This is a great hotel in the bowl area of valentine. It is located perfectly with storage and shops across the street and in the area that is walkable. The hotel is clean well kept and fresh. And is in the middle of everything. This is a definite wonderful place to stay. read more

Stephanie Is the best thing ever. Came to town for a training and from Monday - Wednesday, she was my bartender and she made me feel like home. One of the best experiences is when a bartender connect with you. 10/10 recommend getting a drink served from Steph. read more

I was was warmly greeted by the staff, honestly each employees that I walked by. If I were to return to this location it would be solely based on the most pleasant staff I have ever encountered at a hotel. Everyone was so nice and energetic. Multiple staff members provided me with restaurant recommendations. There is a shuttle that takes you anywhere within a 2 mile radius at no additional charge-- early morning until 10pm at night. Definitely sets this location a part from other hotels. Loved the property, nice well kept gym (cold water dispenser inside), with a nice indoor pool no hot tub and nice setting area if you don't come in the winter. In terms of the hotel rooms, they were quite small gave upscale hostel vibes. Reminds me of the size hotel room when I travel outside of the US. read more

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I stayed here for one night not having any idea what to expect. This place is wonderful in so many ways. Parking was easy to find, check in was simple and nice employees. My room was modern and I loved the set up. Note that I didn't have a microwave in my room. The bed was great with both firm and soft pillows. They have a bar from 5-12 that waves simple foods. You can order breakfast made to order, too. The pool was lovely with a really shower area and pool towels available on the loungers. Fitness center was also very inviting and great! The best part about all of this is the location. You literally walk right out on to the Bowl of Ballantyne. This area is a safe, fun area to dine, have drinks, go to a concert, etc. This is a prime location for fun! read more

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I loved my stay at this hotel - I really liked the modern decor and fun atmosphere of the communal areas. Everything was always clean and tidy throughout and everyone at the front desk was so nice. I did change to a double queen room to have more space and a bigger bathroom area than in the single King room. Also great location with all of the restaurants behind the hotel! read more

I was in Charlotte for business, so my work paid for the $125/night costs, but either way A Loft is really good for the money. Its got that fun, modern, youthful feel but still a feeling of modern elegance. PROS: -Large, clean, fun lobby. -Friendly staff -Large, clean, modern room and bathroom -Complimentary shuttle within 3 miles. -Pool and Gym CONS: -Located pretty far outside of central Charlotte. read more

Yaz at the front desk was amazing. Sweet and did everything one could to to make you feel right at home. Job well Done

My wife and I stayed here for Valentine's Day, The room was set up very nice! We received our Chocolate covered strawberries and bottle of Prosecco! The room was very clean, check in was smooth, the staff were nice and they were very welcoming! Only thing that I have a problem with is starting at around 7 house keeping kept coming in (we were woken up a couple of times) to clean the room, which I didn't quite understand because I was told check out was at 12. read more

Really nice hotel. Lots of parking. TIP: go to the side and park. Walk right through the side door. Rooms are nice. I like the way the have the bathrooms and the main room separated. Great air conditioning system. The lobby is really nice. Pool table, bar and lots of seating. read more

Let me start by saying the hotel staff here are 5 Stars all the way! I used to live in this area and recently moved out of state and I was visiting for the weekend. This was my first time booking accommodations here. I gave this Hotel 3 Stars. Why not 5? If you are someone that is accustomed to 4 and 5 Star Hotels this Hotel will likely fall short of your expectations when comparing the two. As an example I did not sleep well; the pillows however clean were worn out and offered no Support. The sheets looked clean but smelled like Wet Dog in Spots. The air conditioning unit in the room was so loud you could not even enjoy watching Television while in bed. These are a few examples. On a positive note; This is a Great Location and with the compact Pool, Bar, outdoor space and games in the Lobby, it is ideal for Young people or Family's that want a nice Safe Hotel. Keeping in mind there would be no real Luxuries. After 1 Night I canceled the additional 2 and booked a 2 Night stay at the Much more Luxurious (expensive) Ballantyne Hotel! read more

I enjoyed my stay at the hotel. It is super modern and definitely trying to attract young business people. They had a free shuttle within 2 miles, making it super convenient if you are traveling for work. The room was clean, had everything I needed. The gym was really good - they had a peleton in it and all the basic things you could want. There's also an indoor pool, but I didn't have a chance to go in. There is a hotel bar that is pretty nice with light appetizers and food. They also have live music some nights which is fun if you are into it. Overall really nicely staff and a great stay. read more

