The Carolina Inn
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
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About the Hotel
Located in the charming town of Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is one of America's most enchanting inns. The Carolina Inn, a AAA Four-Diamond Award property, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and originally opened in 1924. It is architecturally noteworthy, as it marries elements of antebellum styles with Georgian and neoclassical features. Part of the Destination Hotels & Resorts collection of posh properties, The Carolina Inn is located on the actual campus of the University of North Carolina, and is a popular hideaway for intellectuals and socialites. You will find a collection of well-appointed guest rooms including seven luxury suites, with a palette of rich colors, priceless antiques and cozy furnishings that resemble those found in a lavish Southern estate.
Location
The Carolina Inn
211 Pittsboro Street
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
27516
Nearest Airport: RDU
Features and Amenities
- General Information
- Ecologically Sustainable Practices
- Dining
- Private Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Room Service
- Afternoon Tea
- On-Site Amenities
- Shuttle Service
- Laundry Service
- Gift Shop
- Fitness Center
- WiFi
- Valet Parking (fee may apply)
- In-Room Amenities
- Turndown Service
- Bathrobes
- Hair Dryers
- Iron/Ironing Boards
- Flat-Screen Televisions
- Coffee & Tea Facilities
- Business
- Business Center/Services
- Meeting Rooms
- Nearby
- Historic Sites
- Shopping
- Art Galleries
- Restaurants
- Golf
- Interests
- Culture & Arts
- Summer Getaways
Reviews for The Carolina Inn
An elegant and cozy hotel in the heart of Chapel Hill.
Situated in the heart of UNC, depending the time of day and year, if you go walking, you may be walking with scads of college kids attending the U of NC. The Inn itself is a decently large hotel with a small feel. Well appointed, from the hallways to the rooms, the inn has a decidedly "old Southern" charm and feel. My King room was comfortable. In-room Nespresso, cable (no streaming though), and a safe. Lots of large, fluffy pillows and a good working a/c. There is an onsite restaurant, which I dined in twice but it felt understaffed and rushed both times. Despite amazing weather, they were not allowing anyone to sit out on the patio. There is a pantry with some cold sandwich and breakfast options. But, being a college town, your other, off-site dining options, particularly if you don't have a vehicle, are limited to typical fast food college fare. But, it's a very nice hotel, esp. if you are visiting the school.
Dobeman - Roswell, GA
Still the best
The best way to visit UNC Chapel Hill, this spot is the flagship hotel in Chapel Hill. They have really made it work seamlessly from reservations, check in, valet, housekeeping and room service. Very comfortable rooms, large bathrooms and nice on site food, coffee and convenience options.
Steve K
Overall, best place to stay in Chapel HIll
Best customer service ever. Beautiful, historic hotel in the heart of UNC-Chapel Hill. I am an alum, at it was amazing to be back in Chapel Hill and stay in the lap of luxury! Food was amazing. Staff is excellent. Great location next to campus and easy walking to downtown.
Kathy G
Beautiful but paper thin walls
The hotel is beautiful, staff were pleasant and decor is tasteful. Beds are comfortable and rooms are updated. The only problem, which was mentioned in other reviews, is that the walls are not soundproof and paper thin. We literally heard people peeing in other rooms the whole night. I heard clear conversations between a family in the next room for hours before they went to bed. Zero privacy and a hug problem for an expensive and beautiful hotel.
Darlene B - Holmdel, New Jersey
So comfortable...
Excellent and beautiful hotel within walking distance of the campus and lots of restaurants! The hotel service was wonderful. It was a wonderful place to celebrate the wedding of a high school friend's kid as well as meeting with high school friends.
Sandy Cho K
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My wife and I enjoyed a superlative stay at The Carolina Inn using a 3-night stay package we purchased via an auction from Luxury Link.
The Inn proved to be a wonderful location to enjoy a romantic weekend. The Inn itself is a graciously restored Southern Georgian-style building with lovely decor and furnishings and excellent narrative plaques throughout the facility which detail both its history and various expansions and restorations. The highlight of the Inn is its deservedly acclaimed restaurant Carolina Crossroads, which offers innovative cuisine that effortlessly and creatively marries locally grown Southern ingredients and cooking styles with ingredients and cooking styles drawn from other U.S. regions and other countries with a lovely dining room and outstanding and genteel service. The spacious guestrooms are nicely decorated and maintained with lovely guest amenities. In summary, The Carolina Inn is a true Southern belle!"
-A. & B. Waldo
