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The King's Daughters Inn


  • The King's Daughters Inn, a 17-room boutique Bed and Breakfast, in Durham, NC. Convenient to Duke University, the Durham Performing Arts Center, and RDU. Just awarded Urban Conservationist of the Year for Durham County.

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    An exclusive of professionally inspected and guest-reviewed luxury inns with extensive modern amenities.

    Inspector Insights

    Luxury accommodations; boutique hotel elegance. State-of-the-art amenities, with old-fashioned charm, hospitality, & food. Ideal location across from Duke.


    Inn Details

    Relax in one of the 17 graciously appointed one- and two- room suites, or host an event in one of three elegant meeting spaces. Located across the street from Duke University, only minutes to the Durham Performing Arts Center, the King's Daughters Inn is an excellent choice for luxury hospitality in Durham.


    Innkeeper Information

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English



    Features

    Type:

    • Other

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Urban Inn

    • Historic Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Gay / Lesbian Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • CD player

    • Ceiling fans

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • Computer

    • DVD Player

    • In-room internet

    • Desk

    • Hairdryer

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • Turndown Service

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Amenities Basket

    • Board games

    • Conference Rooms

    • Copier

    • Fax Machine

    • Fireplace

    • Library

    • Private entrance

    • Videos

    • Wedding Facilities

    • Wet bar

    Other Amenities:

    • HDTV in rooms

    • In-Room Spa Service

    • Triple-sheeted beds

    • Fully ADA compliant

    • Elevator

    • Individual temperature control

  • Green Getaways/Eco Escapes

    1/12/2012 - 12/31/2012

    Hike and bike the Eno and American Tobacco Trails, enjoy picnic lunch, and then head back to town for a zen yoga class. Includes picnic lunch for two from Parker and Otis, yoga class for two at Blue Point Yoga, and bicycles for two. The Active Package begins at $215.00 and includes (1) night stay in an Intimate Room, (1) Parker + Otis picnic lunch for two, yoga classes & bikes for the Tobacco Trail. Additional services and items can be added to the Active Package. Upgrade to a standard room or suite for $35, a deluxe suite for $100.

    Babymoons

    1/12/2012 - 12/31/2012

    Enjoy the quiet time before your baby arrives. Settle into one of our luxurious rooms and snuggle up in the King’s Daughters Inn’s signature bathrobes. Once you are relaxed, experience an in-room massage during the day. That evening, our staff will provide a bottle of sparkling cider to toast a new addition to the family. Before bedtime, our turn down service will arrange a nighttime snack of milk and cookies. The Baby Moon Package begins at $290.00 and includes (1) night in an Intimate Room, (1) in-room massage, (1) bottle of sparkling cider & our milk and cookie turn down service, as well as a gift for the baby-to-come.

    Beer Lovers Getaways

    1/12/2012 - 12/31/2012

    Beer Lovers Known to many as one of the hottest craft beer markets in the country, the Triangle has several breweries to tour and taste. The brew masters tour is a perfect way to see all the popular local brewers and sample their work. Spend a leisurely day or two tasting and touring local brews. Our staff can point you to fantastic restaurants that will accompany your new, favorite beer. Enjoy a gift certificate to one of Durham’s local haunts, Tyler’s Taproom for a wide variety of ales, lagers and craft brews. After a day of tasting, retire back to your room and take your pick from the hand-selected six-pack of our favorite local beers in your complimentary pint glass. The Beer Lovers Package begins at $240.00 and includes (1) night stay in an Intimate Room, (1) Tyler’s Taproom gift certificate, (1) six-pack of local brews and 2 pint glasses.

    Birthday

    1/12/2012 - 12/31/2012

    Is there a special someone’s birthday in the near future? Celebrate his or her birthday in the lap of luxury at the King’s Daughters Inn. Or treat yourself to your own birthday celebration! Stay in a luxurious suite fully equipped with all the birthday frills. No need to worry about the cake - our staff can order a custom cake from a local bakery as well as decorate the room’s interior with a floral bouquet of their favorite bloom. Sparkling wine or cider will be chilled and waiting for the guest of honor. This will be a perfect toast to begin the birthday festivities. Our staff will be happy to make arrangements for transportation, dinner reservations and any other evening activities to make the birthday complete. The Birthday package begins at $275.00 and includes (1) night stay in an Intimate Room, (1) birthday cake for two, your choice of sparkling cider or wine, (1) floral arrangement and staff assistance for dinner reservations and evening activities.

