"The motel was a little better than average, but the WiFi was terrible.2018-07-09"
"The motel room was hot when I arrived, and it took a few hours to cool off after I turned off the AC. There was a slight smell of mildew. The curtains didn't fully close, so light came in the window. No alarm clock. There seemed to be a lot of paperwork at checkout, and I didn't like that my ID was copied. Consider other options.2018-06-28"
"Poor value. The motel room was tiny and dirty. The amenities were slim to none, and the appliances didn't work. The employees were rude and unaccommodating. I don't recommend staying here.2016-03-29"
"The bed was so hard that it felt like sleeping on a crate with sheets. The bathtub faucet leaked all night. The heating and cooling unit never worked on the auto setting, and the room smelled stale without the air on. The motel staff was wonderful. Be sure to reserve the shuttle; it only runs when requested.2020-03-13"
"The motel staff was great, and the shuttle was convenient.2020-02-19"
"The motel was next to the interstate, so I heard traffic noise all night. The TV remote control didn't work. People talked loudly outside my room. I wouldn't stay here again.2017-05-20"
Midscale, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel
2.5 miles from UNC Charlotte
No swimming pool
24-hour exercise room
Kitchen in every suite
Free WiFi
Free parking
Pet friendly hotel
More > - allows pets up to 80 pounds only, 2 pets per suite - $150 pet fee if staying 7 nights or more - $75 pet fee if staying fewer than 7 nights. - Dec 2020 < Less
"I had an excellent hotel stay. Bring your own food, though; there are no complimentary snacks or meals.2019-04-09"
"We were pleased with our 11-day stay. The room was nice and clean and had a fridge, stove, and microwave. Even though dogs were allowed, the hotel smelled fresh and clean. The bed was so comfortable, and there was also a recliner, a full-sized desk, and wireless Internet. The towels were plush, though we had to take our used ones to the front desk to exchange them for clean towels. There were even washing machines for guests to use for free. The employees were friendly and accommodating. The exercise room was quite small, and there was a guest computer there. No complimentary breakfast, but some items were available for purchase. We walked to Harbor Inn for a delicious, reasonably priced meal.2017-09-08"
"Nice place. I was impressed with the cleanliness and overall appearance of the room. The hotel staff was friendly. I recommend staying here.2016-11-01"
"Everything about this hotel was excellent, and everything I needed was nearby.2023-04-03"
"A bare-bones hotel room with no closet and poor lighting. The ironing board hung from a wall, and the mattress was too soft. Never got my requested wake-up call. Don't stay here.2023-02-28"
"Sketchy neighborhood, but the hotel was quiet and the beds were comfortable. There were 3 connected hotels and a lot of homeless people nearby.2021-07-01"
Budget, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel
Near Carolina Place Mall
3 floors, 107 suites - elevator
No swimming pool
Kitchen in every suite
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking
Pet friendly hotel
More > - allows up to medium-sized pets only, 2 pets per room - $25 per night fee for each pet - $150 maximum per stay fee for each pet. - Mar 2019 < Less
"The hotel was quite basic and not worth the price. The room was dirty and smelled bad, and the staff wasn't friendly. There are plenty of other options.2018-12-29"
"The hotel staff was friendly and helpful. This is the place to stay.2018-01-22"
"The hotel was clean. The bedsheets and towels were crisp and white. My studio had a kitchenette, but no utensils. The decor was dated. Friendly staff. Fine for short stays.2016-06-14"
"The hotel was quite run-down. The down button for the elevator didn't work, and the door handle in my room was broken. People knocked on my door throughout the night, though I had a Do Not Disturb sign on the door. Stay somewhere else.2021-04-11"
"The hotel room had roaches, and I had trouble with the key card. The desk chair was broken. The toilet didn't flush well, and the hot water control in the sink didn't work.2019-08-20"
"The hotel staff went above and beyond for me.2018-10-29"
"There was no water pressure in my hotel room during my stay.2018-02-04"
"The hotel was due for a renovation. The carpet, furniture, and tiles were worn, and the Internet connection didn't work well. OK if you just need a place to sleep.2016-10-29"
"The AC in my room was loud. The hotel clerks were nice, and the free airport shuttle and free park and fly were awesome.2023-02-27"
"Not a good value. The hotel clerk was friendly, but the facility was dated. The walls had mold, the carpet was filthy, and the pillows were stained. Time and Ramada have forgotten this place.2021-09-08"
"The hotel clerks were wonderful; they were friendly and helpful with directions. The restaurant food was unappealing, though the service was great.2019-01-21"
"The hotel room had some pests and the carpet needed cleaning, but my stay was otherwise pleasant.2022-04-03"
"The hotel was in a bad area, and there was construction underway. My room was behind construction plastic, and it was empty. I was moved to a room that wasn't very clean, and the restaurant was closed. Horrible place. Don't stay here.2019-12-15"
"This hotel was worth the price. The employees were helpful and welcoming.2019-11-24"
"The hotel employees were all extremely kind and helpful. Smiles all around from arrival to departure. I'll definitely stay here again.2023-12-17"
"I liked the room layout and the reasonable rates. Good breakfast. Unfortunately, the coffee maker didn't work.2023-07-25"
