Royal Inn

2-star hotel Good 3460 Hillsborough Rd, Durham, NC, 27705
Royal Inn

About Royal Inn

Get a slam dunk deal in Blue Devil Country at our Days Inn Durham Near Duke University hotel. We are a half-court shot away from Duke - and not far from Raleigh and UNC - Chapel Hill. Cool off in our outdoor pool and stay in warm accommodations at our Durham NC hotel near Research Triangle. Enjoy in-room amenities like free Wi-Fi Internet access as well as conveniences like a microwave and refrigerator. all rooms with pillow-top mattresses as well as handicapped-accessible and non-smoking rooms are available at our Durham NC hotel. ADA-defined service animals welcome./Pets Allowed - 2 pets max./Fees - 25USD per pet per night./Contact hotel for additional details and availability. Park your large vehicle wherever you like and take advantage of our laundry and valet services. After a refreshing rest join us each morning for free light breakfast item together with your choice of coffee tea and juice.

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • On-site dining
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room microwave
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning
  • Elevator
  • In-room safe

Reviews

2.9 / 5

The hotel reviews collectively indicate a negative experience for most guests. The majority of the reviews highlight issues with cleanliness, maintenance, and misleading advertisements.

What guests liked
  • Staff was friendly and helpful in some instances
  • Location was convenient for some guests
What could be better
  • Lack of cleanliness and maintenance in rooms and common areas
  • Misleading advertisements about the hotel's amenities and condition
  • John Jun 2026 · via expedia
    1/5

    I booked my stay through Expedia. I arrived at the Royal Inn at 9PM and was told that there was a problem with the internet, so they were looking for my booking. Eventually the attendant took my passport and showed me to my room. At about 10PM there was a knock on my door. I was not expecting anyone and had no confidence in the area of town I was in, so I did not immediately answer. It was the same hotel attendant, who then began to pound on my door and yell at me that they could not find my booking and that I needed to leave immediately. I was perturbed and showed him my booking on my phone. I tried to remain calm but he was infuriated, which rattled me. He said I needed to leave and he was going to call the police. I decided to call the police myself. While on the phone with the police, the owner of the hotel arrived. During our conversation, I contacted Expedia, who confirmed both my booking reference and the Hotel Confirmation number, indicating that the Royal Inn should have had my booking on file, The Royal Inn claimed they did not. I am more inclined to believe Expedia than the Royal Inn. I was forced to cancel my Expedia booking and pay the hotel directly, in cash. I woke up the next morning with a large bite on my back and found a blood-filled bedbug under the covers. I have pictures and video evidence of this. It was a terrible experience and I would not recommend anyone staying here.

  • Mika Jun 2026 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    Don’t do it hotel is a death trap

  • Kevin May 2026 · via expedia
    2/5

    This is an old Days Inn. The motel has no sign at its entrance. Musty smell across the entire property. Room was clean - after I got checked in, which took a while due to staff not being at front desk for well over five minutes. Not recommended; this motel needs a LOT of TLC to be considered welcoming.

  • Sarah May 2026 · via expedia
    1/5

    There were roaches in our rooms the whole place was nasty. Totally unkept! I was very embarrassed because I made the reservations for all 3 rooms. This was my first time on Expedia and I won’t be back!

  • Alexandre May 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Wish new owners luck in finishing the improvement.

  • Roselee May 2026 · via expedia
    1/5

    The rooms are under-kept. There were lots of roaches

  • THANH May 2026 · via expedia
    2/5

    Room and premises are so terrible. Room was leaks on ceiling, no power at some area such as phone, tv, etc. no basic necessary items such bathroom utilities. People crashed lines on my car at parking lot.

  • Amanda May 2026 · via expedia
    1/5

    We didn't even stay. We ended up on an air mattress at a friend's house.

  • RANDY May 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    This is an older property but the room was actually quite nice. Clean, quiet, good heat/air unit. Good for an overnight stay while traveling.

  • Youzhi May 2026 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Inside of the room is acceptable. AC, heating, fridge, microwave, shower work well. Outside stairs, doors look bad, ice makers broken.

  • CYNTHIA Apr 2026 · via expedia
    1/5

    This was the absolute worst hotel on the universe.It would have been better to sleep outside.The bathroom was dirty.The bed had cigarette hose in it.The room smelled like cigarette.It was, uninhabitable, it was worse than that i called expedia immediately to get a refund and get another room.the company i reserved this hotel i called the the hotel, and they said that I had been there for an hour and they would not refund my money.I literally was there for thirty minutes.And during thirty minutes after seeing the second room, cause the first one was atrocious, I immediately grabbed my things and left.I asked for a refund. they told me that the manager of the hotel was unwilling to give me a refund.I had pictures at documentation.This hotel was absolutely uninhabitable and expedia is absolutely ridiculous for not even asking me or asking me to verify what pictures or anything that just would not give me back my money.So I probably won't be using them again either.And letting everyone that I know not to book with them

  • Kevin Apr 2026 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    Would not recommend booked in a hurry last minute traveling from Pa noticed multiple syringe caps on ground outside room enter room and water marks down wall next to bed and mold in bathroom needless to say I instantly got my deposit back and left

  • Precious Mar 2026 · via expedia
    2/5

    Rooms are not up to far like they supposed to be the only good thing about it you can have a smoking room

  • Shekeitha Mar 2026 · via expedia
    1/5

    Need to be upgraded furniture tore off the walls sheets where not clean

  • Josh Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    great hotel

  • Josh Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    great hotel

  • Josh Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Nice room

  • Josh Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Nice room

  • Saied Feb 2026 · via expedia
    1/5

    I was booked for 3 nights but I couldn’t stay not even one hour rooms are so nasty

