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Where to Stay

Hotel facts
History In 1989, when Raleigh’ s destination marketing began, room supply was just over 8,000 countywide. Through a 20-year push in marketing the destination and with growth in hospitality, entertainment, sports and cultural amenities and events, Greater Raleigh’ s room inventory now tops 15,300.
Flags Represented More than 35 recognized brands are represented among Greater Raleigh accommodations.
Room Inventory near Convention Center More than 1,000 guest rooms are located within a mile of the Raleigh Convention Center.

With more than 15,300 hotel rooms and 140 hotels in the Raleigh area, you can choose accommodations best suited to your needs and be welcomed by friendly service. Pamper yourself at one of the area’ s top upscale hotels, choose the dependable comfort of your favorite mid-scale hotel chain or revel in the quaint charm of some of the most hospitable bed and breakfasts in the country.

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Room Inventory More than 15,300 total area hotel rooms
Average Daily Rate $ 82.66 for Greater Raleigh; $ 101.64 for United States( 2011)
Overnight Visitors 6.38 million person-stays annually in Greater Raleigh
Occupancy Tax 6 % hotel occupancy tax
Longer Stays Five housing agencies in Greater Raleigh provide apartments and other options for extended stays apart from lodging properties.