Econo Lodge Research Triangle Park, DurhamEcono Lodge Research Triangle Park in Durham, United States has a corrected score of 1.6 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 28 of 29 hotels we score in Durham. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 1.1 before correction: Booking.com 1.5, Tripadvisor 0.8.Econo Lodge Research Triangle Park is a budget hotel situated on NC 55 Hwy in Durham. It sits near Interstate 40 and is within walking distance of Research Triangle Park. The property serves business travellers and visitors to nearby Duke University or North Carolina Central University. Facilities include an outdoor pool, a fitness centre, and an on-site restaurant. Guests can access a business centre, laundry services, and complimentary parking. While the hotel offers practical amenities like free Wi-Fi and continental breakfast, the proximity to the highway can lead to traffic noise. It is a functional choice for those requiring easy access to the local research and academic hubs.What stands out

Affordable rates

Free parking

On-site fitness centre

Helpful staff

Watch out for

Highway noise

Maintenance issues

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