First built in 1989, the original facility served Duke University's Fuqua School of Business for dining and accommodations needs for the Executive MBA students and non-degree program guests. The property was completely renovated in 2016, including an expansion of an additional 85 guest rooms and a 5,400 square foot ballroom, as well as additional meeting spaces.
The namesake of the hotel is James Buchanan "J.B." Duke, the son of Washington Duke for whom the university was named and one of the most successful industrialists of the 20th century. In 1924, J.B. Duke established The Duke Endowment and transformed Durham's Trinity College into Duke University, today one of the world's leading institutions of higher education and health.
The namesake of the hotel is James Buchanan "J.B." Duke, the son of Washington Duke for whom the university was named and one of the most successful industrialists of the 20th century. In 1924, J.B. Duke established The Duke Endowment and transformed Durham's Trinity College into Duke University, today one of the world's leading institutions of higher education and health.
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The Corner King Guestroom at the JB Duke Hotel offers spacious and contemporary accommodations (435 square feet), featuring two walls of windows as well as a plush king-size bed. Warm neutral tones accented by the deep blue hues of Duke University's palette complement a casual sitting area and large desk, providing space to unwind after a day of sightseeing or business meetings.
Here at the JB Duke Hotel, guests will find an exceptional array of amenities and modern conveniences, ensuring a pleasant and comfortable stay. Fitness Center will be cleaned and sanitized frequently, especially during high use periods. All equipment will be spaced appropriately to adhere to physical distancing guidelines.
MarketPlace offers convenient, quick service selections for guests whether you're in need of a light bite to start your day or seeking a spirited atmosphere and casual fare to connect with peers in the evening. In the morning, MarketPlace features both "Grab and Go" items as well served hot breakfast entrees -all complemented by barista service that can whip up an espresso, cappuccino and other coffee shop favorites.
From group accommodations and meeting space to technology and dining, meeting planning at JB Duke Hotel is made easy with meeting packages. Designed to fit your program's goals and agenda, meeting packages combine all the elements of your event to ensure your success. Allow our experienced team to customize your event whether you are preparing for a weeklong program or a one-day session.
With a convenient location on the campus of Duke University, the JB Duke Hotel is the perfect home base for exploring the Research Triangle area. The diverse academic and professional population of the Triangle fosters a myriad of cultural and recreational activities as well as special events, including some of the finest collegiate sports teams found anywhere.
Reviews (23)
Bridgeway Inn
Dec 06, 2021
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Lin Roman
Oct 18, 2021
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Although this is a beautiful hotel done in a very contemporary style with no expense spared on decor, it was one of the worst hotel experiences I’ve ever had in regard to the lack of amenities such as no inroom movies, there was no channel guide in the room nor any type of directory with room service information nor any information regarding services provided by the hotel. The refrigerator in the room was fairly warm most of the time, and the worst part of the what is it what is the absolutely horrible quality of the room service and restaurant food. Someone put a lot of money into the decor
Bling Queen Allure
Aug 06, 2021
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Rebecca McCoy
May 24, 2021
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Nice place but curiously lacking some basic amenities for a four star hotel. Has a refrigerator, but no microwave. No stockpile of plasticware or anything like that, just the mini fridge (empty) and a coffee maker and the usual ice bucket with a couple glasses and some coffee stirrers.
I'm told the fitness room was decent. The restaurant sent food up to the room at our request, which was nice, but there are no options to get food from the hotel that we were aware of after 9:30 pm other than going out to get food or call for delivery from somewhere. Breakfast is pricey, as is pretty much everything
I'm told the fitness room was decent. The restaurant sent food up to the room at our request, which was nice, but there are no options to get food from the hotel that we were aware of after 9:30 pm other than going out to get food or call for delivery from somewhere. Breakfast is pricey, as is pretty much everything
Danielle Allen
May 23, 2021
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There was no valet parking which was disappointing considering I traveled with someone who is in a wheelchair. The path from the parking garage to the hotel was long and winding, not ideal for someone in a wheelchair. Additionally, there were holes in our bed linens, the arm chair was covered in long blonde hair, and the table on which we received our room service orders on was dirty. There were a plethora of other issues but I will not return. This was my first time visiting this hotel and I was hopeful that based on the price it’d be nice. I am extremely disappointed. I do not like to leave
Brian Burnette
Apr 20, 2021
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Heather H.
Mar 09, 2021
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I LOVE THIS HOTEL. It is very modern and CLEAN. It is so spacious and the ambiance is warm. The gym is always clean and the views are relaxing. The food is really good and they have a great breakfast selection. The staff is phenomenal. I am a Marriott Bonvoy member and this is THE ONLY hotel I break my loyalty to Marriott for lol. Highly recommend.
