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The Blake Hotel

3 stars
555 South McDowell, Charlotte, NC 28204
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.0
out of 5 123 reviews
st patricks day

i take other's ratings seriously. i had read good and bad things about this hotel, and was nervous... See full review

  • hpierce301
  • Mar 23, 2013
Very clean

I was there for a business meeting and it was great stayed for a3 nights it was very clean great... See full review

  • Cleyton
  • Feb 19, 2013
Unique hotel at value prices with free Uptown shuttle

Four blocks from the Charlotte Convention Center, the eccentric Blake Hotel offers Uptown convenience at a reasonable price. Hop on the hotel shuttle for a quick ride to shopping or dining. Or, stick around and play pool in the lobby, grab a drink in the bar or cool off in the seasonal splash pool. A retro chocolate brown and white scheme meets low lighting and a mellow mood at this older, quirky hotel. A fitness center offers strength training equipment for those who need to clear the brain after the convention winds down. Guests must be at least 21 years old to check-in.

Highlights

  • Uptown value near the Convention Center
  • Large conference space with a 16,000-square-foot ballroom
  • Eccentric atmosphere with a pool table in the lobby and cocktail bar
  • Outdoor seasonal splash pool with cabanas

Rooms
Floor-to-ceiling windows give way to stunning city views from some of the upper-level rooms at The Blake Hotel. A moody chocolate brown scheme with modern leather and wood furnishings lend urban flair. Belgian linens, down duvets, flat-screen TVs with pay-per-view movies and wireless Internet access (fees apply) round out the list of amenities. A glass-panel shower in the bathroom comes stocked with Gilchrist & Soames bath goodies.
Features
Those looking for a conference space with personality don't need to look further than the 16,000-square-foot ballroom at The Blake Hotel. Complimentary Wi-Fi in public areas plus Internet access in guest rooms (fees apply) adds the convenience to stay connected. Garage parking is available (fees apply) and a shuttle takes guests to Uptown attractions of their choice. Within a mile, guests can reach shopping and nightlife at the Epicentre, Charlotte Bobcats, Panthers and Checkers games, and the NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Transportation

  • Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (8 mi/12.9 km)
  • Complimentary Uptown shuttle service

Attractions

  • NASCAR Hall of Fame (0.4 mi/0.6 km)
  • Time Warner Cable Arena (0.7 mi/1.1 km)
  • EpiCentre shops and restaurants (0.7 mi/1.1 km)
  • Charlotte Convention Center (0.9 mi/1.4 km)
  • Bank of America Stadium (1 mi/1.6 km)
  • Discovery Place (1.1 mi/1.8 km)
  • Carowinds Amusement Park (13 mi/21 km)
  • Charlotte Motor Speedway (18.3 mi/29.4 km)

Business

  • Four blocks from the Charlotte Convention Center
  • Business center with computer stations
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas and access in guest rooms (fees apply)
  • 52,000 square feet of meeting space, from intimate boardrooms to a 16,000-square-foot ballroom

Policies and fees
  • Guests must be at least 21 years old to check-in.

This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.

The Blake Hotel Rooms

Standard Room
One king or two double beds with Belgian linens and down comforters. 300 square feet. Floor-to-ceiling windows. Wireless Internet access (surcharge). Cable TV with pay movies and premium channels. Bathroom with shower/tub combination, designer toiletries, and hair dryer. Iron/ironing board.
Deluxe Room
One king bed or two double beds with Belgian linens and down duvets. City views. 440 square feet. Flat-screen cable/satellite TV with pay movies. Wireless Internet access (surcharge). Gilchrist & Soames bath amenities.

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
  • Pool
General
Concierge
Activities
Pool
Health club
Dining
Restaurant
Services
Business center
Conference facilities
Internet
Wireless internet
Parking
Parking
Accessibility
Handicapped rooms/facilities

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Hotel Map

35.2168 -80.8383
Area served
Charlotte, North Carolina. "Please note: Guest must be 21 years or older to check in to this property."
Nearby airports
Charlotte/Douglas International Airport
Area description
The hotel is located uptown in Charlotte's business district, four blocks from the Convention Center, convenient to shopping and entertainment. Parking is $13.00 per day/24 Hours

Nearby points of interest

  • Charlotte Bobcats Arena: 0.6 mi
  • Charlotte Convention Center: 0.7 mi
  • Blumenthal Performing Arts Center: 0.8 mi
  • ImaginOn: The Joe & Joan Martin Center: 0.8 mi
  • Bechtler Museum of Modern Art: 0.8 mi
  • Levine Museum of the New South: 0.8 mi
  • Discovery Place: 1 mi
  • The Bank of America Stadium: 1 mi
  • Fourth Ward: 1.1 mi
  • Charlotte Nature Museum: 1.6 mi
  • The Fillmore: 1.6 mi
  • North Carolina Music Factory: 1.6 mi
  • Freedom Park: 2 mi
  • Wing Haven Garden and Bird Sanctuary: 2.6 mi
  • The Billy Graham Library: 4.4 mi
  • Charlotte Bobcats Arena: 0.6 mi
  • Charlotte Convention Center: 0.7 mi
  • Blumenthal Performing Arts Center: 0.8 mi
  • ImaginOn: The Joe & Joan Martin Center: 0.8 mi
  • Bechtler Museum of Modern Art: 0.8 mi
  • Levine Museum of the New South: 0.8 mi
  • Discovery Place: 1 mi
  • The Bank of America Stadium: 1 mi
  • Fourth Ward: 1.1 mi
  • Charlotte Nature Museum: 1.6 mi
  • The Fillmore: 1.6 mi
  • North Carolina Music Factory: 1.6 mi
  • Freedom Park: 2 mi
  • Wing Haven Garden and Bird Sanctuary: 2.6 mi
  • The Billy Graham Library: 4.4 mi
  • Carolinas Aviation Museum: 5.2 mi
  • Reedy Creek Nature Center and Preserve: 7.5 mi
  • Metrolina Expo Center: 8.4 mi
  • UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens: 8.9 mi
  • Carowinds: 9.8 mi
  • US National Whitewater Center: 10.2 mi
  • The Golf Club at Ballantyne: 11 mi
  • McDowell Nature Center and Preserve: 11.5 mi
  • Hendrix Motorsports Complex: 12.7 mi
  • Lowe's Motor Speedway: 12.7 mi

