Name: Red Roof Inn Chapel Hill - UNC
Address: 5623 Chapel Hill Boulevard, Durham, North Carolina, United States of America, Durham, North Carolina, US
Price range: $65–$106 per night
Rating: 6.93

What guests think

Red Roof Inn Chapel Hill - UNC is a budget, no-frills stopover where some guests find clean, comfortable basics at a low price, while others encounter problems that affect cleanliness, maintenance, service responsiveness, or the usefulness of amenities.

Cleanliness is inconsistent, with some clean stays but many reports of musty or smoke odors, mold or mildew, stained tubs or linens, hair, and occasional bugs. Rooms tend to be small and dated, with recurring maintenance issues (AC or heat not working, broken fixtures, poor lighting), thin walls, and basic amenities with no breakfast and lobby coffee only. The location is convenient to I‑40 and area venues by car, though some guests felt uneasy about activity in parking areas; staff are often friendly, but front‑desk availability and check‑in responsiveness can be hit‑or‑miss. Expect a simple, car‑convenient stay when price matters most.

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Facilities

Amenities are limited: no breakfast, lobby coffee only, and many rooms lack in-room coffee makers. Some equipment (laundry or the ice machine) was reported out of service at times; parking is easy and the property is pet-friendly.

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Keith

Nov 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Parking was fine. This was the first hotel/motel I've stayed in that didn't have a coffee maker in the room. I liked the price but I would have paid an extra couple bucks if to have a coffee maker in my room.

10

Cathy

Jun 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was very nice area with trees around it. Pet friendly, very good snacks and drinks selections. It has a washer and dryer. The staff was friendly. Will stay again when I go back to Durham NC.

6

Paul

Sep 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is showing it's age. The room was small and the bathroom/shower tiny. The light over the sink area did not work so we had to move a lamp over to it. No amenities.

2

Azazul

Mar 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

There is no lounge, no water, not bright enough, no breakfast and also pricey.

8

Sonja

Nov 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Needed amenities (microwave and mini fridge), but lacks coffee pot, so it requires a stop at the front office for coffee (which is somewhat inconvenient).

6

GEORGE

Oct 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy parking, secure. 2 night stay, room not cleaned except refreshed towels.

6

Carolyn

Apr 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

An adequate back up plan when Chapel Hill hotels are mostly sold out but this hotel is very basic and dated with some minor maintenance issues. Coffee is available in the mornings in the lobby but it tends to run out and not be refilled. There is no hair dryer in the room but one can be borrowed at the desk if available. It is just off the highway so there is road noise. No elevator but it’s not very tall. Well-insulated windows do a good job even when ice crystals form on them outside. It has a picnic table in a stand of trees but I didn’t feel comfortable sitting outside there. People were loitering outside the time I considered it, and the road noise keeps that from seeming peaceful.

2

Diane

Jul 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel is disgusting & Expedia should not even partner with it. The first room (113) was so coated with filth that I was afraid to touch anything. Light over sink broken, AC broken, room phone broken, no hair dryer. Moved to Rm 234- still very dirty, no hair dryer (office finally found one for me to use), threadbare towels, no Kleenex, furniture battered. The only hotel ice machine was broken for 2 days, as well as the washer & dryer. Misrepresented online. I asked for refund after seeing the rooms, but was told "non-refundable" because I booked via Expedia. I realize Red Roof Inn is a budget-friendly hotel, but for $100/night one should expect at least basic cleanliness & functioning and basic hotel amenities like hair dryer and tissues.

10

Carl

May 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Apparently I am required to put something here. This is a budget property, and you should be aware of what you are purchasing. If you want the Ritz, pay for the Ritz. This was exactly what I needed. So far, it seems likely to be quiet, despite proximity to the Highway. I could tell it had been recently cleaned/sanitized as soon as I opened the door, and there is no stench of cigarettes - direct or attempting to be hidden.

4

Alexander

Oct 9, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It’s not possible to use their laundromat

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is inconsistent: while several guests found rooms clean, many reported odors, mold/mildew, stained tubs or linens, hair, and occasional bugs. Housekeeping lapses and missed details were also mentioned.

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John

Oct 20, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Check in for the hotel looked like some kind of prison visitation. Roaches and ants in our room. Loudness all around woke the kids up. Will never stay here again!

2

Silvia

May 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

No clean!!

2

Jacob

Oct 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Absolutely disgusting. Bugs in the light in the ceiling, horrible smell that smelled like mold/mustyness, the bed felt like cardboard that you sank into, the mirror was sideways, the bathtub stained, and there was hair on the bed sheets. And they declined a refund when we checked out 30 minutes later for our two day stay. We will never book again. Also, don’t book through hotels.com because they will only go to the hotel asking for permission to refund which will be denied.

4

Craig

May 7, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Room smelled of cigarettes and pillows were dirty. Otherwise an ok stay.

4

Lori

Apr 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Bugs dirty blankets tv not working

6

Gene

May 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Average Hotel/Motel. Mildew smell and mildew in the bathroom. Beds were rough but you get what you pay for I guess.

