Charlotte is North Carolina’s largest city and Mecklenburg County’s seat. It lies along the Appalachian Mountains’ foothills and halfway between Atlanta, Georgia and Raleigh, North Carolina. As of 2008, its population was estimated at 687,456. This has made Charlotte the 18th largest city in the US.

Luxury Hotels in Charlotte, North Carolina

The Ritz Carlton Charlotte – This luxury hotel is situated at 201 East Trade St. Charlotte, North Carolina 28202. Their contact numbers are 704-547-2244 or 704-549-4179 (fax).

It is regarded as Charlotte’s first luxury hotel. It features a sophisticated and urbane appeal mixed with friendly and warm accommodations. They offer both business and leisure travelers with an unforgettable stay close to the cultural heart of the city. They offer impeccable services, seamlessly integrated eco-friendly advances and exceptional amenities. This has given it the LEED Gold Certification.

The hotel also offers outstanding dining options and dramatic skyline views. Other amenities and facilities include a Spa and wellness center. The latter is about 13,000 sq. ft. with 4 treatment rooms, a fitness center, separate men & women’s relaxation lounge as well as movement and steam studios.

Rooms are very spacious, ranging from deluxe rooms with 506 sq. feet to uptown suites with 1,630 sq. feet of space. They also have the Ritz-Carlton Presidential suite which has 2,900 sq. feet of space.

Ballantyne Hotel & Lodge – This hotel situated also in Charlotte, North Carolina is ideal for both business and leisure travelers. It features 200 guest rooms, 14 suites, 4 bedroom Cottages and a 36-room Lodge. It is the best place for weddings, meetings, golf tournaments, weekend getaways and social occasions. They have Spa, tennis, golf, fitness and salon facilities. Guests are privileged with self- and valet parking as well as fitness area and complimentary pool access; plus, complimentary golf club rentals.

The hotel is only a short drive from downtown Charlotte, the Charlotte-Douglas International Airport and SouthPark. Activities in the area include water sports activities like whitewater rafting and kayaking. Places of interest include Lowe’s Motor Speedway, the US National Whitewater Center and many more.

Hotel amenities include wireless, dial-up or high speed Internet access; Bose Wave Radio II having MP3 player connectivity; 37 inch LG LED TVs with 24-hour news, weather channels and in-room movies by Time Warner Cable; dual phones with personalized messaging and direct dial access; as well as irons with boards, wooden and satin hangers; laundry bags; and a safe. Other room accommodations include deluxe rooms, grand deluxe rooms, parlor suites and hotel Presidential suites.

The Presidential suite features more than 1,200 square feet of space. It has grand double doors that lead to elegant marble foyers and it has a private terrace that promises views of the resort. Room amenities include flat screen LCD plasma TVs, a faux fireplace, Bose Wave Radios having CD players as well as MP3 player connectivity, original artwork, custom finishings, damask curtains and hardwood accents. There is also an antique table that can seat 12, a kitchen having a dishwasher, a full sized refrigerator and 1 ½ baths. Even the master bath has a walk-in closet, garden soaking tub and a walk-in closet as well as upgraded bath amenities and a separate walk-in shower.