The Spa Hotel Guide 
A list by Tomas Mazowski.
This guide was last updated in December 2022. Hey! Indulge in the ultimate pampering experience at one of these luxurious spa hotels. Designed to provide relaxation, rejuvenation, and tranquility, these properties offer an array of wellness services that range from massages and facials to yoga classes and meditation sessions. To make your search for the perfect spa hotel in in North Carolina easier, I've compiled this list of top-rated properties for your consideration. So sit back, relax, and explore your options - your ultimate wellness retreat awaits!
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1 The Ballantyne, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Charlotte Charlotte, United States
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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.
Guest review score 9.2,
rooms from around $793.
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2 Chetola Resort Condominiums Blowing Rock, United States
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Chetola Resort Condominiums is nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The resort offers a wide range of amenities including a recreation centre, spa, and an on-site restaurant. Boone is 9 km from Chetola Resort Condominiums.
Rooms feature a flat-screen TV with cable channels. A full kitchen is provided as well. Guests will enjoy the comfort of a furnished seating area. A washing machine and dryer are provided. Some units offer upgraded amenities such as a whirlpool bath and fireplace.
Outdoor sportsman will enjoy the Chetola Sporting Reserve, which offers 67 acres of outdoor sporting activities.Highlands Sports & Recreation Center features swimming pools, a hot tub, and a games area. Guest can unwind at The Spa, which offers a variety of relaxation and beauty treatments.
Timberlake’s Restaurant provides guests with a refined full-service dining experience for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Tri-City Regional Airport is 76 km away.
Guest review score 8.6
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3 The Sanderling Duck, United States
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Nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and Currituck Sound, this oceanfront retreat offers a variety of accommodations, each featuring private balconies or patios with ocean, sound, or resort views. Thoughtfully designed interiors create a serene, stylish ambiance, perfect for a relaxing escape.
Guests can indulge in a diverse culinary experience, including the highly anticipated Theodosia, an all-new dining concept by renowned chef Vivian Howard, set to debut in late Spring 2025. The resort also features the renewed Beach House Bar, ideal for morning coffee, craft cocktails, and sunset views by the firepit.
The Sanderling is located just 6.2 km from Duck, NC, and 18.5 km from the Currituck Beach Lighthouse, with easy access to the Wright Brothers National Memorial and other top Outer Banks attractions. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around $1281.
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4 Princess Anne Boutique Hotel Asheville, United States
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Featuring a gourmet breakfast served daily, this historic hotel is located in Central Asheville just 6 miles from the Biltmore Estate. Guests can also enjoy afternoon wine and hors d’oeuvres.
The individually decorated rooms feature wood flooring, warm colours and traditional decor. Each room at the Princess Anne Hotel has a flat-screen TV and free WiFi.
Guests can relax in front of the original stone fireplace during the cooler months or on the patios when the weather warms up. A garden with a water fountain adds to the relaxing atmosphere. The Princess Anne Hotel has a launderette on site.
The Blue Ridge Parkway, popular for picnicking and outdoor recreation, is 10 minutes’ drive away. The Biltmore Winery is 6 miles from the hotel. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around $131.
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5 Kimpton Cardinal Hotel, an IHG Hotel Winston-Salem, United States
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Located in the historic R.J. Reynolds building, Kimpton Cardinal Hotel provides accommodations in downtown Winston-Salem. The hotel offers amenities such as a fitness centre, in-room spa services, and a recreation centre. A full-service French-inspired restaurant is available on site. M C Benton Jr Convention Center is a 4 minutes' walk from the property.
Rooms feature a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a minibar. A private bathroom with complimentary toiletries is provided. Guests can get a quick stretch on the in-room yoga mat. Select rooms feature additional amenities such as a spa bath and a separate seating area.
The Rec Room offers a variety of games such as a bowling, basketball, and table tennis. 6 flat-screen TVs and a 2-story spiral slide are also included for added excitement. Complimentary morning coffee and tea are offered daily.
The Katharine is an elegant French-inspired bar and restaurant open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It features a raw bar and brasserie-style cuisine. A nightly evening wine hour is also available at the hotel.
The nearest airport is Piedmont Triad Airport, 27 km from the accommodation.
