ALOFT BY MARRIOTT CHARLOTTE BALLANTYNE, Charlotte

The hotel is located in the Ballantyne corporate park, offering a safe and clean setting within walking distance of dozens of dining options, including Libretto's Pizzeria (1 km), Cabo Fish Taco (2 km), and Starbucks (1 km). The Charlotte airport is about 25 minutes by car, and Bank of America Stadium is 25-45 minutes depending on traffic. Free shuttle service is available within a 3 km radius. Carowinds Theme Park is a 15-minute drive away, and Ballantyne Village for high-end shopping is 3 km. The area is well-suited for car-free exploration of The Bowl, with walking trails and green spaces nearby.

Room types include double, family, triple, and quadruple configurations, all with spacious layouts and city views. Each room features a seating area, wardrobe, ironing facilities, and a safe. Beds are noted for comfort. Rooms on lower floors are convenient for pet owners. Soundproofing between rooms is limited, so road-facing or elevator-adjacent rooms may experience more noise. Room cleaning is available daily. Some rooms offer streaming services, while others include cable channels. An alarm clock and tea/coffee facilities are standard.

The ReFuel snack bar is open 24 hours, offering packaged snacks, beverages, and coffee. The WXYZ bar opens at 5:00 PM daily, serving cocktails, wine, and a limited food menu with options like fruits and snack items. Live music is featured every Tuesday and Thursday evening. Made-to-order breakfast is available Saturday and Sunday only; continental breakfast is served on weekdays for $8 USD per person. Special diet menus (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free) and breakfast-to-go are available upon request. The lobby bar and lounge area includes billiards and board games.

The heated indoor pool is open daily from 5:00 AM to 1:00 AM and includes pool towels and sun loungers. The fitness centre is open 24 hours and is free for guests. Billiards and board games are available in the lobby, and the hotel offers free evening entertainment with live performances every Tuesday and Thursday. Nearby activities include golf (within 3 km), cycling, hiking, and fishing; some are free and others at an additional charge. The pool is suitable for relaxation and children but not for lap swimming.

The hotel provides free Wi-Fi throughout the property, free on-site parking with no reservation needed, and electric vehicle charging stations (3 J1772 and 2 NACS). Pets are allowed; dog-friendly rooms are available on floors 1 and 2, with a pet relief area and green space. Services include daily housekeeping, luggage storage, express check-in/out, laundry and dry cleaning (additional charge), and a business centre. The property has a lift, is wheelchair accessible, and offers facilities for disabled guests. Safety features include key card access, safety deposit boxes, and 24-hour front desk. Adjoining rooms are available when booking a king room and a two-queen room.