"I was disappointed. The hotel room wasn't clean, and I wasn't told I'd have to request housekeeping service ahead of time. There weren't enough handicap parking spaces. No breakfast because of Covid.2021-03-23"
"Not a good stay. The room was dirty and in disarray. I woke at 2 AM to find two strangers in the room; the hotel clerk mistakenly gave them keys to the room.2020-11-08"
"I had a pleasant stay. The hotel was reasonably priced and near the city. The beds were comfortable and clean. I highly recommend staying here.2019-05-17"
"The hotel room was clean, but the bathroom needed cleaning around the toilets. The front desk clerks were nice, but loud and unprofessional at times. The vending machine kept giving me the wrong drink. Don't stay here if you want professional service.2016-03-01"
"The TV was damaged, and we were initially blamed. We moved to another room. The front piece of the AC fell off when we turned it on. The fridge didn't work and leaked water on the floor. There were cigarette burns on everything. Don't stay at this motel.2021-09-26"
"This was my most horrible motel experience ever. The staff was rude, especially management. Don't waste your money; stay somewhere else.2018-06-08"
"Good motel overall. Not enough toilet paper provided; I had to go to the desk and get more.2018-05-08"
"The hotel clerk was rude, and there was nowhere to park my truck.2019-10-10"
"The bed in my hotel room sagged and was uncomfortable.2017-04-14"
"The hotel looked cheap. The furniture was ratty, and the bed linens had cigarette burns. The sofas in the lobby were threadbare. Pleasant staff, though. Stay elsewhere.2015-07-18"
"Not a nice location; there seemed to be a lot of crime in the area. Don't stay at this motel.2019-03-25"
"The motel was overdue for an update. I didn't like that I couldn't pay with cash, and I didn't like waking up to a crime scene van in the parking lot.2019-02-06"
"There was often no water at this motel.2019-01-25"
"All the hotel employees were nice, and we slept well.2022-07-25"
"The hotel appearance was disgusting. There were homeless people sleeping in the parking lot. The bedspreads were stained, and the bathtub was dirty. Don't stay here.2022-03-24"
"This hotel was worth the price. It was clean, and the staff was helpful.2020-11-22"
"Everything went well and breakfast was good, but there were about 10 roaches in the bathroom. Don't stay at this hotel.2016-04-16"
"The interior was better than the exterior. Nice room, but my experience was frustrating. The key card didn't work, so I returned to the front desk to have it reset. When I went back to the room, I found it was already occupied. The hotel clerk acted like the mistake was mine, then wrote the mistaken room number on my key again. At that point I asked for a room on a different floor.2015-10-24"
"A pretty good hotel. It was fairly quiet.2021-03-08"
"Good hotel stay. I didn't have any problems.2018-03-12"
"Finding the hotel office wasn't easy, and finding my room was even more difficult. There was remodeling going on, and they were working on the walls right outside my room.2016-04-25"
"When we tried to check in, we were told the room was being cleaned and we should come back later. Hours later, we were told the same thing. We didn't get into our hotel room until 2 AM. Not happy.2015-05-06"
"The hotel was dated, and the hallways smelled like stale cigarette smoke. The bed linens were soft and clean, and the toilet was clean. If you just need a low-cost place to sleep near the airport, this place is fine, but I wouldn't stay here for any length of time.2020-06-17"
"The hotel was decent enough for a short stay, but I wouldn't recommend it for a vacation or family stay. The shuttle driver from the airport was pleasant, and the front desk clerk was nice enough. The hallway smelled like mildew and smoke, though it's a non-smoking property. The room was clean, but there was hair on the toilet and in the shower.2020-06-15"
"Room was absolutely filthy and smelled horrible - bed was damaged - there were towels and drinks everywhere - I was appalled by the conditions and refused to stay.2012-10-01"
Most of the hotels in Charlotte are downtown, near Carowinds, the Charlotte Airport and along I-77. You can also find hotels for a variety of budgets throughout the greater Charlotte area.
If you are looking for action-packed entertainment, Charlotte is the place to be. Visit Uptown Charlotte to attend an event at the Spectrum Center or watch the Panthers at the Bank of America Stadium.
Experience life in the fast lane on a day trip to Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord.
For family entertainment spend the day at Carowinds Amusement Park, nicknamed the "Thrill Capital of the Southeast" or cool off in their Boomerang Bay Waterpark. Take the children to Discovery Place.
From dining and nightlife to sports and cultural offerings, Charlotte has something for every visitor. Tour the Billy Graham Library, or act like a local and head to Freedom Park to enjoy the trails, pond, and dog-friendly atmosphere.
The Little Sugar Creek Greenway was completed in 2012 and provides paths for walkers and bicyclists. For a peek at local plant and bird life, stop by the Wing Haven Garden and Bird Sanctuary.
If you like festivals, you'll never want to leave Charlotte, with music festivals, brewer festivals, art festivals, and everything in between. The Carolina Renaissance Festival runs from October through December, and Oktoberfest is, of course, in October.
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Hotel Booking Tips
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