Downtown Hotels in Greensboro, North Carolina
Downtown Greensboro is compact and walkable, centered on Elm Street, with Greensboro Coliseum a short drive to the east and the Greensboro Science Center and the International Civil Rights Center & Museum, built in the former Woolworth store, close to the heart of town. Three hotels on this page sit in the center: the Hampton Inn & Suites Greensboro Downtown, the Hyatt Place Greensboro Downtown and the Marriott Greensboro Downtown. Two others, the Proximity Hotel and the Holiday Inn Greensboro Coliseum, are a short drive from downtown and I say so below. Ratings run from 8.3 to 9.4, and I explain which suits which trip.
Greensboro is a mid-sized North Carolina city with a strong textile and civil rights history, a growing food scene and a compact downtown around Elm Street. The pace is easygoing and friendly, and visitors usually combine museum visits, restaurants and local parks, with the coliseum area hosting large events and tournaments.
Where to stay
Three downtown hotels and two short drives away
Staying downtown in Greensboro means you can walk to restaurants and the civil rights museum, and it keeps a car optional for a short visit. The center is small, so three hotels cover most needs, from a pet-friendly Hyatt Place with a seasonal pool to a Marriott with a concierge service and a Hampton with a saltwater pool. Two listings on this page are honestly outside the center, near US-220 and Interstate 40, and I include them as short-drive alternatives rather than pretending they are downtown.
The Hampton Inn & Suites Greensboro Downtown scores 9.0 from 249 reviews and lists a downtown location, a saltwater pool, a pet-friendly policy and paid private parking. It is the best-rated of the genuinely central hotels, and I would choose it for most visitors, since the combination of a pool, pet rules and a central address is hard to beat in this price range. The paid parking is worth noting before you book, because it is an extra cost. I would pick it for a couple, a family or a traveler with a dog.
The Hyatt Place Greensboro Downtown has an 8.7 rating from 434 reviews and lists a pet-friendly policy, a seasonal outdoor pool, a family-friendly restaurant and a fitness center. It suits business travelers and families who want a modern, dependable hotel in the middle of town, and the seasonal pool is a pleasant bonus in summer. The Marriott Greensboro Downtown scores 8.3 from 202 reviews and lists a downtown location, a fitness center, an on-site restaurant and a concierge service, so I would choose it for a conference stay or when the Marriott brand matters to you.
The Proximity Hotel has the highest rating on the page at 9.4, from 151 reviews, and lists an eco-friendly approach, an outdoor pool, an on-site restaurant and free WiFi. It is located off US-220, a short drive from downtown, so it is not a downtown hotel, and I would choose it for a calm, design-minded stay with a car. The score is excellent, and the eco-friendly focus is its distinctive trait. I list it because many travelers who search downtown still want a short ride to the center and a quieter atmosphere.
The Holiday Inn Greensboro Coliseum by IHG has an 8.6 rating from 386 reviews and lists Interstate 40 access, a seasonal outdoor pool, free on-site parking and on-site dining. It sits just off Interstate 40, with the Greensboro Coliseum a short drive away, so it is the practical choice for events at the coliseum or a drive-in stay with free parking. I would choose it when parking cost and highway access matter more than walking to restaurants, and I would choose the central hotels above when a car is not part of the plan.
A traveler's perspectiveI would choose the Hampton Inn & Suites Greensboro Downtown for most visits, because its 9.0 rating, saltwater pool, pet-friendly policy and central address suit couples and families. For a calm stay with a car, I recommend the Proximity Hotel, with its 9.4 rating and eco-friendly approach, a short drive from downtown. Our advice is to confirm parking costs, to visit the International Civil Rights Center & Museum early in the day, and to check whether a hotel is truly in the center before booking.
Proximity Hotel
Greensboro
151 reviews
Eco-friendly hotel with an outdoor pool and local dining
Check availabilityWhy guests love itProximity Hotel is an eco-friendly hotel just off US-220, a short drive from downtown Greensboro. The outdoor pool gives children a reason to come back early on a warm afternoon, and the on-site restaurant saves parents a search for dinner. Rooms have a microwave, a small refrigerator and coffee-making facilities, practical for snacks and breakfasts, and WiFi is free. Guests rate it 9.4 from 151 reviews, an outstanding score.
Hampton Inn & Suites Greensboro Downtown, Nc
Greensboro
249 reviews
Downtown Greensboro hotel with a saltwater pool and pet-friendly rooms
Check availabilityWhy guests love itA saltwater swimming pool and a daily buffet breakfast are what I would mention first to families at Hampton Inn & Suites Greensboro Downtown. Rooms have kitchenettes with a refrigerator and a microwave, handy for snacks and simple meals, and WiFi is free. The downtown location keeps the center of Greensboro close, pets are accepted, and there is a fitness room. Note that parking on site is paid. Guests rate it 9.0 out of 10 over 249 reviews.
Hyatt Place Greensboro Downtown
Greensboro
434 reviews
Family-friendly hotel with a seasonal pool and pet-friendly policy downtown
Check availabilityWhy guests love itHyatt Place Greensboro Downtown puts families in the city center, with a family-friendly restaurant on site for easy meals. The seasonal outdoor pool is a summer treat for children, and there is a fitness center for parents. Pets are welcome, rooms are air-conditioned with a tea and coffee maker, and WiFi is free in public areas. Piedmont Triad Airport is 18 km away. Guests rate it 8.7 from 434 reviews.
Holiday Inn Greensboro Coliseum by IHG
Greensboro
386 reviews
Seasonal outdoor pool and free parking near Greensboro Coliseum
Check availabilityWhy guests love itHoliday Inn Greensboro Coliseum sits just off Interstate 40 at Exit 217, which makes it an easy stop for families on a road trip, and guests rate it 8.6 out of 10 across 386 reviews. Every room has a refrigerator, a coffee machine and a dining area, useful for simple meals with children. The seasonal outdoor pool covers the warmer months, and parking is free. The Greensboro Coliseum is a short drive away, which I find handy for a game or a show.
Marriott Greensboro Downtown
Greensboro
202 reviews
Downtown hotel with a fitness center and on-site dining
Check availabilityWhy guests love itMarriott Greensboro Downtown stands in the center of Greensboro, with a fitness center and an on-site restaurant serving American cuisine. Rooms have plush bedding, a seating area and a modern bathroom, so a stay feels comfortable after a day in town. A concierge desk helps with guest questions and parking is available on site. Guests rate it 8.3 from 202 reviews.
Local tips
- 1Confirm parking costs before booking, since the Hampton Inn lists paid private parking while the Holiday Inn lists free on-site parking.
- 2Visit the International Civil Rights Center & Museum early in the day, and allow time for a guided tour.
- 3Walk Elm Street for restaurants and cafes in the evening, since the downtown hotels are within a short stroll.
- 4Check that the pool is open if you travel outside summer, as several hotels list a seasonal outdoor pool.
- 5Ask about pet fees in advance if you travel with a dog, since the Hampton Inn and the Hyatt Place list pet-friendly policies.
- 6Book early for coliseum event weekends, when hotels near the coliseum and downtown fill quickly.