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 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from University of North Carolina at Asheville.
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 - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 19 min drive
Restaurants
Burial Beer Co. - 6 min walk
Bear’s Smokehouse - 6 min walk
White Labs - 8 min walk
Chai Pani - 4 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 18 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 18 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
9.8
Exceptional
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I adored this hotel. Great location within walking distance to the Orange Peel concert venue, and great shops and dining, the staff were so kind and helpful. I would love to stay here again and try another one of their unique suites. I enjoy design and this was a gem.
Wonderful experience! We were greeted warmly by each staff member we met and thoroughly enjoyed the beautiful room. Great location within walking distance to everything. Would definitely recommend.
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
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Adrienne
Dec 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Adrienne
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified
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.
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.
Room was nice. Layout of the property is different. Be prepared for stairs. Unfortunately the hotel car was closed to guests as the hotel was hosting a wedding. The staff was very helpful.
Amazing hotel! Warm greeting and great drinks at their cocktail bar. Room was beautiful, elegant and I loved the decor. Breakfast was included and absolutely wonderful, loved the overnight oats & frittata. Will definitely be returning! My only slight complaint was that the steps walking down to Biltmore Ave. were steep, uneven and no handrail. I didn’t have any issues with them but it felt a little treacherous any time we had to use them.
Samantha
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
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!
Everything was better than expected! Room was spotless & gorgeous!! Just know there’s no elevator - so you will have to take your bags up stairs - but the staff offered to help!!