4

Jose

May 9, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Dirty! Mold on ceiling in bathrooms. Also, bathrooms, carpet and blankets had burn stains. Abandoned dirty cars on property. Never will i return!

2

Zachary

Mar 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

No staff on site, had to wait to check in. Staff was gone again shortly after i checked in. Toom was disgusting, looked like it hadn't been swept/vacuumed in ages. Appeared to be blood on the floor by the front door. Hair and dirt on the shower walls. Blankets and sheets were dirty. Saving the best for last, the room had what i see as a pretty serious bedbug infestation.

2

Louise

May 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My handicapped room was malodorous and sticky. The sink light did not work. The fan in the bathroom was incredibly noisy as was the AC. The towels and soap were like prisoner supplies. The baseboards and floor were all bashed up. The room has not had new carpet or paint it appears for years. It had a very high ICK factor. They made you sign some no smoking agreement you needed a microscope to read.

2

Kristina

May 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I had to pay $250 a night for this hotel due to a nearby college graduation. It was ridiculous. When we checked in, we were given a key to a room that had not been cleaned. The front desk was accommodating and gave us a new room. However, it was not clean and it smelled. There was hair in the bathtub, toothpaste in the sink, and black flecks of something on the bathroom door. I understand that the facilities may be managed by a corporate office, but a clean room is within the control of the people who run this hotel. I would not recommend staying here.

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Rooms

Rooms are small and dated with recurring maintenance issues (AC or heat not working, broken fixtures, poor lighting) and thin walls; amenities are basic. Several guests found mattresses or pillows uncomfortable, though others felt the rooms were adequate for a quick sleep.

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Paul

Sep 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is showing it's age. The room was small and the bathroom/shower tiny. The light over the sink area did not work so we had to move a lamp over to it. No amenities.

2

Cookie

Jun 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

They have the worst beds ever!!!

6

William

Feb 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The heater didn't work in the room.

4

Demetria

Mar 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was basically a dive . Small holes / cracks on wall over floor , window was cracked and taped . It was clean and quiet but cosmetically needed work .

8

Chase

Feb 2, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Accessible room was very good. HVAC unit seemed regulated at 74 with no ability to change

6

Wayne

Jan 20, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This is small, so small EVEN FOR RED ROOF INN!!! No mini fridge, no tv channel options, walls so thin you can heat the tv next door TOO MUCH. very disappointed.

2

Darcie

Oct 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

As soon as we pulled in a gentleman was yelling that somebody tried to steal his jeep off a trailer and how dangerous it was around the area. It had a horrible smell and felt dirty. The light didn’t work properly above the sink (would randomly turn off and not turn back on), the tub was stained and the bathroom door looked like it had been chewed on. The smoke alarm was missing. It was NOT worth $125.

6

KEVIN

Sep 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

My expectations weren't high since it was under $100 for the night. Room/hotels was run down, but clean and the staff was nice. Upon check-in, the room was very hot and the A/C blew out hot air. They got me another room. That room was cool, but the A/C was loud. Again - expectations weren't high due to the cost. Thanks.

8

Tom

Jun 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Fast efficient check in. Clean room and bath. Only reason I gave 4 stars was the bed. Cheap and lumpy w no support. My backs been hurting all day! But had a microwave,fridge and safe. Another negative is no coffee in room. Overall a nice clean inexpensive room.

6

Katherine

Mar 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The whole place could use some updating. The ceiling in the bathroom was stained and damaged. There were spots on the floor that looked like dried blood. The in-room safe was not working.

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Service

Service is mixed: many praise friendly, accommodating staff and fast check-in, but others report long waits, nobody at the desk, communication barriers, or difficulty resolving issues and refunds.

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Darryl

Oct 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly and courteous staff. Rooms clean and comfortable beds.

8

Laura

Aug 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The manager on duty was great! I really appreciated the help he provided. Pleasant stay, thank you.

8

Megan

Jan 23, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Every time i went to the office to tell them about broken stuff, no on was ever in the office. So i just had to deal with it all weekend long.

8

Nancy

Oct 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Front desk personnel didn’t speak English very well , difficult to understand

10

Deborah

Oct 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was very nice, clean lots of parking. Front desk people very friendly and helpful

4

JOE

Jul 17, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

No one there at check in time. Door was locked with a note on it saying they’d be back shortly. Note had a phone # to call for assistance. It didn’t work!!!

10

Laquanda

Sep 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The customer service was fast and excellent

10

Alayna

Jan 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Front desk service was great! Staff was nice, professional and quick check-in. It was quiet around the hotel and it was very clean in the room. There was a little trash in the woods around the hotel. Overall great stay.

2

Randy

Nov 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was terrible. Very poor service

6

Gloria

Aug 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

When I arrived, there was nobody at the front desk. It took quite a while to check in, and I had to do it through a tiny little window. When I was leaving, there was again nobody at the front desk and nobody answered the bell. I was unable to get a cup of coffee. This will never be my first choice of a place to stay.

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Location

Convenient by car near I-40 and between Chapel Hill and Durham, with easy access to venues and shopping. Walkability is limited, and some guests noted unease about activity in parking areas at night.

