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21c Museum Hotel Durham

Durham, United States

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  • Breakfast Daily
  • $50 Hotel Credit
  • Welcome Gift
  • Upgrade at Booking
  • VIP Status
  • WiFi

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21c Museum Hotel Durham
Located in the heart of downtown Durham and occupying the historic Hill Building, 21c Museum Hotel Durham is a 125-room boutique hotel, contemporary art museum, cultural civic center, and home to Counting House restaurant. As a cultural epicenter in Durham, 21c is where guests, artists, performers, thinkers, innovators ,and locals alike congregate for culinary delights, thought-provoking artwork, and a taste of the unique 21c experience.

Rooms are spacious with high ceilings, contemporary furnishings, original terrazzo floors ,and large windows and provide a welcome sanctuary from the art and activity that fills the 21c galleries. Amenities include high speed wi-fi internet, alarm clock/docking stations, original art, 42″ HDTV flat screen televisions with full cable line-up, Nespresso coffee makers, in-room safes, and luxurious bedding. Business travelers will appreciate spacious work areas and executive business center.

Located downstairs, the fitness center has your workout needs covered. The massage rooms are conveniently located adjacent to the sauna, steam room, fitness facility, and The Vault. A showcase for high-quality seasonal ingredients, Counting House presents a global perspective on regional dishes and celebrates North Carolina’s rich heritage of fresh seafood with menus that feature rotisserie and roasting techniques. The bar and lounge is a welcoming place to taste innovative house-made cocktails, sip aperitifs, sample local craft brews, and explore broad bourbon and wine lists. 21c Museum Hotel Durham also brings over 10,500 square feet of art-filled exhibition and event space to the heart of downtown Durham.

As North America’s first museum devoted solely to art of the 21st century, 21c Museum Hotel is committed to featuring a rotating program of thought-provoking solo and group exhibitions that reflect the global nature of art today, as well as site-specific, commissioned installations.

Exclusive Perks at 21c Museum Hotel Durham

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Standing tall and proud in the center of downtown Durham, 21c Museum Hotel is a multi-venue contemporary art museum offering more than 10,500 square feet of art-filled exhibition and event space, a full-service boutique hotel with luxurious  guest rooms, and home to Counting House restaurant.

Guests making reservations through Five Star Alliance under the "Five Star Signature Package" or "Five Star Signature Suites & Villas" will also receive the following amenities:

  • Breakfast Daily
  • $50 Hotel Credit
  • Welcome Gift
  • Upgrade at Booking
  • VIP Status
  • WiFi
  • Early Check-in
  • Late Check-out
Terms and Conditions
Reservations must be made through Five Star Alliance under the “5 Star Signature Package." Breakfast is provided for up to two guests daily. A $50 hotel credit is provided once per room, per stay. Also included is a welcome amenity. Upgrade is subject to availability at the time of booking. Early check-in, and late check-out are subject to availability at time of check-in and departure.


Hotel Address:
  • 21c Museum Hotel Durham
  • 111 North Corcoran Street
  • Durham, NC 27701
  • United States

Location Summary
21c Museum Hotel Durham occupies an historic building in the heart of downtown. Durham is an incubator for vibrant arts and film communities and a historical charmer with architecture and festivals at every turn. It's home to a world class performing arts center, the Durham Bulls Athletic Park, and maze of hiking and biking trails. Durham was also named the Tastiest Town in the South by Southern Living magazine, so there is no shortage of great local restaurants, food trucks, and bars. Both within its walls and beyond, 21c encourages guests to explore all the neighborhood has to offer. Just a hop, skip and a jump. 21c is in the middle of the downtown’s action, with a number of neighboring arts venues, museums, nightlife and businesses.

Directions to Hotel
From Charlotte: From I-85 Northbound: Take I-85 North and follow signs for Greensboro. Merge onto I-40 East and keep left at the fork for I-85 North. Take exit 172 for NC-147 South. Take exit 13 for Chapel Hill Street and turn left on West Chapel Hill Street. Turn right onto Downtown Loop/Ramseur Street. Take a left onto Corcoran Street and 21c is on the left.

From Greensboro: From I-40 Eastbound: Take I-40 East toward Durham and take exit 172 for NC-147 South. Take exit 13 for Chapel Hill Street and turn left on West Chapel Hill Street. Turn right onto Downtown Loop/Ramseur Street. Take a left onto Corcoran Street and 21c is on the left.

From Raleigh: From I-40 Westbound: Take I-40 West and take exit 279 B towards Durham/Downtown. Merge onto NC-147 North and take exit 12B toward Roxboro Street/Mangum Street. Turn right on South Roxboro Street and turn left onto East Main Street. Turn right onto Corcoran Street. 21c is on the left.

From Chapel Hill: Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd: Take Durham-Chapel Hill Boulevard, stay left and follow signs for U.S. 15 Business N/U.S. 501 Business N/S Square/Chapel Hill Boulevard. Durham-Chapel Hill Boulevard turns left and becomes University Drive. Continue onto West Lakewood Avenue. Turn left onto Blackwell Street. Continue onto Corcoran Street. 21c is on the left.
Note Bene
Whether it’s your own piece of Fuchsia Penguin paraphernalia or the Malin + Goetz bath amenities, the 21c Museum Shop offers a wide range of unique items chosen to create a lasting impression of the 21c experience.
Banquets & Meetings
The hotel offers more than 10,500 square feet of art-filled exhibition and event space.
Fine Dining On Site
Counting House presents a global perspective on regional dishes and celebrates North Carolina's rich culinary heritage.
Fitness Center
Located downstairs, the fitness center has cutting edge cardio equipment.
Spa Facility
Massages are available at The Spa at 21c and in guest rooms.
Theatre Museums
21c Museum Hotel features a rotating program of solo and group exhibitions as as well as site-specific, commissioned installations.
Recommended Rooms
Terrace Suite: One bedroom luxury suite with a king bed and a large private terrace.


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Hotel Amenities
  • - Banquets & Meetings
    - Business Center
    - Meeting Space
    - Disabled Access
    - Fine Dining On Site
    - Fine Dining Nearby
    - Fitness Center
    - High Speed Internet
    - Pets Allowed
    - Spa Facility
Available Activities
  • - Biking Touring
    - Dining
    - Jogging Running
    - Shopping
    - Theatre & Museums