
Vacation rentals in Downtown Raleigh
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Total vacation rentals
Explore 590 vacation rentals in Downtown Raleigh

Nightly prices starting at
Downtown Raleigh vacation rentals start at G$4,183 GYD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly vacation rentals
330 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

Pet-friendly vacation rentals
Find 270 rentals that welcome pets

Vacation rentals with a pool
40 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
420 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
580 of Downtown Raleigh vacation rentals include wi-fi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across Downtown Raleigh rentals

4.8 Average rating
Downtown Raleigh stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!

Nearby attractions
Downtown Raleigh's top spots, include Marbles Kids Museum, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, and North Carolina Museum of History
Top-rated vacation rentals in Downtown Raleigh
Guests agree: these stays are highly rated for location, cleanliness, and more.

Pet-friendly modern home minutes to Downtown
Enjoy quick access to the city’s best restaurants, breweries, shops & entertainment. Step inside to an open, airy floor plan filled with natural light. The fully stocked kitchen makes cooking a pleasure, whether preparing a full meal or enjoying a casual breakfast. Each bedroom features soft, luxurious bedding & its own TV. Outside, a large, fenced backyard & spacious deck offer the perfect spot to unwind & let your fur babies run around. Must be 25 or older to book. Pets welcome with fee.

Walk to DT Raleigh | Pet-Friendly 3/2 in Oakwood!
Welcome to your Comfy Oakwood Bungalow, where charm meets convenience just steps from Downtown Raleigh! Nestled at the edge of Historic Oakwood, our pet-friendly bungalow is your stylish retreat with all the modern comforts. Picture mornings sipping coffee on the porch, evenings exploring local hotspots, and cozy nights in with our smart TV and cushy couch. With a fully-stocked kitchen and a backyard deck, we've got your stay covered. Raleigh is calling! *Open to longer stays / travel nurses*

Raleigh Casita
This casita might be tiny, but it has big personality. This little treasure lives in the heart of Raleigh, waiting to support your next city adventure. Please note this rental lives in owner's back yard, accessible by driveway. We've built this place so that you can optimize your stay. Cook a meal in the fully equipped kitchen. Lounge on the patio and enjoy a meal at the indoor / outdoor bar. Customize the main space for living or sleeping with our easy to use murphy bed. See you soon!

Relaxing Saltwater Pool Oasis and Modern Retreat
Come relax in our centrally located modern escape. This garage top apartment is drenched in natural light & includes all the extras. The open floor plan living, dining, and kitchen is perfect for couples, friends, and business travelers looking for upscale accommodations. Our salt water lounge pool is open to guests June-Oct. NEW traditional sauna is open year-round. Walk to the beautiful Five Points Neighborhood. 10 mins by car to downtown or NC State campus, and 20 mins to RDU airport

Historic Oakwood Hideaway- Chefs Kitchen/Walkable
Around the corner from everything Raleigh has to offer, sits the Historic Oakwood Hideaway! Updated & modern amenities, mixed with historic charming features, this house is a true hideaway! Enjoy a large open modern kitchen/dining area & modern bathrooms. Relax in the comfy living room, calm bedrooms, screened in porch, rocking chair front porch swing & fenced in pet friendly back yard! Walk to great restaurants, bars, museums, and much more! RDU airport is a 15 minute drive,5 min to Red Hat!

New | SouthPark Abode: King Bed, Walk to DTR
New Construction, Beautiful, 1BR Private House The best of private, cozy & spacious living with the convenience of walkable proximity to downtown. This newly constructed 740 sq foot single bedroom living space above a detached garage conveys beautiful modernity with vaulted ceilings, spacious open living room & kitchen. Office enables comfortable workspace. Near Martin Marietta Performing Arts Center, Raleigh Convention Center, Red Hat Amphitheater, Moore Square, I-40 & Dorothea Dix Park.