Dining

Snacks To Go-Go
Conveniently located in the lobby and featuring Seattle's Best Coffee, Snacks To Go-Go offers a large variety of teas, coffees, specialty drinks, sodas, juices, pastries, sweets, salties, gourmet salads and sandwiches made fresh daily.
Vault Bar & Lounge
Guests can sip cocktails in a relaxed atmosphere of the Vault Bar and Lounge, located on-site.
The Vault Restaurant
The Vault Restaurant offers lite continental cuisine and casual dining for breakfast, lunch,and dinner nightly.
Evening Social
Complimentary alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages and snacks served in our Vault lounge Sunday through Thursday.

Meeting facilities

Meeting Info
With over 52000 sq.ft of meeting and conference facilities- the possibilities are endless.

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 (123)

Ratings and reviews for The Blake Hotel

Overall score

3 / 5
About the scores
123 out of 123
Amenities:
2.8
Room cleanliness:
3.8
Hotel staff:
3.8
Room comfort:
3.5
Location:
3.6
Value:
3.2

57% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of The Blake Hotel

Reviewer score

4

Would recommend

magnus444
columbia, sc
Jul 5, 2012

Great Hotel

The hotel is definitely worth more than you pay. Also the pool setup is wonderful and we spent most of the day there.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
4
Time-saving tip: In Hotel

Take the shuttle to the epicenter for free! it runs every 10-15 minutes in front of the hotel

Review of The Blake Hotel

Reviewer score

3

Would recommend

having too much fun
Concord,N.C.
Jun 26, 2012

great night

Elsie at the front deck very nice at check in. Free shuttle bus great for getting us to the stadium for the concert. We was close enough we walked back after the concert. Will stay again if i need a place to stay in Charlotte.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
5
Review of The Blake Hotel

Reviewer score

4

Would recommend

allen
Business
atlanta, ga
May 25, 2012

Good Hotel

Loved my stay at The Blake Hotel.. Great Staff and nice room

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

Business

Review of The Blake Hotel

Reviewer score

4

Would recommend

tease tan
Lynchburg, VA, USA
Apr 21, 2012

The bobcats

Was very surprise of what I saw, the lobby was very clean elegant. The room had alot space the only things was missing was fridge or microwave too much space but to have both our one of other.the locating was great for parting and dining cab fair very cheap or to walk was good too...I'll be back again to stay.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of The Blake Hotel

Reviewer score

4

Would recommend

mcharr77
Shelby, NC, USA
Apr 16, 2012

Close to everything I needed

In Charlotte for the day and evening Dnner and show at Ovens Auditorium. Close to shopping and excellent restaurants. Not lots of driving, not lots of hassle.

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

Best sushi you will ever eat is at Nikkos on South Blvd. Bout quarter mile away.

Review of The Blake Hotel

Reviewer score

3

Would recommend

Lena85
Business
Newark, NJ
Mar 25, 2012

Great location & service

Hotel is in an old building, under construction, but the rooms are clean and comfortrable. Location is perfect, close to I-277 and withing walking distance to downtown (but they have shuttle anyways) Read reviews and some people are really making it look bad, it is pretty nice there and would go back!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of The Blake Hotel

Reviewer score

2

Would not recommend

Willsj
Fayetteville, NC, USA
Feb 13, 2012

Not worth the price

the hotel is an old building that has been remoded. The upgrades looked like a handy mans job not professional. The lobby was great and the staff was amazing. You have to pay for parking and the parking lot had wooden boards everywhere. This hotel is defentley a not on my check list.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
3
Location:
3
Value:
2
Review of The Blake Hotel

Reviewer score

2

Would not recommend

StanO
Central, S.C.
Dec 6, 2011

Disappointing for the price.

There are ice machines only on three floors and they were empty. There were no blow dryers in the rooms. Towels were small. I would not stay there again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
2
Review of The Blake Hotel

Reviewer score

4

Would recommend

OL73
Mechanicsville, VA, USA
Oct 11, 2011

Good Stay for Football Game

I booked this hotel for a 1 night stay to see a Carolina Panthers game. It is very easy to get to from I277 and the entrance to I277 is only 2 blocks away. The room was clean. The beds were comfortable. The staff was very polite. We did not take advantage of the bar or restaurant. The location was good. It was about a 15 minute walk to the Epicenter and 20 minutes to BoA Stadium. The hotel does offer a free shuttle for drop off, but the weather was great so we walked. Parking is $13, but that is still cheaper than other hotels. We did leave our car on the lot after checkout, during the football game.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of The Blake Hotel

Reviewer score

3

Would recommend

Anonymous
columbia, sc
Sep 4, 2011

sc vs ecu at bank of america

i read the bad reviews online but it really wasnt a bad experience at all. the cable was out when i got there and the rooms dont get espn so that was a big negative. the pool and bar were nice. it was close enough to bank of america stadium and uptown charlotte. shuttle was nice and efficent. the customer service and desk staff was very helpful. the thing kepping me from rating it 4 stars instead of 3 is the cable issue, especially them not having espn...every hotel has espn (i thought)!

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

uptown charlotte and bank of america stadium are both roughly 20 minute walks.

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