Visiting Charlotte means being immersed in warm Southern hospitality, Old World elegance, and centuries of history and culture. Located in the city’s heart, iconic 19th and early 20th century homes have been lovingly restored and converted to hotels to offer comfortable and luxurious romantic getaways, preserving the city’s spirit while providing facilities such as conference rooms, spas, pools, libraries, and gourmet restaurants.
Kimpton Tryon Park Hotel
Dubbed the Crown Jewel of Uptown Charlotte, Kimpton Tryon Park Hotel is one of the area’s premier hotels and a fantastic place to stay whether you’re there for business or leisure. With lovely and romantic rooms perfect for couples, the hotel marries Southern traditions of hospitality with its own brand of personalized service. After a day out exploring Charlotte or enjoying the city’s attractions, guests can head to the hotel’s rooftop bar to sip on expertly crafted cocktails from 19-stories above ground level. Back in the hotel room, guests can rest their heads on luxurious bed linens and fluffy pillows for the day.
303 S. Church Street, Charlotte, North Carolina 28202, Phone: 704-445-2626
The Ivey's Hotel
Designed in the early 1920s by renowned architect William H. Peeps as the J.B. Ivey & Company Department Store, The Ivey's Hotel is an elegant oasis in Charlotte’s Uptown central entertainment and business district. This 42-room boutique hotel combines the city’s historical vibe with modern facilities. Located across from the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center and a short walk from the Levine Museum of the New South, the Ivey’s features mid-century and art deco furnishings, suites with living rooms, balconies, and modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi, mini-bars, flat-screen TVs, and Nespresso machines. Some rooms open to an atrium. Suites also have living rooms, wet bars, and balconies. The club lounge serves free evening drinks.
127 North Tryon Street - Charlotte, NC 28202, Phone: 704-228-1111
The Duke Mansion
One of Charlotte's most iconic buildings and a wonderful example of colonial revival architecture, The Duke Mansion was built in 1915 as a home of Zeb Taylor. Several owners later, James Buchanan Duke bought this elegant Southern home for his daughter and tripled it in size. It became one of his many legacies, together with Duke University and the Duke Endowment. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the mansion was opened in 1998 as a meeting center and historic inn, operating as a nonprofit organization. All proceeds are used to maintain and protect the mansion as a community treasure. It now offers 20 uniquely decorated opulent guest rooms with all modern amenities, a business center, a library, and a lovingly tended 4.5-acre garden.
400 Hermitage Road, Charlotte, NC 28207, Phone: 704-714-4400
The Dunhill Hotel
The Dunhill Hotel , one of Charlotte’s most elegant hotels, is located in the city’s thriving Uptown neighborhood. It is known for its typical Southern hospitality, elegant accommodation, and modern amenities and is an oasis of tranquility amidst the bustling city. The Dunhill was originally opened in 1929 as the Mayfair Manor apartment hotel. The meticulous renovation has retained the building’s charm conceived by famous architect Louis Ashbury and has brought it into the 21st century by providing the amenities modern guests expect from world-class hotels. The Dunhill has 60 beautifully appointed rooms with a distinct 1920s ambiance, marble bathrooms, luxurious linens, writing desks, and elegant décor combined with modern amenities such as flat-screen televisions, Keurig coffee makers, iPod docking stations, and wireless internet access. The hotel restaurant The Asbury is considered one of Charlotte’s best restaurants.
237 North Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28202, Phone: 704-332-4141
The Ballantyne Hotel & Lodge
Located less than 9 miles from Carowinds and South Park and less than 18 miles from Uptown Charlotte, The Ballantyne Hotel & Lodge is one of Charlotte’s Luxury Collection Hotels. The Ballantyne offers its guests gracious Southern service, elegant and beautifully decorated accommodations, and a range of modern amenities. The hotel has a number of diverse luxury rooms, a private cottage, and the lodge. All rooms have 10-foot ceilings, picture windows, plush bedding, an executive desk, a dresser, Bose Wave Radio, complimentary wireless internet, a television, and a marble bathroom with shower and oval tubs. Facilities include the spa, indoor and outdoor pool, sauna, whirlpool, golf, tennis, gym, gourmet restaurant, free afternoon tea, and 24-hour room service. The hotel offers indoor and outdoor meeting facilities. Guests can use a complimentary shuttle within 1 mile of the hotel.
10000 Ballantyne Commons Parkway, Charlotte, NC 28277, Phone: 704-248-4000
The Ritz-Carlton Charlotte
A part of Charlotte’s busy, modern Uptown, The Ritz-Carlton Charlotte is an LEED Gold-certified sophisticated and sleek luxury hotel. Surrounded by Charlotte’s art and culture offerings, The Ritz combines sophistication, warm Southern hospitality, and all modern amenities. It features innovative restaurants, spectacular views, a penthouse spa, and a rooftop garden.
201 East Trade Street, Charlotte, NC 28202, Phone: 704-547-2244
The Morehead Inn
The Morehead Inn is located in Dillworth, one of Charlotte’s most scenic neighborhoods, minutes from uptown Charlotte. This elegant structure was built in 1917 for local businessman C. C. Coddington and his family and was originally called the Coddington House. This luxury private residence was converted in 1984 into the Morehead Inn. Spacious and elegant, it has been furnished with fine antiques, warm fireplaces, opulent private rooms, and a beautiful private four-bedroom carriage house. The guests enjoy complimentary wireless internet and breakfast. The inn’s indoor and outdoor spaces are so elegant and beautiful that they often serve as a venue for local celebrations and gatherings.
1122 E. Morehead Street, Charlotte, NC 28204, Phone: 704-376-3357
Grand Bohemian Hotel Charlotte, Autograph Collection
Described as a “boutique hotel dreamscape”, Grand Bohemian Hotel Charlotte, Autograph Collection , is a luxurious place to stay right in the heart of Uptown Charlotte. It is a standout accommodation to stay in with its uniquely and vibrantly designed guest rooms, its pet-friendly amenities, and culturally designed interiors. From the hotel, guests can explore nearby destinations and attractions such as the NASCAR Hall of Fame, Trust Field, and Romare Bearden park. Meanwhile, the hotel offers great restaurants to feast on eclectic menu offerings, a rooftop bar for drinks, and as well as beautiful and versatile event spaces to utilize for events like weddings and business meetings.
201 West Trade Street, Charlote, North Carolina, 28202, Phone: 704-372-1877
Canopy By Hilton Charlotte Southpark
In the heart of Charlotte’s business district is the modern and romantic Canopy By Hilton Charlotte Southpark . Home to 150 lovely guestrooms, Canopy welcomes guests to enjoy its fantastic accommodations and amenities from its convenient location adjacent to the city’s South Park Mall. Additionally, the hotel offers free WiFi, streaming services on in-room televisions, a fitness center, lovely restaurants, and spectacular room service. The hotel is just 10 minutes away from Freedom Park and a free local shuttle is the perfect means to explore the town’s attractions as well as those of downtown Charlotte. For those who want a different way to explore, the hotel is near Canopy Bike, which offers bike rentals.
4905 Barclay Downs Drive, Charlotte, North Carolina 28210, Phone: 704-442-1715
