SLEEP INN CHARLOTTE UNIVERSITY PLACE, Charlotte

The property sits right off the interstate, making it convenient for car travel across the metro area. It is within a 15-20 minute drive of Bank of America Stadium (8 mi) and about 20 minutes from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (16 mi). The surrounding area is a mix of fast food chains and retail, with a Burger King within a half-mile. The location is practical for university visits, concert venues like PNC Music Pavilion, and speedway events, but the immediate neighborhood is described as having a less secure feel, especially at night.

Each room includes a microwave, small refrigerator, cable TV, work desk, hairdryer, ironing board, and a private bathroom with a shower. Two-bed and one-bed options are available. The hotel allows pets for a non-refundable fee of $75. However, the interior conditions are a major concern. Persistent cigarette and marijuana smoke odor is reported throughout the building, even in designated non-smoking rooms. Many furnishings and fittings are worn, with burn marks, stains, broken lamps and chairs, and ineffective window seals. Cleanliness is highly inconsistent, with some rooms found with dirty sheets, leftover trash, and pest issues including cockroaches and bed bugs. Walls are thin, and exterior noise from parking lot activity and dumpsters is frequent.

The hot breakfast included in most rates features real scrambled eggs, turkey sausage, cook-your-own waffles, yogurt, cereal, breads, and coffee. While breakfast can be a solid value, items sometimes run low, and the quality is described as average by many. The hotel has no restaurant or bar, but there is a vending machine with drinks and snacks. For a wider meal selection, a Burger King and other fast food options are within a short walk or drive.

The outdoor pool is open from 09:00 to 21:00 and available seasonally, typically from late May. A sun terrace is provided for lounging. There is no fitness center or spa on site. A golf course is located within 3 km for those interested.

Free on-site parking is available without a reservation. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property. The 24-hour front desk offers express check-in/check-out, and a $100 to $200 cash deposit is taken at check-in and returned after 9 AM on checkout day. A safety deposit box is available for an extra charge. Laundry services are provided for a fee. Fax/photocopying and a computer are available for guest use. Mail can be held at the front desk. No airport shuttle is available.