DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh MidtownvsThe Durham Hotel
Both properties are endorsed by professionals. On balance, The Durham Hotel ranks slightly better than Holiday Inn Raleigh-North. The Durham Hotel comes in at 78 with accolades from 1 sources including Lonely Planet.
DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh Midtown
 Gayot
 DK Eyewitness
2805 Highwoods Blvd., Raleigh, NC 27604
From $71/night
- Pet Friendly
 - Bar/Lounge
 - Hot Tub
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Laundry Service
 
 "This six-story hotel opened in 2000 and welcomes guests with a spacious foyer that has a lovely sitting area and paneled fireplace. It includes lots of little extras not normally found at..." 
 "This modern six-story hotel is conveniently located near the I-440, the main highway around the city." 
The Durham Hotel
 Lonely Planet
315 East Chapel Hill Street, Durham, NC 27701
From $135/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Free Breakfast
 - Laundry Service
 - Concierge
 
Top choice
 "Raleigh Denim bedspreads, music programming by Durham-based Merge Records – it’s go local or go home." Full review