Courtyard by Marriott Asheville

In Asheville’s business district on Tunnel Road, a short drive from downtown (about 3 km). Minutes from Asheville Mall and within easy reach of the Biltmore Estate, The Orange Peel and Harrah’s Cherokee Center. A handy base for Blue Ridge hikes, this pet-friendly, family-friendly hotel puts city and mountain fun close at hand.

About 78 air-conditioned guestrooms with refrigerators, coffee/tea makers and cable TVs. Rooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, hair dryers, desks and ironing gear. The property has a gated garden patio with a firepit and a media-center lounge with a big screen — simple, functional design with local outdoor vibes.

Indoor pool, spa tub and a fitness center keep the routine intact. Onsite perks include a fireplace in the lobby, tour/ticket assistance, picnic area, laundry and free self parking. Complimentary wired and wireless internet is available throughout. Step out and you’re minutes from more than 75 hiking, biking and zip-line options in the Blue Ridge.

24-hour business center, express check-in and express check-out. Small events are covered with about 650 sq ft of conference space and meeting rooms. Complimentary wired and wireless internet keeps meetings connected.

Onsite restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe for snacks and morning brews. There’s also a bar/lounge for evening drinks. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served for a fee (weekdays and weekends on a set schedule).