Name: SpringHill Suites Durham Chapel Hill
Address: 5310 McFarland Drive, Durham, North Carolina, United States of America, Durham, North Carolina, US
Price range: $142–$263 per night
Rating: 9.02

What guests think

Across recent reviews of SpringHill Suites Durham Chapel Hill, guests praise friendly staff, spacious suites, and a convenient location near UNC, Duke, shopping and dining, while noting occasional facility outages, maintenance hiccups, and parking limitations.

Breakfast is widely appreciated for hot options, though quality, restocking, and crowding vary by day. The split bathroom layout works for some but feels awkward to others, and mattress comfort is mixed. Cleanliness is generally strong, but a few guests reported odors, pests, or missed housekeeping. Expect a practical base for the area, but verify amenity status and room condition.

Facilities

Cleanliness

Rooms

Service

Location

Dining

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Facilities

Indoor pool and hot tub are a plus when open, but guests report periodic closures, cold or green water, and towel shortages; the fitness room is available. Parking can be limited, and laundry and bar experiences were inconsistent.

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Tommy

Feb 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Parking is somewhat limited.

8

Bichlien

Apr 16, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The only complaint is that the hot tub was down. Otherwise we were pretty happy with everything else.

8

angus

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

We stayed for a week. Really enjoyed the stay. Nice facility, great location. Mostly friendly staff… except the least sociable/friendly bartender I’ve ever experienced… read her book behind the bar and acted annoyed every day. ALSO NOTE! This hotel claims to have Kitchenettes. THEY DO NOT! It is a regular mini bar, stocked only with coffee / tea, a mini fridge and microwave.

6

Lauran

Nov 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

All areas of the hotel looked good but the pool was green.

8

Jennifer

Mar 30, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Parking is horrible

10

Hailey

Jul 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything about our stay was amazing. Loved the Hot tub and pool. Plenty of parking and near little boutiques and eateries. The staff was super helpful and friendly.

4

Leah O

Jul 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The only reason I booked at this hotel was for the pool and the hot tub. The pool, hot tub, and fitness room were “temporarily” closed. And of course, I was not able to cancel without still paying for the room. They should be required to post online when they know those amenities are going to be closed for more than 24 hours.

2

Kevin

Nov 14, 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

The staff of this hotel are very friendly and accommodating. The general manager, not so much! None of their washing machines are functioning properly. One is completely out of work the other and just doesn’t spin your clothes dry. On my first visit here three weeks ago, it wasn’t working either. The washers ( when are working) functions with quarters and the dryers usie an app that you have to download. Unfortunately, for me and for them, the minimum deposit to use the app/machine is $25. No thanks. Anyway, when I approached the manager about the situation,i t was clear to me that he couldn’t care less. It was so apparent, in fact that when I met him in the elevator and asked him why a big hotel like that would only have two washers and two dryers for 100 rooms? He’s literally turned his back on me in the elevator facing the corner like the spoiled patulous child that he apparently still is. He put such a bitter taste in my mouth, that, unless in an emergency, I will no longer use The Marriott brand again.

10

Lawrence

May 27, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great hotel, friendly staff, very clean, Hot Tub and pool works and were clean. 2nd time staying here.

10

Michael

Sep 4, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean, new facility, close to hwy, but quiet, right next to shopping and multiple restaurants, room was beautiful, right in between UNC and Duke, loved the breakfast, hot tub, little indoor pool, 24 hr fitness. Great amenities for the price.

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Cleanliness

Most guests describe the property as clean, but several reviews noted lapses such as musty odors, missed housekeeping, leftover items in rooms, or an isolated pest sighting.

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John

Apr 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Checked in on a Friday night and was given room 325, when my son (celebrating his birthday) and I got to the room the door was was open and none of the lights worked. We went downstairs and a very unapologetic desk clerk (male) put us in room 405. We found the heat didn't work very well and had to turn it up to 75 just to keep the room from being too cool. We left for a days worth of activities on Saturday and came back to a room that had not been attended in the least -- beds unmade, no new towels, garbage cans still full. Then, when I wold the receptionist about this on Sunday she said the manager would call be back shortly and he NEVER DID. Just a very bad experience and slipshod management and service. I expected much better!

4

Michael

Jan 4, 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Bathroom and toilet are separate. There was pee everywhere when we walked in.

8

LeCarla

Jun 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel was very nice aesthetically. The amenities were nice and the area was great. However, when entering the hotel there was a musty smell. When we got into our room the smell was worse, mainly inside the closet. We’re also unable to use the shower due to the temp being cold. The shower didn’t even get lukewarm. We called and were given the option to move rooms first thing the next morning. The next morning we received a call and moved. The second room was much better but the smell was still there. I’m assuming the hotel itself just has a bad smell. Aside from that our stay was good. I’d book again if I had to. The service was great!

10

JERI

Sep 3, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Cleanest hotel I have stayed in a long time!