  • Saied Feb 2026 · via expedia
    1/5

    I was booked for 3 nights but I couldn’t stay not even one hour rooms are so nasty

  • Renee Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great customer service and clean room

  • Renee Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great customer service and clean room

  • Debi Feb 2026 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    This place needs overall renovation. There is no phone service. The numbering of rooms makes no sense. I had a double bed reservation and was given a single bed. The place does not look clean in the lobby or elsewhere. The repairs done to the rooms are quiet visible when a customer should not be able to tell there was repairs. It looked like a dump. I stayed with them because it was one of the closer rooms to Duke. I won't be staying with them again. Oh on your website they have smoking and non-smoking rooms. Yet when you sign in they tell the smokers they will be charged $250 per incident. I don't smoke and did not want a non-smoking room but you can see that form was incompetence, if not illegal.

  • Debi Feb 2026 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    This place needs overall renovation. There is no phone service. The numbering of rooms makes no sense. I had a double bed reservation and was given a single bed. The place does not look clean in the lobby or elsewhere. The repairs done to the rooms are quiet visible when a customer should not be able to tell there was repairs. It looked like a dump. I stayed with them because it was one of the closer rooms to Duke. I won't be staying with them again. Oh on your website they have smoking and non-smoking rooms. Yet when you sign in they tell the smokers they will be charged $250 per incident. I don't smoke and did not want a non-smoking room but you can see that form was incompetence, if not illegal.

  • Shakalah Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Good

  • Shakalah Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Good

  • Shakalah Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Good

  • Shakalah Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Good

  • Shakalah Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Goud

  • Shakalah Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Goud

  • Denise Jan 2026 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    The room wasn’t to my standards. The tub was dirty and the hot water wasn’t working

  • Denise Jan 2026 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    The room wasn’t to my standards. The tub was dirty and the hot water wasn’t working

  • Tamara Jan 2026 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    It was roaches everywhere all in the bed on the walls .

  • Tamara Jan 2026 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    It was roaches everywhere all in the bed on the walls .

  • Tim Jan 2026 · via expedia
    1/5

    The room was terrible roaches everywhere had to leave early . By far the worst Ive ever seen this place is infested had to literally shake everything off to make sure didnt take any with us.

  • Tim Jan 2026 · via expedia
    1/5

    The room was terrible roaches everywhere had to leave early . By far the worst Ive ever seen this place is infested had to literally shake everything off to make sure didnt take any with us.

  • Precious Dec 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    It was ok

  • Precious Dec 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    It was ok

  • Precious Nov 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Better quality of furniture and room in general

  • Precious Nov 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Better quality of furniture and room in general

  • Willow Nov 2025 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    The place was horrible! Refrigerated not working something dried running down the wall. No toilet paper holder no lid to the toilet, sink ran slow 1/2 plugged. All the doors falling off entertainment center, no batteries in remote when asked for some was told don’t have any. More cigarette holes in the bed covers than the screens. One swift kick and the door would be open.

  • Willow Nov 2025 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    The place was horrible! Refrigerated not working something dried running down the wall. No toilet paper holder no lid to the toilet, sink ran slow 1/2 plugged. All the doors falling off entertainment center, no batteries in remote when asked for some was told don’t have any. More cigarette holes in the bed covers than the screens. One swift kick and the door would be open.

  • Precious Nov 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    Roaches I have a bug phobia/ getting ice

  • Precious Nov 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    Roaches I have a bug phobia/ getting ice

  • Teresa Nov 2025 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    The first room I got had paint coming off of the walls in a corner from the ceiling to the floor and some kind of trash around the air conditioner. The second room had the smell of “meth” coming from another room. Then was told that the world put the money back on my card. Paid $81 for the room and got a receipt for $51. I’ll never stay here again!!!

  • Teresa Nov 2025 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    The first room I got had paint coming off of the walls in a corner from the ceiling to the floor and some kind of trash around the air conditioner. The second room had the smell of “meth” coming from another room. Then was told that the world put the money back on my card. Paid $81 for the room and got a receipt for $51. I’ll never stay here again!!!

  • Andrew Nov 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    Awful “hotel”

  • Andrew Nov 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    Awful “hotel”

  • Damali Nov 2025 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    The place was roach infested and half of the lights weren’t working:(

  • Damali Nov 2025 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    The place was roach infested and half of the lights weren’t working:(

  • Nancy Nov 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    When calling for deliveries had to tell them days inn because they bought it and gps for most cars didn't recognize my location as royal inn

  • Nancy Nov 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    When calling for deliveries had to tell them days inn because they bought it and gps for most cars didn't recognize my location as royal inn

  • Heather Oct 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    The motel pics are nothing like what I’m staying in that was on here. It’s a run down roach drug infested hotel. Room is so tiny it’s nasty. I’m probably gonna reschedule my cancer dr appt and go home

  • Heather Oct 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    The motel pics are nothing like what I’m staying in that was on here. It’s a run down roach drug infested hotel. Room is so tiny it’s nasty. I’m probably gonna reschedule my cancer dr appt and go home

  • Luogeng Oct 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    bad, and expedia earned a lot from the reservation

  • Luogeng Oct 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    bad, and expedia earned a lot from the reservation

  • Homeedullah Oct 2025 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    Not

  • Homeedullah Oct 2025 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    Not

  • Christorea Oct 2025 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    The hotel had roaches and spiders everywhere.

