Fodor's Expert Review The Kimpton Cardinal Hotel
51 E. 4th St., Winston-Salem, North Carolina, 27101, USA Fodor's Choice
To understand Winston-Salem in the 2020s, consider that the former R. J. Reynolds headquarters—an art deco, tiered-top architectural masterpiece that inspired the design of the Empire State Building—is now a modern hotel where (of course) smoking is not allowed anywhere on the premises. Instead, the luxury hotel honors the history of Winston-Salem with tartan fabrics that echo the area’s textile past. Guest rooms exude elegance and masculinity, while the basement-level rec room is all fun, with touches like a two-story slide, bowling lanes, and a small basketball court. There's also a fabulous French brasserie on-site called the Katharine.
PROS
- architectural touches are stunning
- dogs are welcome and even get their own bed upon request
- fun amenities like bowling lanes
CONS
- rooms fill up quickly during special events at nearby Wake Forest University
- pet-friendly atmosphere doesn't work for everyone
- no pool
QUICK FACTS
HOTEL INFO
Phones:
855-546--7866
Website: www.thecardinalhotel.com
HOTEL DETAILS
174 rooms
Rate Includes: No Meals
Rate Includes: No Meals