The best spa hotels in North Carolina

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!

• 1 Embassy Suites Charlotte - Concord/Golf Resort & Spa Concord, United States

  

  Resort. Centrally located near Interstate 85, the Embassy Suites by Hilton Charlotte Concord Golf Resort & Spa features exceptional amenities, including a full-service spa and a delicious restaurant and is situated near area attractions and major corporate offices. The Embassy Suites by Hilton Charlotte Concord Golf Resort & Spa features spacious all-suite accommodations furnished with microwaves, refrigerators and high-speed internet access. The hotel also offers an on-site fitness centre and an indoor swimming pool. Thoughtful amenities at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Charlotte Concord Golf Resort & Spa include a free daily cooked-to-order breakfast and a free evening reception. Guests can also enjoy on-site dining at the Rocky River Grille for lunch and dinner. A number of major corporations such as IBM and Sysco are located close to the Embassy Suites by Hilton Charlotte Concord Golf Resort & Spa. Lowe's Motor Speedway along with a number of shops and restaurants at Concord Mills Mall are also only moments away. Show full description Guest review score 7.7, rooms from around $143.

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• 2 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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• 3 Chetola Resort Condominiums Blowing Rock, United States

  

  Resort. 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. Show full description Guest review score 8.6

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• 4 Chetola Resort at Blowing Rock (Lodge) Blowing Rock, United States

  

  Resort. Situated 26 km from Sugar Mountain Resort, Chetola Resort at Blowing Rock (Lodge) offers 3-star accommodation in Blowing Rock and has a garden, a terrace and a bar. With free bikes, the 3-star resort has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The resort features an indoor pool, fitness centre, evening entertainment and a shared lounge. At the resort, all rooms come with a wardrobe. Rooms include a desk and a flat-screen TV, and some units at Chetola Resort at Blowing Rock (Lodge) have a balcony. At the accommodation the rooms have bed linen and towels. At Chetola Resort at Blowing Rock (Lodge) you will find a restaurant serving American and local cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options can also be requested. The resort offers 3-star accommodation with a sauna and hot tub. You can play table tennis and tennis at this 3-star resort, and the area is popular for hiking and skiing. A business centre and vending machines with snacks and drinks are available on site at Chetola Resort at Blowing Rock (Lodge). Staff at the accommodation are available to provide advice at the 24-hour front desk. Grandfather Mountain is 29 km from Chetola Resort at Blowing Rock (Lodge), while Echo Park is 1.6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Tri-Cities Regional Airport, 126 km from the resort. Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around $149.

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• 5 The Omni Grove Park Inn - Asheville Asheville, United States

  

  Resort. Built in 1913, the historic Omni Grove Park Inn in Asheville, North Carolina offers views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and features free WiFi and the Art of Breakfast in Blue Ridge restaurant, daily. Four restaurants are on site and historic Downtown Asheville is 3.7 km away. Furnished with solid oak pieces, the rooms at the Omni Grove Park Inn also offer a flat-screen TV, coffee machine, and refrigerator. Club floor rooms include a spa-like walk-in hydro-shower and adult-only lounge access. The subterranean spa features mineral pools, sauna, and steam room for an additional fee. A sports complex and a Donald Ross-designed golf course are on site. Sunset Terrace serves classic steak and seafood cuisine. The Blue Ridge Dining Room has a southern style menu. EDISON, craft ales + kitchen, serves southern comfort food and local craft beer. VUE 1913 offers French fare. The Biltmore Estate is 10 minutes’ drive from the hotel. Guests will be 3.5 km from the University of North Carolina Asheville, 19.8 km from the North Carolina Arboretum, and 16 km from Blue Ridge Parkway. Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around $263.

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• 6 Sanderling Resort Outer Banks Duck, United States

  

  Resort. Offering 2 seasonal outdoor swimming pools and 1 indoor pool, this Duck Resort is located on the outer banks of North Carolina. Features at this beachfront property include 2 year-round bars and rooms with a flat-screen cable TV. Each room offers a private balcony or terrace with views of ocean, pool, sunset, or sand dunes. At Sanderling Resort you will find 1 year-round restaurant and 2 seasonal restaurants. A full-service spa is also available on site. Duck is located 6.2 km from the property, while Currituck Beach Lighthouse is 18.5 km away. The resort is 18.3 km from Currituck Beach Lighthouse 26 minutes’ drive from the Wright Brothers National Memorial. Guest review score 7.3, rooms from around $152.