  • Christorea Oct 2025 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    The hotel had roaches and spiders everywhere.

  • James Oct 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    This is an older hotel with clean, comfortable, serviceable, and affordable safe lodging. Kind staff

  • James Oct 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    This is an older hotel with clean, comfortable, serviceable, and affordable safe lodging. Kind staff

  • MIN Oct 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    Room needs to be cleaned before client check in.

  • MIN Oct 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    Room needs to be cleaned before client check in.

  • antwanette Oct 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    They had Roaches

  • antwanette Oct 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    They had Roaches

  • Michael Oct 2025 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    Roaches in the room and bathroom.

  • Michael Oct 2025 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    Roaches in the room and bathroom.

  • SEAN Oct 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    The room was cover in mold ceilings, doors ,ypu could smell the mold thats how bad it was ,NO HOT WATER never again

  • SEAN Oct 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    The room was cover in mold ceilings, doors ,ypu could smell the mold thats how bad it was ,NO HOT WATER never again

  • Michael Oct 2025 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    Didn’t get in the pool after seeing the room. It was awful. went to stay somewhere else lost my $80.

  • Michael Oct 2025 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    Didn’t get in the pool after seeing the room. It was awful. went to stay somewhere else lost my $80.

  • Cynthia Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Awesome!

  • Cynthia Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Awesome!

  • ROY Jul 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    This property look and smell like a crackhead infested motel. The rooms were disgusting, with water damage walls and roaches. I check in and check back out the same day. They stated that a manager would get in touch with me regarding a refund, but i've haven't heard from anyone regarding this issue.

  • ROY Jul 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    This property look and smell like a crackhead infested motel. The rooms were disgusting, with water damage walls and roaches. I check in and check back out the same day. They stated that a manager would get in touch with me regarding a refund, but i've haven't heard from anyone regarding this issue.

  • Laura Jul 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    Very run down and unkept property. Our first room did t have working outlets or lights in the bathroom. The staff was initially rude and assuming.

  • Laura Jul 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    Very run down and unkept property. Our first room did t have working outlets or lights in the bathroom. The staff was initially rude and assuming.

  • Sineta Jul 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    Property was nasty

  • Sineta Jul 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    Property was nasty

  • Ian Jul 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    It was fine, cheap. Beds were clean and the water was warm. Nothing fancy.

  • Ian Jul 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    It was fine, cheap. Beds were clean and the water was warm. Nothing fancy.

  • Kelsy Jul 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Good bang for your buck

  • Kelsy Jul 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Good bang for your buck

  • Aaron Jul 2025 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    The room wasn’t t clean. The ac was off when I went into it. Ended up going to another hotel as we were NOT staying in this one. I would not recommend this hotel. Was very disappointed as we figured a Wyndham hotel would be better.

  • Aaron Jul 2025 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    The room wasn’t t clean. The ac was off when I went into it. Ended up going to another hotel as we were NOT staying in this one. I would not recommend this hotel. Was very disappointed as we figured a Wyndham hotel would be better.

  • Jason Jul 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Booked very last minute w/o reading reviews, or likely would gone elsewhere. Property very dated, with updates needed. Sink faucet was about to fall off.Room was clean, as were beds/sheets, but there were several cockroaches in the room. Breakfast was a snack bag w/sunny d and a few wrapped pastries. Staff was nice and though it looked a bit sketchy, all turned out ok for a single night stay.

  • Jason Jul 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Booked very last minute w/o reading reviews, or likely would gone elsewhere. Property very dated, with updates needed. Sink faucet was about to fall off.Room was clean, as were beds/sheets, but there were several cockroaches in the room. Breakfast was a snack bag w/sunny d and a few wrapped pastries. Staff was nice and though it looked a bit sketchy, all turned out ok for a single night stay.

  • Arturo Jul 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    Wow terrible super old!!! I don’t know why this hotel still in business

  • Arturo Jul 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    Wow terrible super old!!! I don’t know why this hotel still in business

  • Aniyah Jul 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    i wasn’t even able to stay in the room it was 21+ to book i also wasted 96 dollars for the room AND it was non refundable.

  • Aniyah Jul 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    i wasn’t even able to stay in the room it was 21+ to book i also wasted 96 dollars for the room AND it was non refundable.

  • Melissa Jun 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    Absolutely terrible there were heroin needles next to our place gross interior and the sheets and comforter were dorty

  • Melissa Jun 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    Absolutely terrible there were heroin needles next to our place gross interior and the sheets and comforter were dorty

  • theresa Jun 2025 · via hotels.com
    2/5

  • theresa Jun 2025 · via hotels.com
    2/5

  • Jamie Jun 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    The entire whole is in need of a wrecking ball

  • Jamie Jun 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    The entire whole is in need of a wrecking ball

  • Christopher May 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    The bathrooms were not safe the ceiling was falling and room in poor condition

  • Christopher May 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    The bathrooms were not safe the ceiling was falling and room in poor condition

  • John May 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Not exactly what you see in the pictures but it's alright. Everything advertised was there albeit a little less than expectation.

  • John May 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Not exactly what you see in the pictures but it's alright. Everything advertised was there albeit a little less than expectation.

  • CM May 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    The best I can say about this Days Inn was that our bed and bathroom were clean. and it was 10 min away from Duke Hospital. The motel is terrible! We will NOT stay there again!

  • CM May 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    The best I can say about this Days Inn was that our bed and bathroom were clean. and it was 10 min away from Duke Hospital. The motel is terrible! We will NOT stay there again!

