21c Museum Hotel Durham 4.5 stars

Customer review rating (ALL Rating) 4.0/5 1,472 reviews

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Description

Hotel extras

  • AAA Four Diamond hotel that combines contemporary art with luxurious, southern hospitality.

  • 10,500 square feet of exhibition and event space

  • Located in the heart of downtown Durham/City Center close to Duke, DPAC and restaurants.

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Room 1

Bathroom

Bathroom Facilities

  • Accessible bathroom
  • Bathroom doors 32 inches wide
  • Hair dryer in bathroom
  • Make-up/magnifying mirror

Media And Technology

Complementary elements

  • Radio

Internet Facilities

  • Data port in room
  • RJ 45 Outlet
  • Wireless internet in your room

Phone Facilities

  • Direct dial telephone
  • Free access with phone card
  • Phone with 2 handsets in room
  • Voice mail

Tv Facilities

  • Satellite/cable colour TV

Service And Equipment

Accessibility And Security

  • Alarm clock
  • Audible smoke alarms in rooms
  • Dead bolt in rooms
  • Emergency info in rooms
  • Keycard-operated door locks
  • Message alert
  • Phone light for hearing impaired
  • Room for hearing impaired guests
  • Safe deposit box in room
  • Security Peephole
  • Smoke alarm in room
  • Sprinkler in room
  • Visual alarm for hearing impaired

Comfort Features

  • Alarm clock
  • Iron
  • Shoe polisher

Electric Facilities

  • 110/120 V AC

Room Services

  • Automatic wake up call
  • Operator wake up call

Temperature Air Control

  • Air Conditioning
  • Air cooling system

Working Area

  • Business Desk
  • 4 pers. max
  • 31 m² / 333 sq ft

Bathroom

Bathroom Facilities

  • Accessible bathroom
  • Bathroom doors 32 inches wide
  • Hair dryer in bathroom
  • Make-up/magnifying mirror

Media And Technology

Complementary elements

  • Radio

Internet Facilities

  • Data port in room
  • RJ 45 Outlet
  • Wireless internet in your room

Phone Facilities

  • Direct dial telephone
  • Free access with phone card
  • Phone with 2 handsets in room
  • Voice mail

Tv Facilities

  • Satellite/cable colour TV

Service And Equipment

Accessibility And Security

  • Alarm clock
  • Audible smoke alarms in rooms
  • Dead bolt in rooms
  • Emergency info in rooms
  • Keycard-operated door locks
  • Message alert
  • Phone light for hearing impaired
  • Room for hearing impaired guests
  • Safe deposit box in room
  • Security Peephole
  • Smoke alarm in room
  • Sprinkler in room
  • Visual alarm for hearing impaired

Comfort Features

  • Alarm clock
  • Iron
  • Shoe polisher

Electric Facilities

  • 110/120 V AC

Room Services

  • Automatic wake up call
  • Operator wake up call

Temperature Air Control

  • Air Conditioning
  • Air cooling system

Working Area

  • Business Desk

Bathroom

Bathroom Facilities

  • Accessible bathroom
  • Bathroom doors 32 inches wide
  • Hair dryer in bathroom
  • Make-up/magnifying mirror

Media And Technology

Complementary elements

  • Radio

Internet Facilities

  • Data port in room
  • RJ 45 Outlet
  • Wireless internet in your room

Phone Facilities

  • Direct dial telephone
  • Free access with phone card
  • Phone with 2 handsets in room
  • Voice mail

Tv Facilities

  • Satellite/cable colour TV

Service And Equipment

Accessibility And Security

  • Alarm clock
  • Audible smoke alarms in rooms
  • Dead bolt in rooms
  • Emergency info in rooms
  • Keycard-operated door locks
  • Message alert
  • Phone light for hearing impaired
  • Room for hearing impaired guests
  • Safe deposit box in room
  • Security Peephole
  • Smoke alarm in room
  • Sprinkler in room
  • Visual alarm for hearing impaired

Comfort Features

  • Alarm clock
  • Iron
  • Shoe polisher

Electric Facilities

  • 110/120 V AC

Room Services

  • Automatic wake up call
  • Operator wake up call

Temperature Air Control

  • Air Conditioning
  • Air cooling system

Working Area

  • Business Desk

Media And Technology

Complementary elements

  • Radio

Internet Facilities

  • Data port in room
  • RJ 45 Outlet

Phone Facilities

  • Direct dial telephone
  • Free access with phone card
  • Phone with 2 handsets in room
  • Voice mail

