Name: The Carolina Inn, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel
Address: 211 Pittsboro Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States of America, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, US
Price range: $209–$771 per night
Rating: 9.4

What guests think

Reviews of The Carolina Inn, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel, highlight its historic charm, beautiful decor, and prime location on the UNC campus near Franklin Street, along with friendly service and comfortable rooms that many guests would happily return to.

Many appreciate the clean, well-kept spaces, on-site dining and bar, and convenient parking and valet. Recurring drawbacks include occasional small or dark rooms, thin walls and noise transfer, and isolated service or housekeeping lapses, plus mixed experiences with the restaurant on some visits. Expect a refined, campus-centered stay with a strong sense of place.

Facilities

Cleanliness

Rooms

Service

Location

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Facilities

On-site restaurant and bar draw praise, with a pleasant porch and a handy coffee shop; parking and valet are convenient. A few reviews mention limited amenities or occasional operational issues.

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10

Jennifer

Jan 8, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

We absolutely loved this hotel, when visiting our UNC student. It’s right across campus, has great parking, courteous & helpful staff, is very clean & decorated beautifully. We really enjoyed it and will be sure to return again & again!

10

Jana

Nov 3, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Terrific service! Valet staff extremely polite and helpful!

8

Gregory

Jan 1, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Solid property in the heart of Chapel Hill. This was a family trip with teenagers and 2 nights / days was enough to explore. Hotel has an excellent restaurant onsite too.

6

Ariel

Apr 10, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

General lack of customer service, inconsistent communication between the restaurant staff and hotel. We booked for Easter weekend and were not informed of brunch, when we found out about it and enquired we were told that it was fully committed. Upon check in I asked if we would be able to have brunch as hotel guests and was told to go talk to the restaurant. The restaurant gave us a vague answer that they would try to accommodate us. We came at 10am and asked for a table, they had no issue seating us and the restaurant was mostly empty until we left. Didn’t provide water or housekeeping services without being asked. Lack of amenities on property.

10

larry

Sep 11, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Expensive but a first class facility in all respects!!!!

6

Hager

Jul 31, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The stay was lovely however thé restaurent is badly run and the food comes cold and not to standard. The bar is very good and the famous Sunday brunch is still memorable

10

Chastity

Jul 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Incredible stay at the Carolina Inn. Wonderful staff, very clean, and exceptional facilities! We will be back!

10

Kristin

Jan 12, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The Carolina Inn is the perfect place to stay in Chapel Hill! Beautifully updated but still full of historic charm. Great on site restaurant and also a grab and go coffee area. The location is ideal… convenient to town and university but tucked away on a quiet street. We also received impeccable service from front desk, house keeping and valet.

10

Richard

Jun 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This is a classic Chapel Hill hotel. We always love our stay here! Beautiful rooms and lobby! The front porch is always a great place for an evening cocktail! Recent updates look great!

10

Kristina Dixon

Jul 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Gorgeous Inn in the heart of the UNC campus. Very accommodating staff and wonderful dining room and bar area! Cannot wait to come back!

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Cleanliness

Most guests describe the property and rooms as very clean, pristine, or immaculate. A few experienced misses like leftover items or odors and noted tidiness could be better.

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10

Peter

Aug 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent place to stay. Friendly. Clean. Easy.

10

Jennifer

Jan 8, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

We absolutely loved this hotel, when visiting our UNC student. It’s right across campus, has great parking, courteous & helpful staff, is very clean & decorated beautifully. We really enjoyed it and will be sure to return again & again!

10

Lisa

Apr 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location to visit UNC Chapel Hill- easy walk to the campus and Franklin street, where the restaurants are. Room was clean and comfortable.

8

Aaron

Apr 7, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Perfect location. Beautiful, old world charm. Could be a little more tidy and clean. After checking in, empty coke bottle from last occupants between the bed and chair next to the window. By no means unkept.

10

Jennifer

Mar 6, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Everyone has beennso helpful and the hotel is in pristine condition.

10

Laura

Apr 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The Carolina Inn is a very attractive hotel--beautiful architecture and lovely interior design. From the bellman to the servers in the restaurant--all staff are courteous, knowledgeable and professional. Our room was very clean, spacious and comfortable--the mattresses, pillows and sheets and bedding were superior.

10

Tina

Jun 17, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

So clean the it felt like new!

6

B.J.