Guest review score 8.5,
rooms from around $197.
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6 The Restoration Asheville Asheville, United States
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Stay in the heart of Asheville.
Situated in Asheville, 9 km from Biltmore Estate, The Restoration Asheville features accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is 300 metres from US Cellular Center, and within 500 metres of the city centre.
An American breakfast is available each morning at the hotel.
Popular points of interest near The Restoration Asheville include Basilica of Saint Lawrence, Lexington Glassworks and Memorial Stadium. The nearest airport is Asheville Regional Airport, 19 km from the accommodation. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
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7 DREAMERS bnb Wilmington, United States
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Stay in the heart of Wilmington.
Ideally located in the centre of Wilmington, DREAMERS by DW offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. This 3-star hotel offers room service and a concierge service. Private parking is available on site.
At the hotel, the rooms are equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Some rooms also feature a kitchenette with a fridge and a microwave. All guest rooms feature a safety deposit box.
Guests at DREAMERS by DW can enjoy a vegetarian or a vegan breakfast.
The accommodation offers a terrace.
USS North Carolina is 3.8 km from DREAMERS by DW, while Thalian Hall is 500 metres from the property. The nearest airport is Wilmington International, 6 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
Guest review score 9.2,
rooms from around $292.
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8 Grand Bohemian Charlotte, Autograph Collection Charlotte, United States
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Stay in the heart of Charlotte.
Situated in Charlotte, 600 metres from Mint Museum Uptown, Grand Bohemian Charlotte, Autograph Collection features accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a garden and a terrace. The property has a bar, as well as a restaurant serving American cuisine. The property is 400 metres from Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, and within 80 metres of the city centre.
Rooms come with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, and some rooms at the hotel have a city view.
An American breakfast is available at Grand Bohemian Charlotte, Autograph Collection.
Staff at the accommodation are always available to provide advice at the reception.
Popular points of interest near Grand Bohemian Charlotte, Autograph Collection include Spectrum Center, Bank of America Stadium and NASCAR Hall of Fame. Charlotte Douglas International Airport is 9 km from the property. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
Guest review score 9.0,
rooms from around $827.
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9 JW Marriott Charlotte Charlotte, United States
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Stay in the heart of Charlotte.
Set in Charlotte, 400 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. Guests can enjoy American and Italian dishes at the restaurant or have a cocktail at the bar.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a safety deposit box, a TV and a private bathroom with a shower. The units feature a wardrobe.
JW Marriott Charlotte offers an à la carte or American breakfast.
The accommodation offers a sun terrace.
Popular points of interest near JW Marriott Charlotte include Bank of America Stadium, NASCAR Hall of Fame and Spectrum Center. Charlotte Douglas International Airport is 9 km away. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
Guest review score 9.0,
rooms from around $721.
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10 Etowah Valley Golf & Resort Etowah, United States
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The resort is 16 km from Asheville Airport and less than 20 minutes' drive from DuPont State Forest. A heated outdoor pool, putting greens, and free WiFi are provided.
A cable TV and tea and coffee-making facilities are included in each room at this lodge. A patio with a view are provided in select rooms at Etowah Valley Country Club and Golf Lodge.
Zeke's Greenside Tavern and Grille, located in our Clubhouse, serves lunch and dinner. Zeke's has a full service bar and patio with a golf course view.
Asheville Outlets mall is 25 minutes' drive from the resort. Guests will be 23 minutes’ drive from Carl Sandburg Home and Flat Rock Playhouse. Brevard Music Center is 20.9 km away. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
Guest review score 7.9,
rooms from around $89.
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11 Embassy Suites Winston-Salem Winston-Salem, United States
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This all-suite hotel features spacious accommodations with sofa beds and free WiFi. Located next to Benton Convention Center, Embassy Suites Winston-Salem offers an on-site restaurant, indoor pool, and gym.
The one-bedroom suites provide microwaves, refrigerators, and coffee makers. They also have desks and cable TV with pay-per-view movies. Room service is available.
Guests can enjoy breakfast or lunch at Grille Restaurant and Bar. They can also purchase snacks at the 24-hour Pavilion Pantry Market.
On-site facilities include a business center and meeting rooms. The hotel also offers a jacuzzi, beauty salon and barber shop.
