CANDLEWOOD SUITES - ASHEVILLE DOWNTOWN BY IHG, Asheville

Located on Tunnel Road, the hotel provides easy access to highways and is roughly 8-10 minutes from downtown. The Blue Ridge Parkway entrance is about 5 minutes away via Tunnel Road. Numerous dining options are within a 0.5 km walk, including Mikado Japanese Steak House, Taco Bell, Buffalo Wild Wings, and Starbucks. The adjacent grocery store makes self-catering simple. Free on-site parking is available but requires a reservation; there is no shuttle service. Harrah's Cherokee Center and Botanical Gardens are also nearby.

All rooms are suites with a separate kitchen area. The kitchen includes a stovetop (no oven), full-size refrigerator, dishwasher, and all necessary cookware, plates, and utensils. Bed options range from king to two queen beds; a 1-king suite with a separate bedroom is also available. Each room features air conditioning, soundproofing, recliners, a work desk, and carpeted floors. Bathrooms are private with either a bath and shower combo or a walk-in shower, plus body wash, shampoo, and conditioner dispensers. Mountain-view suites overlook the road - requesting an upper floor may improve the view. Recently renovated, the rooms are spacious, with comfortable beds and pillows.

The hotel does not provide a complimentary breakfast. Instead, 24-hour coffee is available in the lobby, and the Candlewood Cupboard sells packaged snacks, microwave meals, and beverages. For prepared meals, the rooftop bar is open seasonally with beer, wine, and cocktails. Guests can also use the BBQ grills and picnic area outdoors. The full kitchen in each suite - complete with stovetop, refrigerator, and dishwasher - makes it easy to prepare meals. The adjacent Ingles grocery store is ideal for stocking up, and numerous restaurants are within a short walk, including Mikado Japanese Steak House, Taco Bell, and Buffalo Wild Wings.

The indoor pool is heated and open year-round, with pool towels provided. The adjacent hot tub is available during the same hours. The free fitness centre is equipped for a basic workout. The highlight is the rooftop deck, which offers ample seating, mountain views, and a seasonal bar. For outdoor leisure, the property has a sun terrace, garden, BBQ grills, and a picnic area. Complimentary guest laundry facilities and a business centre are also on-site.

The hotel provides 24-hour front desk service, daily housekeeping, and a business centre with free fax/photocopying (additional charge for meeting facilities). Luggage storage is available. Accessibility features include accessible parking and rooms for disabled guests. Security measures include CCTV, smoke alarms, and key card access to the lift. Pets are allowed with a nightly fee of $50 plus tax, maximum two pets up to 23 kg. Accepted payment methods include American Express, Visa, MasterCard, and others. A $50 refundable incidental deposit is required at check-in (minimum age 18 with valid ID). Free Wi-Fi is accessible in public areas.