I visited the Durham Hilton on business last year and felt that it was just ok. I was back to Durham last month and ended up back at the Hilton again. WOW. The appearance of the lobby has changed (more like home with carpet and furniture - not just a lot of marble) and the new rooms are fantastic. The beds are the best i've slept in ... Westin Heavenly Bed has nothing on the Durham Hilton's new beds! The food and service in their restaurant and bars was true to the Hilton name. I hear that they are doing a drastic remodel to their sports bar. I'll be back in Durham in a few months and can't wait to see a Duke basketball game in the new sports bar (hoping that it is complete). This is without a doubt, the place to stay if traveling into Durham NC.
Pros: the new bed, exceptional service, felt like home
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