  • Naomi May 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    Found several dead cockroaches including one between the mattress and box spring. Mattress cover had big brown spots. Tons of mold, brown liquid splashed on the inside of the door. Old candy on the floor. Clearly had not been vacuumed. My socks turned brown from walking on the carpet. Property refused a refund on our two night stay even though we left two hours after checking in.

  • Naomi May 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    Found several dead cockroaches including one between the mattress and box spring. Mattress cover had big brown spots. Tons of mold, brown liquid splashed on the inside of the door. Old candy on the floor. Clearly had not been vacuumed. My socks turned brown from walking on the carpet. Property refused a refund on our two night stay even though we left two hours after checking in.

  • Patrick May 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    Will not be staying here again.

  • Patrick May 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    Will not be staying here again.

  • Richard May 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    This hotel sits behind another closed hotel, the front sign fell off, one of the front doors is boarded up, the front lobby has all sorts of junk in it.

  • Richard May 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    This hotel sits behind another closed hotel, the front sign fell off, one of the front doors is boarded up, the front lobby has all sorts of junk in it.

  • Eric Apr 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    We stayed 4 nights with no room cleaning during our stay. Property is in terrible shape

  • Eric Apr 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    We stayed 4 nights with no room cleaning during our stay. Property is in terrible shape

  • April Apr 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    The Days Inn was absolutely disgusting. Lied about amenities… Pool dirty, restaurant not open, TV in lobby not working, no tea, only decaf coffee in room but not offered at breakfast. In room, the door stuck so had to use force to get in, dirty and old food beside microwave, switches sticky and dirty, broken lamp, broken key chain latch, desk chair cushion dirty… used towels to cover chair before sitting on it, and slept on towels on the sheets and pillows. And worst, cockroaches crawling up door frame... I have a video. Very sketchy people and I believe I witnessed a drug deal. There was no sign on hotel lobby car overhang, just outline where it should’ve been. Rooms not soundproofed at all. I did not feel safe and worried about germs/bugs/rodents the entire time… so gross.

  • April Apr 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    The Days Inn was absolutely disgusting. Lied about amenities… Pool dirty, restaurant not open, TV in lobby not working, no tea, only decaf coffee in room but not offered at breakfast. In room, the door stuck so had to use force to get in, dirty and old food beside microwave, switches sticky and dirty, broken lamp, broken key chain latch, desk chair cushion dirty… used towels to cover chair before sitting on it, and slept on towels on the sheets and pillows. And worst, cockroaches crawling up door frame... I have a video. Very sketchy people and I believe I witnessed a drug deal. There was no sign on hotel lobby car overhang, just outline where it should’ve been. Rooms not soundproofed at all. I did not feel safe and worried about germs/bugs/rodents the entire time… so gross.

  • Tara Apr 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    No breakfast or coffee like they are supposed to. Rooms are okay but the floors and bathroom was not very clean and trash was left in room.

  • Tara Apr 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    No breakfast or coffee like they are supposed to. Rooms are okay but the floors and bathroom was not very clean and trash was left in room.

  • Anita Apr 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    It grows on you if you stay long enough.

  • Anita Apr 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    It grows on you if you stay long enough.

  • STACY Apr 2025 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    The hotel was nasty.

  • STACY Apr 2025 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    The hotel was nasty.

  • LaTonya Apr 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    This property was not clean it has mold on the ceiling there were spiderwebs and bugs in our room the linen on the bed was dirty and stained the air conditioner had mold around it and the refrigerator and microwave had moAlf in it I reserved 2 nights and saw the room and got our money back the staff wouldn’t stay in filth like that so why rent it out I don’t recommend this or any days inn

  • LaTonya Apr 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    This property was not clean it has mold on the ceiling there were spiderwebs and bugs in our room the linen on the bed was dirty and stained the air conditioner had mold around it and the refrigerator and microwave had moAlf in it I reserved 2 nights and saw the room and got our money back the staff wouldn’t stay in filth like that so why rent it out I don’t recommend this or any days inn

  • olivia Apr 2025 · via hotels.com
    3/5

  • olivia Apr 2025 · via hotels.com
    3/5

  • Dan Apr 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    Not clean or convenient

  • Dan Apr 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    Not clean or convenient

  • DáVante Apr 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Good

  • DáVante Apr 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Good

  • Lisa Apr 2025 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    The room had an stale cigarette smell even though it was supposed to be a non smoking room. The blanket on the bed had cigarette burns in it. There was trash in the trash can when we checked in. The bathroom floor was soaking wet. Over all not a pleasant experience. I would recommend staying somewhere else.

  • Lisa Apr 2025 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    The room had an stale cigarette smell even though it was supposed to be a non smoking room. The blanket on the bed had cigarette burns in it. There was trash in the trash can when we checked in. The bathroom floor was soaking wet. Over all not a pleasant experience. I would recommend staying somewhere else.

  • Pedro Apr 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    This place is nothing like the pictures online – total scam! The room we stayed in had mold, broken walls, and was absolutely filthy. The entire place felt more like a shelter than a hotel. The area is extremely unsafe, especially for women – lots of shady people hanging around, possibly homeless. I did not feel safe for a second. This is not a hotel, it’s a nightmare. Do yourself a favor and stay far away from this place!

  • Pedro Apr 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    This place is nothing like the pictures online – total scam! The room we stayed in had mold, broken walls, and was absolutely filthy. The entire place felt more like a shelter than a hotel. The area is extremely unsafe, especially for women – lots of shady people hanging around, possibly homeless. I did not feel safe for a second. This is not a hotel, it’s a nightmare. Do yourself a favor and stay far away from this place!