Tv Facilities

  • Satellite/cable colour TV

Service And Equipment

Accessibility And Security

  • Alarm clock
  • Audible smoke alarms in rooms
  • Dead bolt in rooms
  • Emergency info in rooms
  • Keycard-operated door locks
  • Message alert
  • Phone light for hearing impaired
  • Room for hearing impaired guests
  • Safe deposit box in room
  • Security Peephole
  • Smoke alarm in room
  • Sprinkler in room
  • Visual alarm for hearing impaired

Comfort Features

  • Alarm clock
  • Iron
  • Shoe polisher

Electric Facilities

  • 110/120 V AC

Room Services

  • Automatic wake up call
  • Operator wake up call

Temperature Air Control

  • Air Conditioning
  • Air cooling system

Working Area

  • Business Desk

Media And Technology

Complementary elements

  • Radio

Internet Facilities

  • Data port in room
  • RJ 45 Outlet

Phone Facilities

  • Direct dial telephone
  • Free access with phone card
  • Phone with 2 handsets in room
  • Voice mail

Tv Facilities

  • Satellite/cable colour TV

Service And Equipment

Accessibility And Security

  • Alarm clock
  • Audible smoke alarms in rooms
  • Dead bolt in rooms
  • Emergency info in rooms
  • Keycard-operated door locks
  • Message alert
  • Phone light for hearing impaired
  • Room for hearing impaired guests
  • Safe deposit box in room
  • Security Peephole
  • Smoke alarm in room
  • Sprinkler in room
  • Visual alarm for hearing impaired

Comfort Features

  • Alarm clock
  • Iron
  • Shoe polisher

Electric Facilities

  • 110/120 V AC

Room Services

  • Automatic wake up call
  • Operator wake up call

Temperature Air Control

  • Air Conditioning
  • Air cooling system

Working Area

  • Business Desk

Media And Technology

Complementary elements

  • Radio

Internet Facilities

  • Data port in room
  • RJ 45 Outlet

Phone Facilities

  • Direct dial telephone
  • Free access with phone card
  • Phone with 2 handsets in room
  • Voice mail

Tv Facilities

  • Satellite/cable colour TV

Service And Equipment

Accessibility And Security

  • Alarm clock
  • Audible smoke alarms in rooms
  • Dead bolt in rooms
  • Emergency info in rooms
  • Keycard-operated door locks
  • Message alert
  • Phone light for hearing impaired
  • Room for hearing impaired guests
  • Safe deposit box in room
  • Security Peephole
  • Smoke alarm in room
  • Sprinkler in room
  • Visual alarm for hearing impaired

Comfort Features

  • Alarm clock
  • Iron
  • Shoe polisher

Electric Facilities

  • 110/120 V AC

Room Services

  • Automatic wake up call
  • Operator wake up call

Temperature Air Control

  • Air Conditioning
  • Air cooling system

Working Area

  • Business Desk

Media And Technology

Complementary elements

  • Radio

Internet Facilities

  • Data port in room
  • RJ 45 Outlet

Phone Facilities

  • Direct dial telephone
  • Free access with phone card
  • Phone with 2 handsets in room
  • Voice mail

Tv Facilities

  • Satellite/cable colour TV

Service And Equipment

Accessibility And Security

  • Alarm clock
  • Audible smoke alarms in rooms
  • Dead bolt in rooms
  • Emergency info in rooms
  • Keycard-operated door locks
  • Message alert
  • Phone light for hearing impaired
  • Room for hearing impaired guests
  • Safe deposit box in room
  • Security Peephole
  • Smoke alarm in room
  • Sprinkler in room
  • Visual alarm for hearing impaired

Comfort Features

  • Alarm clock
  • Iron
  • Shoe polisher

Electric Facilities

  • 110/120 V AC

Room Services

  • Automatic wake up call
  • Operator wake up call

Temperature Air Control

  • Air Conditioning
  • Air cooling system

Working Area

  • Business Desk

Media And Technology

Complementary elements

  • Radio

Internet Facilities

  • Data port in room
  • RJ 45 Outlet

Phone Facilities

  • Direct dial telephone
  • Free access with phone card
  • Phone with 2 handsets in room
  • Voice mail

Tv Facilities

  • Satellite/cable colour TV

Service And Equipment

Accessibility And Security

  • Alarm clock
  • Audible smoke alarms in rooms
  • Dead bolt in rooms
  • Emergency info in rooms
  • Keycard-operated door locks
  • Message alert
  • Phone light for hearing impaired
  • Room for hearing impaired guests
  • Safe deposit box in room
  • Security Peephole
  • Smoke alarm in room
  • Sprinkler in room
  • Visual alarm for hearing impaired