    Mini Escapes

    1/12/2012 - 12/31/2012

    Throughout the year, the Durham Performing Arts Center welcomes numerous types of shows, concerts and entertainers. From Broadway musicals to comedians to dance groups, there is something for everyone. Our staff will be happy to coordinate a whole evening in conjunction with your show. We can arrange a town car to drive you for the evening, we will purchase the tickets to the show, include a $100 gift certificate to one of Durham’s premiere restaurants for dinner, as well as provide a bottle of bubbly before or after you leave for the evening. The DPAC package begins at $325 and includes (1) night stay in a standard room or suite, (1) $100.00 gift certificate for dinner and (1) bottle of sparkling wine. Pricing for (2) tickets to Durham Performing Arts Center will vary by show. Town car trip varies on amount of time and location. Additional services and items may be added to the DPAC Package. Upgrade to a deluxe suite for $65.

    Sports Specials

    1/12/2012 - 12/31/2012

    Take me out to the ball game! From April through September, the Durham Bulls Minor League Baseball team plays just a mile from the King’s Daughters Inn. Create a family fun weekend in one of our suites that sleeps up to four people. After you settle into your room, pick up your tickets at the front desk and walk on over to the ballpark. After an exciting game with peanuts, crackerjacks and a fireworks show (on Friday evenings), our staff will provide our turn down service with a kid friendly bedtime snack of milk and cookies. If the Bulls are not in town, Duke University Baseball team as well as USA Baseball plays at the Durham Bulls Park as well. Go Team! The Durham Bulls package begins at $275.00 and includes (1) night stay in a standard suite, (4) tickets to the Durham Bulls game and milk and cookies turn down service. Additional services and items may be added to the Durham Bulls Package. Upgrade to a deluxe suite for $65.

    Valentine's Day Specials

    2/1/2012 - 2/29/2012

    Looking for the perfect way to celebrate Valentine’s Day this year? Take advantage of our Falling In Love in February package. Whether you are a local or looking for a place far away, the King’s Daughters Inn is the perfect romantic getaway. Our staff will create a perfect ambiance for your retreat. A bouquet of fresh flowers will greet you and your beloved in your luxurious accommodation. Once you are settled, a chilled bottle of sparkling wine or cider with a tray of chocolate covered strawberries will be delivered to your door. After a toast, our massage therapists will be happy to give in-room massages. Before dinner, draw a luxurious bath topped off with a full sized bottle of King’s Daughters Inn signature bubble bath. Later that evening, our staff will arrange dinner reservations and a town car to take you to your restaurant of choice. The Valentine's package begins at $550.00 and includes (1) night stay in an Deluxe Suite, (1) floral arrangement, (1) bottle of sparkling wine or cider, (1) tray of chocolate covered strawberries, (2) in-room massages, (1) full sized bottle of KDI’s signature bubble bath and dinner reservation & town car arrangements. Additional services and items may be added to the Valentine's package.

    Summer Specials

    2/1/2012 - 2/29/2012

    Want to forget about cupid for the month of February? Gather your single girlfriends for a rejuvenating day or two by reserving one of our beautiful suites. Indulge in a day of fun with Durham’s many wonderful lunch options and then wonder over to shop for a present to yourself at some of Durham’s hot new boutiques such as Magpie, Vert & Vogue and Uniquities! When you head back to the room, our staff will arrange an in-room massage or appointments for manicures and pedicures at the luxurious Posh Salon. Our suite provides wonderful bath products and includes all the amenities (including sparkling wine) you and your girl friends will need to get ready for a fabulous night out on the town! Our staff will make reservations at one of the many gourmet restaurants in the area and order a limo or town car for transportation. We promise Beyonce’s Single Ladies is banished from the Inn for the month of February! The Valentine’s Vanished package begins at $225.00 and includes (1) night in a Standard Room or Suite and a personal concierge service to arrange your perfect getaway. Additional services and items may be added to the Valentine’s Vanished package.

  • Standard Rooms

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $165/$320

    Moss

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $180/$195

    Tyree

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $160/$175

    Watts

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $180/$195

    Woodard

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $160/$175

    Howerton

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $160/$175

    Tomlinson

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $180/$195

    Exum

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $180/$195

    Crews

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $180/$195

    Trinity

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $230/$260

    Saunders

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $180/$195

    Womack

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $160/$175

    Markham

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      2 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $200/$220

    Austin

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      1 King

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $230/$260

    Rigsbee

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      2 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $200/$220

    Parrish

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      2 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $200/$220

    Farthing

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      1 King

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $230/$260

    Lathrop-Morehead

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      1 King

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $200/$220

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3pm-7pm    Check out: 11am

    • Deposit amount required: Deposits normally not required, however special events carry up to a 50% deposit at booking, depending on event.