  • Jamie Apr 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    Take this place out of business. It’s disgusting!

  • Jamie Apr 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    Take this place out of business. It’s disgusting!

  • Angela Apr 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    It was fine. Next door kept going in and out of room 😞, however I was alone so maybe in my head bad thoughts. Brother came for a while, then I felt okay. I feel 😊, being close to office, and like the cameras. I will stay again

  • Angela Apr 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    It was fine. Next door kept going in and out of room 😞, however I was alone so maybe in my head bad thoughts. Brother came for a while, then I felt okay. I feel 😊, being close to office, and like the cameras. I will stay again

  • Lisa Apr 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    This motel is absolutely not the one pictured. All the signs on the property are torn down. The locks do not lock. Bedbugs and roaches in the rooms. Stained sheets. Cigarette butts and burn holes on the “comforter.” Used needles and prostitutes outside the main lobby. The pool water is BLACK. The entire structure is falling in

  • Lisa Apr 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    This motel is absolutely not the one pictured. All the signs on the property are torn down. The locks do not lock. Bedbugs and roaches in the rooms. Stained sheets. Cigarette butts and burn holes on the “comforter.” Used needles and prostitutes outside the main lobby. The pool water is BLACK. The entire structure is falling in

  • Julius Apr 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    My bed was comfortable, my room was nice.

  • Julius Apr 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    My bed was comfortable, my room was nice.

  • Angela Mar 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    After checking in, I received knock on door, saying I didn't pay. I then go back to front desk, pay again. The next day, I ask for towels, housekeeper looks at me like I'm not staying there for two days 😔. I then call front desk about double charge. They assure me I will receive my money. I never received towels or refund. When I checkoutat front desk, I let them know I have not received money back. I am still waiting

  • Angela Mar 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    After checking in, I received knock on door, saying I didn't pay. I then go back to front desk, pay again. The next day, I ask for towels, housekeeper looks at me like I'm not staying there for two days 😔. I then call front desk about double charge. They assure me I will receive my money. I never received towels or refund. When I checkoutat front desk, I let them know I have not received money back. I am still waiting

  • Alana Mar 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Not up to date but it was quite and great staff

  • Alana Mar 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Not up to date but it was quite and great staff

  • Joseph Mar 2025 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    Disgusting hotel! Burn holes in the blankets. Mold all over the door frame. Stains all on the sheets. Dirty toilet paper left in the toilet. Absolutely useless staff. Called the desk to voice my concerns last night. She said they had no bedding that they could switch out for the stained, burn holes bedding. There were MAYBE 4 cars in the parking lot and I walked past a plethora of empty rooms. Said I could downgrade to a full bed (from a king) but would not refund me the cost difference. Said if I wanted a refund then I would have to go somewhere else. Whoever runs this place should be thoroughly ashamed of how awful it is. The staff should also be ashamed in showing absolutely zero ownership or pride in their (minimal) work. For the love of all that is holy, look elsewhere to stay.

  • Joseph Mar 2025 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    Disgusting hotel! Burn holes in the blankets. Mold all over the door frame. Stains all on the sheets. Dirty toilet paper left in the toilet. Absolutely useless staff. Called the desk to voice my concerns last night. She said they had no bedding that they could switch out for the stained, burn holes bedding. There were MAYBE 4 cars in the parking lot and I walked past a plethora of empty rooms. Said I could downgrade to a full bed (from a king) but would not refund me the cost difference. Said if I wanted a refund then I would have to go somewhere else. Whoever runs this place should be thoroughly ashamed of how awful it is. The staff should also be ashamed in showing absolutely zero ownership or pride in their (minimal) work. For the love of all that is holy, look elsewhere to stay.

  • Nicholas Feb 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    Trash

  • Nicholas Feb 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    Trash

  • Stephanie Jan 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    Run don't walk! Unsafe area. Homeless men around a fire 20 feet from entrance. Cigarette burns all over bedding. Dead bugs on comforter. Mold on ceiling. Smoke detector with no cover, wires hanging, no battery! Rude desk employee refusing a refund five minutes after we checked in. Will be disputing this charge with Expedia. Have pics but no way to upload.

  • Stephanie Jan 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    Run don't walk! Unsafe area. Homeless men around a fire 20 feet from entrance. Cigarette burns all over bedding. Dead bugs on comforter. Mold on ceiling. Smoke detector with no cover, wires hanging, no battery! Rude desk employee refusing a refund five minutes after we checked in. Will be disputing this charge with Expedia. Have pics but no way to upload.

  • Crystal Jan 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Great stay but a little costly for the room

  • Crystal Jan 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Great stay but a little costly for the room

  • patricia Jan 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    Horrible conditions and even worse staff.

  • patricia Jan 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    Horrible conditions and even worse staff.

  • Carsyn Jan 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    NOTHING like the photos shown. Extremely disappointed. Was not expecting the best but this was downright awful. Ended up booking a room elsewhere.

  • Carsyn Jan 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    NOTHING like the photos shown. Extremely disappointed. Was not expecting the best but this was downright awful. Ended up booking a room elsewhere.

  • Evelin Dec 2024 · via expedia
    1/5

    Our room smelled so bad!! The room was also dirty.

  • Evelin Dec 2024 · via expedia
    1/5

    Our room smelled so bad!! The room was also dirty.

  • Amy Dec 2024 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    The room was dirty. The heat did not work well. There was a not so pleasant smell coming from the outside area. The outside light by my door was strobing.

