The Dunhill Hotel in uptown Charlotte has a special charm I’ve never experienced anywhere else. I can’t quite put my finger on it, but there’s a quiet elegance and sophistication that is uncharacteristic of a typical upscale boutique hotel.
And here’s the thing… it could be stiff and standoffish because it is that special, but the hotel is far from full of itself, and because of that, I fell in love with it.
I also learned that the Dunhill Hotel is part of the Historic Hotels of America program. Its combination of historic significance, authenticity, architectural integrity and sense of place has earned it the prestigious distinction.
I was so charmed by the hotel and the passion and respect the management has for the hotel’s yesterdays, that I am anxious to keep visiting other Historic Hotels of America properties. But for now, let’s talk about this one – the Dunhill Hotel.
When the Dunhill Hotel opened as the Mayfair Manor in late 1929 with 100 rooms, half were used for apartments in order to survive the economic depression. Ultimately in the 1980’s, the hotel was repurchased and refurbished into 60 rooms to allow for the addition of individual bathrooms.
I felt like I was cheating time upon walking into the Dunhill Hotel lobby, but it was only a sneak peek of what I was to find in my guest room. Take a look at the old-time grandeur! You’ve fallen in love with it now too, haven’t you?
To be in line with the philosophy of “It’s great to be historic; it’s never ok to be old,” the Dunhill Hotel remains true to its original intent of catering to the modern traveler with the installation of new charging stations in each room, a Keurig coffee maker, bottled water in the fridge, special chocolates, robes and an umbrella for guests to use during their stay.
Guests will also enjoy reading about the history of the Dunhill Hotel. What a treasure!
If you have the chance to dine in the Asbury restaurant, you’ll enjoy modern farm to table interpretations of Southern classics. Delicious!
The Dunhill Hotel is a special gem among Charlotte hotels. It has all the modern amenities you’d need while preserving its distinctive historical integrity. It’s more than worthy of the Historic Hotels of America plaque it proudly displays, and it boasts a memorable guest experience with an attentive and warm staff.
Click here to visit the Dunhill Hotel or here for the Historic Hotels of America website for more information on this beautiful boutique hotel and to book a stay.
Melissa Bernardo says
Charlotte is gorgeous! This looks like a really nice place to stay. That food looks amazing!
Victoria Stacey says
I have no idea that the Historic Hotels of America was a thing! What a cute little hotel. Definitely something I’ll look into for future trips!
Melissa says
This looks like an amazing place to stay. Next time I am in Charlotte I am going to have to stay there.
Peachy @ The Peach Kitchen says
The Dunhill Hotel looks beautiful and It would be my choice of hotel if I would be visiting Charlotte. Those chocolates look amazing too.
Angela Bethea says
The Dunhill Hotel is absolutely breath taking! Everything is beautiful and the food looks absolutely delicious. Someday when we come visit Charlotte we will make sure to consider this place. Hubby have family in North Carolina. xx
Leslie Rossi | alifewellconsumed says
what a lovely hotel! really nice decor and the bed looks comfy
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Northern Crumble says
Wow the Dunhill Hotel is very pretty! The decor looks well thought out
Leslie Hernandez says
This hotel looks good and the food there looks really yummy. I like reading about different hotels just to get a sense in case I wanna stay there when I travel.
Leigh Anne Borders says
What a great looking place to stay. I am such a history nerd so I would LOVE to go here!
chasing joy says
The hotel looks beautiful. I’d be really neat to stay at a historic hotel like Dunhill.
Marielle Altenor says
1929? That’s a long time ago! The hotel is beautiful with all its historic charm.
Akhil Sharma says
Wow! I love the simplicity of hotel decor; too elegant and charming. I would love to stay in this historic hotel.
Celeste SunDragonLady Choi says
What a cool flashback in time. The Dunhill truyt kept it classic in style. The dinner looks hearty and filling. A great recipe for a good night sleep. Thanks for sharing 😉
Kiwi says
This is really a gem of a hotel! So clean and dainty I am looking to visit Charlotte soon so I will definitely consider staying here.
Garf says
I like the touches of this hotel. It also looks nice and clean.
Seattle Travel Blogger says
The Dunhill hotel looks like a good place to stay.
There is a lot charm there.
Jessica says
I could stay here for a week. Haha. I love how it maintained the classiness in every corner of the hotel.
Ali says
Sounds like a great mix of the historical and yet has all the modern convenience’s today’s traveller needs. What a gem!
Tanya Brannan says
Charlotte is actually on my bucket list of places to visit! This hotel looks absolutely stunning and I would definitely look at it as a base when I save enough pennies!
