Luxury hotels in North Carolina

Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in North Carolina. I hope you will like it!

• 1 The Hive Wilmington, United States

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Wilmington. Well located in Wilmington, The Hive provides 5-star accommodation close to Thalian Hall and Bellamy Mansion Museum of History and Design Arts. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has city views, and guests can enjoy access to a terrace. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. Guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. All rooms include a private bathroom, a hairdryer and bed linen. USS North Carolina is 4.6 km from the hotel, while Arlie Gardens is 16 km away. The nearest airport is Wilmington International Airport, 5 km from The Hive. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around $199.

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• 2 JW Marriott Charlotte Charlotte, United States

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Charlotte. Set in Charlotte, 300 metres from Mint Museum Uptown, 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. The property is 800 metres from the city centre and 700 metres from NASCAR Hall of Fame. A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving American, Italian and Seafood cuisine. A gluten-free option can also be requested. JW Marriott Charlotte offers a sun terrace. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Spectrum Center, Blumenthal Performing Arts Center and Bank of America Stadium. The nearest airport is Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 9 km from JW Marriott Charlotte. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around $433.

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• 3 The Ocracoke Harbor Inn Ocracoke, United States

  

  Hotel. Situated 2.8 km from Ocracoke Beach, The Ocracoke Harbor Inn offers 5-star accommodation in Ocracoke and has barbecue facilities. Featuring a shared lounge, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. There is free private parking and the property features free airport shuttle service. All rooms at the hotel are fitted with a seating area. All rooms come with a desk and a flat-screen TV, and some units at The Ocracoke Harbor Inn have a balcony. At the accommodation the rooms have bed linen and towels. A continental breakfast is available each morning at The Ocracoke Harbor Inn. The hotel offers a sun terrace. The area is popular for hiking and cycling, and bike hire is available at this 5-star hotel. A business centre and vending machines with drinks are available on site at The Ocracoke Harbor Inn. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Pamlico Shores, Jackson Dunes and Sound Shores. The nearest airport is Coastal Carolina Regional Airport, 149 km from The Ocracoke Harbor Inn. Show full description Guest review score 8.9

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• 4 The Wells Cashiers Cashiers, United States

  Hotel. The Wells Cashiers is a 5-star property situated in Cashiers. Featuring a shared lounge, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. All rooms in the hotel are fitted with a coffee machine. At The Wells Cashiers the rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. The accommodation also provides a business centre and free private parking. The nearest airport is Asheville Regional Airport, 75 km from The Wells Cashiers. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around $131.

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• 5 Saltaire Cottages Kitty Hawk Beach, United States

  

  Hotel. 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. The rooms include a balcony. The rooms in the hotel are fitted with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchen, a dining area and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a shower. Saltaire Cottages provides some rooms with sea views, and the rooms are equipped with a coffee machine. At the accommodation rooms have bed linen and towels. Southern Shores Beach is 2.6 km from Saltaire Cottages, while Kitty Hawk is 4.1 km from the property. The nearest airport is Enrique Adolfo Jiménez Airport, 53 km from the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.4

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• 6 The Ivey's Hotel Charlotte, United States

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Charlotte. 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 Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around $313.

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• 7 The Ballantyne, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Charlotte Charlotte, United States

  

  Resort. 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. The rooms feature large windows and ten-foot ceilings. A bathrobe and slippers are included in the marble-tiled bathroom as well as luxury bath amenities. 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 Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around $290.

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• 8 The Evening Shade River Lodge and Cabins Chimney Rock, United States

  

  Hotel. 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 Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around $124.

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• 9 The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte Charlotte, United States

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Charlotte. 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 centre also features 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 Punch Room is a speakeasy with craft punches and cocktails as well as artisan-crafted small plates. The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte is 0.4 mile from The NASCAR Hall of Fame. The Charlotte Convention Center is 0.8 mile away. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around $829.

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• 10 Marriott Greensboro Downtown Greensboro, United States

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Greensboro. Greensboro Marriott Downtown is located in the heart of Greensboro. Guests can start their day with a workout in the fitness centre. The on-site restaurant is open for lunch and dinner during the weekdays, serving American cuisine for dinner, and is open for breakfast on weekends. Greensboro College is 1.7 km away. The rooms at Greensboro Marriott Downtown feature plush bedding and seating areas. The modern bathrooms are stocked with amenities and provide space to organize toiletries. An on-site concierge desk is available as well as car rental services. Greensboro Marriott Downtown is 17.7 km from the Greensboro Airport. It is situated 12.3 km from Longview Golf Course. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around $169.

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• 11 Calhoun House Inn & Suites Bryson City, United States

  

  Guest house. This Bryson City smoke-free inn is 2 miles from the Great Smokey Mountains and the Great Smoky Mountains Expressway. In-room continental breakfast items such as bagels, oatmeal, and cereal bars are provided in all rooms. A cable TV with DVD player, a fully-equipped kitchen, and a spa bath are featured in all rooms at Calhoun House Inn and Suites. A sofa bed private entrance are also provided. Hiking trails and free Wi-Fi are available to all guests throughout their stay. Films on DVD are available at the front desk for guests' enjoyment. Massages services and barbecue facilities are offered as well. Calhoun House Inn and Suites is 25 miles from Fontana Lake and 3 minutes’ walk from Bryson City city centre. Cherokee city centre is only 14 miles away. Show full description Guest review score 9.5, rooms from around $275.

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• 12 Serene mountain getaway Sleeps 2 to 5, Sauna, Lake View, EV 40amp Boone, United States

  

  Holiday home. Set in Boone in the North Carolina region, Serene mountain getaway Sleeps 2 to 5, Sauna, Lake View, EV 40amp. The air-conditioned accommodation is 9 km from Blowing Rock, and guests benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. The apartment has 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with lake views. The apartment offers a sun terrace. Guests can swim in the outdoor swimming lake, go hiking or relax in the garden. Banner Elk is 21 km from Serene mountain getaway Sleeps 2 to, while Morganton is 47 km from the property. The nearest airport is Tri-Cities Regional Airport, 109 km from the accommodation. Show full description Guest review score 9.4

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in December 2022. Did I miss a luxury hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!