The Ivey's Hotel exudes a Paris-meets-Southern-charm aesthetic. You’ll notice lots of design details, ranging from the array of French art in the hallways to the fanciful circular ironwork on a moon gate doorway and stair railings to chandeliers dangling from many spaces. The building comes with a fashionable past: it opened its doors in 1924 as Ivey’s department store.
The hotel sits in the heart of Uptown Charlotte, surrounded by museums, shops, restaurants and art. Though with three places to dine and drink and a secret library to explore, there's plenty to do at the 47-room property.
For example, all guests are welcome to join the daily, complimentary wine social in the lounge. Or shop in the boutique, which sells Sunday Citizen throws, Panier des Sens essential oils, jewelry and more. Back in your room, luxuriate in the fine Frette Italian bedding, take a bath in the soaking tub or enjoy the local snacks while gazing out the window to the bustling city beyond.
- Each room offers a twist on modern luxury. Exposed brick walls mix with detailed wallpaper; rich, velvety furniture comes with metal highlights; and bright, lush rugs accent the reclaimed, 400-year-old French oak floors. The suites look elegant and new, but with a comforting classic feel. And they feature the latest technology, including 55- or 65-inch Sony 4K flatscreen TVs with DirectTV and Bose soundbars (select suites have 70-inch televisions).
- Wander the halls to find the hidden library, the perfect spot for a quiet morning latte or glass of wine later in the day. The warm space, where art or books like the dark red walls and leather seating, provides a secluded space to work, relax and, of course, read in.
- Book accommodations with a European-style soaking or clawfoot tub to add an extra layer of luxury. Use bath products by Mistral and then wrap yourself up in a plush robe and enjoy the view of the city while sipping on an espresso.
- Enjoy a craft cocktail in the stylishly elegant Sophia's Lounge. You also can get a bite here, be that a croque madame for breakfast or wagyu sliders and truffle fries for dinner. Another dinner option: Church and Union Charlotte, which serves New American cuisine by Top Chef alum Jamie Lynch.
- Visit the Charlotte hotel’s new 1,500-square-foot fitness center to work out on the Cybex treadmills, Octane XT Ellipticals and Hoist strength machines. There's also a dedicated area for floor exercises, yoga and free weights.
- The Ivey's Hotel has partnerships with Blumenthal Performing Arts Center (which sits across the street), Mint Museum Uptown, the Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts and Culture, Levine Museum of the New South and the NASCAR Hall of Fame (all of which are a 13-minute stroll or less from the property). Speak to the concierge about securing tickets to any of these attractions.
- Two blocks away you'll find the Discovery Place Science, one Charlotte's nature and science museums. It's been a mainstay for 75 years, offering visitors a chance to explore aquariums, an indoor rainforest, biodiversity labs and more.
- History buffs should visit Old Settlers' Cemetery, which features gravesites of prominent Charlotte residents dating from 1776 through 1884. It recently underwent a major restoration to preserve the historical site.
- If you want to spend time outdoors, 5.4-acre Romare Bearden Park and half-acre sculpture park The Green are less than 12 minutes away on foot.
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