ALOFT BY MARRIOTT ASHEVILLE DOWNTOWN, Asheville

The hotel occupies a central downtown position that makes most attractions walkable. The Orange Peel is a 2-minute walk, and the Thomas Wolfe Auditorium is 11 minutes away. The River Arts District, Biltmore Estate, and US Cellular Center are all within minutes. Over a dozen local craft breweries are just 6 minutes on foot, and restaurants such as Curate, Limones, and City Bakery are 0.5 km away. For airport access, Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) is about 23 km from the hotel. The attached public parking garage provides convenient vehicle access, and the area is well suited for exploring on foot or by bike.

Each room features air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a seating area, a safe, and heating. All units have private bathrooms with a shower and hairdryer. Choose from city or mountain views; select rooms also overlook the pool. Family rooms and suites are available, with options for connecting rooms (one king to two queens). Some suites include a whirlpool tub. Rooms are generally spacious, with some noting the shower water pressure can be low in certain configurations. A microwave is available in the lobby. No rooms have private balconies, but an outdoor seating area on the second floor provides an alternative.

The W XYZ Bar on-site offers handcrafted cocktails, IPAs, draft margaritas, and a cheesecake flight, along with small plates like flatbreads, tapas, and hummus for dinner and late-night dining. The bar features an outdoor balcony (the Ledge) overlooking downtown and a pool table. The re:fuel gourmet pantry provides an afternoon à la carte menu with portable items like sandwiches, granola, and salads. Breakfast is available for a surcharge ($15) and includes American options and breakfast-to-go. A coffee station is located in the lobby. For other meals, numerous restaurants, cafes, and breweries are within a few minutes' walk.

The outdoor pool is located on the rooftop and operates seasonally. It features a fence around the pool, sun loungers, and sun terrace. Splash Cabanas can be booked, providing seating for up to four, privacy curtains, complimentary bottled water, and towels. The pool is chlorine-treated. The fitness center is open 24/7 and is noted as well-equipped. Additional leisure options include billiards, bike tours (chargeable), walking tours (chargeable), and live music/performance events. An outdoor fireplace and second-floor terrace with seating overlook Biltmore Avenue.

Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel. The 24-hour front desk offers express check-in/out, luggage storage, and an ATM on site. Daily housekeeping is provided, with additional laundry and dry-cleaning services available for a fee. A convenience store and snack bar are on-site. The hotel has a lift and offers accessible features including roll-in showers, grab rails, hearing-accessible kits, and accessible parking. Pets are allowed at no extra charge, with a two-pet limit; no breed or weight restrictions. A shared lounge/TV area is available, and the property has key card access, CCTV, and safety deposit boxes. No airport shuttle service is offered.