Renaissance Asheville Downtown Hotel

Hotels
Marriott
8.4 (616 reviews)
31 Woodfin Street, Asheville, North Carolina, 28801 , Asheville , US

Pets allowed

Facilities

Front entrance ramp
Health or beauty spa nearby
Express check-out
Fireplace in lobby
No single-use plastic straws
Comprehensive recycling policy
No single-use plastic stirrers
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Outstanding service
Quiet and comfortable stay
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Parking charges
Restaurant service lacking

Categories

Cleanliness
7.9
Hotel is in fairly good condition, but issues with elevator panels and exterior cleanliness noted.
Service
9.4
Outstanding service from all staff, with friendliness and helpfulness highlighted throughout.
Location
9.4
Good location, convenient to downtown and close to attractions.
Room Quality
8.4
Comfortable rooms/bed mentioned, but some issues with room maintenance noted.
Amenities
7.9
Pool is out of action for months; parking fees for guests perceived as unfair.
Value for Money
8.4
Rates higher due to recovery, but decent value considering location and comfort.
Food and Beverage
6.9
Restaurant staff noted as rude; limited in-room dining options.
Overall Experience
8.9
Enjoyable stay with beautiful surroundings, although some aspects could be improved.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 07:41

Property Description

Experience the vibrant atmosphere and charm of the Renaissance Asheville Downtown Hotel, perfectly situated in the heart of Asheville.

Recreation Opportunities
Stay active in our state-of-the-art 24-hour fitness center or unwind with breathtaking views from our terrace and lush garden.

Culinary Delights
Savor delightful American cuisine at Writers Bistro, where you can enjoy a relaxing dinner or indulge in room service during limited hours.

Exceptional Amenities
Boasting 278 luxurious guestrooms, each featuring plush pillowtop beds, Smart televisions, and designer toiletries, your comfort and convenience are our top priorities.

Don't wait to elevate your Asheville experience—book your stay today!

Important information:

  • Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
  • Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: AVL

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Maximum number of pets per room 2

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Pets

    Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 50

  • Pets

    Pets cannot be left unattended

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 616 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.9
Service: 9.4
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 8.4
Amenities: 7.9
Value for Money: 8.4
Food and Beverage: 6.9
Overall Experience: 8.9
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Timothy couple us
7
Cons:

Learning at check-in that I would be charged $75 for any incidental's and that it may take a week to recover if no charges incurred.

Fortunately there is a parking garage adjacent to the hotel so I did not have to suffer the expense of valet parking.

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
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David solo_traveller us
9
2026-05-18 via Nuitee
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Quis couple us
9
2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Scott solo_traveller us
7
2026-04-27 via Nuitee
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Kellogg family_with_children us
3
2026-04-23 via Nuitee
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X527SGjoec Friends getaway
10
Overall great experience
Pros:

We saw a show at the Thomas Wolf venue and was walking distance to the hotel. The accommodations were very nice. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay.

2026-04-07 via Tripadvisor
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Miranda family_with_children us
10
Our stay was Excellent
Pros:

Everything was perfect. The cleanliness, friendliness of the staff, the location, the delicious food at the Writer's Bistro. We felt safe and comfortable. The rooms were very nice and the beds were comfy. The patio was so relaxing. This is a beautiful, spacious, well decorated hotel and we enjoyed our stay. We highly recommend this hotel. 5 out of 5 stars.

Cons:

Nothing, everything was great

2026-04-06 via Nuitee
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Hancock family_with_children us
10
2026-04-04 via Nuitee
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Z89CBjeffk Family
10
Great week-long stay experience
Pros:

Great hotel, especially as compared to others in the area. Everybody was very nice and helpful, highly recommended.

2026-04-03 via Tripadvisor
K
Karenetal Couples
10
Great location, reasonable price
Pros:

The location was great, room was nice, very nice lobby area, bar and restaurant.

2026-03-31 via Tripadvisor
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A couple us
10
Pros:

The view from the 10th floor was great.
The breakfast and service in the morning was outstanding!

Cons:

The mattress was awful, we could not sleep.

2026-03-31 via Nuitee
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Y7023MXgustavoc Family
10
The R is a great location hotel in Asheville. The Renaissance Hotel is located perfectly.
Pros:

Great hotel and excellent location. Highly recommend to stay here as you visit and walk Asheville

2026-03-27 via Tripadvisor
7
796trishq Family
2
misleading
Pros:

This review is not based on a stay. I was about to book a room, the rate seemed reasonable for a pet friendly downtown hotel with parking. However, to say they have parking is very misleading. You have to pay $25 a day to park there. I told them I would be coming in around 8 pm and asked if I would have the parking for a full 24 hours and the answer was no. It would expire by 3 pm. The pet fee was $50 per day! That doesn't see friendly to pet owners. I'm just putting this out there because these exorbitant fees are not obvious on the booking sites. I read a review that mentioned a parking fee, which is why I called, but I never imagined that they would charge their guests soooo much.

2026-03-26 via Tripadvisor
3
353qingb Family
10
Warm Service & Beautiful Mountain Views
Pros:

We had a great stay at the Renaissance Asheville. The location is excellent—close to downtown with many restaurants within walking distance. The view from our room was also beautiful, with mountains in the distance.

What stood out the most was a young male staff member at the hotel restaurant. I didn’t catch his name, but he was exceptionally kind and patient with my child, who has special needs. His genuine care truly reflected the quality of the staff.

The hotel itself is clean, nicely renovated, and has a lovely artistic style. We would definitely come back

2026-03-26 via Tripadvisor
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Michael family_with_children us
8
2026-03-24 via Nuitee
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anthonyrI1530WN Business
10
Great service
Pros:

Wonderful staff and location. Great parking

2026-03-23 via Tripadvisor
7
759shannons Business
6
Mostly elegant and extremely convenient
Pros:

Very good location close to downtown shops and restaurants. The lobby and bar area are beautiful. The rooms are adequate. I'd recommend a better coffee machine option - it's a 4 star, perhaps a nespresso machine. And they could upgrade the showers. The pop-up ceiling above the tub didn't reflect the caliber of hotel it is imo.

2026-03-21 via Tripadvisor
M
Maps599334 Business
10
Excellent stay
Pros:

Excellent rooms. Go out the back door and you are on the edge of the historic downtown.

2026-03-19 via Tripadvisor
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johnbyersn Business Wilmington, North Carolina
10
Great experience, fantastic location, would recommend to anyone!
Pros:

This hotel was a great venue for the 2026 NCADA Conference. The staff was always helpful and professional. Food at the hotel was great and the location to downtown was one of, if not the best feature of this hotel. Would recommend this hotel to anyone.

2026-03-17 via Tripadvisor
6
616rustyl Business Greensboro, North Carolina
10
My experience at the Renaissance
Pros:

Rooms were spacious and clean. Checkin was efficient with helpful staff. Location in Asheville makes walking to downtown restaurants and shops easy.

2026-03-16 via Tripadvisor