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About the Hotel

1301 N Fordham Blvd, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States of America, 27514

Chapel Hill University Inn is a 3-star sports-themed hotel featuring an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and a complimentary breakfast served daily. It offers convenient amenities like free WiFi and a restaurant, catering to both leisure and business guests.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Chapel Hill University Inn feature simple furnishings, flat-screen televisions, coffee makers, and air conditioning. Each room includes ironing facilities, along with complimentary toiletries and shower/tub combinations.

Dining

Dining options include TLC Bar and Grill, where guests can enjoy meals and drinks. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily starting at 6:30 AM.

Leisure & Services

Leisure amenities encompass a fitness center and an outdoor pool for recreation. The Chapel Hill University Inn offers barbecue facilities in the courtyard and a 24-hour business center for convenience.

Location & Transportation

The hotel is conveniently located less than 4 miles from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and 8.5 miles from Duke University. Nearby transport options include buses at Ephesus Church Road, accessible within a short walk.

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4 persons

28 m²

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2 Double beds

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2 persons

28 m²

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2 persons

28 m²

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City Center

Chapel Hill 2.4 mi

Airports

Raleigh-Durham International (RDU) 17.9 mi

Danville Regional (DAN) 58.5 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Impressive Accessibility

“The hotel's facilities were exceptionally accommodating, ensuring a comfortable stay for everyone.” view full review

Comfortable Room

“The room was wonderfully spacious with a huge, comfortable bed that made for restful nights.” view full review

Great Breakfast!

“The breakfast service was friendly and attentive, ensuring all our dietary needs were addressed smoothly.” view full review

Charming Decor

“The murals and Carolina decorations throughout the hotel created a warm and inviting atmosphere.” view full review

General

Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
ATM/Cash machine

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center

Services

Shuttle service
Laundry

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business center

Children

Cribs

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
BBQ facilities

Room features

Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

1301 N Fordham Blvd, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States of America, 27514

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1301 N Fordham Blvd, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States of America, 27514

City landmarks

Chapel Hill

Downtown Chapel Hill

1.3 mi

University

University of North Carolina

2.1 mi

Museums

Kidzu Children's Museum

1.3 mi

Olin T. Binkley Baptist Church

2100 ft

201 S Estes Dr

FRANK Gallery

1.3 mi

Church

Binkley Baptist Church

2300 ft

Silverspot Cinemas at University Place

3000 ft

Deep Dish Theater

3000 ft

Libraries

Chapel Hill Public Library

5200 ft

Shopping Area

University Mall

1.3 mi

Planetarium

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center

2.1 mi

Public Building

Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation Office

4700 ft

Plaid Cow

5200 ft

Church

Grace Church

1.0 mi

Expand Church

1.0 mi

Church

Advent Lutheran Church

1.0 mi

705 Gimghoul Rd

Gimghoul Castle

1.9 mi

Garden

Coker Arboretum

2.1 mi

Church

Chapel Hill Bible Church

1.3 mi

610 E Rosemary St

Horace Williams House

1.7 mi

New Life Fellowship

1.3 mi

Jubilee Baptist Church

1.3 mi

Garden

North Carolina Botanical Garden

2.4 mi

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses

1.5 mi

1832 Country Club Rd

Forest Theatre

1.9 mi

Church

Chapel of the Cross

2.1 mi

235 Ridge Rd

Boshamer Stadium

2.3 mi

Order of Gimghoul

1.8 mi

Museums

Ackland Art Museum

2.4 mi

Chapel Hill Museum

1.9 mi

Nearby

Silverspot Cinemas at University Place

3000 ft

Olin T. Binkley Baptist Church

2200 ft

Restaurants

Jersey Mike's Subs

4100 ft

245A S Elliott Rd

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

68%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Convenient location

Friendly staff

Noisy nights

Limited dining options

6.8/10

Nice

Rooms

6.6

Location

7.6

Service

7.6

Dining

6.2

Carl

United States of America, June 2024

7.0/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of cozy rooms and great service, with some noise from street traffic at night. The location was convenient for my needs, although the dining options were limited. The facilities were decent but could use some improvements.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms, accessed from the outside, were super cozy with floor-to-ceiling windows, but they made me feel a bit exposed and unsafe staying alone. The noise from street traffic at night was bothersome.