Comfort Features

  • Alarm clock
  • Iron
  • Shoe polisher

Electric Facilities

  • 110/120 V AC

Room Services

  • Automatic wake up call
  • Operator wake up call

Temperature Air Control

  • Air Conditioning
  • Air cooling system

Working Area

  • Business Desk

Media And Technology

Complementary elements

  • Radio

Internet Facilities

  • Data port in room
  • RJ 45 Outlet

Phone Facilities

  • Direct dial telephone
  • Free access with phone card
  • Phone with 2 handsets in room
  • Voice mail

Tv Facilities

  • Satellite/cable colour TV

Service And Equipment

Accessibility And Security

  • Alarm clock
  • Audible smoke alarms in rooms
  • Dead bolt in rooms
  • Emergency info in rooms
  • Keycard-operated door locks
  • Message alert
  • Phone light for hearing impaired
  • Room for hearing impaired guests
  • Safe deposit box in room
  • Security Peephole
  • Smoke alarm in room
  • Sprinkler in room
  • Visual alarm for hearing impaired

Comfort Features

  • Alarm clock
  • Iron
  • Shoe polisher

Electric Facilities

  • 110/120 V AC

Room Services

  • Automatic wake up call
  • Operator wake up call

Temperature Air Control

  • Air Conditioning
  • Air cooling system

Working Area

  • Business Desk

Suite

Luxury Suite

Non contractual photo

  • Coffee/tea making facilities
  • Mini BarAdditional charge

Bathroom

Bathroom Facilities

  • Accessible bathroom
  • Bathroom doors 32 inches wide
  • Hair dryer in bathroom
  • Make-up/magnifying mirror

Media And Technology

Complementary elements

  • Radio

Internet Facilities

  • Data port in room
  • RJ 45 Outlet
  • Wireless internet in your room

Phone Facilities

  • Direct dial telephone
  • Free access with phone card
  • Phone with 2 handsets in room
  • Voice mail

Tv Facilities

  • Satellite/cable colour TV

Service And Equipment

Accessibility And Security

  • Alarm clock
  • Audible smoke alarms in rooms
  • Dead bolt in rooms
  • Emergency info in rooms
  • Keycard-operated door locks
  • Message alert
  • Phone light for hearing impaired
  • Room for hearing impaired guests
  • Safe deposit box in room
  • Security Peephole
  • Smoke alarm in room
  • Sprinkler in room
  • Visual alarm for hearing impaired

Comfort Features

  • Alarm clock
  • Iron
  • Shoe polisher

Electric Facilities

  • 110/120 V AC

Room Services

  • Automatic wake up call
  • Operator wake up call

Temperature Air Control

  • Air Conditioning
  • Air cooling system

Working Area

  • Business Desk

Suite

Terrace Suite

  • Coffee/tea making facilities
  • Mini BarAdditional charge

Bathroom

Bathroom Facilities

  • Accessible bathroom
  • Bathroom doors 32 inches wide
  • Hair dryer in bathroom
  • Make-up/magnifying mirror

Media And Technology

Complementary elements

  • Radio

Internet Facilities

  • Data port in room
  • RJ 45 Outlet
  • Wireless internet in your room

Phone Facilities

  • Direct dial telephone
  • Free access with phone card
  • Phone with 2 handsets in room
  • Voice mail

Tv Facilities

  • Satellite/cable colour TV

Service And Equipment

Accessibility And Security

  • Alarm clock
  • Audible smoke alarms in rooms
  • Dead bolt in rooms
  • Emergency info in rooms
  • Keycard-operated door locks
  • Message alert
  • Phone light for hearing impaired
  • Room for hearing impaired guests
  • Safe deposit box in room
  • Security Peephole
  • Smoke alarm in room
  • Sprinkler in room
  • Visual alarm for hearing impaired

Comfort Features

  • Alarm clock
  • Iron
  • Shoe polisher

Electric Facilities

  • 110/120 V AC

Room Services

  • Automatic wake up call
  • Operator wake up call

Temperature Air Control

  • Air Conditioning
  • Air cooling system

Working Area

  • Business Desk

Suite

Luxury Suite Accessible Roll In Shower

Non contractual photo

  • Hair dryer in bathroom
  • Make-up/magnifying mirror

Media And Technology

Complementary elements

  • Radio

Internet Facilities

  • Data port in room
  • RJ 45 Outlet

Phone Facilities

  • Direct dial telephone
  • Free access with phone card
  • Phone with 2 handsets in room
  • Voice mail

Tv Facilities

  • Satellite/cable colour TV

Service And Equipment

Accessibility And Security

  • Alarm clock
  • Audible smoke alarms in rooms
  • Dead bolt in rooms
  • Emergency info in rooms
  • Keycard-operated door locks
  • Message alert
  • Phone light for hearing impaired
  • Room for hearing impaired guests
  • Safe deposit box in room
  • Security Peephole
  • Smoke alarm in room
  • Sprinkler in room
  • Visual alarm for hearing impaired

