Is there an outside area for drinks and cigars?

Great questions! Thank you for asking. Guests are welcome to drinks purchased from our outlets on property. Drinks purchased from outside sources may be consumed in guest rooms only. There is a designated smoking area in front of the hotel at this time. As per Duke University policy, the JB Duke - all of Duke University - will be entirely non-smoking later in 2020. Tiffany, JB Duke Hotel

They didn't allow any smoking or vaping when I was there

I don't know about the cigars? I think so? But drinks yes. There was an outdoor area for games, seating, and drinks.