  • Amy Dec 2024 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    The room was dirty. The heat did not work well. There was a not so pleasant smell coming from the outside area. The outside light by my door was strobing.

  • Tj Nov 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great

  • Tj Nov 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great

  • Verified Nov 2024 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Difficult to find the facility ( located behind gas station and another hotel), needs renovations, adjoining room door did not fully close- had to jam a chair up against the door knob, the room smelled terrible. Only regular electric outlets- no usb ports for charging. On a positive note, AC worked great, bathroom sink looked new and was very clean. Would not stay here again unless I was desperate.

  • Verified Nov 2024 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Difficult to find the facility ( located behind gas station and another hotel), needs renovations, adjoining room door did not fully close- had to jam a chair up against the door knob, the room smelled terrible. Only regular electric outlets- no usb ports for charging. On a positive note, AC worked great, bathroom sink looked new and was very clean. Would not stay here again unless I was desperate.

  • Danielle Nov 2024 · via expedia
    1/5

    Was given a dirty room upon arrival. Used condoms behind the bed. Really tough neighborhood and scary place to stay. I checked out a day early and need a refund for my night

  • Danielle Nov 2024 · via expedia
    1/5

    Was given a dirty room upon arrival. Used condoms behind the bed. Really tough neighborhood and scary place to stay. I checked out a day early and need a refund for my night

  • K Nov 2024 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    The room had roaches everywhere i was in my car most of the time they was everywhere i was not happy at all all the money i spent im pissed off

  • K Nov 2024 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    The room had roaches everywhere i was in my car most of the time they was everywhere i was not happy at all all the money i spent im pissed off

  • Jovonda Nov 2024 · via expedia
    3/5

    Only down side of this hotel no ice maker

  • Jovonda Nov 2024 · via expedia
    3/5

    Only down side of this hotel no ice maker

  • Ethan Nov 2024 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    Place is in serious need of updating. Felt unsafe.

  • Ethan Nov 2024 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    Place is in serious need of updating. Felt unsafe.

  • Rejon Nov 2024 · via expedia
    2/5

    The property was not very clean and many things in the room were damaged (lamp/bureau/etc). They placed me in an exterior room across the parking lot from a budget hotel which made me feel quite unsafe. I didn’t sleep well because I could hear someone knocking on doors throughout the night. Ultimately, I was so uncomfortable that I chose to forgo the free breakfast and left at 4am instead.

  • Rejon Nov 2024 · via expedia
    2/5

    The property was not very clean and many things in the room were damaged (lamp/bureau/etc). They placed me in an exterior room across the parking lot from a budget hotel which made me feel quite unsafe. I didn’t sleep well because I could hear someone knocking on doors throughout the night. Ultimately, I was so uncomfortable that I chose to forgo the free breakfast and left at 4am instead.

  • Ona Oct 2024 · via expedia
    1/5

    It was horrible

  • Ona Oct 2024 · via expedia
    1/5

    It was horrible

  • Joanne Oct 2024 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    the hotel is behind 2 other business'. we arrived during rush hour so it was hard to turn when we were supposed to. After traveling, the first thing we wanted was to use the restroom which was right there when you enter the door. Women's room had 3 stalls, one out of order, the other 2 had broken locks. Stall in the men's room, wouldn't flush. The whole hotel looks run down from the outside. Room definitely needs remodeling. The bathroom was clean, just old. The nicest thing surprisingly was the bed.Checking in and out was fine, the staff was friendly. I had read the reviews but we were there for one night and the price was budget friendly.

  • Joanne Oct 2024 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    the hotel is behind 2 other business'. we arrived during rush hour so it was hard to turn when we were supposed to. After traveling, the first thing we wanted was to use the restroom which was right there when you enter the door. Women's room had 3 stalls, one out of order, the other 2 had broken locks. Stall in the men's room, wouldn't flush. The whole hotel looks run down from the outside. Room definitely needs remodeling. The bathroom was clean, just old. The nicest thing surprisingly was the bed.Checking in and out was fine, the staff was friendly. I had read the reviews but we were there for one night and the price was budget friendly.

  • James Oct 2024 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    This hotel was not safe,clean or as advertised. Wyndham should not associate with this war zone. I pulled up to an abondoned hotel next door and there were homeless folks wandering into the Days Inn and cars with broken out windows on the Parking lot with signs of Park at own risk.We checked in the door wouldn't open got another room and realized this hotel was not safe enough to stay in. We told the person at the desk we wished not to stay there and he said he could not refund us because we used you as the third party. I feel you should support my refund because this hotel was not fit to stay in. Please respond with your answer

  • James Oct 2024 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    This hotel was not safe,clean or as advertised. Wyndham should not associate with this war zone. I pulled up to an abondoned hotel next door and there were homeless folks wandering into the Days Inn and cars with broken out windows on the Parking lot with signs of Park at own risk.We checked in the door wouldn't open got another room and realized this hotel was not safe enough to stay in. We told the person at the desk we wished not to stay there and he said he could not refund us because we used you as the third party. I feel you should support my refund because this hotel was not fit to stay in. Please respond with your answer

  • Rose Oct 2024 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    We arrived a couple hours early .Did a 12 hour drive .Our room was ready very nicely remodeled room 2 big plushy beds with lots of pillows room was clean and fresh . Check in was quick and easy . Quiet place no late night noise..

  • Rose Oct 2024 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    We arrived a couple hours early .Did a 12 hour drive .Our room was ready very nicely remodeled room 2 big plushy beds with lots of pillows room was clean and fresh . Check in was quick and easy . Quiet place no late night noise..