Winston-Salem Embassy Suites is one mile from Old Salem Museum & Gardens and Salem College. Piedmont Triad International Airport is 19 miles away. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
Guest review score 7.0,
rooms from around $130.
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12 White Doe Inn Bed & Breakfast Manteo, United States
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Offering a free bikes and a spa and wellness centre, White Doe Inn Bed & Breakfast is located in Manteo. This adult-only bed and breakfast is 14 minutes' drive from Outer Banks Mall and provides free WiFi access to guests.
Cosy rooms feature tile or marble flooring, a fireplace, and a seating area. Each private bathroom includes a bathrobe, free toiletries, and a bath or shower. Garden views can be enjoyed from the room.
White Doe Inn Bed and Breakfast boasts a terrace and a snack bar. A gift shop and shared lounge are also available. The property offers free parking.
Roanoke Island Festival Park is 8 minutes' walk while Bodie Island Lighthouse is 18 minutes' drive. Dare County Regional Airport is 5.8 kilometres' drive from bed and breakfast.
Guest review score 9.2,
rooms from around $227.
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13 1898 Waverly Inn Hendersonville, United States
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This bed and breakfast features two large covered porches, a large dining room, a library and two sitting rooms. Located 3 miles from Crooked Creek Golf Course, it offers free WiFi and a DVD player in every room.
Guests can enjoy a free full made-to-order southern breakfast. The 1898 Waverly Inn also offers guests free beverages and freshly baked items in the afternoon and evening and an evening social hour.
The individually decorated rooms provide cable TV, an ensuite bathroom with bathrobes and a hairdryer. Some rooms have a ceiling fan, a seating area and a desk.
Waverly Inn 1898 is 5 minutes’ walk from the Mineral & Lapidary Museum. Flat Rock Playhouse, North Carolina's state theatre, is 3 miles away This property offers spa and wellness packages.
Guest review score 9.3,
rooms from around $426.
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14 NEW 2026-Ocean Sands Beach Boutique Inn-Sauna and Salt-Mineral Pool -Free Beach Bikes and Famous Beach- Fresh Baked Cookies and Popcorn - Bathrobes and Sunscreen in all rooms-Ultra Sparkling-Free Laundry- 4 Grand Black Beds-Call NOW & Save-1-252-AHA-SAND Kill Devil Hills, United States
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A flat-screen TV with cable is provided in all rooms at this Outer Banks hotel along with free Wi-Fi. A microwave and small refrigerator are also included as well as tea- and coffee-making facilities.
A launderette is on site at this hotel.
This hotel is less than 5 minutes’ drive from the Wright Brothers Memorial and 2 miles from the YMCA. Roanoke Island Park is 20 minutes’ car ride away. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
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15 Green Park Inn Blowing Rock, United States
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Located in Blowing Rock, 28 km from Sugar Mountain Resort, Green Park Inn provides accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a fitness centre and a bar. With free WiFi, this 3-star inn has a garden and a terrace. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and a 24-hour front desk.
Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a bath or shower and bathrobes, guest rooms at the inn have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms come with a seating area. The units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a coffee machine.
Guests at Green Park Inn can enjoy a à la carte breakfast.
Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Blowing Rock, like hiking, skiing and cycling.
Grandfather Mountain is 31 km from Green Park Inn, while Green Hill is 1.4 km away. The nearest airport is Tri-Cities Regional Airport, 128 km from the inn. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
Guest review score 7.8,
rooms from around $124.
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16 1906 Pine Crest Inn Tryon, United States
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1906 Pine Crest Inn in Tryon has a garden and a bar. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi. The accommodation offers a business centre, a concierge service and luggage storage for guests.
All guest rooms at the inn feature air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, dvd player, and a private bathroom with a bath, a hairdryer and free toiletries. All rooms have a wardrobe.
Guests at 1906 Pine Crest Inn can enjoy a continental or a à la carte breakfast.
A variety of popular activities are available in the area around the accommodation, including hiking and cycling.
Greenville is 42 km from 1906 Pine Crest Inn, while Lake Lure is 25 km from the property. The nearest airport is Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport, 35 km from the inn. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
Guest review score 7.0,
rooms from around $175.
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