This is a cool hotel and I recommend staying here! My bf and I stayed for 2 nights with our small dog. So great we could bring him and they had a treat bag for him as well. The lobby is trendy, with games and a bar. Nice music and decor. The room was lovely and clean. Love the layout and feel of the room. Everything was clean, staff were great. Only thing that would have been better was there was a pre-teen soccer tournament one of the days and the hotel and lobby were filled with dozens of kids. It was a lot to deal with. But once they left= so much better. Until the construction started. They were working on one of the floors. That was very frustrating to wake up to. But overall, very positive. read more

Aloft is usually my go - to hotel when I travel. My first time at this upscale location. The area is beautiful & I just had to come try it out for myself. The lady at the bar was so sweet & the drinks were definitely on point I think her name was Tori. The folks at the front were also nice & helpful. Downstairs seemed clean and well put together, room seemed that way as well until i happen to wake up in the middle of the night and use the bathroom. I happen to look down under at the lil cubby area and see some Polo Ralph underwear, wife beater, & some other underwear which is the nastiest thing ever. I've never dealt with that even at some of the more less expensive hotels I've stayed at. Not all but this Aloft has really lost some points on this one. Makes me wonder how clean the room actually is cause apparently housekeeping didn't do a thorough clean/check on the room if that nasty mess was left behind. GET IT TOGETHER ALOFT!!!!!! read more

Aloft by Marriott Charlotte Ballantyne - Hotels Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Really more of a 3 star, but an extra star for service It's your typical Aloft. If you're familiar with the SPG, now Marriott portfolio, think a cheaper version of the W that is geared toward millennials. Pro's: + Staff- The front desk staff is always friendly and helpful. + Location- Located right next to a business complex, so you may have the option to walk right across the street to your place of work. +Wifi - It's free + Shuttle - If you don't have a car, there is a free shuttle that will take to the local businesses within the area. Just verify what the mile range is. +Thursday Events - They host live events, weither it be a local band or they even had a yoga class during one of my stays where a local yoga studio came in to practice in the outdoor area. + Decent small gym + Lobby area was small, but offered a large pool table, some seating area to enjoy your meal/drink or meet up with coworkers, as well as the XYZ bar +Shower - Extremely tall height +Electrical plugs - plenty available with some available by the bed side, as well as a power block on the desk + Make a green choice was offered where you could either get points or a $5 credit for a drink/food item for each day you chose not to have service Con's - Design Room- overall , the room reminds me of a college dorm with the locker type area in the bathroom. A major pet peeve of mine is the stand alone shower, there needs to be a ledge towards the bottom to prob ones foot up on to help with shaving like in other hotels Design overall - Aesthetically, it really looks like they tried too hard and that they crammed together a punch of crap they thought would be neat to appeal to their target audience, which I fall into. It just seems somewhat cheesy. -Location - You are located next to a business complex. There are no restaurants within a quick walking distance, so you will need to drive to get food. - Noise - Noise travels. The walls are thin. - Wifi - It's free, so at times there was some lags and dropping of service -Bed - for me personally, the bed was to hard and not the most comfortable Tips: * Similar to European hotels, you will need a key for the lights * You can chose to use your phone for your key at this location via currently the SPG app and bluetooth * Rack rates are somewhat high; however, this is due to demand. This hotel and others around will sell out or a high occupancy rates, especially Monday - Wednesday night, due to business travelers. Book as soon as you know your schedule if you wish to stay here during your time in Ballantyne. read more

Cool decor, attentive staff here. They offer a shuttle service that is almost always available. The resident XYZ Bar pours strong adult beverages, the lobby/lounge is a chill spot to sit, converse, drink, and even shoot pool or play a board game. This is a very relaxing and hip spot that I will put into rotation. read more

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I'm a local and stayed here for a good few weeks while I was in the process of moving, and I found myself in between houses. The staff here is spectacular! They have been super professional, kind, welcoming and beyond helpful. They really went out of their way to make things as pleasant and as uncomplicated as possible. It's been such a load off my mind during this time of transition I'm in. What a great team! My large golden retriever did great. Great place for dogs. The rooms are clean. Great prices. The hotel is clean. They're taking precautions with COVID and I've felt totally safe. This place is definitely a win. read more

