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Durham
Research Triangle innovation, BBQ & Southern charm
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The Durham Hotel
$179.1/night
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21c Museum Hotel Durham
$161.1/night
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Aloft Durham Downtown
$160.65/night
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21c Museum Hotel Durham - MGallery
$160.65/night
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The Durham Hotel
$158.27/night
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AC Hotel Durham
$132/night
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Durham Marriott City Center
$130/night
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Holiday Inn Express Durham, an IHG Hotel
$126/night
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About Durham
Durham is the heart of North Carolina's Research Triangle, blending innovation with Southern culture. The American Tobacco Campus, Duke University, and a world-class food scene make it a rising star.
Durham by the Numbers
Based on data from 159 verified local businesses on Recommended.app:
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4.7
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Frequently asked questions about Durham
How many local businesses are listed in Durham?
Recommended.app has 159 verified local businesses in Durham, North Carolina across 70 categories. Each listing includes verified contact info, hours, and customer reviews.
What are popular things to do in Durham?
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What's the average rating of businesses in Durham?
Businesses in Durham on Recommended.app have an average rating of 4.7/5 from 348 customer reviews.
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