Visiting Charlotte
Where to stay in Charlotte
The best area depends on why you're here: a game or concert, a night out, a race weekend or a few quiet days by the lake. Here's how the areas compare, with places to stay in each.
Areas at a glance
Uptown
Walking distance to Spectrum Center, Bank of America Stadium, Truist Field and the Blumenthal theaters. Best for game days, concerts and no-car trips.
South End
Breweries, restaurants and the Rail Trail along the LYNX Blue Line, a few stops from Uptown. Good for a night out.
NoDa and Plaza Midwood
Live music venues, galleries and independent bars and restaurants, mostly short-term rentals and smaller places to stay.
SouthPark
Shopping and dining around SouthPark mall, quieter than Uptown and about 20 minutes away by car.
Ballantyne
South Charlotte, near The Bowl at Ballantyne and its winter events. Convenient to I-485.
University City
Near UNC Charlotte and the north end of the Blue Line, with easy access to I-85 toward Concord.
Concord
Charlotte Motor Speedway, zMAX Dragway, Speedway Christmas and Concord Mills. Best for race weekends.
Lake Norman
Cornelius, Davidson and Huntersville on the lake, about 25 minutes north. Good for a slower weekend.
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Staying for a game or show?
- Near Spectrum CenterHotels, food and drinks nearby
- Near Bank of America StadiumHotels, food and drinks nearby
- Near The Fillmore and Skyla Credit Union AmphitheatreHotels, food and drinks nearby
- Near Truist FieldHotels, food and drinks nearby
- Near Belk Theater (Blumenthal Arts)Hotels, food and drinks nearby
- Near Bojangles ColiseumHotels, food and drinks nearby
- Near Truliant AmphitheaterHotels, food and drinks nearby
- Near Charlotte Motor SpeedwayHotels, food and drinks nearby
FAQ
What's the best area to stay in Charlotte without a car?
Uptown. The arena, stadium, theaters and many restaurants are walkable, and the LYNX Blue Line runs to South End and University City.
Where should I stay for a race at Charlotte Motor Speedway?
Concord, near the speedway, or University City, which is about 20 minutes away and closer to Uptown.
Where should I stay for a Panthers or Charlotte FC game?
Uptown or South End: Bank of America Stadium is in Uptown, and South End is a short walk or one light rail stop away.