Raleigh-Durham

Owned by Duke University, this hotel is 1 mile from highways 15 and 501. — Star Service

This inn (ca. 1775) is one of the most highly honored inns in the area, acknowledged by such publications as USA Today, Southern Living, and Food & Wine. — Frommer's

The 17-story hotel, very close to the city's convention center, is right in the heart of things and has rooms with lots of amenities. — Fodor's

Within walking distance of the Capitol, across the road from the convention center, this 17-story hotel is a beaming beneficiary of Starwood’s deep pockets and adept management style. — Star Service

Its crisp, conservative contemporary decor is amply realized, service is swift, and the accommodations are tricked out with the latest technology. — Star Service

At the Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley, Chef Ron Salerno and his team have created a signature line of sauces and rib rubs. — Afar Magazine

Built in 2002, this is the best and most comfortable of the many modern hotels that have been built in the past dozen or so years on the rural outskirts of Durham. — Frommer's

With its enormous parking lot, this inn attracts its fair share of big rig traffic. — Gayot

Built in 1903, the King’s Daughter Inn carries quite a history. — Gayot

This easily accessed hotel is a favorite spot for corporate meetings. — Fodor's

With its yellow exterior and lush gardens, this B&B is literally and figuratively a bright spot in the Holloway Historic District. — Fodor's

Within walking distance to the Pleasant Valley Mall, a Wal-Mart and a movie theater. The parking lot accommodates RVs. Rooms are comfortable with lots of floral prints. — Gayot

This cheap, three-story motel rents by the day or the week, although the management prefers the latter. — Gayot

The accommodations are clean and comfy, but the best part of these bargain rates is the location in the heart of the city. — Gayot

Offers 144 suites with easy access to numerous nearby shopping, dining, entertainment and sports venues. Its spacious, homey accommodations meet the needs of both business-people and families. — Gayot

These basic accommodations offer a convenient setting for visitors to the Raleigh area. — Gayot

Exterior corridors lead to the 103 rooms in this two-story facility. — Gayot

This 122-room motel can be counted on for clean, basic accommodations. — Gayot

The 128-room Hilton Garden Inn Durham/University Medical Center is a three-pearl option that's close to Duke University and Duke Medical Center, as well as numerous restaurants and shops. — Oyster