About Extended Stay America Select Suites - Durham - University
Extended StayAmerica Durham - University is a budget chain hotel tailored for longer stays at modern low-rise premises just five minutes’ drive from Duke University in Durham, North Carolina. Located off US Route 501 south of downtown, it boasts a complimentary local area shuttle plus free parking and free Wi-Fi throughout.
Colourful, air-conditioned rooms enjoying en suite bathrooms and free local calls feature ironing equipment, desks, flat-panel cable televisions and kitchenettes boasting hobs, fridges and microwaves.
Conveniences include a lift, launderette, 24-hour reception, vending machines and free weekly housekeeping. Pets are welcomed for a fee. Children can stay free.
A complimentary grab-and-go breakfast is provided. Eateries situated within half-a-mile include sports bars and coffee shops plus fast food, vegan, Indian and seafood restaurants.
Extended StayAmerica Durham - University is ten minutes’ drive from Northgate Mall and downtown with its Amtrak station. Nasher Museum of Art is approximately three miles away. Research Triangle Park is about nine miles away.
Positive Reviews
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Well-equipped rooms had kitchenettes
Guests welcomed the way each spacious room came with a kitchenette containing everything they needed to prepare simple meals anytime. Reviewers usually found their rooms clean and comfy. For many budget-minded visitors, the hotel represented an affordable
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Handy location near university
Visitors to Duke University liked being so close to the main campus. Moreover, this hotel's location won praise from travellers because there were conveniences like bus stops, shopping options and filling stations in the neighbourhood as well as various p
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Customer care was good
Travellers frequently appreciated the warm welcome they received from a friendly, helpful and efficient team of employees. Many were also pleased with the complimentary local area shuttle service. The pet-friendly policy appealed to animal owners.
Negative Reviews
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Nuisance noises and smells
Even though several guests commented that they enjoyed a fairly quiet stay, some light sleepers claimed noise from adjacent rooms and corridors travelled too easily through thin walls and occasionally caused them a nuisance. There were also reports of off
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Free breakfast could have been better
According to several diners, the free grab-and-go breakfast lacked sufficient food and drink options. Some called it more of a snack than a full meal.
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Maintenance and cleanliness issues
Insufficiently cleaned bathrooms, kitchen utensils and bedroom floors plus aging furniture, tired-looking decor and stained bedding were among the maintenance and cleanliness issues that bothered critics in several rooms.