Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt is a vibrant spot in downtown Durham. Relax with drinks at the poolside bar or enjoy breathtaking views from the rooftop terrace. With free WiFi and sun loungers by the seasonal pool, this hotel offers convenience and fun.
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8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Parking available
Bar
Pool
Gym
Pet friendly
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Outdoor pool
Rooftop terrace
Breakfast available
24-hour health club
Self parking
Seasonal outdoor pool
Pool bar
24-hour business center
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
For families (6)
Children stay free
Private bathroom
Television
Daily housekeeping
Elevator
Bathtub or shower
$144 nightly
The total price is $163
$163 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total includes taxes and fees
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Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
In-room safe
Laptop workspace
City view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Room, 1 King Bed, No Windows (Interior)
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 reviews
(3 reviews)
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Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
In-room safe
Laptop workspace
Iron/ironing board
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View
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Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
In-room safe
Laptop workspace
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 2 Queen Beds
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Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
In-room safe
Laptop workspace
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Room, 1 King Bed, City View, Corner
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Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
In-room safe
Laptop workspace
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 reviews
(4 reviews)
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Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
In-room safe
Laptop workspace
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Roll-in Shower (Interior)
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Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Sofa bed - twin
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
In-room safe
Sleeps 1
1 Queen Bed
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Studio, 1 King Bed
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Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
In-room safe
Laptop workspace
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower, Pool View
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Room, 1 Queen Bed, No Windows (Interior)
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
In-room safe
Laptop workspace
Iron/ironing board
Sleeps 1
1 Queen Bed
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Room, 1 King Bed, City View
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
4 reviews
(4 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
In-room safe
Laptop workspace
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, City View (WITH ROLL-IN SHOWER)
Durham Performing Arts Center - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Durham Bulls Athletic Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Duke University - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
North Carolina Central University - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Duke University Hospital - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
Getting around
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 18 min drive
Durham Station - 6 min walk
Cary Station - 23 min drive
Restaurants
The Parlour - 2 min walk
Thai At Main Street - 3 min walk
Viceroy - 3 min walk
The Oak House - Durham - 2 min walk
Bull McCabe's Irish Pub - 5 min walk
About this property
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt features a rooftop terrace and puts you just a 5-minute drive from Duke University and Duke University Hospital. After visiting the 24-hour health club for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this eco-certified hotel include an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a seasonal outdoor pool. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
74 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
It is Hyatt's practice to enter any occupied guestroom at a minimum of once within a 24-hour period, even if a guest has requested privacy; appropriate efforts are made to provide advance notice to the registered guest before entering an occupied guestroom
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed (2 total, up to 40 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Pets must be supervised
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite self parking (USD 25 per night)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
DONE
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–noon on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Coffee/tea in a common area
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Grocery/convenience store
Working away
24-hour business center
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Pool loungers
Facilities
1 building/tower
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop terrace
Television in common areas
24-hour health club
An outdoor pool
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Resort fee: USD 17.01 per accommodation, per night
Resort fee inclusions:
Fitness center access
Health club access
In-room bottled water
Phone calls (may be limited)
Pool access
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 to 30 per person
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed on Monday:
Dining venue(s)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: USD 45.00 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 45 per pet, per stay
Parking
Self parking costs USD 25 per night
Parking height restrictions apply
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Facility access costs USD 17.01 per accommodation, per night. Facilities include fitness facilities and a swimming pool.
The seasonal pool is open from June to November
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover
Also known as
Unscripted Durham Hotel
Unscripted Hotel
Unscripted
Frequently asked questions
Does Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 40 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 45 per pet, per stay, and there's also a deposit of USD 45.00 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 25 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt and nearby?
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt has an outdoor pool and a 24-hour health club.
Are there restaurants at or near Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt like?
Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt is in Downtown Durham, a short 6-minute walk from Durham Station and 19 minutes' walk from Duke University. Our travelers say the local area is very walkable.
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Unscripted Durham, Part of JDV by Hyatt Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
The property offers a convenient location with many nearby restaurant options and some on-site dining choices. (8 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Jun 1, 2025
Hotel was easy to check in and out of.
The room was very comfortable and clean.
J.
J., 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 2, 2025
OK Stay
Place could have been cleaner. Parking fee at checkout was confusing and not explained wee
ll. Very unlikely to stay there again.
Thomas
Thomas, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 8, 2025
I really like the pool in the view in this hotel is very convenient if you wanna walk around the city.
Tyra
Tyra, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2025
Love it!
The Unscripted Durham is a hotel I see often when I come to town and have always wanted to stay here. It did not disappoint!!! My boyfriend and I traveled from Philadelphia and the room was just what we needed after our long drive. Our clean, comfortable, spacious room overlooked the Bull downtown and pool area. The staff were very friendly and knowledgable and we felt right at home away from home.
Alexis
Alexis, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2025
Our stay was phenomenal. We only stayed for one night on a road trip with our 8 month old golden retriever. They were super dog friendly and went out of their way to send dog friendly restaurant recommendations and gave her a bag of branded treats. I thought I was going to not like the internal no window room but I didn’t even notice that it wasn’t there!
Will definitely stay again on another trip to Durham.
Genevieve
Genevieve, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
May 10, 2025
Expected more for what we paid. They had an overpriced breakfast.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jun 14, 2025
AC not working.
Air conditioning was not working. Reported to desk, when we went out. Returned at bedtime, still not working. Was not offered another room . At checkout, I inquired about a discount or refund. Was offered points towards a future stay. Won't be a future stay.
Charles
Charles, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 4, 2025
Very nice staff! The layout of the hotel was odd, but it was very clean and met my be needs for an overnight stay. I’d stay there again.
Mary Ella
Mary Ella, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 5, 2025
This is a neat hotel. The rooftop dining was really cool as they had igloos and yummy winter drink options. It's in the heart of downtown and walkable to all the things. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. There was some crazy loud drag racing out front at 2am, but otherwise, a nice stay.
Worth $500 for one night? No.
Evangeline
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 6, 2025
In a cute area of town. It was easy to find and had some cute shops nearby.
Brittani
Brittani, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 17, 2025
The manager is fantastic and did his very best to be a great host, given some staff shortages he was facing.
We will go again and look forward to it
Kristine
Kristine, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 8, 2025
Modest property, very polite but inefficient and confused staff.
Gary
Gary, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 17, 2025
Its A Vibe!
Kadeza
Kadeza, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 14, 2025
Great, clean place. Stayed three night and didn't receive room cleaning, which was a little strange. Had to ask twice for someone to come unclog the toilet, but other than those two issues, it was a great stay.
Aurelio
Aurelio, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 8, 2025
The check in was quick and easy. Since they did not have the complimentary breakfast available on weekdays they gave me free parking! Great benefit - hooray to this hotel!
Linda
Linda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 28, 2024
Good location, friendly staffs
Jingtong
Jingtong, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 20, 2024
Fun room. Good parking. Fun bar.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 30, 2024
First time there, quirky hotel that fit my personality.
Danny
Danny, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 5, 2024
Great central place to stay in Durham
Sherri
Sherri, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2024
Lovely stay
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 12, 2024
Loved the experience! Great time, great location, awesome night life, and such comfy beds!
Abby
Abby, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 16, 2024
Great employees and I love the location.
Dustin
Dustin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 14, 2024
Great spot!
Charles
Charles, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 6, 2024
Great location with lots of choices for restaurants near by.
Gillian
Gillian, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 10, 2024
Convenient location. Easy walking distance to DPAC. Lots of options for eating or having a drink.