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Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG

Property class: 4.5

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A modern living room with a dark blue accent wall, a large C. sign, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sofa with a plaid cushion.
A modern living room with a marble coffee table, wine bottles, glasses, and a sofa with decorative pillows.
A bar with a wooden interior, shelves with bottles, and bar stools.
An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture and red umbrellas, set against a building with large windows and a white facade.
A bowling alley with a blue bowling lane, seating area, and a view of the bowling lanes.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
The current price is $182
$161 nightly
$182 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31

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51 East 4th St, Winston-Salem, NC, 27101
  • Place, Benton Convention Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Salem
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Winston Salem State University
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Winston-Salem, NC (INT-Smith Reynolds)
    ‪5 min drive‬

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A neatly made bed with white bedding and decorative pillows, a bedside table with a lamp and a vase of flowers, and a modern headboard with a striped pattern.

Room (Essential)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a small table with a lamp.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A neatly made bed with white bedding and decorative pillows, a bedside table with a lamp and a vase of flowers, and a modern headboard with a striped pattern.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A neatly made bed with white bedding and decorative pillows, a bedside table with a lamp and a vase of flowers, and a modern headboard with a striped pattern.

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(45 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a small table with a lamp.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of the outside through a window.

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and artwork on the wall.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 650 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, a wall-mounted deer head decoration, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed (Exterior View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 480 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds (Exterior View)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 480 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Mobility)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, a wall-mounted deer head decoration, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Mobility)

  • 650 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of the outside through a window.

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Mobility)

  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A modern living room with a blue sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining area with teal chairs.

Presidential Suite, 1 Twin Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Room

  • Sleeps 2

Room

  • Sleeps 2

Room

  • Sleeps 6

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About the neighborhood

Winston-Salem

In the heart of Winston-Salem, Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG is within a 5-minute drive of Benton Convention Center and Old Salem. .This family-friendly hotel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Winston Salem State University and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum.

What's nearby

  • Benton Convention Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Old Salem - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Winston Salem State University - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Truist Stadium - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • University of North Carolina School of the Arts - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • High Point Station - 25 min drive
  • Piedmont Triad Intl. Airport (GSO) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tucker’s Tapyard - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Radar Brewing Company - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Downtown Grille - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Incendiary Brewing Company - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG offers 174 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

In-room wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center and complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Stay in one of 174 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Wireless internet access (surcharge) is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including wireless internet access (surcharge) and concierge services. Additional amenities at this hotel include an arcade/game room, a television in a common area, and a ballroom.
Enjoy French cuisine at The Katharine Brasserie, a brasserie which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Winston-Salem? This hotel has 6375 square feet (592 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 8 meeting rooms.
A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.
The Katharine Brasserie - This brasserie specializes in French cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 14.99 per night)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 14.99 per night)

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 30 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; USD 12 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Katharine Brasserie

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Bowling alley
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bowling alley
  • Children's games
  • In-room crib
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 6,375 square feet of conference space
  • 8 meeting rooms
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 25 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 14.99 per night (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 14.99 per night (rates may vary)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 30 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night

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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Cardinal Hotel Winston-Salem
Kimpton Cardinal Hotel Winston-Salem
Kimpton Cardinal Winston-Salem
Kimpton Cardinal
The Cardinal a Kimpton Hotel
The Kimpton Cardinal Hotel
Kimpton Cardinal Hotel
Kimpton Cardinal By Ihg
Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG Hotel
Kimpton Cardinal Hotel an IHG Hotel
Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG Winston-Salem
Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG Hotel Winston-Salem

Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 700 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 177 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1004 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious. Beds were super comfy! Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LaGrande

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice area and clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff! Beautiful hotel!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here once years ago and were happy to have another great experience this time! The amenities, game room, staff and happy hour are all fantastic and the art deco decor is really unique. The restaurant was very good and the rooms are clean and spacious. We would definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was perfect! Great place to stay…
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Favorite place to stay! Restaurant, The Katherine is fantastic. We will be back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a cool hotel! Great coffee bar, and the downstairs game area and gym are so fun. The surrounding area was great too, with some restaurants within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Room was super clean, bed very comfortable, loved the wine hour, and in a great location. Easy to self park and skip valet. Will 100% stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and excellent hotel staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very nice, and the staff are friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was very accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Malia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Helpful staff. Nice room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brynden

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location plenty of places to eat, the staff was exceptionally nice and helpful. Me and my friends enjoyed the rec center. Was in town for a baseball game and whenever I’m in the area will be staying at this hotel again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cierra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff was extremely friendly and accommodating. They were especially nice to my daughter and made sure she enjoyed her first hotel experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Such a gorgeous property, dinner was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JACQUELINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Great room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was absolutely amazing, clean, staff was very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We arrived just in time for the wonderful nightly social hour! We love this place and it is our new favorite place to stay. Staff couldn’t be more accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at this hotel multiple times and each stay exceed expectations. The staff is great, and the rooms and building are always clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! Very courteous staff! Great location! Will stay here when I visit again. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sherry

clean, staff helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025