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Andrew

Oct 15, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Solid RRI-type of place. Other than unkempt look and some noise from reno, it was as expected. Staff was friendly and helpful. Some traffic noise, b/c right next to intersection of 2 busy thoroughfares -- I-40 and Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd. No eateries w/in walking distance.

10

Magnolia

Jul 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was very close to our concert venue and was perfect just for a pop in to rest instead of driving home after the concert

10

William

Apr 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice quiet room. Near Cats Cradle which was what I was looking for at a decent rate.

8

Terry

Apr 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice and clean rooms. A little cramped but easy access to chapel hill.

8

Nadia

Jul 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I needed a room to rest and sleep for one night due to my son having a college visit. The room provided gave me that, easy to find and not noisy at all.

8

Chhaya

May 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It is conveniently located off the exit. Perfect for overnight stay

4

Dr. Sean

May 13, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

This is the kind of place where people stay for the night, not 3-4 day trip. However, the location is very good for access to Durham and Chapel Hill. Nothing much in walking distance.

8

Michael

Jun 11, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Dated property but the price is correct. Noisily on the front side, but the room smelled clean (not musty) and I would rebook another stay. Woods and pavilion close, so the backside is tranquil.

8

ROBERT

Apr 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great location

10

William

Oct 12, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Convenient location, clean and comfortable, quiet.

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Dining

No breakfast is offered; coffee is available in the lobby, and many rooms have no in-room coffee maker. Nearby dining is limited on foot but reachable by car, and the lobby coffee sometimes runs out.

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Azazul

Mar 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

There is no lounge, no water, not bright enough, no breakfast and also pricey.

10

Tyesha

Dec 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I had an excellent stay at the hotel. The only thing i had an issue with was the fact that there aren't many food options in the area. Also make sure to have the $50 cash deposit when you check in. The front desk clerk is really nice. I would stay there again.

8

Sonja

Nov 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Needed amenities (microwave and mini fridge), but lacks coffee pot, so it requires a stop at the front office for coffee (which is somewhat inconvenient).

6

Carolyn

Apr 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

An adequate back up plan when Chapel Hill hotels are mostly sold out but this hotel is very basic and dated with some minor maintenance issues. Coffee is available in the mornings in the lobby but it tends to run out and not be refilled. There is no hair dryer in the room but one can be borrowed at the desk if available. It is just off the highway so there is road noise. No elevator but it’s not very tall. Well-insulated windows do a good job even when ice crystals form on them outside. It has a picnic table in a stand of trees but I didn’t feel comfortable sitting outside there. People were loitering outside the time I considered it, and the road noise keeps that from seeming peaceful.

6

John

Feb 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Older Red Roof Inn. No security lights on at elevator corridor; elevator not in pristine condition; king bed very uncomfortable, have a backache today from same; shower leaked, very little pressure; auxiliary shower head did not work. So much water had leaked that drywall had rotted, and pole behind same was rusted out...continental breakfast was only coffee...NOTHING ELSE!!! parking okay; grocery store baskets for carts; Ac/Heat unit unclean, full of dirt and lord know what else... Desk clerks were not very friendly

10

Carl

May 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Apparently I am required to put something here. This is a budget property, and you should be aware of what you are purchasing. If you want the Ritz, pay for the Ritz. This was exactly what I needed. So far, it seems likely to be quiet, despite proximity to the Highway. I could tell it had been recently cleaned/sanitized as soon as I opened the door, and there is no stench of cigarettes - direct or attempting to be hidden.

4

Dr. Sean

May 13, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

This is the kind of place where people stay for the night, not 3-4 day trip. However, the location is very good for access to Durham and Chapel Hill. Nothing much in walking distance.

4

Gary

Jan 19, 2023

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Stayed 19,375 nights

There was no counter top in the bathroom to put personal items on. The hangers were mounted to low 4’ high. There was no TV listing sheet and the TV remote didn’t work too well. No mini breakfast just coffee.

8

Kent

Nov 6, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The location is close to restaurants but driving is required. The Chapel Hill/Durham highway is fairly busy particularly during the rush hours. The motel exterior is appealing however the rooms could use some renovation.

4

Bianca

May 12, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

It was definitely overprized for this Red Roof Inn! No coffee in the morning! Smoke Free Hotel and it seemed to be that almost everbody smoked in front of the door. A lot of dog barking in the morning. Bed was soooo soft.

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Month	Average price
January	$69
February	$70
March	$69
April	$76
May	$95
June	$73
July	$65
August	$65
September	$82
October	$85
November	$79
December	$66

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
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6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14 $67	15 $67	16 $67	17 $66	18 $71	19 $71
20 $66	21 $66	22 $71	23 $71	24 $71	25 $76	26 $82
27 $71	28 $69	29 $65	30 $68

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $70	2 $104	3 $104
4 $74	5 $70	6 $70	7 $70	8 $71	9 $83	10 $83
11 $71	12 $71	13 $71	14 $71	15 $71	16 $86	17 $85
18 $70	19 $71	20 $71	21 $71	22 $71	23 $105	24 $105
25 $71	26 $71	27 $71	28 $71	29 $71	30 $106	31 $105

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed ()

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