We have created a list with the best central luxury hotels in North Carolina, USA. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Mia Dahl & Kent Berg. Updated March 2024.
Trendy. Creative. Cosy rooms. This luxury boutique hotel is located in Downtown Charlotte and features a continental breakfast in the Library Lounge and free WiFi. The Mint Museum of Craft Design is 100 metres away. Sophia Cocktail Lounge offers custom cocktails and light appetisers. The Library Lounge breakfast includes locally sourced pastries, freshly ground coffee, and free local and national newspapers. Rooms include a 55-inch 4K flat-screen TV, mini bar, and an en suite outfitted entirely white marble. Select rooms include a floating bathtub. Extras include Frette Italian linen and a single-serving Nespresso coffee machine. The front desk and 457-metre fitness centre are open 24 hours. Exercise equipment available includes treadmills, ellipticals, and strength machines. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center is 100 metres from The Ivey's Hotel, while Epicenter is 300 metres away. The nearest airport is Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 9 km from the property.Show full description
Very clean. Rooftop bar.Opened November 2020. Set in Charlotte, 300 metres from Mint Museum of Craft Design, JW Marriott Charlotte offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a shared lounge. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can enjoy American and Italian dishes at the restaurant or have a cocktail at the bar. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a safety deposit box, a TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At JW Marriott Charlotte all rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. The accommodation offers an à la carte or American breakfast. JW Marriott Charlotte offers a sun terrace. Popular points of interest near the hotel include NASCAR Hall of Fame, Spectrum Center and Blumenthal Performing Arts Center. The nearest airport is Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 9 km from JW Marriott Charlotte.Show full description
This luxury hotel has exceptional cleanliness and a popular rooftop bar.
Elegant. Good breakfast. Friendly staff. Featuring a spa and resort-style pools, this hotel is located in the lovely Ballantyne Community of Charlotte, North Carolina. A flat-screen TV, desk, minibar, plush bedding and full length mirror are included in all rooms at The Ballantyne, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Charlotte. A bathrobe and slippers are included in the marble-tiled bathroom as well as luxury bath amenities. The rooms feature large windows and ten-foot ceilings. Enjoy room service, afternoon tea or the on-site Gallery Restaurant offering regionally inspired cuisine. Guests can relax in the indoor pool, at the salon, or on the sun terrace. A fitness center and walking trails are also available. SouthPark Mall, which offers high-end shopping venues, is 13.5 km away from The Ballantyne Hotel. The U.S. National Whitewater Center, where guests can go rafting and kayaking, is 25 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
Opened April 2022. Situated in Asheville, 9 km from Biltmore Estate, The Restoration Asheville features accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is 500 metres from the city centre and 300 metres from Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville. The rooms at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The Restoration Asheville provides some rooms that have a balcony, and rooms are equipped with a coffee machine. At the accommodation rooms have bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near The Restoration Asheville include Basilica of Saint Lawrence, Lexington Glassworks and Memorial Stadium. The nearest airport is Asheville Regional Airport, 19 km from the hotel.Show full description
Hip. Creative. Comfortable beds. Located in Raleigh, 1.1 km from State Capitol, The Casso, Raleigh, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel provides accommodation with free bikes, private parking, a fitness centre and a shared lounge. With a bar, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, an ATM and luggage storage for guests. At the hotel, all rooms are fitted with a desk and a flat-screen TV. At The Casso, Raleigh, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel each room comes with bed linen and towels. An à la carte breakfast is available daily at the accommodation. At The Casso, Raleigh, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel you will find a restaurant serving American cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Museum of Natural Sciences, North Carolina Museum of History and North Carolina General Assembly. The nearest airport is Raleigh-Durham International Airport, 21 km from The Casso, Raleigh, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the coolest luxury hotels in North Carolina. It also has super comfortable beds and a great location!