    • Cancellations: Cancellation of normal bookings seven (7) or less days before stay carry a $35 cancellation fee. Special event bookings (Duke graduation, Duke basketball, Duke parents weekend, regional festivals, etc.) have more detailed cancellation policies, and vary by event. Travel insurance is highly encouraged for special events.

    • Open all year round: Y


    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinks available: Y

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: No


    Discount type

    • AAA
      Percent off: 10%

    • AARP
      Percent off: 10%

    • Military
      Percent off: 10%

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 7:30-9:30

    • Serving location: In Room, Take-Away, Dining Room, Guest room


    Complimentary Perks

    • Afternoon Tea

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages


    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian


    Additional food services

    • Complimentary Snacks


    Recipes

    Dessert

    Champagne Sabayon with fresh berries
    Serves: 4
    Prep time: 20

    Sauce

    Liquor and Berry reduction sauce
    Serves: 0
    Prep time: 5 min

  • Location Type

    • Airport

    • City

    • Downtown


    City

    • Raleigh

    • Distance to city: 20 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Take I-40 West towards Durham/Chapel-Hill. Take exit 279B (right) onto Durham Freeway/NC-147 North. Travel 9 miles to exit 14 (right) onto Swift Ave, and turn right onto Swift Ave. Travel ~200ft, cross railroad tracks and turn right onto Main Street. Travel ~1/2mi and turn right onto Buchanan Blvd. Travel ~200ft to The King's Daughters Inn, and enter the alley just past the Inn, to our parking area.


    Airport

    • Raleigh Durham, NC (RDU-Raleigh Durham INTL 16 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From RDU Airport, take I-40 West towards Durham/Chapel-Hill. Take exit 279B (right) onto Durham Freeway/NC-147 North. Travel 9 miles to exit 14 (right) onto Swift Ave, and turn right onto Swift Ave. Travel ~200ft, cross railroad tracks and turn right onto Main Street. Travel ~1/2mi and turn right onto Buchanan Blvd. Travel ~200ft to The King's Daughters Inn, and enter the alley just past the Inn, to our parking area.


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • North Carolina State University

    • Duke University

    • UNC-Chapel Hill

    • Durham Performing Arts Center

    • Durham Bulls and Carolina Hurricanes

    • Sarah Duke Botanical Gardens

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bicycles

    • Golfing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

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    Write a review

    Beautiful property /Knowledgeable Host

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for an event


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    A birthday celebration for 4 sisters was held at this property. Beautiful furnishings, the breakfast was outstanding and the B&B host extremely knowledgeable about the property and surrounding area. We will definitely be back!


    We were spoiled

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging


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    My husband and I were in town to see Durham and decide if we want to move there. Loved our stay. Everyone was super friendly and we felt spoiled by the turn down service with wine and chocolates, the comfy robes after our showers and the responsiveness to our needs. Although we were only able to try breakfast one morning (since we had two early starts and missed breakfast), what we did had was delicious and the staff packed "to go" snack packs for us. I enjoyed being across the street from Duke campus and going for a morning run around the campus. The only thing to be aware of was that since it is an old building, the walls are very thin and you can hear everything that goes on outside the room. The nights were fortunately quiet for us and we did not have a problem with this. Overall, we loved our stay!


    Birthday visit

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    My husband and I spent a night at the King's Daughters Inn for my birthday. The visit coincided with a special champagne & chocolate event for Valetine's Day.


    Treat yourself to a wonderful experience!

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family


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    On a scale of 1-10, the whole stay was a 15! Not a detail is missed in this charming, warm bed and breakfast. My mother, who has difficulty with stairs had no problem getting around as we were able to park right by the lower entrance which leads right to the elevator. The entire inn was spotless and the breakfast was wonderful. Already looking for an excuse to go back!


    This place is amazing!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on business


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    My company was hosting a meeting at the inn. I had the longest drive of any attendee, so I decided to drive in the night before. Unfortunately, I have a broken leg and had to arrive on crutches. When I walked in the door, Deanna (who I later found out is one of the owners) greeted me, and immediately grabbed my bag. She took me to the elevator (I obviously was not going to be using the stairs) and spent 10 minutes in my room with me making sure that I could move around comfortably. My suite was huge and beautiful. The bed was unbelievably soft and having a glass of port and gourmet chocolates waiting next to my bed didn't hurt either!! The following morning I didn't make it down for breakfast. When I got downstairs to meet my group for our meeting, I ran into Deanna and Colin. They asked how I was doing and immediately went to get me coffee. My coffee arrived on a silver tray with freshly made scones and cinnamon rolls. I look forward to my next opportunity to stay at the inn (minus the broken leg) and to have more of an opportunity to experience this great place.


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