Jennifer L. } Modern Chic says
what a fun hotel! Just love the charming vibe and aesthetics it has too.
Megan Elford says
I love the decor and the furniture! I love staying at places like this, as opposed to the cookie cutter type hotels. So much more welcoming and homey!
Wendy @ ABCs and Garden Peas says
The Dunhill Hotel looks AMAZING! It makes me want to visit Charlotte just to stay at this place. Simply gorgeous!
Cynthia Gartung says
Beautiful! Can’t wait to get to it on my list of places to visit!
Amber NElson says
Wow, how amazing! I would love to go to Charlotte. There is so much history there.
Subhadrika Sen says
Wow. This is a great post. will check them out when I go to America. P.S The last time I read a post on Great hotels in America, it was a listicle on the top 10 haunted ones. Hope none of these are haunted 😛
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Cori says
Sounds like a nice place to stay, and the food looks delicious as well.
Lisa Rios says
The Dunhill Hotel looks so beautiful & so comfy with some good amenities. Your room looks absolutely gorgeous & I love that they have maintained its historical integrity despite having all modern amenities you need. The foods are quiet delicious as well!
Ashleigh Walls says
That is such a lovely room that you stayed in. I love when rooms have a desk for me to work at.
Jessica McDonnell says
The Dunhill looks like such a lovely, cosy hotel and the food looks great.
Chrystal | Nevermore Lane says
I love those cute little downtown areas. One of these days I will get to Charlotte and visit my friends. I am loving this room though. They really paid attention to details with the furniture and everything.
Melanie Edjourian says
I love the look of the hotel and the profiteroles look yummy!!!!
Anosa says
The hotel looks amazing and I am loving the decor, and not bad location wise
Roxy says
This hotel and surrounding area looks so lovely. I find that it’s rare to have a beautiful place to stay and an equally kind staff. Glad to hear u had such a lovely time.
Eloise says
loving the character and the old time feel of this clean looking hotel… if I’m ever that way, I’ll have to stay there!
Ann Bacciaglia says
The Dunhill Hotel looks like the perfect place for me to stay. I love the decor and the location.
Karlaroundtheworld | Karla says
Sounds like a great place to stay, the outside area seems so inviting and classically clean and I love how the plant boxes are driving the eyes in a good way. The inside looks awesome too, the walls are fitting to the style. Wonderful recommendation, I’m sure you’ve made some people to think about staying there.
ricci says
Charlotte is such a gorgeous city and this looks like a fabulous hotel!! Your pics are fabulous and I would love the chance to stay there one day!!
Jemma says
This looks like a wonderful place to stay. I hope you enjoyed your time there.
Kathy says
That is a very beautiful hotel. Sounds like a lovely place to go.If I ever make it to the area I’ll be checking out this hotel.
Ivelisse Estes says
I love how rustic this looks. And the food!!!
Joanna says
I like that they have chosen to keep the massive wood furniture and not replace it with cheap MDF one. That always shows a sign of care for the guests. That bar looks fantastic, I would like to have a drink there, in the evening.
Kristi says
Looks like the perfect place for a get away. I love historic places, they are all so unique with their own story.
Hannah says
This looks like a lovely place to stay, I hope I get to one day x
Jolina says
We prefer staying at hotels like this. The service still impeccable but personal. Somehow in the big chains you’re just another guest in a hundred!
Robin Rue says
This looks like such a beautiful place to stay. I love all the decor in the rooms and the beds look so inviting.
Fashion and Style Police says
I love the decor a lot. The bed is inviting too.
Rebecca Swenor says
This hotel sounds and looks just gorgeous. I would love to visit this hotel some day because I love the feel and the beauty of the historical places like this one. It really does look elegant and the food looks amazing.
aziel morte says
That hotel looks nice and I love the ambiance there. I would love to stay
Nicole Escat says
I like this hotel, sounds like a nice on to stay. I can’t see the oldness of this hotel, still looks fabulous despite its old age.
rika says
This hotel looks so gorgeous. I would love to stay there and visit Charlotte soon.
Franc Ramon says
The place looks epic. It has such a rich heritage and would really be a great place to visit.
Nicole Etolen says
This looks like a nice hotel. I love its ambience, even if it is old. I don’t have the freaky feeling in this hotel.
Sara says
I love the ancient vibe of the room, historic but not old. The food at the Asbury restaurant looks appeasing, specially the torched dessert.
Elizabeth says
I am loving the look of this hotel! I do love older buildings, even though the buildings in America aren’t terribly THAT old. 😉
Candice Nikeia says
Liz, the place is beautiful and the food looks so yummy! Thanks for sharing!!