Ross Twiddy
Jun 04, 2020
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Outstanding location given its close proximity to the hospital and college. So nice to be able to walk around with a small family.
Room service was timely and delicious. The outside patio was perfect to eat in a safe environment.
The folks were consistently friendly throughout the hotel. Bella and Glenn especially. Great hospitality.
We really appreciate and respect all the extra precautions and steps they are taking during Covid.
Really like this place and is our top choice for the area.
Room service was timely and delicious. The outside patio was perfect to eat in a safe environment.
The folks were consistently friendly throughout the hotel. Bella and Glenn especially. Great hospitality.
We really appreciate and respect all the extra precautions and steps they are taking during Covid.
Really like this place and is our top choice for the area.
Theresa M.
Aug 14, 2019
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Maggie H.
Aug 14, 2019
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From the moment we arrived they made us feel like the most important people they'd see that day. Every staff member we encountered the whole weekend made us feel right at home. The room was spotless and came with plush bathrobes a mini bar and cozy seating. Finally a hotel with quality pillows!!
This was a staycation for our 15 year anniversary. We had more plans in downtown Durham, which is just around the corner, but the hotel was so lovely we decided to relax there instead.
The restaurant/bar/lounge area was such a relaxing place to have a cocktail and do some people watching. We enjoyed
This was a staycation for our 15 year anniversary. We had more plans in downtown Durham, which is just around the corner, but the hotel was so lovely we decided to relax there instead.
The restaurant/bar/lounge area was such a relaxing place to have a cocktail and do some people watching. We enjoyed
Brandi G.
Jun 10, 2019
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The rooms were nice and the inside is very modern. You drive up though and it looks veryyyyyy interesting. More like an abandoned office building versus a hotel. Not a great view either.
The front staff was a little rude too when we called to ask if there was a late checkout option "WE NEVER GIVE LATE CHECKOUTS!!!" Okay fine. ;)
It's just a few miles to downtown Durham though so a cheap rate and cheap uber. Would stay there again.
The front staff was a little rude too when we called to ask if there was a late checkout option "WE NEVER GIVE LATE CHECKOUTS!!!" Okay fine. ;)
It's just a few miles to downtown Durham though so a cheap rate and cheap uber. Would stay there again.
Allie J.
Jun 04, 2019
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I stayed here with my mom for a girls getaway night. The hotel is on the edge of Duke's campus so there wasn't any ruckus from college kids thankfully. It's a quick drive to downtown Durham. The rooms are large and well laid out. The bed was comfortable and I slept well.
We did the Summer Staycation package which came with dinner and breakfast. The dinner was excellent and made up for what the rest of the visit lacked. We ordered cocktails, crab bisque, and pasta with summer vegetables. The food was delicious and our server Dyonous was funny, kind, and professional. I would have
We did the Summer Staycation package which came with dinner and breakfast. The dinner was excellent and made up for what the rest of the visit lacked. We ordered cocktails, crab bisque, and pasta with summer vegetables. The food was delicious and our server Dyonous was funny, kind, and professional. I would have
Lesley L.
Mar 12, 2019
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My sister stayed overnight recently, so we met in the bar area for a drink before and after a Duke basketball game. We had good service, considering the bid crowd, and the drinks were fine. It was an energetic atmosphere, with lots of seating and several televisions around. I never saw a room, but my sister enjoyed her stay.
Kyle K.
Feb 25, 2019
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Douglas A.
Nov 08, 2018
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I have stayed here numerous times and I always leave with a smile on my face and anticipation over my next visit! Duke has a number of on or nearby hotel options but I find the JB Duke to be both a good value and in a super location. It is steps from the Fuqua School of Business, Duke Law, and the Sanford School of Public Policy. It is also near Cameron Indoor Stadium and Wallace Wade Football Stadium. It is easy to get in and out of if you are going anywhere in the triangle. The lobby is huge with lots of seating and a bar. You can also get food there on a limited menu. Not as fancy as
Zac F.
Jul 07, 2018
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Top marks for this hotel all around. The lobby is visually stunning. Rooms are comfortable and modern. The location is waking distance to explore the campus. All of the staff is incredibly friendly and I'd like to specifically recognize Glenn at the front desk for his kind and professional demeanor. The in hotel restaurant exceeded our expectations and even had gluten free bread options (which was a nice treat for our son).
We had a great stay and would highly recommend this hotel if you are looking for a quality place to stay in the area.
We had a great stay and would highly recommend this hotel if you are looking for a quality place to stay in the area.
