Hilton Durham near Duke University
Phone: (919) 383-8033
Located 10 minutes from downtown, and offer a complimentary shuttle within a two-mile radius, including to Duke University and Duke University Hospital. Enjoy their fitness center, seasonal outdoor pool, restaurant, and bar and lounge. Pets are welcome.
Details
- Total Meeting Area Square Footage 11,899
- Total Capacity 4,080
- Meeting Rooms 11
- Guest Rooms 196
Amenities
- Accessible
- Airport Shuttle Service
- Fitness Center
- High-Speed Internet (Fee)
- Is Accessible For Free?
- Parking Available
- Pet Friendly
- Pets Allowed
- Wheelchair-accessible Elevator
- Wheelchair-accessible Entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible Parking
- Wheelchair-accessible Restroom
- Wheelchair-accessible Seating
Map
Meeting Spaces
Empire Boardroom (Conference-16)
- Occupancy: 130 - 350
- Area: 3,224 square feet
- Maximum Occupancy: 350
- Height: 12 feet
| Configuration | Occupancy | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Empire Ballroom | 250 | 3,224 sq ft |
| Empire Ballroom | 130 | 3,224 sq ft |
| Empire Ballroom | 200 | 3,224 sq ft |
| Empire Ballroom | 350 | 3,224 sq ft |
Executive Boardroom (Conference-14)
- Occupancy: 14 - 20
- Area: 345 square feet
- Maximum Occupancy: 20
- Height: 9 feet
| Configuration | Occupancy | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Executive Boardroom | 14 | 345 sq ft |
| Executive Boardroom | 20 | 345 sq ft |
Trinity Ballroom
- Occupancy: 200 - 390
- Area: 3,312 square feet
- Maximum Occupancy: 390
- Height: 16 feet
| Configuration | Occupancy | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Trinity Ballroom | 365 | 3,312 sq ft |
| Trinity Ballroom | 200 | 3,312 sq ft |
| Trinity Ballroom | 280 | 3,312 sq ft |
| Trinity Ballroom | 390 | 3,312 sq ft |
Trinity Salon A
- Occupancy: 18 - 65
- Area: 552 square feet
- Maximum Occupancy: 65
- Height: 16 feet
| Configuration | Occupancy | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Trinity A | 62 | 552 sq ft |
| Trinity A | 35 | 552 sq ft |
| Trinity A | 46 | 552 sq ft |
| Trinity A | 60 | 552 sq ft |
| Trinity A | 18 | 552 sq ft |
Trinity Salon AB
- Occupancy: 60 - 100
- Area: 1,142 square feet
- Maximum Occupancy: 100
- Height: 16 feet
| Configuration | Occupancy | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Trinity Salon AB | 100 | 1,142 sq ft |
| Trinity Salon AB | 60 | 1,142 sq ft |
| Trinity Salon AB | 80 | 1,142 sq ft |
| Trinity Salon AB | 60 | 1,142 sq ft |
Trinity Salon ABC
- Occupancy: 130 - 170
- Area: 2,286 square feet
- Maximum Occupancy: 170
- Height: 16 feet
| Configuration | Occupancy | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Trinity Salon ABC | 145 | 2,286 sq ft |
| Trinity Salon ABC | 130 | 2,286 sq ft |
| Trinity Salon ABC | 170 | 2,286 sq ft |
| Trinity Salon ABC | 160 | 2,286 sq ft |
Trinity Salon B
- Occupancy: 18 - 65
- Area: 552 square feet
- Maximum Occupancy: 65
- Height: 16 feet
| Configuration | Occupancy | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Trinity Salon B | 62 | 552 sq ft |
| Trinity Salon B | 35 | 552 sq ft |
| Trinity Salon B | 46 | 552 sq ft |
| Trinity Salon B | 65 | 552 sq ft |
| Trinity Salon B | 18 | 552 sq ft |
Trinity Salon C
- Occupancy: 40 - 130
- Area: 1,104 square feet
- Maximum Occupancy: 130
- Height: 16 feet
| Configuration | Occupancy | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Trinity Salon C | 125 | 1,104 sq ft |
| Trinity Salon C | 64 | 1,104 sq ft |
| Trinity Salon C | 95 | 1,104 sq ft |
| Trinity Salon C | 130 | 1,104 sq ft |
| Trinity Salon C | 40 | 1,104 sq ft |
Trinity Salon CD
- Occupancy: 120 - 200
- Area: 2,295 square feet
- Maximum Occupancy: 200
- Height: 16 feet
| Configuration | Occupancy | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Trinity Salon CD | 200 | 2,295 sq ft |
| Trinity Salon CD | 120 | 2,295 sq ft |
| Trinity Salon CD | 160 | 2,295 sq ft |
| Trinity Salon CD | 200 | 2,295 sq ft |
Trinity Salon D
- Occupancy: 40 - 130
- Area: 1,104 square feet
- Maximum Occupancy: 130
- Height: 16 feet
| Configuration | Occupancy | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Trinity Salon D | 125 | 1,104 sq ft |