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Myrah Duque says
Charlotte is on mu bucket list! The would be the hotel I would stay in…simplicity at its best. That’s me!
Jenna Wood says
Whenever I travel I look for inns and hotels with history and character. I think my favorite part is that the employees often have a real passion for the area! You can often get great insider tips from the staff.
felicia says
I adore hotels like this. I love finding places that are quirky and cool!
Alicia says
Looks like a great place to stay in Charlotte! And those desserts–amazing!
Janeane Davis says
This is such a beautiful place. I have never been to Charlotte. I enjoyed seeing the place and food through your camera lense.
Travel Blogger says
I love hotels that are oozing charm like this! What a cute place to stay.
janis says
I must admit that I had never heard of this hotel before. But it looks really cool, I love the interior.
Elizabeth O. says
I really like the interior except for the walls, the whole room is spacious and the bed looks super comfy! The food in Asbury looks great, I am always up for home cooked food.
mary says
I just love the charm of this hotel. Impressive that it is the age it is and in such great shape – and the decor is great
Crystal says
I agree! My kids must never have been there! It looks incredible.
Ashley Winters says
I am currently trying to get some fun places to stay at. I love historical hotels. They are so classy. I hope to find some real gems here in good ole Indiana. Thanks for sharing.
adriana says
What a gorgeous location and a beautiful hotel! Love this, hope you had so much fun!
Theresa says
It does have an old school charm about it. I love staying in a hotel that feels like an experience, not just a place to rest my head for the night.
Angela says
I love staying in historic places, this place is so beautiful! I love the charm!
sophia says
I love hotels with a historical setting.
Scott says
I haven’t been to Charlotte in forever! We have family in North Carolina – not too far away for a visit!
Danielle says
What a quaint little place? I would love to visit.
Amy Desrosiers says
I love the historic charm of this property. It looks so fancy, and I bet that bed is comfy! I love trying new foods to so these dishes look so appealing.
MJ.L says
Very charming hotel, and the food looks great. I will check this out next time I am in the Charlotte area.
Aimee Smith says
Charlotte is one of my most favorite places! I have never stayed here before but will look into it for sure next time I am in town. Looks gorgeous!
Cat says
That restaurant looks amazing! This hotels decor is so simple yet well done.
Marcie W. says
I am typically a chain hotel type of gal, but I had no idea about the Historic Hotels of America. I need to broaden my horizons because the Dunhill Hotel looks so charming.
Crystal says
Wow, it’s truly gorgeous. I would have thought it’d be old & stuffy, kind of like a rich old aunt’s house. It’s the perfect balance of historic and modern.
Christel says
Oh my goodness this is absolutely beautiful. I have never been to the US, but staying in a historic place like this would be so wonderful!
Cindy Ingalls says
As much as love all the amenities of newer hotels. there is nothing like staying in a historic hotel. I really enjoy all the unique touches and the embracing of history.
Sarah Bailey says
I absolutely adore places with history, there is something so nice about staying somewhere with a bit of a story – I would love to see historical US.
Jenn @ EngineerMommy says
This sounds like such a fabulous hotel. If I’m ever in the area, I’d love to stay at this hotel. Those pictures of the food are totally making me hungry!
Neely (@Neelykins) says
Sounds like a lovely hotel. I haven’t been to Charlotte before!
Emily says
This looks so cute! I’m actually in North Carolina now at Pinehearst! Hoping to make my way into Charlotte 🙂
Ana De- Jesus says
I love anything that is historic, it excites me and Dunhill hotel looks like the perfect escape for history geeks like myself.
Rhian Westbury says
Such a nice looking hotel and the food looks amazing x
Erin Ek Rush says
Dunhill hotel looks amazing! I didn’t know that there was such a thing as an Historic Hotels of America program but I love historic buildings and sounds like just the kind of place I would love to stay.
Jeanine says
It sure is a gorgeous hotel! Very charming and welcoming! That food too, oh my! Looks oh so delicious!
Catherine S says
This looks like a nice place to stay and all of the food looks amazing. I will keep this in mind if I am ever in the area.
Rachel says
I love the old charm that the hotel clearly has and the food looks pretty amazing too x
Linda Hobbis says
I have not yet visited the US but this is exactly the type of hotel I’d love to stay in. We Brits love formal and a bit strict. I could get into that bed and have a nap right now!
