Aloft by Marriott Chapel Hill

Property class: 3

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A modern hotel with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a central staircase.
A pool table in a room with large windows, bar stools, and colorful artwork on the walls.
A swimming pool with colorful inflatable toys, a lifeguard chair, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A modern lounge area with sofas, armchairs, and ottomans, a flat-screen TV, and a dartboard.
A modern café interior with a wooden table and benches, a refrigerated display case, and a view of the street outside.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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1001 S Hamilton Rd, Chapel Hill, NC, 27517
  • Place, University of North Carolina
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Finley Golf Course
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, North Carolina Botanical Garden
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible (Transfer Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible (Transfer Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Chapel Hill

University of North Carolina is a short stroll from Aloft by Marriott Chapel Hill, and other popular attractions like North Carolina Botanical Garden are within a mile (2 km). This 3-star hotel has 130 guestrooms and offers an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi. It's connected to a shopping center in central Chapel Hill and also close to Dean Smith Center and Franklin Street.

What's nearby

  • University of North Carolina - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Finley Golf Course - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Gimghoul Castle - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • North Carolina Botanical Garden - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • William and Ida Friday Center for Continuing Education - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Cary Station - 24 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bartaco - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Terrace Café - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Aloft by Marriott Chapel Hill

Guests staying at Aloft by Marriott Chapel Hill enjoy an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the area. Other amenities at this golf hotel include meeting rooms, conference space, and a 24-hour business center.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 42-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels and first-run movies. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries, and pillowtop beds with down comforters ensure a restful night. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and free local calls are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 30 for adults and USD 10 to 30 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 1,600 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • 3 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1"on-site accessible parking spaces 1", on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2010
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels
  • First-run movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10.00 to 30.00 for adults, and USD 10.00 to 30.00 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • The minimum check-in age for Spring Break is 21 years old.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hotel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Aloft Chapel Hill
Aloft Hotel Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill Aloft
Aloft Chapel Hill Hotel Chapel Hill
Aloft Chapel Hill Hotel
Aloft Chapel Hill Hotel
Aloft Chapel Hill Chapel Hill

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Aloft by Marriott Chapel Hill?

Aloft by Marriott Chapel Hill provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Aloft by Marriott Chapel Hill?

As of Sep 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aloft by Marriott Chapel Hill on Sep 27, 2026 start from $158, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see within easy reach of Aloft by Marriott Chapel Hill?

This hotel is located in Chapel Hill, a short 17-minute walk from North Carolina Botanical Garden and also 20 minutes on foot from Gimghoul Castle. You'll also find Kenan Stadium and Dean Smith Center within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Aloft by Marriott Chapel Hill?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Free RV/bus/truck parking and wheelchair-accessible van parking are also available for guests.

Does Aloft by Marriott Chapel Hill include a casino on the premises?

No, Aloft by Marriott Chapel Hill doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Aloft by Marriott Chapel Hill?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 6:00 AM and 11:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about Aloft by Marriott Chapel Hill?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a down comforter as well as an indoor pool and a bar/lounge.

Does Aloft by Marriott Chapel Hill have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Aloft by Marriott Chapel Hill feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Aloft by Marriott Chapel Hill offers a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Aloft by Marriott Chapel Hill allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Aloft by Marriott Chapel Hill for a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay.

Does Aloft by Marriott Chapel Hill have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Aloft by Marriott Chapel Hill?

The closest major airport to Aloft by Marriott Chapel Hill is Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), which is 16.6 mi away (24 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Aloft by Marriott Chapel Hill?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Aloft by Marriott Chapel Hill.

Aloft by Marriott Chapel Hill Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 629 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 190 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1001 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good, comfy space a short drive from the heart of Chapel Hill.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Efrain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The receptionist was absolutely amazing and professional. She assisted us in checking in 1 1/2 hours early in 30 seconds. The area is supper quiet and very nice. The hotel was very clean and modern.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wasn’t a long stay but enjoyable. Would stay again if ever in area
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Minnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staycation for my daughter and I, the location was great and the staff was attentive and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, great location, clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is wonderful, feels safe, can walk to shopping, restaurants, Fresh Market, etc. Nice atmosphere and attractive landscaping.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay. Clean and modern.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overall , met our needs, convenient location for travel to UNC. Clean room, quiet area, and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

darrell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very nice and the room was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Larry D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean, quiet, staff helpful, plenty of off-street parking. Breakfast was not included. Overall surprisingly nice. Would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room. Quiet, Great lobby, staff and location. Would stay here again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caitlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, quiet and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Parking is a challenge. Staff not particularly friendly or welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vijay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, comfy bed, friendly staff, great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Susan

Staff, location and amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was hassle free
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shops near by, quiet, comfortable bed.close to Dean Smith center
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Vicente

No rooms available when we get the hotel reception.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For a premium hotel in the University area, they not having breakfast items or even juice or milk was a huge disappointment.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Melanie

Nice accommodations! Pillows could be better!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are clean and comfortable. The property is showing a little wear but it’s very nice as a whole. Walkable distance to a couple good restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Athena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stephan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Check In and out staff not helpfull. Every topic must be decided by manager how is on vacation.... Hope I get my money finally back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katherine Mary

Liked: Amenities
Great location and quality hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025