Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh Downtown

Location: Proximity to the convention center and downtown Raleigh, with ample dining options nearby.

Great location downtown Raleigh. Rooms are very spacious, clean, loved the kitchen as we had an extended stay. Public areas were well appointed, appreciated having the gym and laundry facilities. Breakfast was good, the service team at breakfast were fantastic, friendly, accommodating, remembering food preferences. Front desk team were hit and miss, either wonderful or barely helpful. Housekeeping was also inconsistent, we only received services once during a five day stay, was supposed to be every other day. Then they came into our room (unannounced) at 7:30 AM on our departure day. Lastly, we choose the hotel partly as it had EV charging as we had a lot of driving the week we were there. The first few nights charging was not a problem however the night before our check-out with a long day of driving ahead there was a non-EV parked in the charging spot where we normally charge. Valet asked us to charge in a different spot (versus moving the non-electric vehicle), we did not realize until the morning that the charger was not working properly. This set us back quite a bit for our appointments that day. Overall good stay but certainly some training issues to be resolved.

Check-in at Home2 Suites Raleigh Downtown was smooth and professional, setting a positive first impression. The suite itself impresses with a modern, open-plan layout, combining a full kitchen, lounge, and double queen beds into a well-lit, contemporary space that feels both inviting and functional. The kitchen area is a standout: sleek, full-sized stainless steel appliances (including a fridge, microwave, dishwasher, and cooktop), a clean white countertop, and an island with bar stools make this feel more like a studio apartment than a hotel. Glassware and utensils are neatly provided, ideal for extended stays. The living space is spacious and well-appointed. Comfortable beds, a cozy sofa, smart lighting, and a wall-mounted TV create a relaxed and usable area, perfect for either work or downtime. The decor is minimalist yet warm, with thoughtful touches like a dresser and seating nook by the window. The bathroom, though beautifully designed with modern tile and a large walk-in shower, was where things fell apart. Shockingly, the cold water did not work—an essential feature that shouldn’t be overlooked. This made basic hygiene tasks uncomfortable and frustrating, especially after a long day of travel. To make matters worse, the room door didn’t latch securely unless pushed shut with force—something most guests wouldn’t expect to check. As a result, another guest mistakenly walked into the room—an unnerving and entirely avoidable incident. The hallway and common areas were well-maintained and stylish, but it’s hard to overlook issues with basic maintenance and security, no matter how attractive the surroundings.