Rate based on Check-in: May 31, 2013 Check-out: Jun 2, 2013

Hilton Charlotte University Place

4 stars
8629 JM Keynes Drive, Charlotte, NC 28262
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.0
out of 5
24 reviews
great overnight getaway

Beautiful atmosphere and staff was very pleasant. Loved the excecutive suite. Hotel had a lot of... See full review

  • robin sports mom
  • Feb 21, 2013
our first getaway

great we loved it cant wait until next time. good good good See full review

  • big chris
  • Feb 20, 2012
Lakefront beauty next to 80 shops and restaurants

One mile from the UNC campus in the University City area, this newly renovated hotel combines a lakefront location with proximity to top attractions. Next door to Hilton Charlotte University Place, guests stroll the Shoppes at University and its 80 dining and shopping venues along a lakeside boardwalk. The hotel provides a fitness center and an outdoor pool, in addition to free in-room Wi-Fi. Minutes away, catch NASCAR action, explore Uptown Charlotte or take in a concert or sports event. Request a free shuttle for destinations within five miles.

Highlights

  • Lakefront hotel with modern style and recent renovations
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Adjacent to Shoppes at University with 80 lakeside shops and restaurants
  • Complimentary local shuttle within a five-mile radius
  • Five minutes from NASCAR racing at Charlotte Motor Speedway

Rooms
Guests find tranquility and escape in Hilton Charlotte University Place guest rooms. Deep red walls and contemporary artwork pair with enormous glass windows decked out in sleep-soundly black-out curtains. The 393 newly renovated deluxe guest rooms and suites pull out the stops with free Wi-Fi, remote printing to the business center, 37-inch HDTVs and MP3-compatible clock radios. Wake from a sweet rest on a Serenity Bed with 800-thread-count linens and a plush-top mattress. Freshen up with Crabtree & Evelyn® bath amenities then start the LavAzza coffee-maker for a fresh cup of coffee. Order room service from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Features
Attractive modern spaces at Hilton Charlotte University Place combine bright colors and modern furnishings with a cohesive flow and plenty of light. Pop into the Lakefront Restaurant for casual dining or head to the lounge for martinis and a light snack. In the fitness center, choose from a variety of cardio equipment including treadmills, exercise bikes and a stair machine. Take the kids to the on-site playground for their share of activity, too. The Uptown Charlotte hotel's unique business amenities, like remote printing from guest rooms, also draws a solid following of business travelers.
Transportation

  • Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (14.6 mi/23.5 km)
  • Complimentary local shuttle within a five-mile radius

Attractions

  • Shoppes at University (across the street)
  • Botanical Gardens at the UNC-Charlotte (2.7 mi/4.3 km)
  • Verizon Wireless Ampitheater (3.5 mi/5.6 km)
  • Charlotte Motor Speedway (5 mi/8 km)
  • Concord Mills Mall (5.7 mi/9.2 km)
  • Uptown Charlotte(8.5 mi/13.7 km)
  • Bank of America stadium (9.1 mi/14.6 km)
  • Charlotte Convention Center (9.4 mi/15.1 km)
  • Carowinds Amusement Park (13.5 mi/21.7 km)
  • U.S. National Whitewater Center (21.4 mi/34.4 km)

Business

  • Remote printing feature from guest rooms
  • 24-hour business center with copy, fax and printing services (fees apply)
  • Over 20,000 square feet of event space for groups up to 600
  • Lake view meeting rooms available
  • Laundry/valet service available (fees apply)

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
  • Pool
  • Smoke-free policy
General
Smoke-free policy
Activities
Pool
Exercise gym
Jacuzzi
Dining
Restaurant
Services
Business center
Conference facilities
Internet
Wireless internet

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Hotel Map

35.3088 -80.7508
Nearby airports
Charlotte/Douglas Intl Airport, (CLT), 15.00, MI, NE; Piedmont Triad Intl Airport, (GSO), 95.00, MI, SW; Concord Regional, (JQF), 7.70, MI, S;

Nearby points of interest

  • Lowe's Motor Speedway: 4.8 mi
  • Charlotte Bobcats Arena: 7.6 mi

Dining

Restaurant
onsite

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (24)

Ratings and reviews for Hilton Charlotte University Place

Overall score

4 / 5
24 out of 24
Amenities:
4.3
Room cleanliness:
4.6
Hotel staff:
4.5
Room comfort:
4.6
Location:
4.5
Value:
3.9

83% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of Hilton Charlotte University Place

Reviewer score

5
robin sports mom
north carolina
Feb 21, 2013

great overnight getaway

Beautiful atmosphere and staff was very pleasant. Loved the excecutive suite. Hotel had a lot of extras so that you did not need to leave.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Many shopping areas and dining all in that area.

