About us
JB Duke Hotel offers a contemporary, distraction-free setting ideal for meetings, conferences and corporate retreats on the campus of Duke University. We specialize in executing meetings that spark creativity and inspire. Certified by the International Association of Conference Centers (IACC), you can trust that your event will be executed to the highest standards, exceeding your expectations and ensuring an exceptional experience for your guests. Our global clientele finds that our inviting, hospitality-focused service and amenities make for comfortable and purposeful meetings. With a style that embodies modern elegance and sophistication, JB Duke Hotel offers a vast array of meeting and event spaces perfect for your gathering. The 23,330 square foot, state-of-the-art Thomas Executive Conference Center features a ballroom accommodating up to 500 guests, boardrooms for up to 16 and meeting and breakout rooms accommodating 6 to 60. The JB Duke boasts 198 guestrooms and suites with numerous modern amenities to make your stay comfortable and memorable. Guests can enjoy masterful cuisine at the JB Duke's on-site restaurants and bars, along with inspired catering options for meeting attendees. Just 20 minutes from Raleigh-Durham International Airport, the JB Duke Hotel is an ideal location for your next meeting.
Venue Details
ChainIndependent / Other
BrandIndependent
Built2017
Renovated-
Total meeting space23,550 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms198
Venue typeHotel
Industry Ratings
AAA
Awards
Industry awards
2021 TripAdvisor Travelers Choice Award Winner
Amenities
Room features and guest services
- Calls (local)
- Calls (toll-free)
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Pet friendly
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Business services
- AV capabilities
- Business center
- Video conference
- VIP services
Recreational activities
- Health club
Transportation
- Bus
- Taxi
Equipment
- Dance floor
- Loading dock
- Portable heaters
- Staging area
AV capabilities
- AV equipment
- Onsite AV staff
Room features and guest services
- Calls (local)
- Calls (toll-free)
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Pet friendly
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
23,550 sq. ft.
Largest room
5,450 sq. ft.
Space (private)
Available
Meeting rooms
15
Second largest room
3,650 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
Available
Seating capacity
520
Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
23,550 sq. ft.
Largest room
5,450 sq. ft.
Space (private)
Available
Meeting rooms
15
Second largest room
3,650 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
Available
Seating capacity
520
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Meeting space
Name | Room size | Maximum capacity | U-Shape | Banquet rounds | Cocktail rounds | Theater | Classroom | Boardroom | Crescent rounds (Cabaret) | Royal conference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ballroom | 5,450 sq. ft. 55 x 99 sq. ft. | 540 | - | 320 | 475 | 540 | 210 | - | 264 | - |
Ballroom A | 900 sq. ft. 33 x 27 sq. ft. | 70 | 27 | 50 | 70 | 60 | 48 | 16 | 40 | 16 |
Ballroom B | 900 sq. ft. 33 x 27 sq. ft. | 70 | 27 | 50 | 70 | 60 | 48 | 16 | 40 | - |
Ballroom AB | 1,800 sq. ft. 33 x 55 sq. ft. | 196 | 39 | 120 | 150 | 196 | 90 | 40 | 88 | - |
Ballroom C | 1,850 sq. ft. 33 x 55 sq. ft. | 196 | 39 | 120 | 150 | 196 | 90 | 40 | 88 | - |
Ballroom ABC | 3,650 sq. ft. 66 x 55 sq. ft. | 300 | - | 220 | 300 | 300 | 126 | - | 184 | - |
Ballroom D | 900 sq. ft. 33 x 27 sq. ft. | 70 | 27 | 50 | 70 | 60 | 48 | 16 | 40 | - |
Ballroom E | 900 sq. ft. 33 x 27 sq. ft. | 70 | 27 | 50 | 70 | 60 | 48 | 16 | 40 | - |
Ballroom DE | 1,800 sq. ft. 33 x 55 sq. ft. | 196 | 39 | 120 | 150 | 196 | 90 | 40 | 88 | - |
Guest rooms
Total guest rooms
198
Single (1 bed)
147
Double (2 beds)
40
Suites
11
Tax rate
7.5%
Occupancy rate
6%
Total guest rooms
198
Single (1 bed)
147
Double (2 beds)
40
Suites
11
Tax rate
7.5%
Occupancy rate
6%
Location
Getting Here
Distance from airport
16.7 mi
Distance from airport 16.7 mi
Parking in the area
Parking in the area
Complimentary parking
Valet parking
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Facility Restrictions
Duke University’s campus, inclusive of the JB Duke Hotel, is tobacco-free. All tobacco products, including electronic smoking devices such as e-cigarettes and vaping products, cigarettes, cigars, hookah, chewing tobacco, snuff, IQOS and all other forms of tobacco are prohibited in all indoor and outdoor facilities.
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Cancellation Policy
No charge for reservations cancelled at least 48 hours prior to arrival.
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Diversity and Inclusion
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