Top 20 Luxury Hotels in Charlotte - Sara Lind's Guide 2024 (2024)

Hip. Romantic. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. 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 co*cktail Lounge offers custom co*cktails 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.

One of the coolest and most ROMANTIC boutique hotels in Charlotte. It also has very cosy rooms.

Hotel rating: 9.1 (superb)

Rooms: 59

Stars: 5

Lovely property. Stylish. 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 co*cktail 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.

Hotel rating: 9.1 (superb)

Rooms: 180

Stars: 5

Relaxing atmosphere. Unique. Good breakfast. Popular among couples. 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.

I rate this as one of the most RELAXING resorts in Charlotte.

Hotel rating: 9.1 (superb)

Rooms: 24

Stars: 5

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Delightful property. Nice style. Lovely interior design. Popular among couples. Situated in Charlotte, 600 metres from Spectrum Center, Grand Bohemian Hotel Charlotte, Autograph Collection features accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also has a restaurant and a terrace. The property is 80 metres from the city centre and 400 metres from Blumenthal Performing Arts Center. Rooms come with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, and some rooms at the hotel have a city view. Guests at Grand Bohemian Hotel Charlotte, Autograph Collection can enjoy an American breakfast. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Mint Museum of Craft Design, Bank of America Stadium and NASCAR Hall of Fame. The nearest airport is Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 9 km from Grand Bohemian Hotel Charlotte, Autograph Collection.

Hotel rating: 9 (superb)

Rooms: 42

Stars: 4

Stylish. Cosy rooms. Great interior design. Situated in Charlotte, 1.3 km from SouthPark Mall, Canopy By Hilton Charlotte SouthPark features accommodation with free bikes, private parking, a fitness centre and a shared lounge. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 7.1 km from Freedom Park. An American breakfast is available each morning at the hotel. There is an in-house bar and guests can also make use of the business area. Mint Museum of Art is 7.6 km from Canopy By Hilton Charlotte SouthPark, while Billy Graham Library is 8.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 11 km from the accommodation.

Hotel rating: 8.9 (fabulous)

Rooms: 141

Stars: 4

Trendy. Great views. Rooftop bar. Set in the heart of Uptown Charlotte, this Kimpton hotel offers crafted co*cktails and shareable bar snacks at Merchant & Trade, a Modern-style rooftop bar 19 levels above Romare Bearden Park. Shopping at Epicenter is 8 minutes' walk away. Nosh at the Italian-inspired American restaurant, Angeline's. Merchant & Trade also offers a indoor bar-lounge, outdoor terrace, and private terrace ideal for private events from 15 to 150 guests. Rooms and suites boast a flat-screen cable TV, a pillow-top mattress, and a Carrera marble bathroom with Atelier Bloem bath amenities. Kick back with a park view in some Kimpton Tryon Park Hotel suites. Personalised service extends to the 24-hour front desk. Soul-soothing outdoor yoga classes are hosted on the rooftop terrace and a full-service spa is available. The fitness centre offers cardiovascular and strength training equipment. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center is 400 metres from Kimpton Tryon Park Hotel, while Mint Museum of Craft Design is 500 metres away. The nearest airport is Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 9 km from the property.

This hotel has outstanding views, a popular rooftop bar and a cool rooftop restaurant.

Hotel rating: 9 (superb)

Rooms: 214

Stars: 4

Great location. Rooftop bar. Popular among women. Featuring a terrace and a bar, AC Hotel by Marriott Charlotte SouthPark is located in Charlotte, 700 metres from SouthPark Mall and 6.4 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 provides room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests. Freedom Park is 6.7 km from the hotel, while Spectrum Center is 10 km away. The nearest airport is Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 12 km from AC Hotel by Marriott Charlotte SouthPark.

Hotel rating: 9 (superb)

Rooms: 148

Stars: 4

Relaxing atmosphere. Nice interior design. Great value. Renaissance Charlotte SouthPark Hotel is a boutique-style hotel located a 1 minute drive from dining and shopping options at SoutPark Mall. Guest can take a refreshing plunge in the pool. An on-site restaurant is provided. Rooms feature flat screen TVs with cable channels and iPod docking stations. A coffee maker and a small refrigerator are provided. A work desk and safe are included as well. A fitness centre with cardiovascular equipment and free weights is provided. The Flagstones restaurant offers a wide range of American cuisine. Guests can enjoy all-day dining to the sounds of the atrium fountain. The Lobby Bar is open for dinner, serving casual food and beverages. Renaissance Charlotte SouthPark Hotel is a 1 minute drive from Piedmont Row. Uptown Charlotte is 10.4 km from the property.

