The Best Hotels Closest to North Carolina State Fairgrounds in Raleigh for 2026

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A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a modern staircase.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a parking lot.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a visible express shop.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a snack bar.

1. Holiday Inn Express And Suites Raleigh West Lenovo Center by IHG

Southwest Raleigh, 3 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Stacy

SAR 413

SAR 468 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, yellow chairs, and colorful seating.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, tables, chairs, and a large window offering a view of the city.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, chairs, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

A modern lounge area with leather sofas, wooden tables, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

2. Home2 Suites by Hilton Raleigh West Lenovo Center

Southwest Raleigh, 2.9 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Lee-Ann

SAR 412

SAR 467 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern living room with a kitchen area, featuring a leather sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A modern lounge area with a brick wall, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and comfortable seating.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area with shelves of bottles, and a wall with a food and diet sign.

A reception area with a wooden counter, shelves with various items, a bench, and framed pictures on the wall.

3. Four Points by Sheraton Raleigh Arena

Southwest Raleigh, 1.4 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Michelle

SAR 426

SAR 483 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a microwave, and a window with a view of trees.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.

A hotel room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen area, and a lamp.

A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a clear sky and trees in the background.

4. Holiday Inn Express & Suites RALEIGH WEST - LENOVO CENTER by IHG

Southwest Raleigh, 3 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

SAR 657

SAR 744 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A Microtel by Wyndham hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a checkered carpet, two armchairs, a heater, and a window with curtains.

A reception desk with a clock, a flat-screen TV, and potted plants.

5. Microtel Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport

12.1 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

John

SAR 280

SAR 318 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a television.

A hotel with a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a well-maintained landscape.

A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a central bar, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a yellow armchair, and a small wooden table.

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP

11.9 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Vanessa

SAR 308

SAR 349 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A kitchen area with a stone backsplash, wooden cabinets, a coffee machine, a waffle maker, and a fruit basket.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a window, and a cityscape view.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and two side tables with round lamps.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a digital display, and a beverage refrigerator.

7. Best Western Plus Raleigh Crabtree Valley Hotel

Northwest Raleigh, 6.9 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Jennifer

SAR 372

SAR 421 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern dining area with a central table, surrounded by wicker chairs, and a seating area with a sofa and armchairs.

A reception desk with a printer, two potted plants, a computer monitor, and a white office chair.

A Comfort Inn hotel with a modern design, featuring a stone facade and a covered parking area.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a potted plant, and a wall-mounted sign reading "Comfort Inn".

8. Comfort Inn Raleigh Midtown

North Hills, 8.4 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

John

SAR 267

SAR 303 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio area with seating, a fire feature, and string lights.

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, multiple balconies, and outdoor seating areas.

A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

A snack display area with shelves of various snacks and a refrigerated section.

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Midtown

North Hills, 8.8 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Renee

SAR 594

SAR 673 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A patio area with a stone fire pit surrounded by wicker furniture, outdoor lighting, and a view of a multi-story building in the background.

A hotel room with a gray sofa, a gray armchair, a small table, a desk with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

A vending area with refrigerated beverage dispensers and snack shelves.

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a menu board.

10. Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville

11.7 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Nancy

SAR 383

SAR 434 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

An outdoor patio with seating, a fire feature, and a view of a cityscape.

A modern interior with wooden shelves, a red booth seating area, and pendant lighting.

A multi-level hotel interior with a staircase, guest access doors, and hanging pendant lights.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, and two wall-mounted lamps.

11. The Longleaf Hotel

Downtown Raleigh, 6.3 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Nicholas

SAR 522

SAR 591 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern meeting room with a long table, chairs, a TV, and a coffee station.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, two yellow armchairs, a small round table with a fruit bowl, a desk with a computer, and a map mural on the wall.

A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a desk with a chair.

A reception desk with a modern design, a blue and white color scheme, and a geometric wall pattern.

12. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Raleigh NE - Medical Ctr Area by IHG

Southeast Raleigh, 11.9 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Kinsley

SAR 443

SAR 502 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel breakfast buffet with various food stations, including a fruit bowl and a coffee station.

A Hampton Inn hotel entrance with a covered walkway, landscaped garden, and a clear sky.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, and orange sofa.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered patio area.

13. Hampton Inn Raleigh Garner

10.2 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Ahmed

SAR 425

SAR 481 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a wall-mounted light, and a window with curtains.