| Trinity Salon D | 64 | 1,104 sq ft |
| Trinity Salon D | 95 | 1,104 sq ft |
| Trinity Salon D | 130 | 1,104 sq ft |
| Trinity Salon D | 40 | 1,104 sq ft |
Trustees Room 1
- Occupancy: 9 - 50
- Area: 520 square feet
- Maximum Occupancy: 50
- Height: 9 feet
| Configuration | Occupancy | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Trustees Room 1 | 50 | 520 sq ft |
| Trustees Room 1 | 30 | 520 sq ft |
| Trustees Room 1 | 32 | 520 sq ft |
| Trustees Room 1 | 30 | 520 sq ft |
| Trustees Room 1 | 9 | 520 sq ft |
Trustees Room 1 & 2
- Occupancy: 18 - 100
- Area: 1,040 square feet
- Maximum Occupancy: 100
- Height: 9 feet
| Configuration | Occupancy | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Trustees Room 1 & 2 | 100 | 1,040 sq ft |
| Trustees Room 1 & 2 | 60 | 1,040 sq ft |
| Trustees Room 1 & 2 | 64 | 1,040 sq ft |
| Trustees Room 1 & 2 | 60 | 1,040 sq ft |
| Trustees Room 1 & 2 | 18 | 1,040 sq ft |
Trustees Room 2
- Occupancy: 9 - 50
- Area: 520 square feet
- Maximum Occupancy: 50
- Height: 9 feet
| Configuration | Occupancy | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Trustees Room 2 | 50 | 520 sq ft |
| Trustees Room 2 | 30 | 520 sq ft |
| Trustees Room 2 | 32 | 520 sq ft |
| Trustees Room 2 | 30 | 520 sq ft |
| Trustees Room 2 | 9 | 520 sq ft |
University Ballroom
- Occupancy: 300 - 600
- Area: 4,080 square feet
- Maximum Occupancy: 600
- Height: 15 feet
| Configuration | Occupancy | Area |
|---|---|---|
| University Ballroom | 510 | 4,080 sq ft |
| University Ballroom | 300 | 4,080 sq ft |
| University Ballroom | 375 | 4,080 sq ft |
| University Ballroom | 600 | 4,080 sq ft |
| University Ballroom | 159 | 4,080 sq ft |
University Ballroom 1
- Occupancy: 100 - 200
- Area: 1,326 square feet
- Maximum Occupancy: 200
- Height: 15 feet
| Configuration | Occupancy | Area |
|---|---|---|
| University Ballroom 1 | 150 | 1,326 sq ft |
| University Ballroom 1 | 100 | 1,326 sq ft |
| University Ballroom 1 | 125 | 1,326 sq ft |
| University Ballroom 1 | 200 | 1,326 sq ft |
University Ballroom 1 & 2
- Occupancy: 150 - 400
- Area: 2,737 square feet
- Maximum Occupancy: 400
- Height: 15 feet
| Configuration | Occupancy | Area |
|---|---|---|
| University Ballroom 1 & 2 | 240 | 2,737 sq ft |
| University Ballroom 1 & 2 | 200 | 2,737 sq ft |
| University Ballroom 1 & 2 | 150 | 2,737 sq ft |
| University Ballroom 1 & 2 | 400 | 2,737 sq ft |
University Ballroom 2
- Occupancy: 100 - 200
- Area: 1,326 square feet
- Maximum Occupancy: 200
- Height: 15 feet
| Configuration | Occupancy | Area |
|---|---|---|
| University Ballroom 2 | 150 | 1,326 sq ft |
| University Ballroom 2 | 100 | 1,326 sq ft |
| University Ballroom 2 | 125 | 1,326 sq ft |
| University Ballroom 2 | 200 | 1,326 sq ft |
University Ballroom 2 & 3
- Occupancy: 150 - 400
- Area: 2,837 square feet
- Maximum Occupancy: 400
- Height: 15 feet
| Configuration | Occupancy | Area |
|---|---|---|
| University Ballroom 2 & 3 | 240 | 2,837 sq ft |
| University Ballroom 2 & 3 | 200 | 2,837 sq ft |
| University Ballroom 2 & 3 | 150 | 2,837 sq ft |
| University Ballroom 2 & 3 | 400 | 2,837 sq ft |
University Ballroom 3
- Occupancy: 100 - 200
- Area: 1,326 square feet
- Maximum Occupancy: 200
- Height: 15 feet
| Configuration | Occupancy | Area |
|---|---|---|
| University Ballroom 3 | 150 | 1,326 sq ft |
| University Ballroom 3 | 100 | 1,326 sq ft |
| University Ballroom 3 | 125 | 1,326 sq ft |
| University Ballroom 3 | 200 | 1,326 sq ft |
Google Rating
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The hotel was generally comfortable, but several issues made the stay disappointing. When I arrived, I disinfected the bathroom with Lysol as I normally do for precaution, and I found that the toilet was visibly dirty inside. The shower also had human hair in several areas, so I had to clean it myself. The room had clearly not been prepared to the standard expected for a new guest. The curtain was also partially out of place, suggesting that small maintenance details had been overlooked, and the air conditioning was not operating at full capacity.