Hotel rating: 8.5 (very good)

Rooms: 6

Stars: 4

Luxury Hotel. Highly elegant. Popular among couples. 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.

In my judgement this could be the most ELEGANT luxury hotel in Charlotte. And it is very popular among couples travelling to Charlotte.

Hotel rating: 8.7 (fabulous)

Rooms: 139

Stars: 5

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.

Hotel rating: 9.2 (superb)

Rooms: 136

Stars: 4

Charming. Historic property. Comfortable beds. Centrally located in downtown Charlotte, this historic hotel has been open since 1929 and features unique architecture. Free WiFi, and luxurious rooms with a flat-screen TV are provided. Plush bathrobes are offered in every room. Each is decorated in elegant 18th-century European furnishings. A 24-hour business center and a concierge desk are offered at Dunhill Hotel. Guests will also appreciate free passes to the nearby fitness center. The Asbury, open for breakfast and dinner, serves Southern United States cuisine made from fresh ingredients. The Lounge has a full drink menu and features live music. A Wine Social is offered every Wednesday night. The Spectrum Center and the Charlotte Convention Center are both one-half mile away. The Levine Museum of the New South is 5 minutes’ walk away.

I would describe this as the most CHARMING luxury hotel in Charlotte.

Hotel rating: 8.3 (very good)

Rooms: 60

Stars: 4

Great breakfast. Popular among women. Offering an indoor pool and a fitness centre, Embassy Suites Charlotte/Ayrsley is located in Sterling. Guests can enjoy a free cooked-to-order breakfast. WiFi is available. All suites and studios are furnished with an iron and hairdryer. Rooms feature a flat-screen TV. Guests will enjoy the convenience of a microwave and a small refrigerator. A desk with an ergonomic chair is also offered. Private bathrooms feature a bath or shower. At Charlotte/Ayrsley Embassy Suites you will find a business centre, 24-hour front desk, and laundrette. A 24 hour Pavilion Pantry Market and complimentary beverage area are provided. The Manager’s Reception includes free beverages and appetizers to guests. Carowinds Amusem*nt Park is 11 minutes’ drive from the property while Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden is 27 minutes’ drive. Charlotte Douglas International Airport is a 17.3 km drive from this Charlotte Embassy Suites.

Hotel rating: 8.8 (fabulous)

Rooms: 170

Stars: 4

Superb breakfast. Popular among women. Embassy Suites by Hilton Charlotte Uptown is conveniently located within walking distance to the Charlotte Convention Center. Guests can start their day with a complimentary breakfast and then take a dip in the indoor pool. Refreshing co*cktails are served at the on-site bar. The NASCAR Hall of Fame is a 1 minute walk away. Room at the Embassy Suites feature a flat-screen TV with cable channels. A microwave and small refrigerator are provided as well. Guests will enjoy the comfort of a seating area with a sofa. Business travelers will appreciate the convenience of a business centre and meeting space. Guests can work up a sweat in the on-site fitness centre. Embassy Suites provides a nightly Evening Reception that features complimentary light appetizers and beverages. An on-site Starbucks® provides guests with a variety of beverage options. Epicenter is 400 metres from the hotel, while Time Warner Cable Arena is 400 metres from the property. The nearest airport is Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 9 km from Embassy Suites by Hilton Charlotte.

This hotel has a highly rated breakfast!

Hotel rating: 8.8 (fabulous)

Rooms: 300

Stars: 4

Historic. Relaxing atmosphere. Rooftop pool. Omni Charlotte Hotel envelopes you in ultimate comfort with a signature touch of genuine North Carolina hospitality. This luxury hotel sparkles in the heart of Charlotte’s financial district and is 2.5 blocks from the Charlotte Convention Center and many of the city’s other cultural and entertainment highlights. From quesadillas to co*cktails, smoothies to Starbucks, bagels to hearty breakfast buffets, for just about anything you crave there is a dining option right outside your door at Omni Charlotte Hotel.

This hotel has a unique rooftop pool.

Hotel rating: 8.5 (very good)

Rooms: 357

Stars: 4

Just 10 minutes from Charlotte Douglas International Airport and 15 minutes from downtown Charlotte, North Carolina, this hotel includes a sauna and indoor pool. Airport shuttle service is available. The suites at Hilton Charlotte Airport, NC provide a separate living area and are equipped with a flat-screen TV and iPod docking station. They are furnished with a sofa and work desk. This Charlotte, North Carolina hotel offers a gym, and on-site restaurant. Concierge and room service are also available. Johnson C Smith University is 15 minutes from Hilton Charlotte Airport, NC. The Mint Museum of Art is 20 minutes from the hotel.

