedroom
- Feather pillow
- Socket near the bed
- Alarm clock
- Sofa bed
Things to do
- Board games/puzzles
- Beauty salon
- Pool table
Pool
- Outdoor pool
- Plunge pool
- Pool with a view
Workspace
- Fax/photocopying
- Desk
Health and safety
- Daily housekeeping
- Safe
Parking and transportation
- Parking
Outdoor
- Terrace/Patio
Family friendly
- Cribs available
Fitness
- Fitness centre
Reviews of Aloft Durham Downtown
8.8
Very good
311 verified ratings
Wonderful
183
Very good
46
Good
38
Okay
20
Fair
11
Mediocre
2
Poor
11
Summary of reviews
Guests say
Guests praised the hotel's fantastic location, especially for events at the nearby Durham Performing Arts Center, and noted the cleanliness and modern feel of the rooms. However, many expressed concerns about the service, including long check-in times and unresponsive staff. The parking situation also received criticism, with unclear rules and fees.AI-generated from customer reviews
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Pros (+) Everything was modern and fun. The layout of the room was great as we loved the bliss body products.
Cons (-) The bottle of body lotion was not changed out so the little travel sized container barely had enough for one hand application.
Location
345 Blackwell Street, Durham, NC 27701
What's nearby
- Durham Performing Arts Center171 m
- Durham Bulls Athletic Park186 m
- Durham Centre352 m
- Hill Building391 m
- Carolina Theatre0.6 km
- John Sprunt Hill House0.6 km
- Durham Athletic Park Stadium1.1 km
- Triangle Brewing Company1.4 km
- North Carolina Central University2 km
- Nasher Museum of Art2.3 km
- Duke University2.8 km
- Sarah P. Duke Gardens2.8 km
Policies
Check-in/Check-out | Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM |
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Cancellation/prepayment | Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider. |
Essential information about Aloft Durham Downtown
Low season | October |
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High season | October |
Average price (weeknight) | C$ 303 |
When to book a room at Aloft Durham Downtown
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Value for money | 7.9 |
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Distance to downtown | 0.5 km |
Nearest Airport | Raleigh-Durham |
Distance to airport | 16.4 km |