Brenae L.
Jun 06, 2018
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JB Duke Hotel is a super sleek hotel on the Duke campus, making it walking distance for the on-campus coffee shop, Chapel and bookstore if you want to explore campus.
The rooms were nicely sized and amenities were overall, fine. My biggest complaint is that we weren't able to get our trash emptied, even after calling the front desk twice. While I was only there for three days, two of them smelled like my leftover BBQ.
I'd definitely stay again, the location on campus really can't be beat.
The rooms were nicely sized and amenities were overall, fine. My biggest complaint is that we weren't able to get our trash emptied, even after calling the front desk twice. While I was only there for three days, two of them smelled like my leftover BBQ.
I'd definitely stay again, the location on campus really can't be beat.
Marc W.
May 11, 2018
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Conveniently located on the Duke University campus, the grounds are impeccable with great access. There is one primary restaurant in the hotel which offers a large variety of options for breakfast and a bar on the 3rd floor (primary floor of the hotel) that seems large in relation to the properties size. Housekeeping was sub-par at best. I think they cleaned my bathroom with (someone else's) dirty towels because I found a ton of long hairs in my sink and floor.....my head is practically shaved. It was very gross. I put the "do-not-disturb" on my door and didn't allow them to
Christie B.
Apr 22, 2018
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This place is posh. Very posh. Very polished and clean and modern. The exterior reminds me of some fancy campus administrative building, but when you walk inside, it's a different world. Our room was fantastic, very fancy and comfortable with gorgeous furniture and finishings. The rest of the hotel was just as nice. We ate two meals here for our wedding weekend visit, and I'm pleased to say that the food and service were excellent.
Barry F.
Apr 21, 2018
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JD Duke Hotel is right in the heart of the business area (Fuqua school of business). It's super convenient for access to many of Duke's buildings, Chapel (about a three block walk) and bookstore.
The hotel itself is very pleasant. Staff is friendly and helpful. Housekeeping takes care of the rooms well and in general the rooms are very comfortable with good amenities (coffee maker, plenty of power outlets, good toiletries).
It would be nice if there were a real refrigerator in the room instead of a pseudo-fridge/mini bar. There's room to hold a few extra cans of soda/water but
The hotel itself is very pleasant. Staff is friendly and helpful. Housekeeping takes care of the rooms well and in general the rooms are very comfortable with good amenities (coffee maker, plenty of power outlets, good toiletries).
It would be nice if there were a real refrigerator in the room instead of a pseudo-fridge/mini bar. There's room to hold a few extra cans of soda/water but
Andre M.
Nov 20, 2017
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I've only been here once and it was during Duke football game day. This hotel has the look of a chic NYC hotel if not better. Very modern, clean, and close to the football and basketball stadiums. Lots of meeting rooms on the first floor to accommodate organizational meetings. The Marketplace has a surprisingly wonderful selection of food including vegetarian pasta options. Lost if flavorful meats such as Andouille, Bratwurst, Cajun chicken, just to name a few. There's a bar on the first and season floor but serving your standard drinks and a mix of local NC favorites. Ambience and vibe
Hema P.
Jun 21, 2017
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Stayed here for my cousin's wedding and we loved it. It was probably 80 of us here at this hotel and we had no complaints. Hotel is new, clean and the staff are friendly. They were very accommodating. There is a shuttle that took us to most surrounding places.
I didn't eat breakfast here so can't comment on that though I heard it could be better. I wish they had a pool, but that's about it.
I would definitely come back and would recommend this place to others.
I didn't eat breakfast here so can't comment on that though I heard it could be better. I wish they had a pool, but that's about it.
I would definitely come back and would recommend this place to others.
C.-J. F.
Feb 22, 2017
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First off, I'm a HUGE SPG snob so am always leery when I must stay at a non-SPG property.
That said...
I had the pleasure of staying at the JB Duke for three nights as my company was having a meeting in one of their lovely Board Rooms. We arrived during the opening night party and was immediately taken by how beautiful the property is: from the stunning lobby, to the onsite restaurant to the lovely outdoor spaces. This of it as a really high end Westin with extreme attention to detail - just ask someone on the team there about the carpets!
I believe I was the first person to stay in my
That said...
I had the pleasure of staying at the JB Duke for three nights as my company was having a meeting in one of their lovely Board Rooms. We arrived during the opening night party and was immediately taken by how beautiful the property is: from the stunning lobby, to the onsite restaurant to the lovely outdoor spaces. This of it as a really high end Westin with extreme attention to detail - just ask someone on the team there about the carpets!
I believe I was the first person to stay in my