4

Sunghwan

Apr 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Location and staff were good. We changed the room twice because of the room's cleaning condition.

8

Brad

Aug 7, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Room had a pair of men’s underwear behind the TV stand. Kinda gross

10

Allison

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great place to stay. Very clean and the staff was very helpful

10

Melissa

Oct 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Large clean rooms. Super friendly staff. Good breakfast options. Very quiet area. Close to Duke hospital and university

8

Robert

Nov 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was great except the roaches in the room….

4

Laura

Sep 29, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The carpet outside our room needed to be vacuumed but was dirty for the 2 nights of our stay. The room had a musty smell, and smelled strongly of mold when the ventilation system was running. We will not be back.

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Rooms

Suites feature a split bathroom layout that some find awkward, and mattress comfort is mixed. Some rooms feel dated or dark, and a few guests mentioned outside noise.

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Eric

Mar 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff were friendly and accommodating. Room was a good size. Separate shower and toilet arrangement was a little weird. Decor/furniture was a bit dated and there were maintenance issues: sink drains were both slow/backed up easily, shower pressure was mediocre and took a long time to heat up, one of the bathroom light fixtures had fallen out of the ceiling and was hanging by its wires.

8

Rene

Oct 18, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Room layout a bit odd with the small toilet room directly in front of one beds, with tv view that is the bed you need to be in if watching at night. However, nice that toilet is separate from shower/bath Shower had slow drain, and oddly off/on hot water just on one morning. (Weekend stay was 2 nights)

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Matthew

Dec 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beds weren’t very comfortable

10

Joan

Feb 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A perfect stay. Loved that the bathroom was two separate rooms with the toilet by itself. Bed was amazing

10

Candie

Apr 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Street noise

10

Randea

Jul 3, 2025

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Stayed 9 nights

Loved this place but didn’t like the beds as I woke up every morning with my back hurting

8

Kim

Mar 30, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient to UNC, a paper shredding truck parked outside our window all morning for a business across the street shredding papers was one downside. This was somewhat noisy. Our room was located on the second floor, above the courtyard.

10

Cheryl

Feb 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very well appointed hotel. Our room was very nice and appreciated having the toilet area separate from the main bath area. Two separate sitting area’s nice as well.

8

Amanda

Dec 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was great, although quite dark. Normally this wouldn't have been an issue, but I was trying to finish a needlework project. Not a deal breaker unless you want a really bright room. The staff was super friendly and helpful. Great location.

10

Nancy

Aug 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient to restaurants & shopping. Large room , split bathroom, internet access. Overall, very nice!!

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Service

Staff are widely praised as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, with quick check-ins and occasional early check-in. Some guests reported poor follow-up or unhelpful responses, and one noted an unfriendly bartender.

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John

Apr 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Checked in on a Friday night and was given room 325, when my son (celebrating his birthday) and I got to the room the door was was open and none of the lights worked. We went downstairs and a very unapologetic desk clerk (male) put us in room 405. We found the heat didn't work very well and had to turn it up to 75 just to keep the room from being too cool. We left for a days worth of activities on Saturday and came back to a room that had not been attended in the least -- beds unmade, no new towels, garbage cans still full. Then, when I wold the receptionist about this on Sunday she said the manager would call be back shortly and he NEVER DID. Just a very bad experience and slipshod management and service. I expected much better!

10

Joshu

Jun 5, 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

Stay was great. They allowed for a early check-in after a stressfully flight which was amazing. The service was great all around. The environment and area around as great.

10

Colleen

Jan 3, 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Front staff was amazing

6

Kiara

Mar 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The set up of the bathrooms in the hotel is very nice. Almost all the amenities were functional and usable, except the outdoor fire pit, which I understand cannot be operated in rainy weather. Mattresses are super uncomfortable and caused my spouse and I great pain. We tried to use a gaming console for a streaming service and was having a very difficult time trying to adjust the volume of it no matter which remote was used to do so. Front desk seemed rather apathetic about our concerns. Then when we were sleeping at 8:45AM today, housekeeping tried to break down our door when we had the do not disturb sign hanging on the handle right outside it. Had it not been deadbolt locked, I’m sure they would’ve barged in on us while one of us sleeps completely naked! These are the only big issues we had throughout this trip. Word of advice: please do not send housekeeping to our door TWO TO THREE HOURS before checkout!

8

angus

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

We stayed for a week. Really enjoyed the stay. Nice facility, great location. Mostly friendly staff… except the least sociable/friendly bartender I’ve ever experienced… read her book behind the bar and acted annoyed every day. ALSO NOTE! This hotel claims to have Kitchenettes. THEY DO NOT! It is a regular mini bar, stocked only with coffee / tea, a mini fridge and microwave.

8

carrie

Jun 26, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Overall nice property. Nice free daily hot daily breakfast. Upon arrival front desk staff woman was very rude

10

Kerline

May 23, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great stay! Joe, at the front desk, went above & beyond! His professionalism was greatly appreciated!

