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Americas Best Value Carolina Duke Inn

2517 Guess Road, Durham, NC 27705
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Americas Best Value Carolina Duke Inn
Ranked #57 of 66 hotels in Durham
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Chattanooga, Tennessee
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9 reviews 9 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 November 2012

Cheap enough, but you get what you pay for. I have stayed in worse and better for the money. Rooms are pretty worn. Somewhat clean. (Its not a Best Western) But its worth the money, about $52.00 thru Pricelne. Matress is comfortable, TV channels, adequate, micro fridge in the room. Traveling cheap, go for it.

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 November 2012 via mobile

My fiancee and i stayed here for one night the room was terriable it wouldnt even lock I was told we could have cats with a small fee we only have 2 they told me it was no pets allowed even though in the rooms it says that there are the guy they have working in the front is so... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 June 2012

This Place Is The worst Place to stay. They have bed bugs they have shortages in there rooms and roaches everywhere mold and mildew PLEASE DON'T STAY HERE YOU WILL WASTE YOUR MONEY AND THEY WONT GIVE YOUR MONEY BACK TO GO FIND A BETTER HOTEL EITHER THIS IS THE WORST MISTAKE WE HAVE MADE.............Druggies running free in the parking... More

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Potomac, Maryland
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 September 2011

Where to begin....took about 30 minutes for us to get checked in at the front desk (Indian guy has no idea whats going on). While waiting we notice the sketchy people floating around the parking lot without cars...pregnant women, old black men with their son, white trashy looking people, Mexicans with white vans. Finally get into our room (thank god... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 July 2011

We didn't get to say actually. First room smelled like sour milk and mold. Second room had a broken door. Third room was already OCCUPIED! Forth and last room we tried was a smoking room even though the hotel insisted it wasn't. We left to go someplace else.

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abvidurham, Manager at Americas Best Value Carolina Duke Inn, responded to this review
11 October 2012

Dear wlgiradio, Thank you for sharing a review with us. I am sorry to hear about the negative experience you encountered with us. I am sorry that we could not meet your expectations. Regards, Kaupind-GM Americas Best Value Inn-Durham, NC More

Fairmont, North Carolina
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2011

This hotel had multiple women who were soliciting men ALL Night Long!, The Pizza Delivery Guy wouldn't deliver there, unitil I promised him a hefty tip (not kidding), abandoned cars, drivers continouosly cruising the parking lot at slow speeds interested in what I don't know...? The room stated no smoking, but reaked of cigarettes and beer, the towels were clean,... More

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abvidurham, Owner at Americas Best Value Carolina Duke Inn, responded to this review
25 May 2011

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for taking the time to communicate to us why our service and amenities did not meet your expectations. We wish to address your needs and provide the best solution available to resolve your issue as soon as possible. We will further evaluate how we can prevent this problem from occurring again in the future. Please... More

Ardmore, Pennsylvania
1 review
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 December 2010

The rooms were okay. The staff was nice but could not help us turn off the flashing red light on the phone despite multiple requests. If breakfast is important to you, don't stay here. It was Cheerios, Rice Krispies, and white bread. Bed was a little soft but okay. Room was supposed to be non-smoking, but there was still a... More

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abvidurham, Owner at Americas Best Value Carolina Duke Inn, responded to this review
25 May 2011

Dear Valued Guest: Thank you for taking time to share a review about our hotel. We are happy to know you enjoyed our friendly staff. We take great pride in exceeding guest expectations. We sincerely apologize about the telephone message light not working. We have recently hired a telephone repair company who will be replacing the phone system equipment. Please... More

Kutztown
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2010

I normally except the "way the things are" but in this case this motel needs serious attention. Rooms are nice size, but the walls are patched, wall paper falling off, stains on the tub. Breakfast is lacking and the coffee which I tried 3 days tastied strange. One double door to the lobby was blocked with a cone, guess it... More

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abvidurham, Owner at Americas Best Value Carolina Duke Inn, responded to this review
25 May 2011

Dear Valued Guest: Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback regarding your stay at our property. I sincerely apologize for any inconvenience you felt you experienced with us. There is never an excuse for providing anything less than great service. All claims against this property will be further investigated and corrected where necessary. I hope you will... More

Pennsylvania
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 October 2009

Although I clearly booked a "double deluxe" with 2 king beds, online, they were not able to find my reservation anddenied offering 2 king beds. The room was a dump! The stand/dresser had 3 drawers in it, all broken. The bedding was moderately clean. The floor had not been vacuumed. There wasn't a single waste basket in the room. The... More

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Leuven, Flanders
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57 helpful votes 57 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 September 2009

I have mixed feelings about this place...On the one hand, the staff is great. I had booked the wrong date and by the time I noticed it, a free cancellation wasn't possible anymore. However, they set the booking on the right date free of charge. I'm grateful for that. Nonetheless, we didn't have a pleasant experience at all. When we... More

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Additional Information about Americas Best Value Carolina Duke Inn

Also Known As:
Americas Best Value Carolina Duke Hotel
Americas Best Value Carolina Duke Hotel Durham
Americas Best Value Inn Durham
Address: 2517 Guess Road, Durham, NC 27705
Region: United States > North Carolina > Durham
Amenities:
Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #57 of 66 hotels in Durham
Price range (per night): RM112 - 169
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The 110 room, award-winning Americas Best Value Carolina Duke Inn is located in Raleigh-Durham just beside the I 85 over-pass and is 1.5 miles from Duke University, Duke University Medical Center, and VA Hospital with complimentary shuttle service to all. Every room comes with microwave, refrigerator, premium continental breakfast, 72 channels plus Showtime, data port (most have complimentary high speed internet access and there is free wireless in the lobby), iron and ironing board, coffeemaker and free newspaper. Outdoor Seasonal Pool is open June-September. Deluxe rooms offer additionally: 27" TV, Sealy Posturpedic Royal Trilogy mattress, complimentary high speed internet access (upon request), hairdryer, and brand new furnishings. Our goal is to provide you conveniently located, comfortable lodging at a value price. We are convinced that, should you compare us, you will not find a better value on I-85. ... more   less 
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