Situated in the state's south-central region and just 15 minutes from the South Carolina border, Charlotte, North Carolina, offers a variety of tourist attractions including Lowe's Motor Speedway, the NASCAR Hall of Fame and ImaginOn, a combined children's library and theater. Many of the city's lodging establishments reside in the bustling Uptown region, home to numerous landmarks and various LYNX Blue Line stops, Charlotte's light rail system.
The Dunhill Hotel, located in the city's historic Uptown region, opened its doors in 1929. Today, the hotel's 60 18th-century European-inspired guestrooms feature such amenities as armoires, writing desks, marble bathrooms, wireless Internet access and iPod docking stations or CD players. Some of the rooms offer four-poster beds and walk-in showers with dual shower heads. Additional services include valet and self-parking, complimentary shoe shines and turndown service.
The Dunhill Hotel
237 N. Tryon St.
Charlotte, NC 28202
704-332-4141
dunhillhotel.com
The Duke Mansion features high-end decor and lush grounds, French doors, marble floors and private gardens. The hotel provides various meeting rooms, including a solarium and a conference room, all of which offer catering services and audio-visual equipment. The 20 guestrooms include private bathrooms, bathrobes, toiletries, high-speed Internet access and a nightly treat. All guests receive free breakfast, highly influenced by Southern cuisine.
The Duke Mansion
400 Hermitage Road
Charlotte, NC 28207
704-714-4400
dukemansion.com
Located near the city center, the Super 8 Charlotte Downtown Area offers guestrooms that include complimentary high-speed Internet access, microwaves, refrigerators, irons, ironing boards and hairdryers. Some King rooms include whirlpool bathtubs. Hotel amenities include complimentary continental breakfast and a swimming pool.
Super 8 Charlotte Downtown Area
505 Clanton Road
Charlotte, NC 28217
704-523-1404
super8.com
The Motel 6 Charlotte South #128 sits halfway between downtown and the Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Rooms include either full- or queen-size beds. Choose between smoking and nonsmoking facilities. Amenities include free local phone calls, on-site parking, coffee in the lobby, a swimming pool and laundry facilities.
Motel 6 Charlotte South #128
3430 Saint Vardell Lane
Charlotte, NC 28217
704-527-0144
motel6.com