Comfort Features

  • Alarm clock
  • Iron
  • Shoe polisher

Electric Facilities

  • 110/120 V AC

Room Services

  • Automatic wake up call
  • Operator wake up call

Temperature Air Control

  • Air Conditioning
  • Air cooling system

Working Area

  • Business Desk

Hotel location

21c Museum Hotel Durham

111 North Corcoran Street
27701 DURHAM
United States

GPS:35.9960597, -78.9017867

Hotel services

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On site
  • Shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Meeting rooms
  • 100% Non Smoking Property
  • Room service
Near the property
  • Car park
  • RALEIGH DURHAM INT Additional charge
  • RDU Additional charge

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible hotel

In hotel

Hotel informations

  • 125 rooms
  • 7 rooms for people with reduced mobility
  • 6 family rooms
  • 6 connecting rooms
  • 125 non-smoking rooms
  • 15 floors

Languages spoken at the hotel

  • English
  • Spanish

Reduced mobility Facilities

100% Non Smoking Property

Elevator to all floor

Laundry / Valet Services

  • Dry cleaning / Ironing

Wi-Fi

  • High Speed internet
  • High Speed WiFi
  • WiFi at the hotel
  • WiFi in the communal areas
  • High speed transmission line

Air conditioning

Desk equipment available

  • Shoe shine machine

Porter

  • Porter

Catering

One Restaurant

One Bar

Room service

  • Cold snacks
  • Hot meals

Business

6 Meeting rooms

Business Center

  • Self service business center

Sports and leisure

Bike rack facilities

  • On site

Bike rack facilities

  • Nearby
  • Near the property
  • Indoor parking
  • Private

COUNTING HOUSE

The culinary team at Counting House celebrates North Carolina's rich heritage of fresh seafood using local, high-quality ingredients.

Cooking style
Regional
Capacity
120
Accessibility
Accessible service

Other informations

Services

  • Air conditioning
  • Wheelchair access
  • Non Smoking Area

Payment

  • Cash
  • Credit card

Accommodate food

  • Brunch
  • Gluten-free menu
  • Vegetarian menu

The culinary team at Counting House celebrates North Carolina's rich heritage of fresh seafood using local, high-quality ingredients.

bar and lounge at Counting House is an inviting place to explore the rotating selection of craft beers on tap, sip on housemade cocktails and aperitifs, or enjoy a smart selection of old and new world wines.

Our treatment rooms are conveniently located just a short elevator ride from your guest room, adjacent to the sauna, steam room, and state of the art fitness center. All spa treatments require booking at least 48 hours in advance.

Main Gallery seats groups of up to 170 and receptions up to 250. Counting House's culinary team can prepare a menu specifically tailored to your needs. Restaurant also offers a Private Dining Room and unique underground Vault space for intimate dinners.

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ALL Rating  4.0/5  1,472 reviews

Customer review rating 3.0/5

Idalmy C. Business - Confirmed reviews ALL

Dear Idalmy C., Thank you for sharing your thoughts regarding your recent stay at 21c Museum Hotel Durham. We are pleased to hear that you appreciated the artistic ambiance and the kindness of our staff. However, we are sorry to learn that several aspects of your experience did not meet your expectations. We acknowledge the importance of all amenities functioning properly and are disheartened to hear about the air conditioning issue in the gym, the slow-draining sink, and the TV channel accessibility. Your feedback regarding the lighting in your room is also noted, as we strive to ensure comfort for all our guests. Additionally, we apologize for the inconvenience you experienced with the room service ordering process. We value your input and will use it to improve our services moving forward. Thank you once again for your feedback, and we hope to welcome you back in the future to provide a more seamless experience. Best regards, 21c Museum Hotel Durham

Customer review rating 3.5/5

Michael M. Families - Confirmed reviews ALL

Dear Michael M., Thank you for your feedback regarding your recent stay. We appreciate your compliments on our location and valet staff. We will take your comments about the entry flow into consideration as we continually strive to enhance our guest experience. Best regards, 21c Museum Hotel Durham

Customer review rating 4.5/5

James B. Solo - Confirmed reviews ALL

Dear James B., Thank you for your kind words regarding your stay. We are pleased to hear that you found your room comfortable and enjoyed our bar service. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Best regards, 21c Museum Hotel Durham

Customer review rating 3.0/5

Zenong W. Business - Confirmed reviews ALL

Dear Zenong W., Thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your recent stay. We regret to learn that your experience did not exceed expectations and that you did not receive the anticipated benefits associated with your membership. Your insights are valuable to us as we continually strive to enhance our guest experience. Kindest regards, 21c Museum Hotel Durham