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• 7 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. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around $433.

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• 8 Grand Bohemian Hotel Charlotte, Autograph Collection Charlotte, United States

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Charlotte. Situated in Charlotte, 600 metres from Spectrum Center, Grand Bohemian Hotel Charlotte, Autograph Collection features accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also has a restaurant and a terrace. The property is 80 metres from the city centre and 400 metres from Blumenthal Performing Arts Center. The daily breakfast offers à la carte, continental or American options. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Mint Museum Uptown, Bank of America Stadium and NASCAR Hall of Fame. The nearest airport is Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 9 km from Grand Bohemian Hotel Charlotte, Autograph Collection. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around $404.

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• 9 Village Hotel on Biltmore Estate Asheville, United States

  

  Hotel. Village Hotel on Biltmore Estate is nestled in the heart of Antler Hill Village, home of the world-famous Biltmore Winery. Guests can enjoy a workout at the on-site fitness centre or swim in the heated outdoor pool. Casual dining options offer menu items that are sure to please. WiFi is provided throughout the property. Rooms feature a flat-screen TV with cable channels. A refrigerator and single serve coffee maker are provided as well. Guests will enjoy the convenience of a desk and seating area. Computer and printer use is provided to all guests. Guests will also have access to miles of hiking and biking trails throughout the estate. Village Social is a full-service restaurant and bar that offers local and regional cuisine. The Kitchen Café features handcrafted coffee drinks and fresh baked goods. A lunch menu is provided as well. Biltmore Winery is a 2 minutes' walk from the Village Hotel on Biltmore Estate. Asheville Regional Airport is 31.5 km away. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around $160.

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• 10 Embassy Suites Winston-Salem Winston-Salem, United States

  

  Hotel. 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. Show full description Guest review score 6.6, rooms from around $130.

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• 11 Princess Anne Boutique Hotel & Breakfast Asheville, United States

  

  Hotel. 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. Show full description Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around $108.

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• 12 Kimpton Tryon Park Hotel, an IHG Hotel Charlotte, United States

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Charlotte. Set in the heart of Uptown Charlotte, this Kimpton hotel offers crafted cocktails and shareable bar snacks at Merchant & Trade, a Modern-style rooftop bar 19 levels above Romare Bearden Park. Shopping at Epicenter is 8 minutes' walk away. Nosh at the Italian-inspired American restaurant, Angeline's. Sky Space also offers a indoor bar-lounge, outdoor terrace, and private terrace ideal for private events from 15 to 150 guests. Rooms and suites boast a flat-screen cable TV, a pillow-top mattress, and a Carrera marble bathroom with Atelier Bloem bath amenities. Kick back with a park view in some Kimpton Tryon Park Hotel suites and 24-hour room service. Personalised service extends to the 24-hour front desk. Soul-soothing outdoor yoga classes are hosted on the rooftop terrace and a full-service spa is available. The fitness centre offers cardiovascular and strength training equipment. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center is 400 metres from Kimpton Tryon Park Hotel, while Mint Museum of Craft Design is 500 metres away. The nearest airport is Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 9 km from the property. Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around $281.

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• 13 Kimpton Cardinal Hotel, an IHG Hotel Winston-Salem, United States

  

  Hotel. 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. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around $197.

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• 14 DREAMERS by DW Wilmington, United States

  

  Hotel. 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. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around $147.

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• 15 Etowah Valley Golf & Resort Etowah, United States

  

  Resort. 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. Show full description Guest review score 7.9, rooms from around $89.

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• 16 White Doe Inn Bed & Breakfast Manteo, United States

  

  Bed and Breakfast. 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. Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around $227.

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• 17 1898 Waverly Inn Hendersonville, United States

  

  Bed and Breakfast. 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. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around $129.

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• 18 Green Park Inn Blowing Rock, United States

  

  Inn. 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. Show full description Guest review score 7.8, rooms from around $124.

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• 19 1906 Pine Crest Inn Tryon, United States

  

  Inn. 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. Show full description Guest review score 7.0, rooms from around $175.

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