The hotel itself is actually quite pretty. The neighborhood nearby is mostly office buildings and such, and they're pet-friendly. One of the things I liked best about the Aloft Charlotte Ballantyne Hotel is the cozy atmosphere you can see the second you walk in. Couches to lounge on near the fireplace and a pool table with a shelf full of lots of board games, makes it a fun option to stay at in the area. They also have a news ticker that's a nice touch too. Complimentary coffee and on-the-go dining with Re:Fuel were great for a quick breakfast in the morning. And if you're craving a snack in the middle of the night, Re:Fuel is open 24 hours so you can get your snack on at anytime. I also visited the gym while staying at the Aloft Charlotte Ballantyne. Easy access and a nice selection of machines and weights made getting a workout in a breeze. The rooms were, much like the rest of the hotel, very modern - which I liked. This hotel also considers itself a "green" hotel with lots of eco-friendly features. A few things I didn't like: * There are no drawers at this hotel. Just a curtain with organization boxes. Guess that's where you could put your clothes. * While you can grab a quick bite at Re:Fuel anytime, there are no other options for room service so you'll have to venture out for food. * If your room is near the elevator, you will hear it. You can also hear people's conversations out in the hall. If you're traveling with kids, it's likely the entire floor will hear you. * The A/C is a wall unit that is kinda loud. Overall though, I enjoyed the Aloft Charlotte Ballantyne hotel and would definitely stay again if I was in the area. Next time, I'll be sure to bring my swimsuit to enjoy their gorgeous pool! read more

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We had a nice stay at this hotel. The room was clean and spacious. There was a really nice shower appointed with Bliss products. The rooms seemed quite with the exception of the small refrigerator in the room...we eventually just unplugged it because it was rattling so much. had everything I needed. The gym was really good - they had a Peleton bicycle and all the gym necessities you could want. We didn't know there was a pool or we would have brought our swimsuits. It looked nice and was indoors. They real win is that they have a free shuttle that will take you within 2 miles, making it super convenient since this is sort of in an industrial park. The staff is very nice and welcoming. The hotel bar that is pretty nice. We grabbed a glass of wine after dinner one night and just relaxed in the lobby. Overall we would definitely stay again. read more

Ultra modern but reasonably priced with amazing customer service. All in all, I liked the place, and the "green" feel that it has. As soon as I walked in I was greeted by smiling faces at an island. I was in a hurry so we got right down to business. I was quickly checked in and on my way to my room. The rooms are modern/trendy/chic. Kinda see through silhouette showers and bath on the right as soon as you walk in, with the bed taking up most of the main room. VERY COZY BED! There isn't much to look at out the window, so I can't really comment on the view. And you have to know to put your key in the special key hole to turn on the lights in the bathroom. There really should be some kind of small LED lighting up this sign, since you can't see it without the lights being on. The XYZ bar is pretty chill with multiple hangout areas and a pool table. The pool area had a great open feel to it and is open relatively late. I liked it, don't know when I would recommend someone stay in Ballantyne when visiting Charlotte though. read more

I love this hotel ! Dog friendly. If you are on an extended stay ; you can get food and drink vouchers for not accepting house keeping service . I love the open concept room. No unnecessary furniture. Everything has a purpose or a use. Windows double as natural like for the shower. Clean fresh and Airy. I will stay here again read more

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Been meaning to write this review for a while, as we stayed here a few weeks ago. My boyfriend and I with our husky, Mello, whose first time being in a hotel... and it's a beautiful hotel. The guy who checked us in was so nice and couldn't have been any more helpful. The room we were in was clean, comfortable and enjoyable. The windows are beautiful to look out but I wish we had a different view.... There are some cons to this hotel.... Our gripe is we didn't sleep at all, there were kids or people going in and out the rooms all hours of the night (and we were up til' 11/12 watching movies) so every time a door would slam, our dog would have to go check things out, eventually I put pillows in front of the door to block out the underneath so she couldn't see out, and blocked out a lil of the noise. We told the girl the next morning and she didn't really seem to care, offered a free breakfast sandwich.... which is my next con. We def didn't want a sandwich breakfast but a nice sit down breakfast:/ I love staying in a hotel with continental breakfast or a breakfast buffet, even if u have to pay for it, but have it as an option! Not, 4 different sandwich options, that's literally the breakfast menu, and muffins for $2.50, cereal and just not much and too expensive for what it is. I do wish every hotel had a restaurant in it, or at least has it set up with a restaurant close by to get food to the hotel, so we will continue to search for our perfect hotel that is pet friendly, Ballantyne or downtown area, with restaurant inside, and continental or big breakfast available in the mornings, plus's include rooftop pools and indoor pools and gathering areas, bars/lounges and luxury toiletries. The Westin, The a/c marriot? (I think) and The meridian are on our list to try next! And we live in a neighborhood that loses power all the time due to so many trees (branches) so we are needing a hotel where we can run to when the power goes out, and that has a restaurant&room service with sit down breakfast and comfortable room with luxury toiletries. But this hotel was nice and if we had slept, I would return as we had dinner/takeout from a restaurant close by and it was delicious. So it could have been "doable" and happy in the future but customer service wasn't helpful so we will go somewhere we are appreciated more:) read more