Customer review rating 5.0/5

Jeffry K. Families - Confirmed reviews ALL

Dear Jeffry K., Thank you for your kind words regarding your recent stay. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed our unique atmosphere, friendly service, and convenient location. Your feedback on the cleanliness and amenities is greatly appreciated. Best regards, 21c Museum Hotel Durham

Dear Idalmy C., Thank you for sharing your thoughts regarding your recent stay at 21c Museum Hotel Durham. We are pleased to hear that you appreciated the artistic ambiance and the kindness of our staff. However, we are sorry to learn that several aspects of your experience did not meet your expectations. We acknowledge the importance of all amenities functioning properly and are disheartened to hear about the air conditioning issue in the gym, the slow-draining sink, and the TV channel accessibility. Your feedback regarding the lighting in your room is also noted, as we strive to ensure comfort for all our guests. Additionally, we apologize for the inconvenience you experienced with the room service ordering process. We value your input and will use it to improve our services moving forward. Thank you once again for your feedback, and we hope to welcome you back in the future to provide a more seamless experience. Best regards, 21c Museum Hotel Durham

Customer review rating 3.5/5

Michael M. Families - Confirmed reviews ALL

Valet staff was tremendous and super friendly. The flow of the entry is congested and could use a refresh. Proximity to dining is an asset.

Dear Michael M., Thank you for your feedback regarding your recent stay. We appreciate your compliments on our location and valet staff. We will take your comments about the entry flow into consideration as we continually strive to enhance our guest experience. Best regards, 21c Museum Hotel Durham

Customer review rating 4.5/5

James B. Solo - Confirmed reviews ALL

Great bar service

Dear James B., Thank you for your kind words regarding your stay. We are pleased to hear that you found your room comfortable and enjoyed our bar service. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Best regards, 21c Museum Hotel Durham

Customer review rating 3.0/5

Zenong W. Business - Confirmed reviews ALL

Average experience, no surprise no upsets. No Accor member benefits at all.

Dear Zenong W., Thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your recent stay. We regret to learn that your experience did not exceed expectations and that you did not receive the anticipated benefits associated with your membership. Your insights are valuable to us as we continually strive to enhance our guest experience. Kindest regards, 21c Museum Hotel Durham

Customer review rating 5.0/5

Jeffry K. Families - Confirmed reviews ALL

Friendly staff, clean room, nice gym, solid restaurant, perfect location.

Dear Jeffry K., Thank you for your kind words regarding your recent stay. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed our unique atmosphere, friendly service, and convenient location. Your feedback on the cleanliness and amenities is greatly appreciated. Best regards, 21c Museum Hotel Durham

Customer review rating 5.0/5

Gary J. Couples - Confirmed reviews ALL

My stay at 21C was amazing. Had a suite with plenty of room. The food and drinks at the bar were excellent. Shootout to Paul and Wally for their excellent service.

Gary, Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay in the suite and appreciated the food and beverage offerings. Your recognition of Paul and Wally's service will surely be shared with them. We look forward to welcoming you back. Best regards, 21c Museum Hotel Durham

Customer review rating 0.5/5

Julie K. Friends - Confirmed reviews ALL

Rude front desk staff. Extremely slow service. Lack of staff. Broken elevator. Terrible restaurant; bad food; awful service. Horrific plumbing problems in hotel. Wretched sewage smell in room. Front desk person was condescending and indignant.

Julie, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We sincerely apologize that your stay fell so far short of the welcoming, comfortable experience we strive to provide at 21c Durham. From the service you received to the elevator and plumbing issues, including the unpleasant odor in your room, we understand how frustrating and disappointing this must have been. We’re especially sorry that your interactions with our team added to that frustration. Your feedback has been shared with our leadership team for review, and we appreciate you bringing these concerns to our attention. Warm Regards, 21c Hotel Durham

Customer review rating 3.0/5

Tamara L. Friends - Confirmed reviews ALL

The restaurant and check-in staff were incredibly kind and helpful. I felt that the housekeeping was in general below average (dirty towels left in shower after explicitly asking for them to be changed out; out of face towels and coffee, left used glassware, no replenishing of water).