10

Ungelia

Jul 29, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Front desk staff was very courteous & hospitable. She did an incredible job of answering questions & caring about our visit to and stay in Durham. The cleaning staff was thorough and friendly. As we were walking by rooms the housekeeping staff were cleaning, we saw one vacuuming the floor and another lifting the sofa pillows, vacuuming and cleaning underneath. I was happy to know they take the time to thoroughly clean & not just say or pretend they do. I slept on one of their sofa beds just the night before, so it was a greater feeling of assurance having seen them clean.

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Kevin

Nov 14, 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

The staff of this hotel are very friendly and accommodating. The general manager, not so much! None of their washing machines are functioning properly. One is completely out of work the other and just doesn’t spin your clothes dry. On my first visit here three weeks ago, it wasn’t working either. The washers ( when are working) functions with quarters and the dryers usie an app that you have to download. Unfortunately, for me and for them, the minimum deposit to use the app/machine is $25. No thanks. Anyway, when I approached the manager about the situation,i t was clear to me that he couldn’t care less. It was so apparent, in fact that when I met him in the elevator and asked him why a big hotel like that would only have two washers and two dryers for 100 rooms? He’s literally turned his back on me in the elevator facing the corner like the spoiled patulous child that he apparently still is. He put such a bitter taste in my mouth, that, unless in an emergency, I will no longer use The Marriott brand again.

10

Carrie

Sep 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly, helpful staff

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Location

Highly convenient for UNC, Duke, and I-40, with many restaurants and shops within walking distance; several guests felt safe and found the area quiet. There was one report of multiple vehicle break-ins.

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Brad

Oct 9, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

My vehicle was broken into along with 11 other vehicles the first night I stayed. Nice hotel but not worth driving home 8 hours without a drivers window.

10

Jeff

Jul 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Location

10

CETIN

Aug 18, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The area was great, lots of choices to eat and shop. The good thing is all the food places are in walking distance. The Hotel was clean and nice!

10

James

Sep 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, numerous dining options near by.

10

Susan

Nov 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect location near UNC

10

Mark

Jan 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very convenient and close to major highways. Suite was very comfortable. Breakfast selection was very good.

10

Richard

Apr 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Safe and quiet

8

Ericka

Apr 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent location

10

Bridgit

Apr 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great convenience to Duke University Hospital

10

Erica

Feb 16, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great Marriott and great location close to the highway. I was traveling alone and felt safe. The property was clean and breakfast was good. The staff was very friendly!

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Dining

The free hot breakfast is frequently praised for variety and taste. However, quality and restocking can be inconsistent, it can get crowded, and one review cited a sanitation concern.

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Joanne

May 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Springhill Suites was very clean and staff was courteous. This location is within walking distance to DPAC where we attended a concert. Unfortunately most of the breakfast food was gone when we wanted to eat at @ 9:30 am.

10

James

Apr 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice stay. Nice full breakfast 😋 with stay

10

Mark

Jan 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very convenient and close to major highways. Suite was very comfortable. Breakfast selection was very good.

6

Emily

Apr 14, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The property seemed old and worn. Breakfast was mediocre at best.

8

Roger

Jul 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast was minimal and and not high quality, breakfast potatoes were terrible

10

Deborah

Jan 12, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Love this hotel for style, comfort and friendly service. Breakfast is always hot and delicious with lots of choices.

10

Annmarie

May 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Well kept, conveniently located. Great breakfast selection with allergy conscious choices.

8

Joe

Dec 30, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Enjoyed our three night stay. Staff was very helpful and courteous! Breakfast was good, but crowded when we ate. Room was adequate.

8

Stephen

Nov 28, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Please tell the Hispanic gentleman who assists with breakfast, it’s not sanitary to push the trash down and then go stir one of the entrees with same hand. Now the serving utilize is contaminated. It’s striking he wasn’t trained in the sanitary upkeep of a buffet station.

10

Destynee

Oct 13, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

This hotel was so clean. The staff was really friendly and the breakfast was great. Bonus points for there being turkey sausage. This location is only 10 minutes away from Chapel Hill which had a great bar scene since it’s so close to campus. Will come back in the future

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Month	Average price
January	$120
February	$129
March	$132
April	$158
May	$135
June	$134
July	$134
August	$135
September	$155
October	$178
November	$152
December	$122

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $191	2 $263	3
4 $205	5 $143	6 $144	7 $153	8 $174	9 $206	10 $207
11 $143	12 $143	13 $143	14 $148	15 $196	16	17
18 $143	19 $148	20 $143	21 $158	22 $174	23	24
25 $179	26 $170	27 $144	28 $148	29 $143	30 $257	31 $256

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16	17 $142	18 $172	19 $174
20 $144	21 $144	22 $143	23 $144	24 $157	25 $175	26 $173
27 $143	28 $143	29 $143	30 $144

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Suite, Multiple Beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Hearing Accessible (Accessible Bathtub)

Suite, Multiple Beds, Hearing Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

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