Suburban Studios Durham-Raleigh

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Suburban
4.3 (158 reviews)
5008 North Carolina 55 , Durham , US
+1 919-200-6517

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Lift / Elevator
Laundry
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Helpful front desk (room change when AC failed)
Ample fridge in replacement room
Clean bedsheets in replacement room
Convenient location near stores/restaurants
Friendly other guests/neighbors noted by some
Cons:
Roaches observed in rooms
Black mold and strong mildew/mold smell
Broken microwave and missing stovetop knob
Rusting toilet and loose faucet handle (maintenance issues)
Stale smoke odor in non-smoking room
No iron/ironing board available
Loud guests/music and children; room not ready at check-in

Categories

Cleanliness
2
Multiple reports of roaches, painted-over black mold, pervasive mold/mildew smell and residual smoke — cleanliness is poor and a health concern.
Service
6.5
Front desk staff were helpful (room change when AC failed); generally responsive in that instance, though overall service reviews are mixed.
Location
7.5
Called out as convenient and close to stores/restaurants; location is a clear positive.
Room Quality
2.5
Significant maintenance issues: rusted/unsecured toilet, peeling paint, loose faucet handle, missing stovetop knob, broken microwave in one room — room quality is poor.
Amenities
4
Mixed: replacement room had a good fridge and clean sheets but microwave was broken and no iron/ironing board was available; amenities are inconsistent.
Value for Money
5
Several guests noted it was acceptable for the price and location, though maintenance and cleanliness problems detract from perceived value.
Food and Beverage
4.3
Standard quality for this hotel tier
Overall Experience
2.6
Overall experience rated poorly by multiple guests due to health/maintenance issues, odor, pests, and noisy/disruptive other guests despite some helpful staff and convenient location.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:10

Property Description

Extended Stay Hotel in Durham

Fully Equipped Kitchens
Experience convenience with stovetop, microwave, and refrigerator in every room. Enjoy upgraded bedding, laundry facilities, and fresh water for a comfortable stay.

Complimentary Amenities
Benefit from free WiFi, on-site parking, and local phone calls. Explore nearby attractions like Research Triangle Park RTP and North Carolina Central University NCCU.

Ideal for Long Stays
Whether you're here for work or leisure, HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Raleigh – Durham provides the perfect extended stay accommodations.

Book now for a seamless and enjoyable experience at our Durham hotel.

Important information:

Out of respect for our guest’s privacy, full housekeeping services are included in the price of your stay and offered once every two weeks, with a refresh in between. You may schedule additional housekeeping services on a customized schedule through the front desk for an additional cost. Please contact the Hotel for more details.

A valid credit card is required at check-in.

Primary guest must be 21 years of age or older with valid identification at check-in. Active military personnel must be 18 years of age or older with valid identification at check-in

Dishes are not provided in the rooms, but dish packs are available for purchase.

Please note, the lobby is closed on Sunday's.

The front desk office hours are Monday - Saturday 11:00am - 7:00pm.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

Guest Reviews

4.3
Based on 158 reviews
Cleanliness: 2
Service: 6.5
Location: 7.5
Room Quality: 2.5
Amenities: 4
Value for Money: 5
Food and Beverage: 4.3
Overall Experience: 2.6
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Nakaisha • couple • us
1
Not worth the stay at all; that hotel is a health hazard
Pros:

Friendly people staying in other rooms, close to stores and restaurants

Cons:

Forced to switch out of my clean, nicely renovated bottom floor room to a room that wasn’t look properly maintenance . Paint was coming off the walls and the toilet was rusted and not properly attached to the floor in the bathroom. There was black mold that had been painted over on the ceiling and the window sill. The smell of mold and mildew was overbearing. One of the handles to the kitchen faucet is completely loose so it’s always running. One of the stovetop starter knobs was missing completely.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Lucas • couple • us
1
Suck check in and check right back out
Cons:

Everything

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Jen • solo_traveller • us
7
Great customer service at desk; Get a roach exterminator in, and you'll be in good shape...
Pros:

I appreciated being switched to a different room when the AC in the initial room was blowing nothing but hot air, and wouldn't switch over to cool air. The fridge in the replacement room was ample, the bedsheets were clean, the AC worked GREAT!

Cons:

The microwave in the replacement room was broken and wouldn't heat anything properly. I also saw a few roaches running around. I also had to deodorize the room with air freshener that travels with me, because the room smelled like stale smoke, and was not specified as a room that people regularly smoke in, whereas my boyfriend and I are not smokers.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Kevin🤴🏽👑🇺🇸🗽💰💎 • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Oluwafisayo • extended_group • us
1
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Sheila • solo_traveller • us
5
It was good for the price good location
Pros:

Convenient

Cons:

No iron and ironing board

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Nisenzon • solo_traveller • us
2
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Nisenzon • solo_traveller • us
2
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Shawntay • couple • us
1
Bad
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

People disrespectful,loud music, loud children , wasn’t ready by the time we checked in

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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miller • solo_traveller • us
7
Nice
Pros:

Somewhat quiet. Having a restaurant next door, shops were close by. Room was as expected for the price. Needs some work; electrical w the lamps, foot plate in bathroom needs to be put back on the wall, knats in the bathroom. Clean room, refrigerator, bed and kitchen area

Cons:

Just a few things needing attention as I listed above

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Judd • couple • us
10
Pros:

The rest I got to enjoy not long enough for me to e

Cons:

Not long enough for me to enjoy only one night

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Cornelius • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Skylar • couple • us
6
Alright
Pros:

It was nice enough and comfortable.

Cons:

The stove caught fire from wires being wrapped in painters tape instead of electrical tape. It was very scary and sparks went flying. My partner and I had never experienced something like that before

2026-04-29 • via Nuitee
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Judd • couple • us
10
2026-04-02 • via Nuitee
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gosnell • family_with_children • us
1
2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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gosnell • family_with_children • us
1
2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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gosnell • family_with_children • us
8
Pros:

The staff,comfort and location

Cons:

Wash room dirty and roaches

2026-01-05 • via Nuitee
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Dannielle • family_with_children • us
10
2025-12-09 • via Nuitee
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Hart • couple • us
4
You get what you pay for…
Pros:

Staff was nice.

Cons:

It needs an overall remodel, or it’s basically falling apart.

2025-12-07 • via Nuitee
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gosnell • family_with_children • us
8
2025-11-26 • via Nuitee