A hotel reception desk with a sign reading 'Quality by Choice Hotels,' a digital screen, and a plant.

A modern dining area with a sofa, chairs, and a table.

A modern kitchen area with a built-in coffee station, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

14. Quality Inn & Suites Raleigh Durham Airport

11.9 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

roger

SAR 258

SAR 293 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a blue and grey tiled floor, and a view of a parked car outside.

A modern breakfast area with self-service stations, including coffee machines and a refrigerated display case.

A modern lobby with a sectional sofa, armchairs, a flat-screen TV, a bar area, and a patterned rug.

A snack and beverage vending area with multiple shelves stocked with various brands of chips and a refrigerator with a variety of drinks.

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Raleigh Cary

5 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Jacob

SAR 426

SAR 483 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A lobby with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, seating area with sofas and armchairs, and two cityscape paintings on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen area, and a TV.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a lamp.

16. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Downtown North

Northeast Raleigh, 10.5 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Krista

SAR 444

SAR 502 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An outdoor patio area with stone fire pit, wicker furniture, and a view of the hotel buildings.

A modern hotel room with a cozy seating area, a fireplace, and a television in the background.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a coffee station.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

17. Courtyard by Marriott Raleigh Midtown

North Hills, 8.5 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Alexandra

SAR 460

SAR 521 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a balcony.

A hotel kitchen with a buffet setup, a coffee machine, and a refrigerator.

A multi-story hotel with a green and beige facade, a prominent entrance with a covered walkway, and a sign reading "Wingate by Wyndham."

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weightlifting equipment.

18. Wingate by Wyndham Raleigh South / Garner

9.8 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Sarah

SAR 419

SAR 474 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern lounge area with a built-in fireplace, comfortable seating, and a television screen.

A hotel entrance with a prominent sign, a covered walkway, and a well-lit facade.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a wooden deck, and a ceiling with skylights.

A spacious hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including a long bench with cushions, round tables, and a bar area with a marble countertop.

19. Hilton Raleigh North Hills

North Hills, 9 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Shilo

SAR 397

SAR 450 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and artwork on the wall.

A modern office space with a glass desk, a printer, a computer monitor, and framed pictures on the wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a large glass door, a seating area with chairs, a small desk, and a digital kiosk.

A spacious kitchen with a stone backsplash, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a modern ceiling light fixture.

20. Days Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Midtown

North Hills, 8.7 km from North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Kisha

SAR 297

SAR 336 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Top North Carolina State Fairgrounds Hotel Reviews

Remodeled ranch style home with Firepit conveniently located

10/10 Excellent

"The house was convenient to NC State, the stadium and many restaurants.The rooms were open areas with a minimal feel and minimal supplies.We had 1/2 roll of paper towels, 1 full size bath towel per person, and no extra blankets. I did send owner a message after we left about needing updated cookware, since the other cookware was unusable.We would stay again, but we would bring extra towels."

Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh

8/10 Good

"Clean room and bathroom. Comfortable bed. Staff was friendly and helpful. Breakfast is adequate and well stocked."

Near NCSU, State Fair, RDU & RTP-2BR +Fire Pit+Fenced Yard+Ample Private Parkng

10/10 Excellent

"Good central location for downtown and NCSU. Pet-friendly."

Cozy private efficiency located near downtown Raleigh, PNC Arena, NCSU, RTP, RDU

10/10 Excellent

"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! We had everything we needed and were quite comfortable. Great communication with host. Thank you!"

Home2 Suites by Hilton Raleigh West Lenovo Center

10/10 Excellent

"I felt safe and enjoyed myself."

3BR with Personal TVs in Raleigh! 2 King Beds!

8/10 Good

"Everything was good one of the toilets upstairs I didn’t like the seat on the toilet. It was the one that has a cushion and it had hose in it so you couldn’t sit on it… and there’s no broom are mop where we can sweep if we spilled something"

Boho Luxe Stay Game Room, Fire Pit & Playground

10/10 Excellent

"We have stayed here multiple times and already have it reserved again. Great location and great house."

Sweet Nest in Central Raleigh

10/10 Excellent

"No issues had."

Idyllic Central Raleigh condo-3br/2bath

8/10 Good

"Older apartment building with almost completely new feel inside. Convenient location. Good communication from host. Easy check in. It is an upstairs unit which was preferable for us."