Apr 12, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Room phone did not work all week. I could not reach the front desk or concierge. Wake up did not work and almost missed the plane. Sent engineer dept twice and did not work. I travelled alone and very uncomfortable. Admin. said it is o k if I write a poor review since it would not affect them. Also, drawers had a terrible odor and I had to wash everything when I arrived home. A pretty place with uncaring mgt. So disappointed. I need to return and now have to find another place to stay.

6

Cristina Maria Lopez

Jul 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I found a used (almost empty) water bottle close to the curtains/window and thought it was nasty. I liked the decor and the “NEST” amenities, but wouldn’t go back.

10

Lara

Feb 20, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The Carolina and was delightful. Everybody was courteous and professional. The ground and everything inside were immaculate. It was a treat to stay there. I would love to

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Rooms

Rooms are comfortable with quality beds and attractive decor, and some are quiet or spacious. However, several guests found rooms small or dark and reported thin walls and noise transfer.

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Vida

Mar 30, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The only thing we did not like was that you can hear the noise from the rooms next door.

10

Ann

Jan 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We enjoyed the comfortable and large room, very quiet and convenient location, extremely friendly and accommodating staff. Brunch was delicious! Look forward to our next visit.

8

Clifford

Apr 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very convenient to the hospital. The room was very small but I enjoyed the way it was decorated. Will come back.

10

judith

Jul 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful historic hotel on the edge of the UNC campus. Room was small but comfortable. We had a fabulous dinner in the restaurant.

10

April

Jul 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely lobby and cafe. Decor and bed are top notch!

10

Sid

Feb 20, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Room was a little small, but the property was very nice. Staff wete very helpful!

10

scottow

Dec 29, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Love the history on site. Our room was too dark with only one tunnel like window and no overhead lighting.

10

Ashley

Jan 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We loved our stay at the Carolina Inn. The rooms were so comfortable, the beds superb, and the dining restaurant was delicious. Our waiter had great suggestions. The grounds are beautiful, and we loved the ability to walk to campus or Franklin Street. It’s a treat for our family to stay!

8

Joanna

Jun 8, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful property and amazing staff, but this hotel is in need of an upgrade. The pillows were worn out and the walls were super thin, could hear everything. The location and setting are amazing though, so still enjoyed my stay!

10

Christopher

Jun 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful and comfortable accommodations. 10/10

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Service

Service is widely praised as friendly, professional, and accommodating across the hotel and valet. There are isolated lapses in responsiveness and communication, and one report of unhelpful assistance.

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10

Elizabeth

Mar 14, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Thank you to the excellent staff from the front desk to Crossroads Restaurant and bar !

10

Jana

Nov 3, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Terrific service! Valet staff extremely polite and helpful!

10

Jeanne

Apr 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We had a lovely stay and all the staff members we encountered were friendly and helpful.

6

Ariel

Apr 10, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

General lack of customer service, inconsistent communication between the restaurant staff and hotel. We booked for Easter weekend and were not informed of brunch, when we found out about it and enquired we were told that it was fully committed. Upon check in I asked if we would be able to have brunch as hotel guests and was told to go talk to the restaurant. The restaurant gave us a vague answer that they would try to accommodate us. We came at 10am and asked for a table, they had no issue seating us and the restaurant was mostly empty until we left. Didn’t provide water or housekeeping services without being asked. Lack of amenities on property.

8

Jaye

Apr 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was excellent at CI except when I arrived. I was struggling to get my bags out of the car at the entrance and the young male attendant just stood and watched. I am an older woman with hip problems. I finally made it out of the car with my bags with no assistance whatsoever and the attendant continued to stand there watching.

10

Ken

Jun 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Professional welcoming. Great front desk

6

B.J.

Apr 12, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Room phone did not work all week. I could not reach the front desk or concierge. Wake up did not work and almost missed the plane. Sent engineer dept twice and did not work. I travelled alone and very uncomfortable. Admin. said it is o k if I write a poor review since it would not affect them. Also, drawers had a terrible odor and I had to wash everything when I arrived home. A pretty place with uncaring mgt. So disappointed. I need to return and now have to find another place to stay.

10

Flora

Apr 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff is amazing and so accommodating! Beautiful hotel and surroundings.

10

Shen

Nov 2, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Fantastic and friendly service from arrival to departure! Everything about our stay was great!

10

Jue

Aug 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient and easy to visit UNC. Friendly and professional staff!

