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Sweet Suite - Close to Downtown!

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A two-story house with a front porch, a small front yard, and a tree with white flowers.
A bedroom with a bed, a purple sofa, and various wall decorations.
A bedroom with a large bed, a side table, a purple chair, and a window with blinds.
A modern kitchen with a central island, white cabinets, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A modern kitchen with a dishwasher, stove, microwave, and a sliding door leading to a bathroom.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Shaw University

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Raleigh, NC
  • Place, Shaw University
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Atlantic Union Bank Convention Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Red Hat Amphitheater
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Number of living rooms

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About the neighborhood

Raleigh

Downtown Raleigh, a neighborhood in Raleigh, is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Randleigh Farm and William B. Umstead State Park, while Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek and North Carolina Theatre are cultural highlights. Check out an event or a game at Carter-Finley Stadium, and consider making time for North Carolina State Fairgrounds, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Raleigh, NC

What's nearby

  • John Chavis Memorial Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Shaw University - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Atlantic Union Bank Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Moore Square - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Red Hat Amphitheater - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Raleigh Union Station - 8 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cook Out - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mr. Burro - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Little Native Coffee Co. - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sweet Suite - Close to Downtown! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sweet Suite - Close to Downtown!?

As of Nov 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sweet Suite - Close to Downtown! on Nov 2, 2026 start from $170, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sweet Suite - Close to Downtown!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sweet Suite - Close to Downtown!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sweet Suite - Close to Downtown! located?

Located in Downtown Raleigh, this vacation home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from John Chavis Memorial Park and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from North Carolina State University. South Park Historic District and Shaw University are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place! Meet all of our needs for this trip. Darla was very responsive and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the best place I have stayed in to date. Clean, comfortable and a great host. I honestly felt sad leaving today. It just felt like home.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 21, 2026
Thanks Shannon, it was a pleasure to host you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and the neighborhood is amazing.Darla was a super sweet host.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good place to stay

Nice place quite neighborhood
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I had a wonderful stay at Darla’s VRBO just outside downtown Raleigh. The location was perfect… close enough to enjoy everything the city has to offer, but tucked away enough to feel peaceful and relaxing.The home was clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully prepared with everything we needed. You can tell Darla truly cares about guests. communication was easy, welcoming, and attentive without being intrusive.It was the perfect balance of convenience and quiet, and I would absolutely stay here again. Highly recommend to anyone visiting the Raleigh area!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 5, 2026
Thanks Karolanne, so glad you enjoyed it!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Overall, it was a great stay and Darla was a lovely host. The unit itself is perfect for a nights rest and it had everything a couple could need for a few more nights as well. My only main issue were the tenants right next to me, in the connecting unit. Not to be a player hater but constantly hearing love making sessions especially at 8 in the morning was annoying. When we arrived it was the same issue. I mean if I'm going to pay to be here, and have to listen to that, I'd at least like the option to get to pick the participants that I'm forced to listen to-While we understood that we would be hearing some noises, we didn't know that the sounds would be that prominent. So while, the location and unit itself is in great shape, it did feel as if I was back in my beginner apartment where you could hear everything and it did damper the experience a bit.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 12, 2025
I'm sorry you had to hear that Andrianna...yes, sound does travel very easily between the units and I hope to be able to figure out how to resolve that issue. I'm glad you enjoyed the stay otherwise...and I enjoyed hosting you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Darla was a stellar host. Before we arrived she asked what brought us in town and provided a list of things to do and places to eat. Overall a great location, easily accessible, and very clean. A few times we saw her outside of the premises tending to the yard or the other unit. Nice to see someone take pride in there spaces. Thank you again for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 9, 2026
Thanks Dion, it was a pleasure to host you guys!
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