Tamara, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re delighted to hear that our restaurant and front desk teams made you feel welcomed and well cared for. However, we sincerely apologize that housekeeping fell short during your stay. Having to request fresh towels and still find used items left behind is understandably frustrating, and the lack of replenished amenities is not the level of attention to detail we expect. We’ve shared your comments with our housekeeping leadership for review and appreciate you bringing these concerns to our attention. Warm Regards, 21c Hotel Durham

Customer review rating 2.5/5

Maura H. Families - Confirmed reviews ALL

Wedding. Was not impressed for price

Maura, Thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your recent experience at our hotel. We are sorry to hear that your expectations were not met during your visit, particularly given the significance of your occasion. Your comments will be taken into consideration as we strive to enhance our services. Best regards, 21c Museum Hotel Durham

Customer review rating 4.0/5

Christina D. Friends - Confirmed reviews ALL

Cool Spot, Service was weird. Valet was wonderful, had great hope. Rooms weren't ready or next to each other even though front desk said they were, and it was a ladies trip so we wanted to be. When it was time to check in they handed us the dolly, and then walked away so we had to push it upstairs. lol! I asked "Will you tell us when our second room is ready?" The man said "We will try. We are very busy". Granted, they did. The rooms were great, bedding was nice. Bathrooms were nice. Mirror lighting was terrible. But overall we liked the hotel a lot!

Christina, Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re glad you enjoyed the unique character of 21c, the comfortable rooms, and the thoughtful service from our valet team. However, we apologize for the confusion surrounding your room assignments and the lack of assistance with your luggage. We understand how important it was for your group to have rooms close together, and we’re sorry the check-in experience fell short of expectations. We also appreciate your feedback regarding the bathroom lighting. Thank you for your kind words overall, and we hope to welcome you back for an even smoother stay! Warm Regards, 21c Hotel Durham

Customer review rating 3.5/5

Dauber S. Business - Confirmed reviews ALL

Good hotel in desirable location. Gym facilities are too hot and items provided there are a bit strange.

S., Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed the hotel and our desirable downtown location. We also appreciate your comments regarding the fitness area. We’re sorry the temperature was uncomfortable and that some of the amenities provided did not meet your expectations. Your feedback has been shared with our team for review, and we hope to welcome you back for an even more enjoyable stay. Warm regards, 21c Hotel Durham

Customer review rating 0.5/5

Adam H. T. Couples - Confirmed reviews ALL

This hotel is understaffed and poorly managed. Late checks in for many of our friends. Valet missing at times. Overnight valet and front desk combo who is running around. Phones frequently not answered prior to and during visit. Housekeeping never came. Overall, unprofessional and not well managed. Room was nice enough but the other areas overshadowed this.

Adam, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re sorry that, despite enjoying your room, the service throughout your stay did not meet expectations. We recognize how delayed check-ins, inconsistent valet service, unanswered calls, and missed housekeeping can affect the entire guest experience. These are important concerns, and we’ve shared your feedback with our leadership team for review. We sincerely regret that we fell short of the attentive, thoughtful hospitality we want every guest to experience at 21c Durham. Warm Regards, 21c Hotel Durham

Customer review rating 5.0/5

Yash R. B. Business - Confirmed reviews ALL

I loved it. 10/10

Dear Yash R. B., Thank you for your kind words and perfect rating. We are pleased to hear that you found your stay comfortable and enjoyable. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and motivates our team to continue providing exceptional service. Best regards, 21c Museum Hotel Durham

Customer review rating 5.0/5

Alexis C. Business - Confirmed reviews ALL

I was greeted the moment I walked in, and this friendly welcome was echoed by every staff member I encountered during my stay. i also thought the hotel and are were lovely, but the best part was the bed. I slept like an absolute rock. 10//10.

Alexis, Thank you for your kind words regarding your recent stay with us. We are thrilled to hear that our staff made such a positive impression and that you enjoyed the comfort of our beds. It is always our goal to provide a welcoming atmosphere and a restful experience for our guests. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back in the future. Best regards, 21c Museum Hotel Durham

Customer review rating 1.5/5

Robby B. Couples - Confirmed reviews ALL

Room not available when we got here, mislead about how long it would be, and then told later they couldn’t tell us when it would be ready after we waited an hour. Condescendingly tried to give me $20 to make up for the late room while also trying to charge me $75 to have our doodle who doesn’t shed be in the room for 2 hours even after the first hour of that was gone since we were waiting for our room The toilet paper is terrible. Outlets by the bed didn’t work. The system of needing to request ice is ridiculous, particularly given the response time of the staff. The valet system was awful. The vast majority of the time we would call ahead as instructed the car wasn’t ready and the valet hadn’t even started to get it and said multiple times to people that the front desk doesn’t always relay car requests. Room service - I called 2 months ago about room service and was told they start at 6am. I got up an hour early the morning of my wedding to place an order, no answer, the automated message says 6am. I call the desk and they say it starts at 8am. So I got up unnecessarily early the day of my wedding due to your misinformation.

