Spark by Hilton Winston-Salem University

Hotels
Hilton Worldwide
8.2 (111 reviews)
200 Mercantile Dr, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, 27105 , Winston-Salem , US

Pets allowed

Facilities

Free breakfast
Fitness facilities
Electric car charging station
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Designated smoking area
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Fitness facilities
ATM/banking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Cleanliness of the hotel
Cons:
Poor room conditions
Issues with amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.69
Although the property was clean, the presence of a strong odor and issues with room conditions negatively impacted cleanliness.
Service
9.16
The staff was consistently friendly and helpful, providing excellent service during our stay.
Location
8.7
The hotel was well-located, although there were concerns about nearby homeless individuals.
Room Quality
7.15
Room conditions varied; issues such as a strong marijuana smell and noise from neighboring rooms affected quality.
Amenities
7.68
While there were basic amenities, the pool was uninviting and there were reported issues with EV chargers.
Value for Money
8.64
Overall, value aligns with pricing; however, some expectations were not met.
Food and Beverage
8.19
Breakfast was ok, contributing fairly to the overall experience.
Overall Experience
8.36
Mixed feelings overall; while there were positive aspects, several factors detracted from the experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 17:39

Property Description

Experience comfort and convenience at Spark by Hilton Winston-Salem University, your ideal retreat in the heart of Winston-Salem.

Recreational Amenities
Dive into relaxation with our refreshing indoor pool or maintain your fitness routine in our well-equipped fitness center. Enjoy leisure time tailored to your preferences!

Complimentary Breakfast & Connectivity
Start your day right with our delicious complimentary buffet breakfast. Stay connected with complimentary wireless internet access available throughout the property.

Comfortable Accommodations
Unwind in one of our 89 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen TVs, coffee/tea makers, and essential conveniences to make your stay hassle-free.

Reserve your stay at Spark by Hilton Winston-Salem University today for an unforgettable experience!

Important information:

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: GSO

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 55

  • Pets

    Maximum number of pets per room 2

  • Pets

    Only dogs and cats are allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 111 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.69
Service: 9.16
Location: 8.7
Room Quality: 7.15
Amenities: 7.68
Value for Money: 8.64
Food and Beverage: 8.19
Overall Experience: 8.36
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CarolDoughty Couples Lenox, Massachusetts
8
Friendly Staff, EV Charger, Pets Allowed!
Pros:

This hotel was a nice stop along our route to Hilton Head. The staff was super friendly, especially Noah, who seems to be there on the pm/night shift. I called the hotel prior to booking to find out if they could store some medication that needed refrigeration and Noah assured me they could accommodate us. He also told me they had a Universal EV charger so to plug into overnight. It worked well for our Tesla. Noah was one of the nicest, if not the nicest, most helpful front desk people I’ve ever met! The morning crew, including the Manager and the front desk gal with the fashionable frames were also very friendly. I asked where they got the addictive chocolate mints (at the desk) and they gave me a bag full. I tried to refuse…wish I had. The lady who ran the breakfast area was ON IT and that was good, too. If you have pets, the charge was a reasonable $40/room. There are grassy areas and places to walk your dog near an office park. They have a poop can and bags, too. The rooms were average but comfortable. The staff, location, EV charger, and accepting pets made this hotel very worthwhile! Don’t skip it!

2026-03-03 via Tripadvisor
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141michelleq Solo travel
10
Absolutely wonderful
Pros:

My check in was fast and friendly. I had made an online reservation ahead of time. I absolutely love the snack bag that was provided. That's the first time I have ever been given one and I have stayed many different places. The room was very spacious and super super clean. I would say it was the cleanest hotel room I have ever seen. My check out was just as pleasant as my check in. I would definitely stay here again. P.S. the hot chocolate and coffee all the time was an added bonus!

2026-03-02 via Tripadvisor
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tomekah437 Family
10
Great Staff
Pros:

The staff was great and everyone was very helpful. We will be back...