Modern Industrial Loft • Walkable Downtown Raleigh
You won't find a better location than this! Walk to Glenwood South restaurants and bars or enjoy the 20+ acre park behind the home. Discover all Raleigh has to offer with this centrally located condo. Located in a historic home, this unique spot has original hardwoods, tall ceilings & windows combined with modern finishes like stainless steel appliances & renovated bath. You'll be super comfy in the king size bed & spacious bedroom. Urban loft reading nook overlooks open living room.

Luxurious Modernist Tree House
Stunning, private, and truly one-of-a-kind—this unique home is perfect for a vacation, staycation, special occasion, or simply celebrating everyday life. Designed by renowned modernist architect Frank Harmon. The 2,128-square-foot residence sits on 1.3 acres and was crafted with meticulous attention to detail. Inside, you’ll feel nestled among the treetops while remaining conveniently close to restaurants, shopping, downtown Raleigh, WakeMed, UNC, Duke, and Research Triangle Park.

Downtown Raleigh Charmer with fenced dog run
Stay with us in the heart of downtown Raleigh in popular Five Points. This charming Charleston style home offers everything you want in a stay and then some! Our guiding principle is to treat you like family, and give you a comfortable and beautiful stay you won’t forget. We poured our heart into a beautiful design so that you can have an unmatched experience staying with us. **We do charge a separate $30 per pet/per night fee AFTER you book. See house rules for more info.

Mordecai Bungalow - perfect Raleigh getaway
This memorable place is anything but ordinary. Enjoy your time in this newly constructed, beautifully furnished, fully stocked, not so tiny, tiny home. Nestled in between the Mordecai and Historic Oakwood neighborhoods, this property is in a peaceful neighborhood close to everything in Raleigh. From the property you can walk to the Oakwood dog park or Raleigh's best coffee shop (the Optimist) OR take a quick Uber to Person St, S Glenwood or your favorite downtown location.

Historic Downtown Raleigh Home (Oakwood)
Just a few blocks from the state Capitol Building, this beautiful home is nestled in Raleigh's Historic Oakwood neighborhood. Its prime location is walkable to all that the City of Oaks has to offer including museums, galleries, local music venues, bars, restaurants, coffee shops, bakeries, breweries, parks, and even an urban farm. Spread out and settle into this newly renovated historic home filled with colorful local art and modern amenities in a charming setting.

Downtown Pied-à-Terre
Less than a mile from Downtown Raleigh, this pied-à-terre is tastefully furnished. Full kitchen, washer/dryer, lots of natural light, two TVs, driveway and a patio with fountain and garden view. Newly renovated bathroom and freshly painted exterior. Take an Uber to downtown and explore the museums, restaurants and night life. Complimentary coffee and espresso. Monthly+ stays include complimentary biweekly cleaning.
Popular amenities for Downtown Raleigh vacation rentals
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Oakwood Muse- Walkable, Back Patio, Bidet, Bikes!

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Downtown Oasis with Pool
When is the best time to visit Downtown Raleigh?
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| Avg. price | G$25,518 GYD | G$26,982 GYD | G$26,982 GYD | G$28,237 GYD | G$30,329 GYD | G$28,028 GYD | G$25,518 GYD | G$25,936 GYD | G$25,727 GYD | G$28,028 GYD | G$28,028 GYD | G$26,564 GYD |
| Avg. temp | 5°C | 7°C | 11°C | 16°C | 20°C | 25°C | 27°C | 26°C | 23°C | 17°C | 11°C | 7°C |
Destinations to explore
- Duke University
- North Carolina State University
- PNC Arena
- Raleigh Convention Center
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- Raven Rock State Park
- Crabtree Valley Mall
- Sarah P. Duke Gardens
- North Carolina Museum of Art
- William B. Umstead State Park
- Lake Johnson Park
- North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
- Eno River State Park
- Durham Bulls Athletic Park
- Duke Chapel
- Frankie's Fun Park
- American Tobacco Campus
- Koka Booth Amphitheatre
- Red Hat Amphitheater
- Durham Farmers' Market
- Dorothea Dix Park
- North Carolina Museum of History
- Carolina Theatre
- Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area





