Top Rated Accommodations in Raleigh/Durham

Located a mile off of interstate 85, Old North Durham Inn is a historic bed and breakfast built in the Prairie Foursquare style. The inn, which offers three semi Victorian styled rooms, was the first bed and breakfast to open in Durham. Now, it is a city historic building, and the recipient of an “Architectural Conservation Citation.” Guests can stay in the Thistle, Rose, or Lavender rooms, each with a private bath. Greet the day with a complimentary breakfast, and spend an afternoon relaxing on the building’s beautiful wraparound porch. The inn boasts local history of note: it housed the cast and crew of the film Bull Durham, which featured the local minor league baseball team.

Morehead Manor Bed & Breakfast is a Colonial Revival style mansion offering four spacious guestrooms in the heart of the historic Morehead Hill neighborhood. Guests might want to try specials and group packages like the romance package – which includes flowers, sparkling cider, gourmet breakfast, and chocolate – picnic in the park, or murder mystery scavenger hunt weekend, when guests visit Durham locations to gather clues to solve a mystery. Read a book in Jacob’s library, share a meal in the Pecan Dining Room, or relax in Preston’s Parlor. A stay at Morehead Manor is a chance to rejuvenate in a unique and elegant atmosphere.

Built in 1927, this bed and breakfast located just around the corner from Fuquay Mineral Spring Park is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The inn is built in the Colonial Revival style and offers spa and massage services in guest rooms, assistance with local tours, a beautiful terrace, weekly cooking classes, a library, and, of course, a traditional Southern Breakfast served daily. The garden is home to one of the largest redbud trees in Wake County, and is recognized as a national wildlife habitat.

Surrounded by six acres of gardens and lawns, the Arrowhead Inn Bed and Breakfast is an oasis of comfort 15 minutes drive from downtown Durham. You can choose to stay in one of the large and gorgeous guestrooms, or settle in the charming garden cottage, the soothing Carolina log cabin, or the fantastic manor house. The guestrooms are popular for their whirlpool tubs, steam showers, and fireplaces. The Inn also offers romantic dinners in an elegant setting by reservation only.

Located in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, The Siena Hotel Autograph Collection is 1.5 miles from UNC Chapel Hill and the city centre. Guests will enjoy free Wi-Fi, free local transportation, and an on-site restaurant. All individually-decorated accommodations feature a balcony, seating area with a sofa, and a large work desk. The Siena Hotel Autograph Collection also provides a cable TV in every room. This hotel has massage facilities available. An on-site fitness centre, 24-hour reception, and meeting and banquet facilities are offered as well. Il Palio Ristorante specializes in Italian cuisine. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served 7 days a week. Brunch is also available during limited hours on Sunday. The Raleigh-Durham International Airport 25 minutes’ drive from the hotel. Guests will also be 15 minutes' drive from Duke University and 16 miles from Research Triangle Park.

Situated in downtown Raleigh, The Longleaf Hotel & Lounge is a retro motor lodge turned modern boutique hotel. This re-imagined hotel beautifully encapsulates the style and elegance of the 1960s, while also enabling its guests to experience southern, modernized hospitality. The design and aesthetic of this mid-century, 56-room hotel is a captivating blend of iconic vintage details from the original lodge, as well as contemporary art provided by local artisans. For guests looking to sightsee, shop, or grab a bite, this hotel is also within walking distance of multiple restaurants and tourist attractions.