Service

8.0

I had a perfect room by the pool, and the staff was extremely nice. However, they overcharged us without notification, which was frustrating until we requested a refund.

Location

9.0

The location was good, close to a main road and just a short taxi ride from downtown Chapel Hill. It was great for accessing the hospital and doctors' offices, which was convenient for me.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was average with limited options. The restaurant was on the second floor, which might be difficult for non-ambulatory individuals.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities were wasted at an older facility in dire need of renovations. However, they had laundry and shuttle services available.

Convenient location

Noisy nights

Ken

United States of America, May 2024

5.8/10

When I arrived, the room was very cold, but they quickly adjusted it for us. The hotel easily accommodated our request for a room without stairs. However, I was disappointed by the old and dirty appearance of the room, with grime stuck in the furniture grooves.

Rooms

5.0

The room was initially very cold when we came in, but they fixed it promptly. The hotel catered to our need for a room without stairs. Unfortunately, the room appeared old and dirty, with grime in the furniture grooves.

Service

7.0

The staff were always friendly and did a great job cleaning our room. They assured us that they would address any issues after our departure. We also enjoyed a delicious burger at the adjoining restaurant.

Location

6.0

The hotel's location was great, despite its outdated appearance from the 70s. It was extremely convenient, close to the university and the city's best restaurants. However, I was disappointed to find out about the additional $10 charge for 'Tax Recovery'.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was limited to a few cereal options, one English muffin type, and an apple. However, we found several local restaurants for dinner that were satisfying.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel facilities were decent, but they seemed outdated and in need of refurbishment.

Peter

United States of America, April 2024

7.8/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms were initially clean, comfortable, and convenient, but there was a slight inconvenience with damp carpets. The service was impeccable, with friendly staff, though some amenities were missing. The location was great for accessing surrounding areas but could get noisy at times. The dining experience had its highlights but also had some limitations. Overall, it was a stay with its ups and downs.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean, comfortable, and convenient, providing a good initial impression. However, there was a minor issue with damp carpets initially.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, with impeccable and friendly staff. However, there were some amenities missing that could have enhanced the experience.

Location

7.0

The location was great, offering easy access to nearby areas like UNC Chapel Hill and Duke. Despite the noise at times, the proximity to various amenities and universities added to the appeal.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience had its positives with a variety of options but also lacked some elements like meat availability for all rooms.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel provided a range of facilities that were satisfactory, enhancing the overall stay.

William

United States of America, April 2024

5.0/10

My stay at the hotel over graduation weekend was a mixed experience. The room was small and not very pleasant, especially for the price charged. However, the convenience of the location and the nearby amenities were a plus point.

Rooms

5.0

The room was small and honestly not up to par for a $90 stay. The smell was not great either.

Service

5.0

I had a disappointing encounter with the staff. They seemed unconcerned and didn't go the extra mile to assist me.

Location

6.0

The location was convenient, with easy access to nearby shops. However, the area could use a major renovation to keep up with modern standards.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast itself was basic and not very appealing.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities were lacking in terms of modern amenities and overall comfort.

John

United States of America, January 2024

7.2/10

During my stay over graduation weekend, this hotel proved to be a convenient choice due to its friendly and helpful service, great location near UNC and various shops, and the well-maintained facilities. However, the rooms lacked adequate working space for those needing to set up a workshop and had limited electric outlets. Not ideal for those accustomed to luxury accommodations.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were not ideal for working as there was a lack of electric outlets and no desk space.

Service

9.0

The service was fantastic, with everyone from the front desk to the dining room and shuttle drivers being very friendly and helpful.

Location

8.0

The location is very convenient to UNC and I-40, with a shopping center across the street and close proximity to various attractions like UNC's campus.