Review of Hilton Charlotte University Place

Reviewer score

3
ladyk86
Davidson, nc
Feb 11, 2013

Hotel stay

Room service was great but for the price of the room you would expect more. Nice view of the lake and the shopping area. Nice mattress and nice flat screen tv. I was on the executive floor it looks like all the other rooms. I expected to be in a suite which is what I paid for.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
3
Review of Hilton Charlotte University Place

Reviewer score

4
Business travelers
Business
Ohio, USA
Mar 15, 2012

Wonderful Business trip

This hotel has exceptional customer service. Entire staff is friendly and always accomodating to your needs. Location was wonderful. Rooms were very nice and clean.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Blackfinn Saloon

Review of Hilton Charlotte University Place

Reviewer score

5
big chris
Elberton, GA 30635, USA
Feb 20, 2012

our first getaway

great we loved it cant wait until next time. good good good

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Hilton Charlotte University Place

Reviewer score

4
plumblegal
Raleigh, NC
Feb 13, 2012

Recommend!

My husband and I stayed at the Hilton University Place Charlotte as a weekend get away. The checkin clerk (Parker S.) was very kind and welcoming. We stayed on the 6th floor and enjoyed a nice view of the area. Convenient to restaurants and shopping....and just off the interstate. Recommend !!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Shopping tip: Short drive from hotel

to Ikea !!

Review of Hilton Charlotte University Place

Reviewer score

4
W.R.
Louisville, KY
Dec 29, 2011

Nice!!!!

The hotel and staff were excellent. The only complaint, the bathroom was small. But hey, it was clean and the staff was very nice and helpful!!!!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
5
Review of Hilton Charlotte University Place

Reviewer score

4
Daddy Jim
Crystal River, FL, USA
Oct 31, 2011

Surprize Bonus

The hotel was very busy the day we arrived due to a Bridge tournament that was in progress, but the staff handled it very well. Clean, quiet rooms and ours had a great view.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
3
Value:
3
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

The bonus was that the hotel was on a lake (manmade) with foot bridges to the Boardwalk on the other side. There are fountains in the lake as well as ducks, geese, and swans, Very pretty, There are three or four restaurants within walking, as well as one in the hotel. distance

Review of Hilton Charlotte University Place

Reviewer score

4
Disappointed Concert Fan
Greenville, SC, USA
Sep 4, 2011

Misleading shuttle information

The only complaint that I have is that the website says that a free shuttle is provided for anything within 5 miles. The Verizon Wireless Amphitheater is within 5 miles but they do not mention that the hotel DOES NOT provide shuttle service to concerts there even though it is listed on their site as one of the local attractions within 5miles. After I voiced my complaint about the misleading information, the hotel staff politely shuttled me to the Amphitheater but could not offer a ride back.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Sightseeing tip: Short drive from hotel

Do NOT expect a shuttle ride to and from the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater! Although it is within the 5 mile range for the shuttle, they do not offer the service for that venue.

Review of Hilton Charlotte University Place

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Concord NC
Jun 10, 2011

Perfect wedding followed by perfect stay

Upon entering the king size executive suite, my new husband and I were ecstatic!! The room was huge, complete with a mini kitchen, a very soft bed, and a lake view. It was definitely worth the money even for just one night. The hotel staff was very friendly and helpful. It was the perfect choice for beginning the honeymoon! The only suggestion I would have is to make known the complimentary services. We were afraid to use the luxurious bathrobes and drink the bottled water because we might have gotten charged.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Money-saving tip: Short walk from hotel

Don't park in the hotel parking lot if you can avoid it. It costs $12. We parked in a business' lot and walked. It wasn't a bad walk... Even with wedding attire on and carrying bags and perishable food items!

Review of Hilton Charlotte University Place

Reviewer score

3
nk_white
Braselton, ga
Dec 5, 2010

worth the price we paid

We stayed here for a weekend getaway. We were satisfied with the hotel staff and the comfortable beds, however this is the loudest hotel either of us have ever stayed in. Our room was near the elevator and ice machine, which didnt help the fact that our room door was missing the seals on half of it. We were unaware when we booked our trip that the acc championship was in town. This made for some sleepless nights of loud people that we could hear down the halls, getting off the elevators, and in the rooms next to us. We were hoping for a little more from a Hilton, my family has always stayed in this family of hotels and had no complaints. So we only say it was an average stay and was worth the rate we were able to get, but we wouldnt have paid more than 80 dollars a night for this hotel.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
1
Sightseeing tip: Short drive from hotel

Nascar Hall of Fame was amazing and if in the area near Christmas time make sure to check out Carolina Christmas at Charlotte motor speedway, Its awesome!!!

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