Other attractions near North Carolina State Fairgrounds

A wooden pergola over a gravel path in a garden with various plants and trees.

J.C. Raulston Arboretum

Explore the great outdoors at J.C. Raulston Arboretum, a lovely green space in Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Three vibrant flowers with red and yellow petals and a dark center, set against a dry, rocky background.

Lenovo Center

8.8/10 (1,752 reviews)

Catch an event at Lenovo Center during your trip to Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Large metal rings in a park with grass and trees.

North Carolina Museum of Art

8.8/10 (577 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at North Carolina Museum of Art during your trip to Raleigh. Experience the area's fascinating museums or attend a sporting event.

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J.S. Dorton Arena

6.4/10 (5 reviews)

Catch an event at J.S. Dorton Arena during your trip to Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Gov. James B. Hunt, Jr. Horse Complex

8.0/10 (14 reviews)

Catch an event at Gov. James B. Hunt, Jr. Horse Complex during your trip to Raleigh. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Carter-Finley Stadium

7.8/10 (27 reviews)

Catch an event at Carter-Finley Stadium during your trip to Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Ann and Jim Goodnight Museum Park

Ann and Jim Goodnight Museum Park is just one of the places to see in Raleigh, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

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Raleigh Brewing Company

8.8/10 (11 reviews)

You can take time to visit Raleigh Brewing Company during your travels to Raleigh. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around North Carolina State Fairgrounds?

North Carolina State Fairgrounds is located in a scenic area of Raleigh that travelers like for its sporting events and art scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 32 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to North Carolina State Fairgrounds?

Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from North Carolina State Fairgrounds. Another good option is Four Points by Sheraton Raleigh Arena, located just 0.8 mi (1.4 km) away.

How many hotels should I expect to find near North Carolina State Fairgrounds?

Expedia has 32 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from North Carolina State Fairgrounds.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near North Carolina State Fairgrounds, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near North Carolina State Fairgrounds.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near North Carolina State Fairgrounds?

To access more information about changing or cancelling your stay near North Carolina State Fairgrounds, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near North Carolina State Fairgrounds?

You'll want to browse the collections at North Carolina Museum of Art, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, and Joel Lane Museum House. Sights like Raleigh Little Theater, North Carolina Executive Mansion, and Mordecai Historic Park are must-sees while exploring the area. You can check out the local talent at Red Hat Amphitheater, Burning Coal Theatre, and North Carolina Theatre.

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1. Holiday Inn Express And Suites Raleigh West Lenovo Center by IHG

2. Home2 Suites by Hilton Raleigh West Lenovo Center

3. Four Points by Sheraton Raleigh Arena

4. Holiday Inn Express & Suites RALEIGH WEST - LENOVO CENTER by IHG

5. Microtel Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Airport

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP

7. Best Western Plus Raleigh Crabtree Valley Hotel

8. Comfort Inn Raleigh Midtown

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Midtown

10. Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville

11. The Longleaf Hotel

12. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Raleigh NE - Medical Ctr Area by IHG

13. Hampton Inn Raleigh Garner

14. Quality Inn & Suites Raleigh Durham Airport

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Raleigh Cary

16. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Downtown North

17. Courtyard by Marriott Raleigh Midtown

18. Wingate by Wyndham Raleigh South / Garner

19. Hilton Raleigh North Hills

20. Days Inn by Wyndham Raleigh Midtown

Top North Carolina State Fairgrounds Hotel Reviews

Remodeled ranch style home with Firepit conveniently located

Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh

Near NCSU, State Fair, RDU & RTP-2BR +Fire Pit+Fenced Yard+Ample Private Parkng

Cozy private efficiency located near downtown Raleigh, PNC Arena, NCSU, RTP, RDU

Home2 Suites by Hilton Raleigh West Lenovo Center

3BR with Personal TVs in Raleigh! 2 King Beds!

Boho Luxe Stay Game Room, Fire Pit & Playground

Sweet Nest in Central Raleigh

Idyllic Central Raleigh condo-3br/2bath

Other attractions near North Carolina State Fairgrounds

J.C. Raulston Arboretum

Lenovo Center

North Carolina Museum of Art

J.S. Dorton Arena

Gov. James B. Hunt, Jr. Horse Complex

Carter-Finley Stadium

Ann and Jim Goodnight Museum Park

Raleigh Brewing Company

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