Hotel rating: 8.1 (very good)

Rooms: 297

Stars: 4

Located in Charlotte, North Carolina, Le Méridien Charlotte features a rooftop bar and lounge, and an outdoor pool. Charlotte Douglas international Airport is 12 minutes’ drive away. Coffee-making facilities come standard in each room at the Le Méridien Charlotte. A flat-screen cable TV, ironing facilities, and a private bathroom are included. Other facilities offered include luggage storage, dry cleaning and a laundry services. The Bank of America Stadium is 2.5 km away. Guests will be just 1.1 km from Charlotte Convention Center.

Hotel rating: 7.8 (pleasant)

Rooms: 10

Stars: 4

Great views. Great location. This hotel is next to the Charlotte Convention Center and near the Bank of America Stadium, home of the Panthers. The hotel offers an on-site restaurant .The light rail is located directly in front of the hotel. The Westin Charlotte features a 49-inch flat-screen TV with premium channels in every guest room. Free Starbucks coffee is also included in each room. Guests at the Charlotte Westin can use the fitness center or have a drink in the hotel's SoCo Bar. JP Charlotte, also on-site, serves American cuisine and fine wines. The Blumenthal Performing Arts Center and Discovery Place are within one mile of the Westin in Charlotte. The Epicentre dining and entertainment area is .6 km away.

Hotel rating: 8.3 (very good)

Rooms: 721

Stars: 4

Comfortable beds. This Sonesta Charlotte Executive Park features an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Complimentary property-wide WiFi is provided. Carowinds amusem*nt and water park is a 10 minutes' drive from the property. A flat-screen cable TV, iPod docking station, and large desk are standard in every room. The en suite has a granite counter top, free toiletries, and backlit mirror. Some suites include a separate seating area with a sofa. A fitness centre, and outdoor deck with a firepit. The hotel also offers 15,000 square feet of meeting spaces and paid daily self-parking. Charlotte-Douglas International Airport is just 11 minutes’ drive from this hotel. Guests will be an 11 minutes’ drive from both the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art and the NASCAR Hall of Fame. Mint Museum is 14.6 km away. National White Water Center is 29.1 km from Sonesta Charlotte. The Billy Graham Library is 5.6 km away. Food For Thought Restaurant & Bar serves a New American menu including Carolina Blue Crab Cakes and local fish, as well as local brewery selections on tap. The Food For Thought Restaurant menu can also be ordered at the pool.

Hotel rating: 7.8 (pleasant)

Rooms: 299

Stars: 4

Charming. Charlotte Marriott City Center is located in the heart of downtown Charlotte. The hotel offers complimentary WiFi in public areas. Facilities include a 24-hour fitness centre. Parking is offered for a fee. The air-conditioned rooms of Marriott Charlotte City Center feature modern decor. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV with cable. A coffee maker and small refrigerator are provided as well. Some rooms offer access to the M Club Lounge. Guests can enjoy full service dining at Stoke Charlotte, which serves American cuisine for lunch and dinner. Coco & the Director, a coffee shop and co-lab space, is on site serving locally roasted coffee alongside local events, music and limited-edition local food selections. The Charlotte Marriott City Center is less than 2 km from the NASCAR Hall of Fame and the Bank of America Stadium. The Nature Museum and Discovery Place is a 7 minutes' walk from the hotel.

Hotel rating: 8.3 (very good)

Rooms: 17

Stars: 4

Cool. Comfortable beds. Great value. Popular among women. Located in North Carolina, this hotel provides 24-hour free shuttle services to Charlotte Douglas International Airport. The hotel features an outdoor pool and rooms are furnished with flat-screen cable TVs. Every room at the Doubletree Hotel Charlotte Airport includes an iPod docking station and a coffee maker. For added convenience, a hairdryer and ironing facilities are also available in each room. Charlotte Airport Doubletree Hotel offers local area transportation. A gym is on-site along with a full-service business center. The Doubletree Charlotte Airport is nearby corporate offices including General Dynamics, Goodrich and General Electric. Downtown Charlotte is 7 miles away. The hotel also offers easy access to Interstate 77.

This hotel has super comfortable beds.

Hotel rating: 7.9 (pleasant)

Rooms: 165

Stars: 4