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Location

Exceptionally convenient for UNC, with easy walks to campus sites and Franklin Street. Consistently cited as a prime, central base for Chapel Hill visits.

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Melissa

Feb 21, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

in the middle of unc’s campus. great for seniors. lots of history.

10

Melora

Jul 21, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Absolutely perfect location if you want to immerse yourself in the charm of Chapel Hill.

10

Lisa

Apr 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location to visit UNC Chapel Hill- easy walk to the campus and Franklin street, where the restaurants are. Room was clean and comfortable.

10

Maureen

Apr 10, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful and great location for events at UNC

10

Kelly

Apr 7, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location for visiting UNC and the restaurants on Franklin Street.

10

Christine

Jan 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Gracious and immaculate right on campus and hlf mile walk to Franklin St

10

Elizabeth

Feb 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Charming and beautiful inn right in the heart of Chapel Hill. Convenient to restaurants and shopping. Will definitely stay here again.

10

Mary

Sep 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful historic hotel with access to the campus and close to restaurants and shopping.

10

Rae

Jan 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Old landmark hotel in the heart of Chapel Hill

10

Kristina Dixon

Jul 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Gorgeous Inn in the heart of the UNC campus. Very accommodating staff and wonderful dining room and bar area! Cannot wait to come back!

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Dining

The restaurant, brunch, and bar earn frequent compliments for tasty meals and pleasant experiences, with a useful grab and go coffee spot. A few guests reported cold food or booking and communication issues.

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Rosibel

Nov 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Overall a fantastic place to stay in historic Chapel Hill. The place is gorgeous and after a very long drive from Florida to New Jersey, we had a stop in NC. Glad we chose this place. The restaurant/ bar was very nice and the staff are very friendly. The only suggestion is that I’m not a coffee drinker, so only having a Nespresso in the room, without an option for hot water was a bit disappointing.

10

Ann

Jan 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We enjoyed the comfortable and large room, very quiet and convenient location, extremely friendly and accommodating staff. Brunch was delicious! Look forward to our next visit.

10

William

Nov 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great fun! Pleasing to the eyes in layout & decor. Staff lets you do your own thing. Friendly people including students on campus when we walked. Wanted to go thru Carolina Inn as we had a gift card. Expedia had rates listed per day for best rate while CI does not. Difficult to connect with CI phone attendant. Used gift card for the food. Thank you Expedia!

10

judith

Jul 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful historic hotel on the edge of the UNC campus. Room was small but comfortable. We had a fabulous dinner in the restaurant.

8

Gregory

Jan 1, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Solid property in the heart of Chapel Hill. This was a family trip with teenagers and 2 nights / days was enough to explore. Hotel has an excellent restaurant onsite too.

10

Ashley

Jan 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We loved our stay at the Carolina Inn. The rooms were so comfortable, the beds superb, and the dining restaurant was delicious. Our waiter had great suggestions. The grounds are beautiful, and we loved the ability to walk to campus or Franklin Street. It’s a treat for our family to stay!

8

Deborah

Jun 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very pretty decor. Excellent menue.

6

Hager

Jul 31, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The stay was lovely however thé restaurent is badly run and the food comes cold and not to standard. The bar is very good and the famous Sunday brunch is still memorable

10

Kristin

Jan 12, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The Carolina Inn is the perfect place to stay in Chapel Hill! Beautifully updated but still full of historic charm. Great on site restaurant and also a grab and go coffee area. The location is ideal… convenient to town and university but tucked away on a quiet street. We also received impeccable service from front desk, house keeping and valet.

10

Kristina Dixon

Jul 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Gorgeous Inn in the heart of the UNC campus. Very accommodating staff and wonderful dining room and bar area! Cannot wait to come back!

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Month	Average price
January	$308
February	$414
March	$415
April	$432
May	$449
June	$371
July	$345
August	$400
September	$392
October	$476
November	$417
December	$327

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
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6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16 $349	17 $369	18 $381	19 $428
20 $309	21 $299	22 $350	23 $329	24 $576	25 $428	26 $429
27 $367	28 $336	29 $372	30 $380

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $507	2	3
4 $432	5 $600	6 $619	7 $452	8 $428	9 $699	10 $771
11 $566	12 $420	13 $485	14 $385	15 $454	16 $557	17 $628
18 $417	19 $332	20 $449	21 $463	22 $483	23	24
25 $210	26 $213	27 $209	28 $209	29 $210	30	31

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