Raleigh, NC

Travel Guide

Aerial view of Raleigh, North Carolina skyline on a sunny day.
Aerial view of Raleigh, North Carolina skyline on a sunny day.
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Raleigh skyline at night

Where to stay in Raleigh

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Downtown Raleigh

4.5/5(65 area reviews)

While visiting Downtown Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Marbles Kids Museums and The Acorn.

Downtown Raleigh
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North Hills

5/5(148 area reviews)

North Hills is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by North Hills Shopping Center and Lassiter Mill Historic Park while in the area.

North Hills
There's a beautiful view of this lake from the top of James B. Hunt Library on Centennial Campus. They allow fishing on this lake too

Southwest Raleigh

4/5(774 area reviews)

While visiting Southwest Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Johnson and J.C. Raulston Arboretum.

Southwest Raleigh
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Downtown Durham

4.5/5(105 area reviews)

Discover a historic district with 97 contributing buildings, showcasing Colonial Revival, Italianate, and Art Deco architecture. Visit notable landmarks like Durham County Courthouse and Carolina Theatre.

Downtown Durham
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Midtown Raleigh

While visiting Midtown Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Lassiter Mill Historic Park and North Hills Shopping Center.

Midtown Raleigh
We got ice over the weekend making these puffy robins stand out against the frozen branches.

North Raleigh

4/5(28 area reviews)

While visiting North Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Lafayette Village and Durant Nature Preserve.

North Raleigh
Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville

Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville

3 out of 5
2001 Hospitality Ct Morrisville NC
The price is SAR 379 per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
SAR 379
SAR 429 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,750 reviews)
Kim was very pleasant and helpful

Reviewed on 5 February 2026

Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville
Hilton Raleigh North Hills

Hilton Raleigh North Hills

3.5 out of 5
3415 Wake Forest Rd Raleigh NC
The price is SAR 427 per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
SAR 427
SAR 484 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,468 reviews)
Everything— checking in/out; the room was great!

Reviewed on 3 February 2026

Hilton Raleigh North Hills
Comfort Inn Raleigh Midtown

Comfort Inn Raleigh Midtown

2.5 out of 5
1001 Wake Towne Dr Raleigh NC
The price is SAR 311 per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
SAR 311
SAR 352 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,361 reviews)
Yes and yes from the start of my check in the staff was amazingly respectful, helpful, very polite. Amd They all communicate with and to you. I love the vibe really positive energy. Also all the housekeepers where very polite respectful, and helpful rooms clean bed sleeps great great breakfast

Reviewed on 4 February 2026

Comfort Inn Raleigh Midtown
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
stayAPT Suites Raleigh Durham RTP

stayAPT Suites Raleigh Durham RTP

2.5 out of 5
1009 Lower Shiloh Way Morrisville NC
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Topgolf Durham and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (146 reviews)
My boyfriend and I had amazing time !!! it felt like we were in our own apartment. The lady at the front desk was nice and helpful (I didn’t get her name). Due to the amazing experience my boyfriend and I will be back again.

Reviewed on 4 January 2026

stayAPT Suites Raleigh Durham RTP
Kasa Village District Raleigh

Kasa Village District Raleigh

4 out of 5
2128 Clark Ave Raleigh NC
Stay at this aparthotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. Popular attractions North Carolina State Fairgrounds and Lenovo Center ...
8/10 Very Good! (60 reviews)
clean room, modern, unique, great location

Reviewed on 11 January 2026

Kasa Village District Raleigh
Forge at Raleigh Iron Works

Forge at Raleigh Iron Works

2.5 out of 5
2221 Iron Works Dr Raleigh NC
Stay at this apartment in Raleigh. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Crabtree Valley Mall and Coastal Credit Union Music ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
The rooms were spotless and clean. It came with amenities that were greatly appreciated. Not to mention the entire hotel room in general was great. Checking in and out was also super easy.

Reviewed on 1 January 2026

Forge at Raleigh Iron Works
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Raleigh

4.3
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
1271
5 - Excellent 45%
4 - Good
1227
4 - Good 43%
3 - Okay
274
3 - Okay 10%
2 - Disappointing
31
2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 1%

4/5 - Good

Ralph

Its better than charlotte

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

It’s a nice place to live but it’s still becoming hard to find housing

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I lived in Raleigh NC for 5 years. I really enjoy living here. It is so much to do In Raleigh NC. It’s becoming very popular place to live.

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

well, I thought it is a great place, but after I visited it i changed my mind. I might stop by Raleigh to get gas on my way to Charlotte. I like Charlotte more it is way better than raleigh

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Raleigh has been growing rapidly and becoming crowded. I still think it’s a lot to do in Raleigh but it’s hard to find affordable housing.

5/5 - Excellent

Christopher

Becoming more populated and growing rapidly. I’ve been in Raleigh NC for 5 years.