Very central. Cool. Cosy rooms. The Wells Cashiers in Cashiers has 5-star accommodation with a shared lounge. All units in the hotel are equipped with a coffee machine. Complete with a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, all rooms at The Wells Cashiers have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms also boast a balcony. At the accommodation the rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. The Wells Cashiers offers a business centre, free WiFi access and free private parking. The nearest airport is Asheville Regional Airport, 75 km from the hotel.Show full description
Stylish. Great views. The Greystone Inn has a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Lake Toxaway. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The accommodation features a concierge service and a tour desk for guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a safety deposit box, a TV and a private bathroom with a shower. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Guests at The Greystone Inn will be able to enjoy activities in and around Lake Toxaway, like hiking, skiing and cycling. The nearest airport is Asheville Regional Airport, 62 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Newly opened, August 2023. Located 8.4 km from Biltmore Estate, Zelda Dearest offers 4-star accommodation in Asheville and features a bar. The property is around 2.9 km from Botanical Gardens at Asheville, 8.9 km from Folk Art Center and 20 km from North Carolina Arboretum. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. All rooms in the hotel are fitted with a kettle. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, all units at Zelda Dearest have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and certain rooms here will provide you with a terrace. The units will provide guests with a fridge. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville, Lexington Glassworks and Memorial Stadium. The nearest airport is Asheville Regional Airport, 18 km from Zelda Dearest.Show full description
Great views. Popular among business travellers. The Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins is situated in Chimney Rock. This hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. Guests can enjoy mountain views. At the hotel, rooms have a balcony. Some rooms are equipped with a kitchenette with a microwave and a toaster. At The Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins rooms are equipped with a TV with cable channels. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Chimney Rock, like fishing. Asheville is 32 km from The Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins, while Lake Lure is 5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Asheville Regional Airport, 26 km from the hotel.Show full description
Very clean. Comfortable beds. Situated in Kitty Hawk Beach, a few steps from Kitty Hawk Beach, Saltaire Cottages features accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a terrace and a private beach area. This 5-star hotel features free WiFi and barbecue facilities. Some rooms at the property have a patio with pool view. The rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a fridge, an oven, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. Rooms have a private bathroom, while certain rooms come with a balcony and others also boast a sea view. At the hotel the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. Southern Shores Beach is 2.6 km from Saltaire Cottages.Show full description
Central. The Carolina Inn, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel, is adjacent to the campus of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. This historic hotel features a flat-screen TV in each room and a fitness centre on site. Free Wi-Fi and satellite channels are included in the classically decorated guestrooms of this Chapel Hill hotel. Some rooms provide a microwave and small refrigerator for extra convenience. A launderette and a gift shop are both on site at the Carolina Inn of Chapel Hill. Guests will also enjoy access to a business centre, valet parking, and a shuttle service is also available. There are a few dining options on site at this hotel, including Forbes, which serves up-scale Southern American cuisine. A breakfast buffet is also available so guests can start the day off right. This hotel is located in Chapel Hill city centre and is less than 10 minutes’ drive from the North Carolina Botanical Gardens. Battle Park is just 1 mile away.Show full description
Great value. Great restaurant. Offering an outdoor pool, free WiFi access, and a restaurant, this eco-friendly hotel is located 4.6 km from the Greensboro, North Carolina city centre. Greensboro Coliseum Complex is 5.3 km from the Greensboro hotel. A microwave, small refrigerator, and coffee-making facilities are offered in the rooms at Proximity Hotel. A flat-screen cable TV and a seating area are featured as well as a desk. Print Works Bistro, which sources its food from local vendors, serves European-influenced cuisine. The restaurant is open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A wine menu and an outdoor terrace are offered for guests to enjoy. A fitness centre, which offers bicycles for guests to explore the surrounding area, is open 24-hours a day. Wesley Long Hospital is 1.5 km from the hotel. University of North Carolina – Greensboro is 5 minutes’ drive away from Hotel Proximity. Piedmont Triad International Airport is 11 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
Elegant. Great views. Friendly staff. Popular among business travellers. This hotel is located on the sprawling grounds of the historic Biltmore Estate. Guests can take a refreshing plunge in the heated outdoor pool or recharge at the on-site spa. Available exclusively to Biltmore’s overnight guests, Biltmore House Length of Stay daytime admission affords you the time to fully explore George and Edith Vanderbilt’s luxurious family home and the collection of rare and priceless objects that fill it. Dining options are aplenty with a choice of both casual and fine-dining restaurants. WiFi is provided throughout the property. Rooms feature a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Guests will enjoy the classically-inspired furnishings. A 24-hour concierge service is provided on-site. For a quick workout guests can take advantage of the fitness centre. The Spa offers a variety beauty treatments including facials, massages, and pedicures. Convenient laundry and dry-cleaning services are provided at the property. The Dining Room is a refined fine dining restaurant that offers regional cuisine. Library Lounge is casual dining option that features a seasonal menu. Guests can also take advantage of in-room dining for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Spend as much time as you wish immersed in another era, and return as many times as you like. Unlimited visits with no reservations required means you don’t have to miss a thing. Please call 800-858-4130 to secure these tickets. Botanical Gardens at Asheville is 6 km from the inn. Asheville Regional Airport is 21 km away.Show full description
Creative. Nice style. Comfortable beds. Located in Asheville, this boutique hotel features a full kitchen and free WiFi in every suite. The Biltmore Estate and Winery and University of North Carolina Asheville are within 3.4 km away. A flat-screen cable TV and a seating area are standard in all suites at this Asheville Windsor hotel. Extras include hardwood floors and furnishings, a washing machine, and a tumble dryer. A snack bar, concierge services, and ticket services are available at The Windsor - Asheville. The hotel is non-smoking throughout. Guests will be within 5 minutes’ walk of more than 12 pubs and restaurants such as Wicked Weed, Cúrate Spanish tapa bar, and Bouchon French restaurant. The Orange Peel music venue is less than 1 km away.Show full description
This is one of the most CREATIVE boutique hotels in North Carolina.