The hotel does not provide even a complimentary bottle of water in the refrigerator. Breakfast costs extra, and if you only want coffee, you must purchase and drink it separately at the bar. The parking lot has security cameras but is open and not enclosed, which guests should know.
The most uncomfortable part occurred at the Bluestone Grille. I entered only to ask about purchasing coffee because no one was at the front. An employee rudely ordered me to leave in front of other guests and would not allow me to explain that I have a medical condition and must remain accompanied by my trained service dog. Her behavior was humiliating and completely inappropriate.
The property is comfortable overall, but cleanliness, maintenance, amenities, and staff training—especially regarding guests with disabilities and service animals—need significant improvement. -
Chose to stay here during a visit to Duke based on previous reviews from other travelers. Unfortunately, my experience did not meet expectations. We opted in for a room on the 6th floor overlooking the pool, 604 to be exact. The room must have been one of the older rooms offered as it looked run down. The door to the closet/ironing board looked like it hadn’t been painted or maintained in years. The door was hard to open and the door knob was sticky. Additionally, the tub was very old and was stained with dirt. Luckily for us, the toilet was broken and we had to be moved to another room on the 6th floor, room 623. This room was actually a bit nicer and felt cleaner. The laundry facilities were dirty and unkept. We ended up doing our laundry at the laundromat just down the street. The pool was also not as expected. Appeared run down, torn cushions on outdoor furniture and did not appear as pictured in their online photos.
The lobby and restaurant/bar areas were the best part of this place.
We unfortunately won’t be staying here again. -
Hotel recent renovation definitely a great change. Bed very comfortable, giant TV screen (55 or 60 inch).
The breakfast is on pricy side, continental $16.95 does not include hot item. Never experience this before. With diamond membership, continental $15 credit still 5-7$ short if you includes tax and tips.
Parking $8 nightly manageable. -
This is now my go to hotel when I visit my daughter in Durham. The staff always give exceptional service. I wanted to share how much I enjoy having breakfast at this hotel. The food is always fresh and delicious, with a great variety on the buffet.
I am continually impressed by the service, and Erika's attention to detail was exceptional. She greeted us with a smile, checked on us often, and made us feel truly welcome.
Thank you for providing such a wonderful experience. -
Our family booked the Hilton Durham near Duke University for a soccer weekend. We arrived to check in at 4 p.m., the hotel’s published check-in time, only to be told our room wasn’t ready.
The explanation we received made this especially frustrating: an away football team was staying at the hotel, and the hotel had allowed them to remain until 5 p.m. Staff told us our room would not be ready until approximately 9 p.m.—five hours after check-in.
This wasn’t a short housekeeping delay. According to what we were told, the hotel had extended one group’s stay while incoming guests with reservations were left waiting for hours. Our family planned around having access to a room that afternoon, and suddenly we had no place to settle in, unpack, or rest during our soccer weekend.
We asked the hotel to make it right by either comping the night or arranging and paying for a comparable room elsewhere. Both requests were refused. We were told we could speak with the manager on Monday, but also told the room would not be complimentary. Being directed to a manager after the weekend does nothing to solve the problem while we are standing there needing our room.
I also contacted Hilton customer service. They offered points, but told me they could not comp the room and that only the hotel could authorize that. That left us going in circles: the hotel wouldn’t provide the requested resolution, and corporate said it couldn’t.
I understand that hotel operations can have unexpected problems. What I find unacceptable is being told that our room is unavailable for five hours because the hotel allowed another group to stay late, then receiving no practical help securing alternative accommodations.
Points do not give our family back the afternoon or provide a room when we need it. We booked a room with a 4 p.m. check-in, and we expected the hotel to honor that—or take responsibility and offer a meaningful solution when it couldn’t.
The handling of this situation has been extremely disappointing, both at the property and through Hilton customer service.
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