Aloft Chapel Hill

3.0 star property
Art Deco Chapel Hill hotel connected to a shopping center, 6-minute walk to University of North Carolina

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly

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1001 S Hamilton Rd, Chapel Hill, NC, 27517
  • Place, University of North Carolina
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Franklin Street
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, UNC Medical Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

aloft Room, Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(70 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

aloft Room, Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(55 reviews)
  • 315 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 318 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Transf Shwr)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility/Hearing Access, Transf Shwr)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Chapel Hill

University of North Carolina is a short stroll from Aloft 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
  • Dean Smith Center - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Franklin Street - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • UNC Medical Center - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Streets at Southpoint Mall - 7 min drive - 5.7 miles

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 23 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coco - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Carolina Club - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Brixx Wood Fired Pizza - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Aloft Chapel Hill

Art Deco Chapel Hill hotel connected to a shopping center, 6-minute walk to University of North Carolina
Guests staying at Aloft 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 accessible parking space
  • 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
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Built in 2010
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • 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

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.
  • 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.

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 Chapel Hill?

Aloft 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 Chapel Hill?

As of Nov 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aloft Chapel Hill on Nov 21, 2025 start from $224.1, excluding 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 Chapel Hill?

This hotel is located in Chapel Hill, a short 17-minute walk from North Carolina Botanical Garden and also 19 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 Chapel Hill?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and free RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does Aloft Chapel Hill include a casino on the premises?

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

Is there an indoor pool at Aloft Chapel Hill?

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

Is Aloft Chapel Hill good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a pillowtop mattress as well as a bar and an indoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Aloft Chapel Hill?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

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

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

Does Aloft Chapel Hill allow pets to stay for free?

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

Does Aloft Chapel Hill have connecting rooms?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

What is the closest airport to Aloft Chapel Hill?

The closest major airport to Aloft Chapel Hill is Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), which is 15.4 mi away (19 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Aloft Chapel Hill?

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

Reviews

Aloft Chapel Hill Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 616 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 203 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay for wedding
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Ho-hum

This visit was pleasant enough with a couple of exceptions. First, there was a smelly, overly full trash can at a public bus stop near the hotel when I arrived; this was atypical for the location. Second, there was an evacuation emergency on the morning of my check out.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
WE only had1 bottle water two coffee bags and two little creamers. I asked front desk before we went up for the night for more. Lady said we would have to ask housekeeping. I thought she should have called housekeeping to fill the coffee tray. Tried to call on the phone but was no instructions how to call housekeeping.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Angel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Sheets had not been changed prior to me staying in the room
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Marguerite

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean and quiet. The property conveniently located to all we needed to move my son in for school. I liked having a Fresh Market across the street and First Watch for breakfast nearby was a treat. Communication with staff wasn’t the best. I came back after a long day of moving and errands to find the room was not made up and there were no fresh towels. I called to inquire and was told they only service when requested, I considered that my request for the next day and was dismayed to find the room was not attended to the next day either. I can make my own bed but I truly enjoy having things freshened a bit. The hotel was busy and parking was hard to come by adjacent to the building, I ended up in the parking garage everyday, which is fairly close. There were multiple signs saying I needed a parking pass, I asked for one at the desk and was told I did not need one although I saw other cars with them, so I was always a little concerned that I would be ticketed or towed. The few times I asked a question at the desk I was left with the distinct feeling I was bothering the desk agent. Besides those minor inconveniences it was a fine stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer and mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic in a great location with in walking distance to shops and great restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Construction going on

The hotel has construction going on that shut down one elevator which made for long wait times every time you used it. The next morning the complimentary coffee which there was none.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A lot of small hassles. Booked through Expedia today, chose nonrefundable since I was on my way to the hotel- no pet fee was mentioned. I tried calling the hotel many times just to give them a heads up that I had a pet with me, but never got through…. I was stuck in a automated voicemail loop. When I got to the hotel I was charged $75 as a pet fee. When I said it was not mentioned when I booked the reservation, they said “ that’s why we tell everyone to book through our website.” Um pretty sure that level of sophistication is currently available through the Internet? When I mentioned I had tried to call,”oh, our phones are broken.” The phone in the room itself would not connect to the front desk. What are you supposed to do if there’s an emergency and you need to reach the front desk? Anyhow, but seems like a decent price suddenly became kind of an expensive price for mediocre experience. In addition, the hotel is undergoing construction. The marketplace was closed, so there were no food options, not even vending machine machines for drinks. I got carryout, but then there were no napkins or silverware in the room. I asked at the front desk, and it took her five minutes to run all the way around the hotel and go someplace to get plastic silverware. I feel bad for the employees! Could be a nice hotel, my room is nice and things are modern, in good condition and clean, but seems disorganized.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

thomas

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

An absolute disaster

I’ve stayed at this property when in town for work probably a dozen times over the past 2 years. It always has its issues but it’s a good value for a basic room, clean and good location for me. This time it was very different. It seems like the entire hotel was under construction with zero concessions or notice given to guests. No lobby, no food, no bar, no pool and no gym. Had to enter thru a dirty cockroach infested side service door in the pouring rain. I was put in the loudest (hearing impaired) room for no apparent reason. Internet and cable not working. Promise my daughter there would be a pool, packed swimsuits and booked this hotel over other options for that reason. Nothing to do on the property because literally everything was closed off. Planed on watching a movie.. no movie, no internet.. could not even get phone service. Honestly it was probably the worst hotel experience ever. They should issue a full refund!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

T

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly we had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chuck

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Elena

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Book elsewhere

There was no hot water, so the following morning i checked out less than 9 hours after i checked in. The employees lied about the water, and some were even rude if not dissmisive.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and new. Staff were very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was very quiet which is definitely a plus. The sink drained very slow, the reading light above my bed was out. I drop an article of clothing on the carpet and it got covered with lint. I guess vacuuming isnt a priority. I would return because it is quite
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cathy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Cite vitro be brighter and more light
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quick and easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

PAULA, Wilmington Nort

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect for hospital stay over

Perfect location to hospital. Rooms are perfect for a quick stay. Free parking was a surprising perk! Great store plaza within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025