One Star -- America's Best Value Inn & Suites
America's Best Value is located near the airport and in close proximity to the NBA's Charlotte Bobcats' arena, and Bank of America Stadium, where the NFL's Carolina Panthers play. Coffeemakers and tea are available in each room, as are a refrigerator and microwave. The daily continental breakfast is complimentary, as is wireless Internet access. AARP members receive a special flat rate when they book certain rooms through AARP.com.
America's Best Value Inn & Suites
5116 N. I-85
Charlotte, NC 28206
(704) 596-8222
americasbestvalueinn.com/bestv.cfm?idp=1262
Two Stars -- Days Inn Charlotte Center City
The Days Inn is located near the Charlotte Bobcats' arena. Each room comes equipped with a microwave and wireless internet access. Breakfast is complimentary and coffee is served in the lobby. Some pets may be allowed to lodge with their owners. Guests must pay a $6 per day parking surcharge. The AARP member discount is 10 percent.
Days Inn Charlotte Center City
601 N. Tryon St.
Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 333-4733
daysinn.com/DaysInn/control/Booking/property_info?propertyId=02050
Three Stars -- Residence Inn by Marriott
The Residence Inn is located south of Downtown Charlotte near SouthPark Mall. It is a pet-friendly hotel that offers free wireless Internet access. Pets are charged a special fee. Suites have sitting areas and compact kitchens. The daily breakfast buffet is free, and there are nightly social events where light food and drinks are complimentary. This hotel sets flat rates for AARP members who book online through AARP.com.
Residence Inn Charlotte SouthPark
6030 Piedmont Row Dr. S.
Charlotte, NC 28210
(704) 554-7001
marriott.com/hotels/travel/cltsp-residence-inn-charlotte-southpark
Four Stars -- Omni Charlotte Hotel
The Omni is located in Charlotte's financial district within walking distance of sporting and other major entertainment venues. Its pool is installed on the rooftop. The rooms underwent renovation in 2007 and may include wireless Internet access and CD players. Bathrooms are modern with marble finishing. This hotel has special rates for AARP members that vary by the room type when purchased through AARP.com.
Omni Charlotte Hotel
132 E. Trade St.
Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 377-0400
omnihotels.com/FindAHotel/Charlotte.aspx
Five Stars -- The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte
The Ritz-Carlton is located uptown in the business district. It features an expansive wellness center that includes fitness equipment, a swimming pool, sauna, and hot tub. The rooms offer a view of the Charlotte skyline through large windows. Safes are installed in each room for protection of valuable items. Bathrooms come with double-sinks for the comfort of couples and families and sheets have high threat-count. This hotel sets special flat rates for AARP members when reservations are made through AARP.com.
The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte
201 E. Trade St.
Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 547-2244
ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/Charlotte/Default.htm