Hotel was clean and service was good. Parking was convenient also. There was a nice bar and complimentary coffee. My skin was a little irritated on the sheets, not sure why that was. Overall, I would be open to going back. read more

Hubs and I were in desperate need of a staycation and Aloft fit the bill. Surprisingly affordable considering the upscale and modern asthetic. Think Sweden, think mid-century modern, think streamlined and funky. All fit the bill. The hotel is well located for walking to various restaurants and shops, easily accessible to other areas, such as Stonecrest and the Arboretum for more shopping and dining. The hotel itself if small but well planned. Nice bar w/a kinda retro-mod vibe. Lots of places to plug-in to get work done or waste time. Small indoor pool is clean and situated beside a welcoming courtyard. Pool table in the lobby for your enjoyment. Self-serve kitchen/cafe open 24hours w/prices as expected (ie: yogurt parfait roughly $5.) I loved our room as I am very big on 'every place has it's thing and everything in it's place'. I snagged some mini bath products because who doesn't love Bliss products? The shower actually had great pressure and the towels, though typical small hotel towels, were not scratchy. The only two nit-picks I have are the height of the sink (super low, which is odd considering the room is not actually handicap accessible) and the bed, oy, the bed. The linens were crisp, clean and pillow soft but the mattress was god-awful. Neither of us slept well b/c both of our lumbar region was in agony. I mentioned this to the very helpful and friendly front desk staff and suggested they offer some rooms w/Tempurpedic mattresses. I previously had a firm Posturepedic and loved it, so I am assuming this bed was perhaps too soft? I don't know but we both agreed, the bed was the only drawback to this hotel. OH! Word to the wise, if you ask for a late check-in, be sure to ask for a room upstairs. Otherwise you risk ending up off the main lobby and might here some not-so-quiet guests heading to their rooms. read more

This hotel is quite nice, it is ultra moderns and has quite a few modern conveniences. The on site bar, coffee/snack area and complimentary breakfast are all very nice features to have in this hotel. My only complaint about my stay is that the windows, walls, and doors were thin and I could hear many noises around me from my neighbors and people outside or in the hallway. read more

An decent attempt at a night club atmosphere in a modern hotel. I don't know if they were trying too hard or not b enough, but, they miss the mark. While the elevator gel floor was interesting, the cool factor was doused by the view of all the sheetrock screw heads working themselves loose in my room. The staff was nice and helpful, but, again, that mix of nightclub/hotel was off putting when dealing with breakfast. read more

I'm giving this hotel a full five stars because of the staff. It is what would be expected from an Aloft in terms of decor, cleanliness, style, etc. However, the staff here is EXCEPTIONAL! I would stay here again based on this alone. read more

I loved this hotel! I wanted to give it 5 stars!! It's clean, nice pool & gym. Clean room, the bathroom floor wasn't clean! Re:fuel snack/coffee area was really nice and they had a lot of snack options! The one major let down and is important was the bed. Laying down on it I had the thought that it felt different, I woke up the next morning sore! Didn't think too hard about it, then the next morning I woke up even more sore! It was really strange to wake up with your whole abdomen and legs feeling like you had worked out like crazy the day before(which I hadn't haha). So I realized then that it was the bed! And I know what a bad bed does to you I had one for years!(finally got a new one and never wake up in pain) So it was easy to figure out what made me so sore. I want to stay here again because I loved the place, I just don't know if I can though because I really don't want to wake up in pain! Maybe I am the only one who had this experience, I'm hoping so. read more

I was impressed with my first Aloft experience this past week. I knew this was W's crack at competing with Courtyard and Hampton Inn, but wasn't really expecting it to completely blow away the cheaper Marriott and Hilton brands. It did - the lobby, the rooms and the fitness area (which rivaled what I've seen at the average Marriott) were exceptional when compared to the competitive set. The bed however was about on par with the Courtyard/Hampton Inn set. The internet speed was ridiculous: 7.82 Mb/s down http://www.speedtest.net/result/878972301.png. Highly recommended. read more

Aloft offers A1 customer service. The rooms are roomy and the beds are comfy. I love their "green" program, too. The lobby is a vibrant, happening place complete with a good bar, pool table, and a boy and his guitar on certain nights. I was previously a die-hard Marriott girl but I've happily switched to SPG and am thrilled with the change. read more

