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3.5 of 5
201 Foster Street, Durham, NC 27701
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Fayetteville, North Carolina
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24 reviews 24 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
“Pleasant stay”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 5, 2013

Good experience from the beginning. Very smooth check in and staff very pleasant and helpful. The hotel is located in a great area, very convenient to shops/restaurants and DPAC. Our room was clean and spacious. Only thing, I wish we had asked for a king instead of two double beds. Otherwise bedding was comforable and clean with fresh good quality sheets and 4 comfortable pillows on each bed! Bathroom stocked with amenities. We were pleased to find out they offered a shuttle to and from the hotel within a 5 miles radius. The shuttle took us to our show at DPAC and picked us up at the end and back to the hotel. Would recommend this hotel.

Room Tip: We requesed a quiet room and got one, away from the elevators and ice machines.
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  • Stayed February 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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WoochanKim, General Manager at Durham Marriott City Center, responded to this review
February 14, 2013
Dear guest,
Thank you for staying with us and we are glad to hear that you enjoyed staying with us. Our hotel is in this great city of Durham where you can do many exciting things. Going to Carolina Theatre, Durham Performing Art Center, Durham Bulls, and tasting great food in many popular local restaurants…. Please come back to see us.
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Richmond, Virginia
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59 reviews 59 reviews
23 hotel reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
42 helpful votes 42 helpful votes
“Great staff, nice hotel but...”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 4, 2013

I stayed at this hotel for one night. The staff were really nice and friendly. The room was lovely and the bed was very comfortable but there were two major problems. First the heating unit was ridiculously noisy. Without it on, the room was too cold, With it on, you couldn't sleep because of the noise. The second problem was the shower. The drain was not working fast enough while I tried to get the temperature warm enough for my shower and the hot water ran out before I was done washing my hair (this was NOT a long shower).

I got this room on a Priceline reservation so for the money it was good value but bad heating units are one of my pet peeves and this one was one of the worst.

I had breakfast at the buffet and the omelet was one of the better ones I have had at a buffet in quite a while. The fresh fruit was also excellent and the service was quite good.

  • Stayed January 2013, traveled solo
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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WoochanKim, General Manager at Durham Marriott City Center, responded to this review
February 14, 2013
Dear guest,
Thank you for staying with us and giving us great comments. I will share your compliments with Front Desk, Housekeeping and the Restaurant team. They will be happy to hear. And I will also address your concern with Engineering team for the improvement so we can serve you better next time. Thank you so much again for staying with us.
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Hickory, North Carolina
1 review
“Great Hotel”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 30, 2013

I stayed 3 nights with this hotel and it was great! Rates were right, staff was great and the restaurant was really good and priced well. The concierge level was really nice and the AM & PM concierges were just like family. I've stayed there 4 or 5 times over the last 2 years and I will definitely go back.

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Wendy_Jeffries, General Manager at Durham Marriott City Center, responded to this review
January 31, 2013
Dear guest,
Thank you for always staying with us and giving us great comments. I will share your compliments with Concierge and the Restaurant team. They will be happy to hear. Thank you again and see you soon!
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69 reviews 69 reviews
13 hotel reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
“Clean, friendly staff, competent”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 28, 2013

We have stayed here several times when visiting our family. The hotel staff is very competent and friendly and the hotel is clean and well maintained. The washcloths were a bit thin for my taste. The bed was very comfortable. The only complaint I have is the Sunday breakfast. We generally have breakfast before we get on the road on Sunday morning and it has happened each time that the restaurant has been grossly understaffed. It was fine on Saturday, but on Sunday about 30 people trickled in and completely overwhelmed the one waitress. Not only could she NOT remember anything we asked for, but her organizational skills left a LOT to be desired. We got no menus, one more OJ than we had ordered, no hot sauce or ketchup. You get the picture. Mind you, she was not sitting around doing nothing. She was just visibly overwhelmed and frazzled and although friendly, not the sharpest knife in the drawer. It took us 40 minutes to get our omelet -- actually I wanted to order one off the menu, but menus never came so to get things moving along we went for the buffet. The buffet was very spare - more motel than hotel food and the plates were cold, cold, cold. So the minute you put the food on the plate, it instantly became frigid. Marriott is a competent chain and this is not up to their standards. Get a plan B for more help Marriott, or cross train your people!! Too bad there was not another option for breakfast in downtown Durham. Guess everyone is in church on Sunday morning, so this is the best option if you want to eat.

  • Stayed January 2013, traveled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
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Wendy_Jeffries, General Manager at Durham Marriott City Center, responded to this review
January 30, 2013
Dear guest,
Thank you staying with us and giving us great compliments. But we were also disturbed to hear that we didn’t completely satisfy you due to our breakfast operation. We will not only share your good comments but also your concerns with our team for the improvement. Please call us directly at 919-768-6011 and we will make sure we serve you better for your next trip.
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Conway, South Carolina
1 review
“Wonderful Weekend”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 20, 2013

Girls' weekend to see Jekyll and Hyde! Hotel was in the perfect location. Walking distance to the theatre and restaurants. Staff was very friendly and courteous especially Jahmed Mills at the front desk. We will definitely stay here again.

  • Stayed January 2013
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Wendy_Jeffries, General Manager at Durham Marriott City Center, responded to this review
January 31, 2013
Dear guest,
We are very glad to hear that you enjoyed our hotel and the service. I will also speak with Jahmed about your compliments. Thank you so much again for staying with us.
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Also Known As:
Durham Marriott City Hotel
Durham Marriott City Hotel Durham
Marriott Durham
Durham Marriott
Address: 201 Foster Street, Durham, NC 27701
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Region: United States > North Carolina > Durham
Amenities:
Business Center Fitness Center Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#15 Family Hotels in Durham
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Welcome to the Durham Marriott City Center. Situated downtown, you’ll love how the hotel and the city seamlessly blend the modern and the historic. The Durham Marriott Convention Center is connected to the 44,000 square foot Durham Convention Center and adjacent to the beautifully restored Carolina Theatre. Minutes away from Duke University, Duke Hospitals, and North Carolina Central University, this modern hotel compliments the heritage and classic architecture found throughout the city. Designed for both the business traveler and family vacationer, our comfortable accommodations and outstanding Marriott service ensure a memorable and productive visit. The Durham Marriott City Center is known for its helpful and knowledgeable staff that will ensure you get the most from your stay. Rooms at the hotel include Marriot’s luxurious revived bedding package accompanied by high-definition flat screen televisions. Guests on the concierge level enjoy the added benefit of the concierge lounge serving appetizers and snacks throughout the day. All guests appreciate the state of the art fitness center highlighted by eight units with 17 inch TV screens. Dining options include the 2 zero 1 restaurant with continental American dining and a casual atmosphere. The 2 zero 1 lounge offers nightly specials and a relaxed setting. So what are you waiting for? Book your room today! ... more   less 
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