About Extended Stay America Select Suites - Durham - University - Ivy Creek Blvd
Boasting free Wi-Fi throughout and complimentary parking, Extended Stay America Durham University Ivy Creek Boulevard is an economy long stay hotel in the southern outskirts of Durham, North Carolina. Occupying contemporary low-rise premises half-a-mile from US Route 501, it also features a free local shuttle service.
Bright, air-conditioned rooms with en suite bathrooms and ironing equipment boast desks, flat-screen cable televisions and well-equipped kitchenettes including microwaves, stoves and fridges.
Conveniences include a launderette, picnic area, 24-hour reception, vending machines and complimentary weekly housekeeping. Pets are allowed for a fee. Children can stay free.
A free grab-and-go breakfast is served. Eateries situated within half-a-mile include pizzerias plus Mexican, Chinese, fast food and Peruvian restaurants.
Situated five minutes’ drive from Duke University, Extended Stay America Durham University Ivy Creek Boulevard is 20 minutes from Raleigh-Durham International Airport. The Museum of Life and Science is roughly 15 minutes’ drive away. The PNC Arena is about 25 minutes’ drive away in Raleigh for Carolina Hurricanes ice hockey games.
Positive Reviews
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Handy suburban location south of downtown
There was lots of praise from reviewers for the handy location of this property near US Route 501 in the southern suburbs of Durham. Not only did guests say it was easy to reach downtown and surrounding academic institutions, but also there were convenien
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Positive about customer service
The hardworking, friendly and helpful employees reportedly offered good customer care and had useful local knowledge to share. Many guests welcomed the complimentary local shuttle service. Animal owners liked the pet-friendly policy.
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Spacious rooms featured kitchenettes
Guests on extended stays loved the way each spacious room came with a kitchenette, enabling them to prepare meals at their own leisure. Homely features such as the cosy beds and flat-screen TVs also attracted praise from travellers. Many guests described
Negative Reviews
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Cleanliness and maintenance issues
Leftover food and litter, stained bedding, lingering smoky smells, dated decor and broken kitchen appliances were among the maintenance and cleanliness problems guests encountered in several rooms. Moreover, the free weekly housekeeping wasn't offered oft
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Free breakfast had some critics
Critics sometimes claimed they were underwhelmed by the takeaway breakfast because there was a limited range of food and drink options on the menu.
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Free Wi-Fi left some guests unimpressed
Some critics were dissatisfied with the free Wi-Fi network, claiming it was beset by sluggish speeds and spotty coverage from time to time.