Robby, Thank you for taking the time to share such detailed feedback. I’m truly sorry that your stay, particularly during such an important weekend as your wedding, was marked by so many frustrating service issues. We clearly did not provide the level of communication, coordination, or care you should have received. I’m especially sorry for the way your room delay was handled. Waiting an hour without clear information about when your room would be ready, followed by conflicting communication regarding your pet and the associated charge, understandably added to your frustration. We also regret the issues you encountered with the valet service, in-room outlets, ice requests, and other room details. Most concerning is the conflicting information you received about room service hours. Being told in advance that service began at 6 a.m., only to discover on the morning of your wedding that it did not begin until 8 a.m., meant you got up unnecessarily early on a day that should have been focused on celebrating. We sincerely apologize for that. Your feedback has been shared with our leadership and the appropriate operational teams for review. There are several areas here where we need to improve our communication and execution, and we appreciate you bringing them to our attention. We’re truly sorry that your wedding stay did not reflect the thoughtful, seamless hospitality we want 21c to provide. Warm Regards, 21cHotel Durham

Customer review rating 4.5/5

Sarah E. Business - Confirmed reviews ALL

The front desk was friendly and helpful; the jazz brunch was a great experience; the bartender was amazing and had a refreshing welcome drink; there was a slight leak in bathroom sink, 2 body washes instead of a body wash & shampoo, and a couple of items that needed a refresh in the room but overall I love staying in the unique 21c hotel chain. It makes me feel a comprehensive aesthetically pleasing experience from entry to exit; I share about this hotel chain with all my friends and colleagues. This stay was especially rejuvenating as Centerfest was happening right outside and I was leaving an especially negative hotel stay at a Hilton. I am so appreciative of the care and curated experience that I have at 21c!

Sarah, Thank you for such a thoughtful and heartfelt review. It means so much to know that you continue to choose 21c and that the experience feels intentionally curated from the moment you arrive to the moment you leave. Hearing that you share 21c with your friends and colleagues is an especially wonderful compliment. We’re delighted that our front desk team made you feel welcomed, that you enjoyed the jazz brunch, and that our bartender started your stay with such a memorable welcome drink. It’s also wonderful to hear that having Centerfest happening just outside added to the energy of your visit and helped make this stay feel especially rejuvenating. We appreciate you also noting the maintenance and room details that could use attention, including the bathroom sink, bath amenities, and a few items needing a refresh. We’ve shared those comments with our team for review. Warm Regards, 21c Hotel Durham

Customer review rating 1.0/5

Spencer K. Couples - Confirmed reviews ALL

The 21c hotel in Durham, NC is fine as it meets the eye in the lobby and on the outside. However, once you take a deeper look inside the space is where a journey to sub-par, motel 8 style living begins. As we walked into our room there was an odorous stench of moldy pickles. As we began to look around and check out the amenities almost nothing worked.... steam room broken, sauna not operational. The real kicker was the service... I went to the lobby to get complimentary tea and coffee however there was no hot water and the front desk said they were unable to accommodate my request of hot water... (???). Lastly, after a being out till around midnight at a wedding, the front doors of the hotel were locked and of course the external key card reader was not functional. The staff at the door would not let us in even though we had a room key that was clearly visible! We had to beg with the attendant and give him our room number to be let into a hotel lobby.... never have a seen or experienced such a thing. 21c tries to be a boutique hotel but simply does not have the operational scale or personnel to support such an endeavor. Do yourself a favor and stay at the Marriot across the street.

Dear Spencer K., Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback regarding your recent stay at 21c Museum Hotel Durham. We take all guest comments seriously, as they help us to improve our services and facilities. I sincerely apologize for the issues you encountered during your visit. It is disheartening to hear that the condition of your room and the amenities did not meet your expectations. We strive to maintain a high standard of cleanliness and functionality in our accommodations, and I regret that we fell short in this instance. Additionally, I understand how frustrating it must have been to experience difficulties with our staff and services, particularly regarding the availability of hot water and access to the hotel. We aim to provide a welcoming atmosphere, and I regret that your experience did not reflect this. Your insights are invaluable, and we will use them to evaluate our operations and enhance the experience for future guests. We appreciate your candor and hope you might consider giving us another chance in the future. Best regards, 21c Museum Hotel Durham

Customer review rating 4.0/5

Chris M. Business - Confirmed reviews ALL

As a guest, I had something stolen from my room -- presumably by housekeeping, who may have mistaken it for garbage. I inquired about it at the front desk on two different occasions, and in neither instance did someone attempt to follow up.