  • Carlyle Oct 2024 · via expedia
    3/5

    There were people outside until 4am partying and talking. That noise made sleep difficult. The property is in need of maintenance. Getting a bit worn-out. The location was convenient.

  • Carlyle Oct 2024 · via expedia
    3/5

    There were people outside until 4am partying and talking. That noise made sleep difficult. The property is in need of maintenance. Getting a bit worn-out. The location was convenient.

  • William Oct 2024 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Room was non smoking and reeked of cigarette smoke!!

  • William Oct 2024 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Room was non smoking and reeked of cigarette smoke!!

  • Cassie Sep 2024 · via expedia
    1/5

    I would never recommend this hotel... there were roaches electrical outlets falling out the wall. All the wall lamps were leaning and some weren't even connected... i was even instructioned to pull the large furniture out to plug in the lamp myself... the clerk told me the roaches were ok don't worry about them... I'm still traumatized

  • Cassie Sep 2024 · via expedia
    1/5

    I would never recommend this hotel... there were roaches electrical outlets falling out the wall. All the wall lamps were leaning and some weren't even connected... i was even instructioned to pull the large furniture out to plug in the lamp myself... the clerk told me the roaches were ok don't worry about them... I'm still traumatized

  • Ruth Sep 2024 · via expedia
    2/5

    The room, facility and grounds were neglected. The room was musty

  • Ruth Sep 2024 · via expedia
    2/5

    The room, facility and grounds were neglected. The room was musty

  • Austin Sep 2024 · via expedia
    2/5

    When we arrived the pool looked nice but was locked almost the whole time. Besides that when we got into our room it smelled of mold, but we tried pushing past this. The smell made us so sick we ended up going to a friend's house 45 minutes away. When we returned the next day to get our clothes the ceiling was tearing and a bunch of dust was all over the dresser. Unsure if this was from the people upstairs or if the building was just breaking down

  • Austin Sep 2024 · via expedia
    2/5

    When we arrived the pool looked nice but was locked almost the whole time. Besides that when we got into our room it smelled of mold, but we tried pushing past this. The smell made us so sick we ended up going to a friend's house 45 minutes away. When we returned the next day to get our clothes the ceiling was tearing and a bunch of dust was all over the dresser. Unsure if this was from the people upstairs or if the building was just breaking down

  • Donna Sep 2024 · via expedia
    2/5

    People in parking lot loud and shady. Room faucets are loose and toilet feels like your going to fall

  • Janelle Sep 2024 · via expedia
    1/5

    Reeked of weed, trash everywhere outside.

  • Soo Sep 2024 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    I am writing to express my concern about the conditions we encountered during our recent stay at your hotel last night, Aug 31- Sept 1st. Upon arrival, we discovered mold growing on the first layer of the bed sheets in our room 112. This is a serious health hazard, as mold exposure can lead to respiratory issues and other health problems. Additionally, the sheets were dirty. While we understand that sometimes the appearance of a room may not be perfect, the presence of mold on the bed sheets is unacceptable. We are very concerned about the potential health risks associated with mold exposure, including the possibility of inhaling mold spores and becoming ill. Due to these unsatisfactory and hazardous conditions, we respectfully request a full refund for our stay. We hope that you will take our concerns seriously and address these issues to ensure the safety and well-being of your guests. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Please refer to the pictures we took in our room, 112. We look forward to your prompt response. Kindest regards,

  • Michele Aug 2024 · via expedia
    3/5

    The door to our room opened without the key. Management worked quickly to get us a new room, and were very nice. The faucet in the tub incessantly leaked and had to throw a towel down so we wouldn’t have to hear it. Door didn’t seem to shut all the way and showed the light from the outside.

  • Andrea Aug 2024 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    It was musty, dingy and not well kept. Sure they cleaned sheets and towels but the door had black mold and the bathroom door was creaky and didn't lock (this was important because my 1 year old kept opening it while we were using it). There were cracks all around the room between the walls and floor and were not cleaned in a while. The free 'breakfast' was a bag with Sunny D, crackers, a fruit and a mini muffin. The staff was friendly enough but they know what kind of place it is.

  • Nyoka Aug 2024 · via expedia
    3/5

    Convenient location to Hospital.

  • Kevin Aug 2024 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    Everything was good until I woke up the next morning and heard that there is no free breakfast, $20 a person for breakfast

  • Christa Aug 2024 · via expedia
    3/5

    Needs updating. Area is a bit sketchy

  • Caryn Aug 2024 · via expedia
    4/5

    The room was very convenient to parking and easy to get luggage in. Bathroom and bedding was exceptionally clean.

  • Caryn Aug 2024 · via expedia
    4/5

    The front desk clerk the first day was amazing. She lent me a charger cable. Couldn’t have been nicer. Room was nice and clean. Pool was lovely.

  • audrey Aug 2024 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    we were in town for a hospital visit. walked in the lobby and I asked my friend is there pool open? and the lady behind the counter said it's only for guest. not hello or welcome. She was very rude and unhappy. the room was clean enough but the people knocking on the door in the middle of the night was unpleasant. the breakfast area was not there. breakfast came in a bag and no coffee. door dash gave our food to another room. also wanted to charge me another $100 dollars once i got there. when it was already paid for. it was non refundable. I ask just in case it was for insidentals. she said no. for your bag each person had to go get there own.Never have I had this type of stay at a days inn.

