The Best Hotels for a Weekend Getaway in North Carolina

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If you're planning the ultimate weekend getaway in North Carolina, you'll need to find the perfect place to stay. Luckily, we've analyzed all the hotels in the area based on key criteria, so you can find the perfect place to relax and unwind for a 2-day or 3-day trip. So, our list below can help you decide where to stay for a weekend in North Carolina because it has a wide variety of hotels to choose from. No matter what your budget is, you're sure to find a place that meets your needs for a long weekend escape. Whether you're traveling with family, friends, or as a couple, there are plenty of affordable and luxurious options to choose from. You can find everything from 3-star and 4-star hotels to luxury hotels, all with comfortable and relaxing rooms which are perfect for that weekend retreat you've been planning. The amenities in these hotels will vary, but you can expect to find everything you need for a comfortable stay. You'll be able to enjoy sightseeing and exploring the city with ease thanks to the great location of these hotels, too. There are also plenty of restaurants nearby where you can indulge in delicious cuisine. For those looking for more action during their weekend escape in North Carolina, the area has plenty of things to do, from outdoor activities to cultural attractions. So why wait? Book your perfect 3-day trip with one of the best hotels for a weekend in North Carolina below.

(Prices are listed in U.S. Dollars.)

The Ballantyne a Luxury Collection Hotel Charlotte

Charlotte, North Carolina
4-star Hotel with prices starting at $289 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Great Stay for a Weekend Escape
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa

Located at 10000 Ballantyne Commons Parkway, The Ballantyne a Luxury Collection Hotel Charlotte has great rooms from $289 (before taxes). It offers an outdoor pool, a pool bar, room service, a restaurant, and a fitness center. It has a terrific 9.20 rating out of 10 from previous guests who have stayed here. Only 56.8 miles from the city center, visitors will especially love a bar, hiking, rooms with kitchens, rooms with kitchenettes, and laundry services at this convenient hotel. Nothing says relaxation like having room service delivered.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Kitchen
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Horse riding
  • Bicycle rental
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Pool bar
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hiking
  • Kitchenette
  • Laundry service
  • Free parking
  • Fishing
  • Tennis
  • Coffee shop
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Breakfast in the room


The Omni Grove Park Inn - Asheville

Asheville, North Carolina
4-star Resort with prices starting at $430 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Nice Option for a Weekend Retreat
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Family-Friendly
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pets allowed
  • Spa

A great place to stay is The Omni Grove Park Inn - Asheville which has nice rooms starting at $430. Offering an outdoor pool, a pool bar, room service, a restaurant, and a fitness center, it also has a great guest rating of 8.60 out of 10 from many previous guests. It's located at 290 Macon Avenue. This fun hotel is also nice because it offers a bar, parking, hiking, mountain views, and child care which weekend visitors will enjoy. Also, it's just 143 miles from the city center. Everyone loves a nice pool, and you won't be disappointed with this one.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Horse riding
  • Bicycle rental
  • Family-Friendly
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Pool bar
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hiking
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Table tennis
  • Fishing
  • Family rooms
  • Coffee shop
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Playground


The Inn On Biltmore Estate

Asheville, North Carolina
4-star Hotel with prices starting at $407 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Perfect Hotel for a 3-day trip in North Carolina
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa
  • Heated pool

We found The Inn On Biltmore Estate to be a great place to stay, and the price starts at $407. We loved that is has an outdoor pool, room service, a restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar, and it also has a terrific guest rating of 9.30 out of 10 from previous guests. It's located at 1 Approach Road. You'll also find parking, a kid-friendly buffet, hiking, child care, and laundry services which weekend travelers will love. And this comfortable hotel is just 145.1 miles from the center of town. The heated pool is comfortable, relaxing, and fun for everyone.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Parking
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Horse riding
  • Bicycle rental
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Hiking
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Fishing
  • Heated pool
  • Refrigerator
  • Playground
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Infinity pool


Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club

Durham, North Carolina
4-star Hotel with prices starting at $248 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Great Stay for a Weekend Trip to North Carolina
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Pets allowed

With terrific rooms from $248, Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club, at 3001 Cameron Blvd. Provides room service, a restaurant, a fitness center, a bar, and child care. Its terrific guest rating is 9.20 out of 10 from previous guests staying here. Travelers will really like this relaxing hotel which also offers laundry services, golf, pet-friendly rooms, a hot tub, and a game room. It's located just 68.2 miles from the city center, too. The service at the restaurant is terrific, and so is the food.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Room service
  • Pets allowed
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Bicycle rental
  • Airport shuttle
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Game room
  • Free parking
  • Microwave
  • Breakfast in the room


The Lodge at Chetola Resort

Blowing Rock, North Carolina
3-star Resort with prices starting at $233 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Great Hotel for the Ultimate 3 Days in North Carolina
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Spa

The Lodge at Chetola Resort has a great guest rating of 8.70 out of 10, and offers skiing, room service, a restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar. The great rooms here start at $233 before taxes and depending on the season. It can be found at 185 Chetola Lake Drive. Furthermore, it also offers parking, a kid-friendly buffet, hiking, child care, and laundry services, which is nice for visitors. Just 103.6 miles from the city center, this terrific hotel is a terrific choice. Having a hot tub at this hotel is also a nice splurge.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Skiing
  • Room service
  • Parking
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Horse riding
  • Golf
  • Spa/Wellness
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Hiking
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Game room
  • Table tennis
  • Fishing
  • Family rooms
  • Tennis
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Playground
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Kids' club


Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront

Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina
3-star Hotel with prices starting at $137 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Perfect for 2 Days in North Carolina
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 3-star hotels.
  • Beach
  • Pets allowed
  • Spa
  • Heated pool

The great guest rating of Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront is 7.60 out of 10. This place has room service, a restaurant, a fitness center, scuba diving, and snorkeling. Prices for the terrific rooms are from $137, and it's located at 1701 South Virginia Dare Trail. We also love the a bar, a kid-friendly buffet, hiking, golf, and pet-friendly rooms which are great for weekend visitors. And since it's just 246.4 miles from the center of the town, the location is great, too. The indoor pool at this hotel is very nice, and is a great place to unwind and relax on your trip. The price of this hotel is less than average for weekend trip hotels, which makes it a great value.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Room service
  • Snorkeling
  • Pets allowed
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Horse riding
  • Bicycle rental
  • Beach
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Hiking
  • Free parking
  • Fishing
  • Family rooms
  • Heated pool
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator


Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville

Asheville, North Carolina
3-star Hotel with prices starting at $140 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Great Weekend Getaway Hotel
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 3-star hotels.
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pets allowed
  • Spa

A cool place is Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville because it has great rooms that start at $140. It has an outdoor pool, room service, a restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar, it also earned a great guest rating of 7.50 out of 10 from people who have stayed here before. It's found at One Resort Drive. Only 145.1 miles from the city center, weekend travelers will especially love a kid-friendly buffet, child care, laundry services, golf, and pet-friendly rooms at this fun hotel. It's also less than the average price for weekend trip hotels, so it's a great value.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Pets allowed
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Bicycle rental
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Free parking
  • Refrigerator
  • Breakfast in the room


Princess Anne Boutique Hotel & Restaurant

Asheville, North Carolina
3-star Hotel with prices starting at $167 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Terrific Hotel for a Long Weekend in North Carolina
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for weekend trip hotels.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Family-Friendly
  • Pets allowed

Princess Anne Boutique Hotel & Restaurant offers skiing, room service, a fitness center, a bar, and breakfast which we really like. The terrific rooms here start at $167 (before taxes). It's located at 301 East Chestnut Street and has earned a guest rating of 9.40/10. This comfortable hotel is also nice because it offers hiking, rooms with kitchenettes, laundry services, golf, and a free breakfast which travelers will enjoy. Also, it's just 143.2 miles from the city center. Being able to prepare food in the room is also very convenient. It's a great value, too, because it's less than the average price for weekend trip hotels.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Skiing
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Free breakfast
  • Pets allowed
  • Horse riding
  • Bicycle rental
  • Family-Friendly
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hiking
  • Kitchenette
  • Laundry service
  • Free parking
  • Fishing
  • Family rooms
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator


Morgan and Wells Bed and Breakfast

Shelby, North Carolina
Bed & Breakfast with prices starting at $137 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Great Stay for a Weekend Escape
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 3-star hotels.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Spa

Located at 400 North Morgan Street, Morgan and Wells Bed and Breakfast has great rooms from $137 (before taxes). It offers breakfast, hiking, laundry services, golf, and a free breakfast. It has a terrific 9.40 rating out of 10 from previous guests who have stayed here. You'll also find a spa, free parking, car rentals, laundry facilities, and bicycle rental which visitors will love. And this relaxing hotel is just 87.9 miles from the center of town. It's a great value, as the price is less than the average for weekend trip hotels.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Breakfast included
  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Bicycle rental
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Hiking
  • Laundry service
  • Free parking
  • Fishing
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast in the room


Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

Wilmington, North Carolina
3-star Hotel with prices starting at $196 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Nice Option for a Weekend Retreat
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pets allowed

A great place to stay is Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach which has nice rooms starting at $196. Offering an outdoor pool, a pool bar, room service, a fitness center, and scuba diving, it also has a great guest rating of 8.40 out of 10 from many previous guests. It's located at 1989 Eastwood Road. Weekend visitors will really like this terrific hotel which also offers snorkeling, a bar, a kid-friendly buffet, breakfast, and hiking. It's located just 151.6 miles from the city center, too. Having a kitchen means that you'll be able to cook, which is very convenient when you're on the road.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Snorkeling
  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
  • Free breakfast
  • Pets allowed
  • Bicycle rental
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Pool bar
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Hiking
  • Kitchenette
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Free parking
  • Fishing
  • Family rooms
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator


Also, take a look at the Weekend Trip hotels in nearby destinations: Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and Concord.

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How much do hotels for a weekend visit cost in North Carolina?

North Carolina Average Weekend Trip Hotel Price
$170

Visitors will find a large range of terrific weekend trip hotel choices when planning a visit to North Carolina. The price of these weekend trip hotels can vary according to location, type, and amenities. The average weekend trip hotel price in North Carolina based on data from 403 hotels is an affordable $170. If you're interested in more information about hotels here, see our guide to hotel prices in North Carolina.

The average prices of our suggested weekend trip hotels by star rating:

  • 5-star hotels: $513
  • 4-star hotels: $244
  • 3-star hotels: $159


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