Super central. Friendly staff. Great location. Located in Asheville, 9 km from Biltmore Estate, Kimpton - Hotel Arras, an IHG Hotel provides accommodation with free bikes, private parking, a fitness centre and a shared lounge. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel has a terrace and city views, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. All units at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Kimpton - Hotel Arras, an IHG Hotel every room comes with bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a continental or an American breakfast. Popular points of interest near Kimpton - Hotel Arras, an IHG Hotel include Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville, Lexington Glassworks and Basilica of Saint Lawrence. The nearest airport is Asheville Regional Airport, 19 km from the hotel.Show full description
Very stylish. Cool. Very clean. Situated in Elon, 40 km from Greensboro Science Center, The Inn at Elon features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can have a drink at the bar. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At The Inn at Elon rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving American cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested. Bennett College is 30 km from The Inn at Elon, while University of North Carolina at Greensboro School of Nursing is 33 km from the property. The nearest airport is Piedmont Triad Airport, 48 km from the hotel.Show full description
One of the most STYLISH boutique hotels in North Carolina.
Highly elegant. Good breakfast. Located in the heart of downtown Charlotte, The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte offers luxurious rooms with a 55" or 65" flat-screen TV. Facilities include an indoor pool and spa. The rooms at The Ritz-Carlton feature a modern and elegant interior. All rooms are equipped with a work desk, and coffee/tea facilities. Room service is available 24/7. As well as an indoor swimming pool, the penthouse spa and wellness center also feature a whirlpool, 5 treatment rooms, relaxation areas, a pink Himalayan salt lounge, and a gym. BLT Steak offers refined steakhouse dining with its modern interior and infusion of classic French techniques. The Lobby Lounge, K Lounge, offers light meals and drinks, while The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte is 0.4 miles from The NASCAR Hall of Fame. The Charlotte Convention Center is 0.8 miles away.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most ELEGANT central luxury hotel in North Carolina.
Superb breakfast. Great value. The University of North Carolina is 7 minutes' drive from this hotel in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The hotel features on-site jogging trails, and guest rooms include an iPod dock. The spacious rooms at Rizzo Center, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel feature a flat-screen cable TV. Each room is decorated in natural colours, a leather chair and wood furniture. A fitness centre and bike rentals are available at the hotel. A free shuttle service within a 8-kilometre radius is offered. Guests can also play pool on the 2 billiard tables. Raleigh-Durham International Airport is 25.4 km from the Conference Center Rizzo. Duke University is 19.2 km away.Show full description
Elegant. Creative. Great breakfast. This Greensboro hotel offers free WiFi. A flat-screen cable TV, microwave, and small refrigerator are provided in every room at this North Carolina O.Henry Hotel. Extras include a sofa bed and CD player. A 24-hour fitness centre on site for added convenience. O. Henry Hotel offers a dry cleaning service for a fee. Green Valley Grill serves Mediterranean cuisine in a Main Dining Room with 9-metre high ceilings, adjacent Copper Dining Room, and outdoor courtyard. Afternoon tea and lobby cocktails are offered as well. The hotel is 6.1 km from Guilford Courthouse National Military Park and 4.6 km from Greensboro Coliseum Complex. Carolina Theatre is 4.6 km away.Show full description
Opened March 2021. Boasting a bar, Hyatt Centric Charlotte SouthPark is set in Charlotte in the North Carolina region, 600 metres from SouthPark Mall and 6.6 km from Mint Museum of Art. Featuring a fitness centre, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers room service, a concierge service and luggage storage for guests. At the hotel, all rooms include a desk. All guest rooms at Hyatt Centric Charlotte SouthPark come with a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a safety deposit box. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy an à la carte or an American breakfast. At Hyatt Centric Charlotte SouthPark you will find a restaurant serving American cuisine. Vegetarian and vegan options can also be requested. Ironing facilities, and a business centre are available, as well as a 24-hour front desk. Freedom Park is 8 km from the hotel, while Billy Graham Library is 10 km from the property. The nearest airport is Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 12 km from Hyatt Centric Charlotte SouthPark.Show full description
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