Great service from a friendly staff. Clean, modern & very green. Comfortable bed, pillows & comforter. Coffee pot & bottled water in room. Flatscreen TV on the wall directly across from bed. Heated pool. Full bar. Great for couples & single not really a family hotel. I definitely enjoyed our stay here & will return. read more

Customer service for reservations at this location is absolutely atrocious. I travel all the time, and have never experienced anything like this. The hold times are upwards of 25 minutes. And when I finally got through to a live human being, she immediately disconnected me. The booking and cancellation options on the website are limited, so one is completely at their mercy. For me, this level of impaired customer service is a deal-breaker. There are plenty of other decent hotels nearby who place more value on their cusromers' valuable time. read more

Came here for the first time on a business trip. The staff might be the friendliest people I have met. And if you get a chance to go to the WXYZ lounge make sure you ask for Amanda or Brandon. They are unreal. I'll be back in Ballantyne just to come visit those two. read more

I don't know how anytime could complain about this hotel! We loved it. The setup was very trendy and sophisticated. Everyone was very friendly and helpful, and when I had the tiniest complaint, not even worth writing about here, they gave us free breakfast! We were traveling worth our dog and loved how pet friendly they were. It's not always easy to find a hotel that will accept a hundred pound dog, but they welcomed him with treats and the offer of a dog bed. We loved the room setup, the shower was really nice, the beds were great, really comfy with lots of pillows. You can tell they put alot of effort into making this hotel very fancy looking, while being super affordable. We've got a new favorite! read more

We stayed here as a family of five adults, three kids under four, and dogs, so traveling was going to be trying, to put it lightly. The staff of this hotel was very accomodating to this, offering us adjoining rooms. Having two rooms for everyone to roam freely for two days made our stay so much more enjoyable. Given that this was mid-pandemic, I feel like I should mention that our rooms were very clean as well, all staff were wearing masks at all times, and we felt safe there. The pool was also great for the kids. I highly recommend this hotel! read more

Great place to stay. (And I've stayed here a lot; +30 nights). Hotel staff is fantastic and usually even remembers your name when you come back. Having the bar is convenient over a few other local places and they also offer free shuttle trips to a good but limited area. read more

Stayed for a business trip.. Rooms were clean, had space, beds were comfortable, water pressure good.. The xyz bar had good prices and live music. Breakfast downstairs was delicious. Skip your room cleaning and you pretty much get free breakfast. All the employees were super nice and friendly... And patient! My coworkers and I were a fun bunch! Thanks a loft! :) read more

Amazing receptionist staff (I had experience with night and day shift) both of the women I spoke to were so very kind and helped me check in and even extend my stay! The facility is gorgeous, the rooms are a retro style and very clean. the COVID policies were followed, and even extra hand sanitizer stations made me feel really safe and sanitary during my visit. They recycle too so that is a plus! read more

We had to evacuate Oak Island because of the hurricane (Florence) and were lucky enough to find this hotel. The entire staff is sensational and the hotel is lovely. While there isn't a full service restaurant on site, they do have a bar and offer complimentary shuttle service to nearby restaurants. The kindness, consideration and professionalism of staff reduced our stress and helped to calm our anxieties about returning home. Thank you, Aloft Charlotte Ballantyne! read more

This is a great hotel! We arrived at the Aloft on 2-24-18 and we are staying here for the weekend. The landscaping is great and pretty! The building was modern and bright! The Aloft kinda reminds me of The Element Miami International Airport. When you get inside it's cool, modern, and clean. It features wxyz lounge what is yummy to eat at. The pool is inside and and is modern. I was very happy that this hotel has a Fitness Room. Our room is pretty large and has 2 queen beds. The bathroom was bright & modern. The shower was huge and clean. I'm also happy that they use Bliss products as their lotion, conditioner, shampoo, and body wash. We are traveling with our dog so I was very pleased that they allowed our dog. FYI: if your dog is over 40 pounds, there is a fee and you must sign a waiver saying if your dog destroy anything you will pay for it. (Our dog is 16 pounds so we didn't have to do that.) Overall this is a great place to travel and stay at for a few nights. I would definitely recommend you go to Aloft Ballentyne! read more

Aloft are independent hotels loosely affiliated with starwood. They are modern styled, boutique influenced hotels that while often cut corners in the build out, attempt to offer the boutique experience at a holiday inn price. My second experience there, and so far, both Alofts (Charlotte and Richmond were friendly and attentive. read more