Betsy Barnes says
I have passed this lovely hotel, yet never been inside. The next time I’m in Charlotte, I’m going to check it out. It looks so beautiful! 🙂
Claire says
It sounds like a great place to stay, traditional but modern at the same time 🙂
lisa says
This hotel is gorgeous. I love the furnishings. And the food is making my mouth water just by looking at these pictures.
Sarah says
What a fantastic place to visit, I love historical places!
Harriet from Toby & Roo says
This looks like such a lovely place to visit, I’d love to go here one day! H x
Dana Rodriguez says
What a beautiful place to visit! I would love to stay at this hotel!
Karen Glatt says
I know that I would love to go to this Hotel and stay for the weekend and try out many of the recipes. The room is gorgeous and the food looks delicious!
Pam says
IT does look perfect for a weekend getaway doesn’t it? I would love to go there!
Toughcookiemommy says
There’s so much history at this hotel. I love staying in hotels that inspire nostalgia and make you feel like you are a part of their story.
Beverley Golden says
Love everything about what the Dunhill stands for. It reminds me a bit of a hotel I stayed at in Portland, Oregon, which I believe is also a historic old building made modern. I’ve never been to Charlotte, but it looks like an amazing city to visit. Lots of old world charm and with a hotel these lovely to stay at, a perfect place to visit. Thanks for sharing this with us all! Sounds like you thoroughly enjoyed every minute.
Toughcookiemommy says
I’ve never stayed at the Dunhill Hotel but I’m fascinated by its back story. It’s such a beautiful place to visit.
Pam says
I love staying at historic hotels like this one. They have so much more charm than some hotels you stay at, where everything is the same as it would be in any other city.
Dia All The Things I Do says
It kind of reminds me of the hotel I stayed in in New York last summer, although right now the name escapes me. I love that black mirror.
Kemkem says
The hotel looks beautiful! I would love to stay there. It looks well preserved, elegant and understated. My husband used to live in Charlotte years before l met him and he always spoke highly of the city. I think l would like it 🙂 . Nice pictures too.
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
Dunhill Hotel is so pretty! I love all the old-style finishings, colors, and the like. It’s like stepping back in time.
Jeanette says
We have always wanted to live in Charlotte, but since we have not been able to move there the next best thing is for a good visit and now I know where to stay next time we come. That hotel looks absolutely amazing.
Paula Schuck says
That is such a pretty hotel. I love the old school charm it has. Staying at historical hotels is always my favorite when I travel. I wish there were more of them around.
Kerry says
Very nice hotel, it looks very clean and fresh for being a historic hotels. In Scotland, most historic hotels are kept as is and aren’t modernized in any way, which is okay, but a lot more people prefer modern. Great post and I hope you had a lovely stay as I’m sure you did 🙂
Vera Sweeney says
What a nice looking hotel to stay at!! I know staying at a good hotel makes any visit to any city seem better.
Fatima says
This hotel looks nice and clean and I love the yummy goodies you have posted here. YUM!!!
Julie Syl Kalungi says
I totally am in agreement with Fatima.
I am loving the retro elegance, the food looks yummy and Boy I love Old world Charm and the Dunhill sounds like it has got that in bucket loads. Thank you wo much Liz for sharing with me. #bucketlist item hello 🙂
William Sweeney says
This looks like a great hotel to stay! Charlotte would be a fun city to explore too and see things in, Ive always wanted to visit!
valmg @ Mom Knows It All says
You had me at chocolates and Keurig! I’ve always wanted to visit this area, it sounds like this is a nice place to stay.
Alli says
I admit it – I’ve fallen in love! I’ve visited downtown Charlotte many, many times, but have never seen this place. The next time we spend the night in town, I’m booking this for the hubs and me. And that food – yum!
Yona Williams says
I like the added touches of a hotel like this, such as the decorative headboards in the rooms.
Cynthia C says
It looks beautiful and comfortable. It would be a great choice for a Charlotte visit.
Janet W. says
What a beautiful place to stay and visit! This hotel looks so upscale and beautifully decorated. The food looks delicious, too! What a nice getaway this would be for myself and my husband!
Michele says
I don’t think I have ever stay in any of the Historic Hotels of America. This one looks really nice and I know I would love the ambiance. If I ever make it to Charlotte you know I will be stopping by to at least see it (My niece would be upset if I stayed there and not with her!) I definitely would eat at least one meal there!
Elena says
This hotel looks very nice. I would love to stay there
Toni says
This is such a charming hotel without feeling really ‘old’ as some historical hotels can feel (in a not so charming way). I love visiting inns with a soul like this one.
Adriana Lopez-Martin says
We are planning a visit to Charlotte what a great place to stay I will definitely consider a stay here looks so nice and perfect for us traveling as a couple.