The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte

In the heart of downtown Charlotte, a luxury 5-star hotel sits steps from EpiCentre, Queen City Quarter and Spectrum Center. Walk to the Bank of America Corporate Center, Bechtler Museum and Mint Museum Uptown. Family-friendly, city-center lodging that puts culture, sports and dining on your doorstep.

Contemporary, well-appointed rooms with pillowtop beds, Frette Italian sheets and Smart TVs. Expect city-window mornings and skyline views from select rooms. A rooftop garden supplies fresh herbs and honey for the kitchen, while the spa offers dramatic skyline treatments and a pink Himalayan salt therapy option.

Full-service spa with massages and body treatments, indoor pool, sauna and a 24-hour fitness center. Rooftop garden touches the menus and adds city-green vibes. Concierge, gift shop/newsstand, laundry/dry cleaning and onsite parking (self-parking fees may apply). Complimentary area shuttle operates within 2 miles.

Complimentary high-speed wired internet and a 24-hour business center. Up to about 12,000 sq ft of event space with 8 meeting rooms, plus limo/town car service and express check-out for busy schedules.

Onsite BLT Steak serves American fare for lunch, dinner and brunch. Bar Cocoa and K Lounge showcase rooftop-garden garnishes. Grab coffee at the cafe, sip by the poolside bar or order 24-hour room service. Full breakfasts available for a fee.