2026-03-02 via Tripadvisor
5
553laurettae Family
10
Spark has it going on!
Pros:

From the moment we entered the Spark hotel we were greeted with friendly staff members. Noah especially helped with giving us restaurant suggestions and ideas about the area! The lobby was pristine! It even had a coffee/tea station for our convenience. The room we stayed in was immaculate! The bed was especially comfortable and I love the pillows! There was even a screensaver on the TV with a personalized welcome message with my name on it! The bathroom was spotless and the shower felt amazing. The breakfast in the morning did not disappoint! The food was fresh and appetizing. The dining area attendant was a hard worker and kept the area spotless! Upon checkout, we met with more friendly faces! We were in town to attend a concert at the LJVM coliseum. This hotel was so convenient to that venue! This was our first experience with Spark hotels, but it will definitely not be our last!

2026-02-28 via Tripadvisor
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H851QXjasons Family
2
Unethical
Pros:

Front desk guy is an absolute jerk. My infant baby started throwing up and we couldn’t stay at the hotel. Would not cancel my transaction, was an absolute jerk about the whole already stressful situation. Charged me for the hotel anyways and wouldn’t refund me.

2026-02-14 via Tripadvisor
P
playm0res Family
10
Must stay in Winston-Salem
Pros:

Hotel stay was AWESOME! Brentney, Reuben, and Deloris were all very professional and welcoming.

2026-02-11 via Tripadvisor
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Rene
10
Pros:

Very nice

2025-10-06 via Nuitee
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Dana
4
Pros:

Sean at the front desk was excellent. Truly went above and beyond. Unfortunately, the hotel was a disappointment. The toilet was running for 2 days and often didn’t flush. I let the front desk know but nothing was fixed. We also found out that they only offer housekeeping every other day. They never let us know that at check in. Staff was extremely friendly but we can’t recommend this property.

2025-09-28 via Nuitee
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Maria partner
6
Pros:

Walls were like paper so we heard everything from other rooms.

2025-09-28 via Nuitee
R
Rosario family
8
Pros:

I love the green sorrounding

2025-09-15 via Nuitee
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Anna family_with_children
6
Pros:

The property itself was clean, average. Staff members were very welcoming and friendly. A lot of homeless near the property. There was a pool but was too cold to swim in, felt colder than hose water so that was a bummer my kiddo was super excited. Overall ok stay.

2025-09-14 via Nuitee
F
Florence
10
Pros:

Property condition & facilities

2025-09-07 via Nuitee
D
Debra family
8
Pros:

The staff at the front desk were very helpful. We enjoyed our stay.

2025-09-06 via Nuitee
F
Fadi family
10
Pros:

Lovely stay, in all aspects.

2025-09-01 via Nuitee
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Sebastian
10
Pros:

Nice clean room.

2025-08-29 via Nuitee
L
Lisa
10
Pros:

Super friendly staff!

2025-08-24 via Nuitee
L
Laura
6
Room smelled like marijuna
Pros:

The hotel was very clean and the staff was very friendly. We had a situation with the room next-door to ours. A couple came in and were fighting and screaming most of the evening. As the night progressed, I noticed the smell of marijuana coming from the room. I called the front desk and the front desk clerk came down to confirm and asked them to leave. They did leave, but the smell of marijuana lingered all night long And I had young children in the room with me so that wasn’t fun to be smelling that the whole night. I’m not sure how full the hotel was, but it would have been nice to have been offered to move to a different room or even to have been given a refund Because sleeping in a room that smelled like marijuana all night was not on my agenda.

2025-08-21 via Nuitee
D
DOUGLAS
6
Pros:

Don't promise EV charging if not active...folks depend on it!

2025-08-17 via Nuitee
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Lehua partner
10
Pros:

It was a clean, comfortable, and convenient. The staff was very friendly.

2025-08-04 via Nuitee
S
Sabrina partner
10
Pros:

Beautiful hotel

2025-07-27 via Nuitee