| across the street from the nascar hall of fame and the charlotte convention center, this contemporary all-suite hotel in center city is within 8 minutes' walk of 2 light rail stations. cooked-to-order breakfast is complimentary, as are evening socials with drinks and snacks. room service is available. upgraded suites add separate living rooms with pull-out sofas; some include complimentary drinks and snacks. warm suites come with flat-screen tvs and free wi-fi, plus minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers. other amenities include a coffee shop, an indoor saltwater pool and a fitness room, as well as a patio lounge, event space and a ballroom. check-in time: 4:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am
Charlotte Douglas International Airport 16 min
U.S. National Whitewater Center (24 min)
Recreation grounds with whitewater rafting, canoeing, kayaking, rappelling, rock climbing & more. Bechtler Museum of Modern Art (8 min)
Mid-20th-century modern art displayed in an elegant 4-story building filled with natural light. Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture (9 min)
African-American art, history & culture celebrated in an institution with a striking, modern facade. Ray's Splash Planet (5 min)
County-run water park & swimming pool, with a fitness center offering classes & personal training. Freedom Park (9 min)
A lakeside bandshell anchors this large park, which also has sports fields, a playground & trails. NASCAR Hall of Fame (2 min)
Shrine to stock-car drivers past & present plus a museum with interactive exhibits & a theater. Billy Graham Library (10 min)
Large library dedicated to religious leader Billy Graham, plus his original home with tours. ImaginOn: The Joe & Joan Martin Center (8 min)
Imaginative, colorful children's library & theater with art classes, events & a teen room. Romare Bearden Park (10 min)
This public green space is often host to fitness & cultural arts programs, including live music. Mint Museum Randolph (9 min)
Museum showcasing international art, plus live performances & educational programs for all ages. Mint Museum UPTOWN (8 min)
Museum showcasing international art, plus live performances & educational programs for all ages. Discovery Place Science | Advance Reservation Required (13 min)
Kids' science & tech museum with interactive exhibits, an aquarium, rain forest & IMAX theater. Carowinds (14 min)
Seasonal, family-friendly amusement park featuring towering roller coasters, waterslides & more. Levine Museum of the New South (10 min)
Interactive exhibits on post-Civil War Southern history & the people that prompted social change. | 
