JB Duke Hotel

Hotels
9.2 (341 reviews)
230 Science Drive , Durham , US

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Exceptional service
Great location
Beautiful property
Cons:
High pet fee

Categories

Cleanliness
9.16
Guests noted the hotel as clean and well-maintained.
Service
9.63
Exceptional and friendly service consistently praised by guests.
Location
9.37
Perfect location near Duke University and convenient access to nearby attractions.
Room Quality
9.12
Rooms are generally spacious, comfortable, and well-renovated.
Amenities
9.15
Above average amenities including a fitness center and pet-friendly services.
Value for Money
8.91
Pricing was reasonable for the level of service and accommodations.
Food and Beverage
8.66
Food quality received positive mentions, but could vary based on specific offerings.
Overall Experience
9.63
Overall positive experiences; guests express a strong desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 02:26

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Indulge in comfort with flat-screen TVs, cozy seating areas, and modern amenities like coffee machines in every room. Relax in the stylish ambiance and enjoy complimentary toiletries and hairdryers in the private bathrooms.

Convenient Facilities
Take advantage of the business center and meeting facilities, as well as the 24-hour front desk and gift shop available on-site. Stay connected with free WiFi throughout the property, ensuring a seamless stay for both leisure and business travelers.

Prime Location
Situated just 3.8 km from American Tobacco Campus, JB Duke Hotel offers easy access to nearby attractions. With free private parking and Raleigh-Durham International Airport a short drive away, convenience is key for guests.

Book your stay at JB Duke Hotel for a memorable and hassle-free experience.

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: 12:00 PM
Airport code: RDU

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 341 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.16
Service: 9.63
Location: 9.37
Room Quality: 9.12
Amenities: 9.15
Value for Money: 8.91
Food and Beverage: 8.66
Overall Experience: 9.63
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Rebecca Zimm • couple • us
6
For one night stay, hit MOST of the marks....work on fitness center.
Pros:

Hotel is in a lovely, bucolic setting which is quite peaceful. Parking garage was accessible & fairly convenient. Interiors were clean and fresh. Dan at the front desk/porter area was great.

Cons:

Simple room amenities were missing...shower caps, coffee creamer, sufficient towels, makeup remover pads, robes & slippers. Bar/restaurant closed quite early for a Saturday night. Fitness center was VERY disappointing, with somewhat dated equipment.

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Carter • couple • us
10
Pros:

Lovely! Moulton Brown toiletries 👏🏼!

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Jamera • couple • us
10
We will be back. Loved every moment of it. It was so relaxing.
Pros:

It was clean and accommodating

Cons:

Nothing, it was amazing.

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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freitas • couple • us
10
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Lois • extended_group • us
10
Fun & relaxing.
Pros:

Staff is great.
Bedding is excellent.
Bar is convenient. Good service.
Breakfast is convenient . Staff great. Food was good & well presented.

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Douglas • solo_traveller • gb
7
Not much to say other than it is clean, comfortable and convenient for visiting Duke. Just a corporate feel to it.
Pros:

Can’t beat the convenience for Duke U

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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DOAE • solo_traveller • ma
7
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Yi • couple • us
9
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Rei • couple • jp
8
朝食はぜんぜん美味しくなかった
Pros:

特にない

Cons:

特にない

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Cynthia • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Mark • extended_group • us
5
Excellent staff. Hotel room very outdated.
Pros:

It was convenient with what we had planned to do. The staff was great.

Cons:

Once you leave the lobby the hotel looks more like an average run down place. Refrigerator didn’t work. Only 3 towels for 4 adults. The room was just outdated. We paid $405 for one night and probably worth $100.

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Angela • solo_traveller • ae
10
Perfect as always
Pros:

Everything. The location, the facilities, the room, the restaurants, the grounds, the staff!

Cons:

I like everything about it

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Antoinette • couple • us
10
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

Everything else was perfect especially the friendly staff and shuttle drivers except the location of the room.

Cons:

Our room window was facing the drop off area of the hotel so every time when cars arrive to the lobby, the headlights of each car directly ran though our room and me in the bed. I realized soon checked from outside myself that any one at the drop off area can see our room and anyone laying in our bed which means zero privacy. That was very unpleasant especially at night for sleep so we had to keep our curtain shut all times, no window views. Please don’t sell the unit.

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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X3340WIshannonm • NONE
10
Quick overnight stay
Pros:

Staff was welcoming, friendly, and the food was delicious! We were there for a baseball event on the Duke campus, and the staff made my son feel like a rockstar. Thank you!

2026-08-10 • via Tripadvisor
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Mark • couple • us
10
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Tanya • family_with_children • us
10
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Candace • couple • us
10
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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maesmom • Family • Matecumbe Key, Florida Keys, Florida
10
Highly recommend
Pros:

Spacious, clean and well-kept hotel on Duke’s campus. I’ve traveled a lot this summer, stayed at Hiltons, Tapestry hotels, Marriott chains. The Jv exceeded them all. There are some quirks (I wandered 10 min trying to find the fitness center) and the cleaning supplies do leave a cologne smell in the room, but I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again. The lobby dining and breakfast offered were wonderful.

2026-07-19 • via Tripadvisor