Dining

5.0

Dining options were limited, with breakfast not being available for all rooms and additional charges for basic amenities like a microwave and refrigerator.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were adequate, but additional amenities like microwaves and refrigerators should be inclusive.

Michael

United States of America, November 2023

6.8/10

My stay at the hotel was a bit of a mixed bag. On the bright side, the room I stayed in was clean and adequate in size, although it had a lingering smell of smoke. The location was very nice with a lovely outdoor area, but some aspects made it feel a bit unsafe and dark. The service was a bit hit or miss, with accommodating front desk staff but some indifference in other interactions. Overall, it was an average experience with some ups and downs.

Rooms

6.0

The renovated room I stayed in was just okay. It was clean and adequate in size but had a lingering smell of smoke.

Service

7.0

The service had its ups and downs. The front desk staff were very accommodating, but there were instances of indifference in other interactions.

Location

7.0

The location was very nice with a beautiful outdoor area featuring tiki torches and white lights around flowered trees, but it seemed a bit dark and dangerous in the back near some bushes.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was good overall, especially at breakfast, though there were some minor hot dog issues.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel had decent facilities overall, but some areas felt a bit neglected or unsafe.

Dennis

United States of America, October 2023

7.2/10

I found the hotel to be okay overall, but it may not meet the standards of those accustomed to five-star hotels. The rooms were bright, clean, and neat, yet lacking in some aspects. The service was very helpful and informative, especially with resolving an issue I had. The location was a necessity for my visit, being conveniently close to UNC Chapel Hill and other attractions. However, the dining experience fell short, not being worth the additional cost in my opinion.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were bright, clean, and neat, but not up to the standards of luxury hotels.

Service

8.0

The service was very helpful and informative, and they efficiently resolved an issue I encountered.

Location

9.0

The location was a necessity for my trip, conveniently close to UNC Chapel Hill and other key spots.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was not worth the additional cost; it should have been included in the stay.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities at the hotel were adequate for my needs during the stay.

Karen

United States of America, September 2023

8.2/10

My stay at the hotel was fantastic! The rooms are clean and comfortable, and the staff is so friendly. The dining experience was a bit disappointing with limited options, but the pool area was well-maintained and enjoyable. Overall, a great value for the money.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable -- and I am really picky.

Service

9.0

The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. They even processed my credit card I had on file for 'incidentals'.

Location

8.0

The location was great for us, easy to get to our destinations and find restaurants that worked for our food restrictions.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was pretty American and slim on Monday and Tuesday, but the grilled fish was delicious.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were good for a budget-priced room in the area.

United States of America, August 2023

7.4/10

The hotel has a convenient location near Franklin Street and the center of Chapel Hill. The rooms are clean and spacious, with a slightly larger than average bathroom. The staff is extremely nice, though they may struggle to solve certain issues. The dining options are limited, mainly in superior rooms, and the facilities are decent.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are clean and spacious, and the bathrooms are slightly larger than average.

Service

7.0

The staff is extremely nice, but they might have some difficulty in resolving certain issues.

Location

9.0

The location is great near Franklin Street and the center of Chapel Hill, providing easy access to the area.

Dining

6.0

The dining options are limited, mainly accessible in superior rooms.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities are decent and meet basic needs.

Melvin

United States of America, June 2023

7.2/10

My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The location was convenient, close to stores and downtown, but I was disappointed by the additional $10 for 'Tax Recovery'. The service was superb, with staff going above and beyond to help us out, even barefoot behind the desk. The rooms, though clean, had a bug on the pillow, and the thermostat didn't cool the room properly. Dining options were good, especially at the adjacent Timeout sports bar, offering decent meals at a reasonable price.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were fairly clean, except for finding a bug on the pillow. The thermostat didn't work well to cool the room effectively.

Service

9.0

The service was superb, with extremely accommodating staff, even barefoot behind the desk to assist us.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location is convenient, with easy access to downtown attractions and numerous restaurant options across the street. However, I was disappointed by the additional $10 for 'Tax Recovery'.

Dining

8.0

Dining options were good, especially at the adjacent Timeout sports bar, offering decent meals at a reasonable price.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were adequate for my stay.