What's Southwest Raleigh Like?
If you're in search of the perfect part of the city to explore, consider Southwest Raleigh. While you're here, you can spend a relaxing day at J.C. Raulston Arboretum and Pullen Park. There's plenty more to see, including Lake Johnson and J.S. Dorton Arena.
Where are the Best Places to Stay in Southwest Raleigh?
We have 163 accommodations in the neighborhood. Here are some of our travelers' favorite places to stay in Southwest Raleigh:
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Raleigh-University Area
Hotel with bar- Free breakfast • Free parking • Free WiFi • Fitness center • Attentive staff
Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary
Hotel with outdoor pool, restaurant- Free breakfast • Free parking • Free WiFi • Outdoor pool • Central location
The Casso, Raleigh, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Hotel with restaurant, bar- Free WiFi • 24-hour fitness center • 24-hour front desk • Attentive staff
The StateView Hotel, Autograph Collection
Hotel with outdoor pool, restaurant- Free parking • Free WiFi • 24-hour fitness center • Bar • Central location
Four Points by Sheraton Raleigh Arena
Hotel with restaurant, bar- Free parking • Free WiFi • Outdoor pool • 24-hour fitness center • Central location
How to Get to Southwest Raleigh
Flying to:
- Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), 8.6 mi (13.8 km) from Southwest Raleigh
Things to See and Do in and around Southwest Raleigh
What to See in Southwest Raleigh
- North Carolina State University
- Lake Johnson
- J.S. Dorton Arena
- William Neal Reynolds Coliseum
- Gov. James B. Hunt, Jr. Horse Complex
Things to Do in Southwest Raleigh
- J.C. Raulston Arboretum
- North Carolina State Fairgrounds
- WRAL Azalea Gardens
- Joel Lane Museum House
- Kentwood Park
Other Popular Southwest Raleigh Attractions
- Carter-Finley Stadium
- Pullen Park
- Lenovo Center
- Dorothea Dix Park
- Historic Yates Mill County Park