  • Krystal Jul 2024 · via expedia
    2/5

    Our room smelled musty, had so much mold on the ceiling, remotes for TV did not work, empty beer bottles left outside of the railing infront of our rooms, found 3 razor blades from the parking lot to our room, dried blood on the shower curtain (we didnt even know until the next morning). When I checked out, I told the lady out front that I wanted a refund, her exact words were, " Thank you for bringing it to our attention. We did not know this. The manager isn't here right now and I cant issue that." Very disappointed and will not go back.

  • Rene Jul 2024 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    That was the dirtiest room l have stayed in since l was a teenager. Everything nasty. Dirt and junk all around the bed we got clean sheets and clorox and cleaned as best as we could. Never stay there again

  • Raven Jul 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great

  • Janeane Jul 2024 · via expedia
    1/5

    The rooms smelled, the pool was broke. The paint was chipping on the walls. No smoke detectors. Broken appliances. The bathrooms were full of mildew and mold. The outside appearance was just as run down. Landscaping did not appear to be kept up. The linens were stained and ripped. I can go on for ever. Expedia you should not advertise this hotel as it does not appear as it does in pictures. No wonder they are all night pictures. False advertisement to the max.

  • Melissa Jul 2024 · via expedia
    2/5

    There was

  • Regina Jul 2024 · via expedia
    3/5

    Beds and linens clean , room mostly clean , except on sides of bed stand and under side of bed with a lot of crumbs and debris . Mold on side of bedside stand , from someone spilling a drink I guess. Shower didn’t drain well, wasn’t level . Bag breakfast only , no coffee, nothing hot .

  • Raven Jul 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    T

  • Dion Jul 2024 · via expedia
    1/5

    Rooms were old and smelly. Bathroom ceiling leaks

  • Jeannie Jul 2024 · via hotels.com
    5/5

  • Joe Jul 2024 · via expedia
    4/5

    Pool is very awesome

  • GWENDOLYN Jul 2024 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    Hotel access confusing. Grounds could have been cleaner. 94 degree weather without working ice machines. Don't think I will stay there again.

  • KUMARASAMY Jul 2024 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Need repair inside, Staff not serve served breakfast or cofee

  • Marcus Jul 2024 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Our stay was pleasant we only ran into a couple of situations however the staff was courteous and very consistent.

  • Beverly Jul 2024 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Room was clean but wall around bathroom sink holes and peeling

  • Anirudh Jun 2024 · via expedia
    4/5

    Good

  • Denita Jun 2024 · via expedia
    2/5

    Could be a nice quaint place, but it is very run down.

  • Stephanie Jun 2024 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    Once in the room, we found bottle caps and mentos wrappers under the beds, but still within view without physically being on the floor. My top green blanket had a blood stain on it, and the bathroom did not look like it had been cleaned since the previous guest. There was debris on the floor, toilet paper stuffed in the door stopper, as well as in the peep hole for room door. The area itself is run down and the hotel is situated behind a sketchy gas station and another hotel. I wasn't pleased, at all, with how this hotel was advertised and then actually presented so much differently. 0\10 not worth the price and regret booking here.

  • Joyce Jun 2024 · via expedia
    2/5

    Property on exterior was littered with trash; parking lot had unsafe potholes; people were loitering just a few feet away from the property. Never saw a maintenance worker working at the property.

  • Star Jun 2024 · via expedia
    1/5

    I did not like this place at all. I am trying to get a refund. Too much drug activity and it smells awful and is unclean.

  • Toya Jun 2024 · via expedia
    3/5

    Wasn’t too comfortable with the area. Overall my experience was okay. I wouldn’t choose this location again.

  • Jeremiah Jun 2024 · via expedia
    2/5

    Pool was closed. Room was filthy. Junkies in the parking lot.

  • CARLOS Jun 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Location and Accessibility

  • Jermaine May 2024 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    I booked this hotel for a weekend trip to visit family and upon arrival the check in process was no problem at all smooth and easy, once i got to my room the door was a little tuff to open and the light swith by the door seems to serve no purpose as it did not turn anything on or off that i could see, the soap they provide is horrible as i forgot mine at home but it was the size of a quarter and very hard i brought my own from a store the next day could not use that, the view i had was of another hotel that had a lot of late night traffic and loud music, the showers do not have any no slip mats in them so i did almost slip and fall in there a few times while this was not a horrible stay it was not the best either if i was not by myself this time i would not have stayed here due to the quality

  • Nataliya May 2024 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    The staff was nice and I feel bad for leaving this review but the hotel advertisement is quite misleading from the pictures. The hotel was old, many things didn’t work. The pool had no water in it. It was musty. The toilet clogged on first use. Have to open the door a certain way for it to work. Hole on the comforter (not really a huge deal, just noting here for age description.) we actually left after 5 mins to get another hotel.

  • ARDEN May 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Other than that everything was great, they had a wonderful breakfast in the morning!!!

  • Shaquawn May 2024 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    Overall horrible experience, pool was not in working condition, hot water was non existent, also no breakfast, Overall one of my worst experiences!

  • Nancy May 2024 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    There was water leaking from the bathroom’s ceiling in the room during my stay.

Frequently asked questions about Royal Inn

Does Royal Inn have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Royal Inn offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Royal Inn offer parking?
Yes, Royal Inn offers free parking on-site.
Does Royal Inn have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Royal Inn offers meeting spaces for business and group use.
Does Royal Inn have a fitness center?
Royal Inn does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is Royal Inn located, and how walkable is the area?
Royal Inn is located at 3460 Hillsborough Rd, Durham, NC 27705. With a Walk Score of 39, the area is rated Car-Dependent. A car or rideshare is recommended for most trips in this area.

House rules

Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM
Cancellation Not available
Children Not available