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Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
Game room
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; French cuisine
Meeting facility
Property amenity

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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51 East 4th St, Winston-Salem, NC, 27101
  • Benton Convention Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Old Salem
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Winston Salem State University
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Greensboro, NC (GSO-Piedmont Triad Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

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Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 650 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 King Bed

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Mobility)

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Mobility)

  • 650 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room (Essential)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Presidential Suite, 1 Twin Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Presidential Suite, 1 Twin Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds (Exterior View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 480 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Exterior View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 480 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Winston-Salem

Benton Convention Center is a short stroll from Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG, and other popular attractions like Old Salem are within a mile (2 km). This 174-room, 4.5-star hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge, along with a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Benton Convention Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Old Salem - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Winston Salem State University - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Wake Forest University - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • High Point Station - 25 min drive
  • Piedmont Triad Intl. Airport (GSO) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Incendiary Brewing Company - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Oh' Calcutta - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Thai Harmony - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Young Cardinal Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG

Luxury hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk
At Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG, guests have access to a 24-hour gym, WiFi in public areas, and conference space. Valet parking is available for USD 28 per night. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include a business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and free use of bicycles.
Guests can expect WiFi and 40-inch LCD TVs. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and down comforters, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Free newspapers, safes, and phones are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center and complimentary bicycles.

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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 14.99 per night)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 14.99 per night)

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 28 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; USD 12 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Katharine Brasserie

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Bowling alley
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bowling alley
  • Children's games
  • In-room crib
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 6,375 square feet of conference space
  • 8 meeting rooms
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night
  • 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 12 to 25 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 14.99 per night (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 14.99 per night (rates may vary)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 28 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-2 AM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers valet parking (fees apply).

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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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.
  • Charges or special cancellation policies for group reservations may apply (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates).
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Cardinal Hotel Winston-Salem
Kimpton Cardinal Hotel Winston-Salem
Kimpton Cardinal Winston-Salem
Kimpton Cardinal
The Cardinal a Kimpton Hotel
The Kimpton Cardinal Hotel
Kimpton Cardinal Hotel
Kimpton Cardinal By Ihg
Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG Hotel
Kimpton Cardinal Hotel an IHG Hotel
Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG Winston-Salem
Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG Hotel Winston-Salem

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG?

Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see within easy reach of Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG?

This hotel is located in Winston-Salem, just steps from Frank L. Horton Museum Center. You'll also find Old Salem and Home Moravian Church less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG?

Yes, valet parking is offered for USD 28 per night with in/out privileges. Accessible parking and bicycle parking are also available.

Does Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG include a casino?

No, Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including in-room massages as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG?

Yes, this hotel offers private indoor spa tubs in some guestrooms.

Does Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at The Katharine Brasserie.

Does Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, pets stay free at Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG and the property also provides food and water bowls for pets.

Are there connecting rooms at Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG?

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

Where is the closest airport to Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG?

The closest major airport to Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG is Winston-Salem, NC (INT-Smith Reynolds), which is 3.5 mi away (8 minutes by car). Another top airport is Piedmont Triad Intl. Airport (GSO), which is located 23.6 mi away (27-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG.

Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 692 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 190 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1007 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fabulous. The room, the restaurant, and the rec facilities in the basement? What??!!?? The best I’ve ever seen in a hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

The Rec Room was the best part!!

Beautiful hotel, great amazing and a super fun rec room!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful clean new hotel with great style and pleasant people
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison, Atlanta

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great valet service, fast and easy. Excellent fitness center, beautiful rooms, lovely afternoon wine in lounge, nice in house restaurant and good for dogs . Walkable to parks and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Galina

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cory

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gillian

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Donna

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

8/10 Good

Erin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the historical significance
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Kurt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had trouble finding the Hotel. Poor small signage and bell hops looked like part of downtown crowd and couldn’t tell they were bell hops
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry, Hillsville

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice spot. Easy to park, good food. Clean property.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

10/10 Excellent

JoEllen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Front staff person could have been more helpful. Bar staff was a little slow in the service. Front desk person was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurel

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

10/10 Excellent

Jane B

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

trudy

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and even better staff! The rooms were very clean and had almost everything you may need. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

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