Are you looking for a break that will change the way you think about Charlotte? Something that reimagines Southern hospitality as the perfect meeting place of luxury and relaxation? If so, it’s high time to visit the Ballantyne Hotel & Lodge in Charlotte.
Southern Hospitality Goes Luxury
Located 16 miles south of Charlotte, the Ballantyne is a stately 2,000-acre estate that will make you feel like you’re stepping onto the red carpet. The grounds alone are gorgeous and sprawling, home to an 18-hole PGA Championship golf course, aptly dubbed The Golf Club.
The building itself is an imposing, impressive modern building with a white and cream stone facade. The lobby is both opulent and classic, done up in gold, cream, and sage complemented by marble floors, polished wood, and a cozy fireplace. And, yes, there is, in fact, regal red carpeting. It’s only appropriate, considering that the hotel has hosted the likes of Joe Biden.
The resort has three accommodations: the Ballantyne, the Lodge, and the Cottage. With 208 richly-appointed rooms, the Ballantyne is a luxurious resting place for business and leisure alike. If you prefer something more discreet, check out the Lodge, which has 35 rooms and a casual but sophisticated retreat imagined in the style of a North Carolina Mountain-style hunting lodge. If privacy is your foremost concern, check into one of the four rooms at the Cottage, designed as a home away from home.
Wellness, Relaxation, and Recreation
Because the resort itself is comfortably situated in such lush greenery, the spa takes its inspiration from nature. The Spa at Ballantyne offers a wide array of services guaranteed to make the Ballantyne your preferred destination for relaxation, including:
- Massage therapy
- Skincare therapy
- Spa body therapy
- Nail, hair, and makeup services
Make sure to check out their standout Carolina Lavender Collection, including a signature massage, lavender wrap, and comprehensive nail care.
A Taste of the Good Life
The Ballantyne is home to the Gallery Restaurant which, like the rest of the hotel, is a handsome cross-section of modernity and sophistication. A giant oil painting of a horse head catches your eye first, accented by naturally-finished wood floors and golden lanterns.
The food is what you came for, and Ballantyne delivers. The Gallery serves gourmet American food with a distinct southern flair. Make sure to stop by for afternoon tea and a sampling of sweets and savories. It includes a separate bar area with a romantic air, decorated at a lovely halfway point between modern and medieval. The bar also features one of the largest whiskey collections in the Carolinas–which, in the Carolinas, is no mean feat. And if you miss dinner and weekend brunch? Don’t worry! You can still indulge in 24-hour in-room dining.
Ready for a Stay You Won’t Forget?
You’re a savvy traveler with a taste for the finer things. When you travel, you don’t want to settle. You want the best. If you needed a reason to escape from home but still stay in town, the Ballantyne Hotel & Lodge isn’t one to miss.
