With a stay at Zelda Dearest, you'll be centrally located in Asheville, steps from The Orange Peel and 11 minutes by foot from Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville. .This hotel is 4.4 mi (7.2 km) from Biltmore Estate and 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance.
What's nearby
The Orange Peel - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
Wicked Weed Brewing - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
McCormick Field - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Fired Up Creative Lounge Ashville - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 19 min drive
Restaurants
Chai Pani - 4 min walk
Burial Beer Co. - 6 min walk
Bear’s Smokehouse - 6 min walk
White Labs - 8 min walk
Daddy Mac’s Down Home Dive - 2 min walk
About this property
Zelda Dearest
Zelda Dearest offers 20 accommodations with bathrobes and hair dryers. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Housekeeping is provided daily.
Stay in one of 20 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Wine & Roses - Onsite bar.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Uncovered self parking on site (USD 12 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Food and drink
A bar/lounge
Restaurants on site
Wine & Roses
Conveniences
Luggage storage
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Wedding services
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 accessible parking spaces
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible parking
More
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided
Entertainment
55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (8:00 AM - 10:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Uncovered self parking fee: USD 12 per night (in/out privileges)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Zelda Dearest Hotel
Zelda Dearest Asheville
Zelda Dearest Hotel Asheville
Zelda Dearest Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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We had a lovely stay at Zelda Dearest. The furnishings and decor are beautiful and comfortable, the staff was friendly and accommodating. The location was good - we were able to walk to most things downtown. We can't wait to come back!
Courtney
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Garrett
Jan 16, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Kind, helpful staff. Real thought put into the finishes with integration of local art. Stayed in Magnolia and loved the tub. Nice to have parking on site since street parking is real tight. A free breakfast is also included and they provide all local food, which was delicious. Bed was more 4 star than 5 but overall great stay!
Garrett
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Dana
Jan 15, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our stay and room at Zelda Dearest were sumptuous and immaculate. Check in was a delight. We will return for sure!
Zelda Dearest is charming in every way. Walking into the building feels like coming home. The room was well stocked, delightfully decorated and incredibly comfortable. The staff was above and beyond lovely to interact with and very helpful. The location is an easy walk to downtown. I cannot say enough positive things about our stay.
The room is better than the pictures
In a great location .walk to restaursnts and shops .
The breakfast was delicious and all people that worked there were very nice .
We woukd definitely return.
Everything about this hotel went above and beyond our expectations! It operates more like a bed and breakfast. Each room is uniquely decorated and housed in a historic house. We stayed in the Rosalind, which is the one with the bar and breakfast room. The place was immaculate, the bed was incredibly comfortable, the location was absolutely perfect- just one block from the famous Orange Peel music venue and an easy walk to everything downtown. The breakfast really went above and beyond, with fresh pastries, frittatas, and fresh juice and coffee. And the entire staff was extremely nice and welcoming. Highly suggest the Zelda dearest!
Todd Carter
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nathan
Dec 31, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very friendly and the property is amazing. Great location with walkable restaurants nearby also, and quick drive to Biltmore. Highly recommend.
Our room was located right over the maintenance area. Didn't get much last night there because of the garage door opening and closing, and all the noises with maintenance area beneath us.
This place was beautiful, clean, lovely furnishings, great location close to restaurants, etc. Drinks at the cocktail lounge were great as well! I would definitely stay again.
I loved everything about this hotel! So much charm and character. The staff were friendly and helpful. The property was very well maintained and our room was immaculate. I will definitely staff here again.
Perfect. Well done. Better than expected. Near really great restaurant! Could not have asked for more. Seating, bedding, double sinks, lotions, pillows, two tv screens, private entrance, comforts everywhere. Really exceptional. (No elevator)