Dear Chris M., Thank you for your feedback regarding your recent experience at our hotel. We are delighted to hear that you were pleased with our staff and facilities during your multi-day event. However, we sincerely apologize for the unfortunate incident you experienced with your belongings. It is our priority to ensure that all guests feel secure and valued. Your comments about the follow-up process have been noted, and we appreciate your understanding as we strive to improve our services. Kindest regards, 21c Museum Hotel Durham

Customer review rating 3.5/5

William A. T. Couples - Confirmed reviews ALL

My wife and I stayed here recently and had A. pretty good time, but we did have A. few issues during our visit. First, valet picked up our car outside the hotel and returned it promptly when we checked out, so no complaints there. The valet seemed to sincerely care about our time (he apologized for making us wait for A. few minutes), so we appreciated that. Valet was charged directly to the room and cost $35, which was A. little pricey but nothing crazy. The front desk staff were generally present when we needed them but weren't super warm or friendly. The hotel also didn't have ear plugs on hand :) Not A. big deal, of course. It was A. special occasion so my wife and I rented the penthouse suite at the top of the hotel for the night. Honestly, was it worth the money? Probably not, but it was fun. The suite had A. bathtub outside on the balcony, which was pretty cool, but unfortunately there's an apartment building right next door that's even taller than the hotel. My wife and I were taking A. bath and chatting and I saw A. woman in one of the apartments open her blinds and stare at us for A. while. Kind of awkward! I guess there's A. privacy barrier of sorts surrounding the balcony, but it's only A. few feet tall and of course doesn't help when your audience is stories above you in another building. The view from the balcony was pretty nice, although you had to be standing to see it due to the aforementioned privacy barrier :) We were also A. little underwhelmed by the bed. It was comfortable, but smaller than we expected. We are not tall people and our feet were practically sticking off the end! We were also surprised that the bedroom TV was A. little antiquated and only offered DIRECTV channels instead of Netflix / Hulu / etc. We were given A. printout with the different available channels but the guide didn't seem to actually correspond to what was available on the TV. We were hoping to see A. specific movie but our options were limited, so we ended up watching Family Guy and falling asleep :) Ah well. I didn't test the TV in the living room but since it had the same DIRECTV printout next to the remote, I assume it had the same channels. Other random thoughts: 1) There were two bathrooms - A. main bath and A. guest bath, I guess. I didn't see any way of turning on the exhaust fans in either bathroom. Just kind of weird to have this issue in A. fancy hotel room. There were also no hand towels ready in the guest bath. It also would have been nice to have an indoor tub for the main bath - what if it's storming outside? That being said, the shower was spacious and worked well. 2) There were robes provided to use for the sauna, which was nice, but the second robe was missing slippers. Also, it was quite confusing to find the sauna - there weren't any signs, and we had to first enter the exercise area and then enter the sauna from there. The controls for activating the sauna were A. little confusing / primitive, but it worked out OK. That being said, after we got out, we noticed that the nearby drinking water dispenser was broken. Man, you need to have access to water after you get out of the sauna! 3) The elevators were confusing! We always had to take two different elevators to get to our room, and we definitely got mixed up when we were trying to find the sauna. 4) The hotel is located squarely in downtown Durham, so it's A. pretty solid location. There are coffee shops, bars, and restaurants all within walking distance. Overall, we had A. good time. Some aspects were A. little disappointing, though, especially for the price tag.

Dear William A. T., Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback regarding your recent stay at 21c Museum Hotel Durham. I am pleased to hear that you appreciated the prompt service from our valet team and enjoyed the location of our hotel. I would like to address your concerns regarding the service at the front desk. We strive to provide A. warm and welcoming environment, and I regret that your experience did not reflect this standard. Your comments about the privacy of the balcony and the size of the bed have been noted, as we aim to create A. comfortable and enjoyable experience for our guests. I apologize for the inconvenience you faced with the television options and the confusion regarding the bathroom amenities and sauna access. These insights are invaluable in helping us improve our services and facilities. We appreciate your constructive feedback and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for A. more seamless experience. Best regards, 21c Museum Hotel Durham

Customer review rating 3.0/5

Jesse W. Solo - Confirmed reviews ALL

Wanted a room within walking distance to DPAC and this checked the box. Room had no view, was very dark overall, and carpet was bunched up. Cleanliness was ok, but overall room decor gave the impression of things looking old & dingy. I didn’t get a chance to visit the art museum section but would have liked to. Having the special which added valet to my room price was great.

Jesse, Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughtful feedback. We’re glad that our downtown location, within easy walking distance of DPAC, was a great fit for your visit, and we’re pleased the valet package added value to your stay. We’re sorry, however, that your guest room did not leave the impression we want for 21c. The darker atmosphere, bunched carpet, and overall condition you described are certainly worth our attention, and we’ve shared your feedback with our leadership and operations teams for review. We’re also sorry you didn’t have a chance to explore our contemporary art museum during your stay. The art is such an important part of the 21c experience, and we would have loved for you to discover it. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back and provide a stay that better reflects the character and experience we strive to create. Warm Regards, 21c Hotel Durham

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