SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Durham Medical Center

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SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western
5.7 (408 reviews)
3710 Hillsborough Rd , Durham , US

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Business center
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Convenient location (near Duke, restaurants, highway, stores)
Low price / budget-friendly / perceived value
Some rooms had working AC, TV and comfortable beds
Cleaning staff and check-in praised in a few reviews
Cons:
Strong reports of marijuana/cigarette odors, mold, and general uncleanliness
Noise and security concerns (unruly guests, homeless in parking lot, vandalism risk)
Room maintenance issues (broken shower knob, burn marks, water damage, hard beds)
Limited amenities or closures (pool closed, taped stairs) and limited breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
3
Multiple reviews report pervasive odors (marijuana, mold), cigarette burns, dirty hallways, water damage, and generally unkept rooms despite a few mentions of clean rooms.
Service
7.5
Mixed: some praise for housekeeping and check-in, but reports of poor on-site security, uncomfortable interactions (asking for cash), and inconsistent staff response.
Location
9.5
Consistently praised for convenience—close to Duke, restaurants, highway access and stores; location is the primary reason many stayed.
Room Quality
3.5
Many guests report smoky or moldy rooms, broken fixtures (shower knob), hard beds and burn marks; a few guests found beds/TV/AC comfortable and functional.
Amenities
5.6
Basic amenities (AC, TV) worked for some, but issues include taped-off stairs, closed pool, limited breakfast options and unsafe-feeling electrical setups.
Value for Money
7.5
Several reviewers note the low price and call it budget-friendly or good value for location despite cleanliness/quality problems.
Food and Beverage
4.5
Very limited mentions—breakfast options described as limited; otherwise minimal food/beverage service mention.
Overall Experience
4.5
Overall stay impression is negative-to-mixed: convenient location and occasional good housekeeping/check-in, but pervasive cleanliness, safety, noise, and maintenance issues harmed guests' experiences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:05

Property Description

Complimentary Continental Breakfast and Amenities
SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Durham Medical Center offers a delightful start to your day with a complimentary continental breakfast featuring hot items. Relax and unwind in the outdoor pool or stay active at the fitness centre during your stay.

Modern Room Features
Each room is thoughtfully equipped with a 42-inch flat-screen cable TV, air conditioning, and a cozy seating area. Enjoy the convenience of a microwave and refrigerator in the dining area. The private bathroom includes a refreshing shower, hairdryer, and complimentary toiletries.

Convenient Services and Nearby Attractions
Benefit from a 24-hour front desk and complimentary parking at SureStay Plus Hotel. Explore nearby attractions such as the American Tobacco Campus and Durham Performing Arts Center, both just a short distance away. Book your stay now and experience comfort and convenience at its best.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: RDU

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 43.43
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: Yes
  • Pet Friendly: Yes
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: Yes
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: Yes
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: Yes
  • Elevator Visual Signs: Yes
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Guest Reviews

5.7
Based on 408 reviews
Cleanliness: 3
Service: 7.5
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 3.5
Amenities: 5.6
Value for Money: 7.5
Food and Beverage: 4.5
Overall Experience: 4.5
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Thomas • solo_traveller • us
7
Great value for a clean, comfortable room in a good location.
Pros:

Stayed there for location - it was perfect. Easy access to highway, many restaurants, and access to Duke campus which was the trip priority. Room was clean, comfortable, and had good amenities. Cleaning staff were especially good - did a GREAT job with housekeeping duties.

Cons:

Noisy at night, with VERY unruly other customers. Need to reel that in, as out of control. Someone dented the trunk hood of my rental car during the last night of the trip, and I believe it probably happened there as I did not notice this before I retired for the night.

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Camille • couple • us
1
2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Crystal • couple • us
1
I didn’t stay due to the lack of security
Pros:

I didn’t like anything with Property

Cons:

There were so many homeless people in the parking lot. There were people on the balcony drinking and smoking, and even get my car didn’t even go inside.

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Donnie • solo_traveller • us
8
It was ok just didn’t like the night activities
Pros:

Convient

Cons:

The guest walking around

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Joan • couple • us
10
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Olanike • couple • us
5
Not as expected but manageable.
Pros:

The check-in process, that’s all

Cons:

The rooms smells like smoke from cigarettes/weed. The bed-sheet feels like its not properly washed or dry. The floor looks unkept. The bathroom was just there.

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Jamie • solo_traveller • us
2
Pros:

Convenience to job

Cons:

The walls was dirty the toilet seat was unskrewed the I'm disappointed

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Angel • solo_traveller • us
4
2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Maria • solo_traveller • us
6
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Fulkerson • solo_traveller • us
1
Pros:

The price and location

Cons:

It was smelly and dirty with water damage in the hallways, the beds where hard and the toilet paper was terrible

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Rhonda • solo_traveller • us
5
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Mario • family_with_children • us
9
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Marcella • solo_traveller • us
7
Comfortable Room & Close to Restaurant
Pros:

The room was clean, the TV worked, and the bed was comfortable. The AC worked too.

Cons:

The stairs were taped off near the rooms I was staying in, so I had to walk to the elevator, then walk around the building to my car. Because my car was parked on the side with the taped stairs. I was not happy about that, and there was no warning it would be closed, I could have parked near the front lobby.

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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April • family_with_children • us
1
Trash I checked out same day…..nope!
Pros:

Nothing! It was nasty! As soon as you pulled in it smelled like weed! Not like the picture it looks like a run down abandoned building!

Cons:

Everything

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Diana • solo_traveller • us
5
Property is under construction
Cons:

As soon as I pulled in a parking spot a female approached me asking if I had Cash App for cash

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Leslie • solo_traveller • us
1
Cons:

It smelled moldy. Also there was the smell of Marijuana coming through the vents. Burn marks on toilet seat. TV was unplugged no remote. 3 way outlet adapter with all the appliances plugges in. It felt very very uncomfortable so I asked for a refund. We could not stay. I am concerned because I booked and room in another location with Best Western so I hope this will.not be the same experience 🫩😠

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Carlisha • couple • us
5
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Adrian • solo_traveller • us
5
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Vivian • solo_traveller • us
1
Pros:

The bed was comfortable.

Cons:

Very badly done floors. Everything smelled and looked disgusting. The entire place smelled like Marijuana. The shower knob was broken and the water never got hot, it was barely lukewarm.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Culbreth • solo_traveller • us
7
Pros:

Price and sraff

Cons:

Price the next day

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee