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Winston-Salem pairs the walkable brick streets of Old Salem and downtown with fast Interstate 40 and Business 40 access, so travelers can pick a boutique downtown stay or a Hanes Mall chain hotel depending on how much driving they want to do.

Winston-Salem rewards travelers who want an interstate-close base without losing the walkable brick streets of Old Salem and the downtown Arts District. Chain hotels cluster in two practical pockets: around Hanes Mall on the west side off Silas Creek Parkway, and along Cherry Street and Fourth Street downtown near the Innovation Quarter and Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. Families splitting a visit between Old Salem's Moravian streets and the original Krispy Kreme storefront on South Main Street lean toward properties near Wake Forest's north campus, while conference travelers and Kimpton-style boutique guests head straight downtown. Piedmont Triad International Airport sits roughly twenty minutes from most addresses, and the November Tanglewood Festival of Lights fills rooms across every price bracket.

Updated August 18, 2026

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Summit Street Inns
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Summit Street Inns

Winston-Salem

4.7Guest score

187 reviews

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The Historic Brookstown Inn, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
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The Historic Brookstown Inn, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Winston-Salem

4.6Guest score

466 reviews

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Hampton Inn & Suites Winston-Salem Downtown
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Hampton Inn & Suites Winston-Salem Downtown

Winston-Salem

4.5Guest score

418 reviews

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Residence Inn by Marriott Winston-Salem Hanes Mall
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Residence Inn by Marriott Winston-Salem Hanes Mall

Winston-Salem

4.5Guest score

128 reviews

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Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Winston-Salem Hanes Mall
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Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Winston-Salem Hanes Mall

Winston-Salem

4.4Guest score

136 reviews

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Hampton Inn Winston-Salem Hanes Mall
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Hampton Inn Winston-Salem Hanes Mall

Winston-Salem

4.3Guest score

239 reviews

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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Winston-Salem Hanes Mall
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Winston-Salem Hanes Mall

Winston-Salem

4.3Guest score

165 reviews

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Home2 Suites By Hilton Winston-Salem Hanes Mall
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Home2 Suites By Hilton Winston-Salem Hanes Mall

Winston-Salem

4.3Guest score

97 reviews

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Holiday Inn Express Winston-Salem by IHG
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Holiday Inn Express Winston-Salem by IHG

Winston-Salem

4.3Guest score

282 reviews

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Holiday Inn Express Winston-Salem Medical Ctr Area
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Holiday Inn Express Winston-Salem Medical Ctr Area

Winston-Salem

4.3Guest score

353 reviews

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Embassy Suites Winston-Salem
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Embassy Suites Winston-Salem

Winston-Salem

4.3Guest score

337 reviews

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Courtyard Winston-Salem Downtown
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Courtyard Winston-Salem Downtown

Winston-Salem

4.2Guest score

243 reviews

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Hawthorne Inn & Conference Center
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Hawthorne Inn & Conference Center

Winston-Salem

4.2Guest score

1,063 reviews

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Winston-Salem Marriott
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Winston-Salem Marriott

Winston-Salem

4.2Guest score

95 reviews

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Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG
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Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG

Winston-Salem

4.2Guest score

149 reviews

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Spark by Hilton Winston-Salem University
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Spark by Hilton Winston-Salem University

Winston-Salem

4.2Guest score

203 reviews

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Hampton Inn & Suites Winston-Salem/University Area
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Hampton Inn & Suites Winston-Salem/University Area

Winston-Salem

4.2Guest score

212 reviews

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Courtyard Winston-Salem Hanes Mall
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Courtyard Winston-Salem Hanes Mall

Winston-Salem

4.1Guest score

227 reviews

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Comfort Suites Hanes Mall
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Comfort Suites Hanes Mall

Winston-Salem

4.1Guest score

661 reviews

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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Winston-Salem Downtown
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Winston-Salem Downtown

Winston-Salem

4.0Guest score

136 reviews

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Hotel Indigo - Winston-Salem Downtown by IHG
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Hotel Indigo - Winston-Salem Downtown by IHG

Winston-Salem

4.0Guest score

95 reviews

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Courtyard Winston-Salem University
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Courtyard Winston-Salem University

Winston-Salem

4.0Guest score

109 reviews

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DoubleTree by Hilton Winston Salem - University, NC
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DoubleTree by Hilton Winston Salem - University, NC

Winston-Salem

3.9Guest score

157 reviews

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Sleep Inn Hanes Mall
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Sleep Inn Hanes Mall

Winston-Salem

3.8Guest score

472 reviews

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La Quinta by Wyndham Winston-Salem
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La Quinta by Wyndham Winston-Salem

Winston-Salem

3.7Guest score

1,444 reviews

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Hilton Garden Inn Winston-Salem/Hanes Mall
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Hilton Garden Inn Winston-Salem/Hanes Mall

Winston-Salem

3.7Guest score

120 reviews

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What to expect

  • Downtown cluster on Cherry and Fourth Street, walking distance to Old Salem and the Arts District
  • Hanes Mall cluster off Silas Creek Parkway and I-40 Business, best for shopping trips and quick highway access
  • University-area hotels near Wake Forest's north campus off University Parkway
  • Piedmont Triad International Airport about 20 minutes from downtown by car
  • Free parking is standard outside the downtown boutique properties, which mostly charge for valet
  • Rooms tighten in late September for Wake Forest home football weekends and again in November for the Tanglewood lights

Local tips

  • Book the downtown cluster if you plan to walk to Old Salem or the Arts District restaurants on Trade Street, since parking there often means a valet fee.
  • Choose a Hanes Mall property if you're driving in on I-40 and want free self-parking within a short walk of shopping and chain restaurants.
  • Reserve a university-area hotel off University Parkway when visiting Wake Forest, since it cuts the drive to campus to well under fifteen minutes.
  • Confirm any pet fee directly with the front desk before you book, since Booking.com listings flag pet-friendly status but rarely state the exact charge.
  • Add a day for the Piedmont Triad International Airport corridor if you're flying in, since rush-hour traffic on Business 40 can stretch a twenty-minute drive to forty.
  • Book at least six weeks ahead for a Wake Forest home football weekend or the November Tanglewood Festival of Lights, when both clusters sell out.

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Frequently asked questions

Which neighborhood should I pick to stay in Winston-Salem?

Downtown on Cherry or Fourth Street suits travelers who want to walk to Old Salem and the Arts District, while the Hanes Mall cluster off Silas Creek Parkway suits drivers who want free parking and easy I-40 access. University-area hotels off University Parkway work best for Wake Forest visits.

What types of hotels are available in Winston-Salem?

The lineup runs from boutique downtown properties like a converted historic hotel to standard extended-stay and limited-service chains near Hanes Mall, so both weekend explorers and business travelers on a fixed per-diem find a match.

When is the best time to visit Winston-Salem?

Spring and fall bring the mildest weather for walking Old Salem's brick streets, while November draws heavier demand for the Tanglewood Festival of Lights and late September fills rooms for Wake Forest home football weekends.

How far is Winston-Salem from the nearest airport?

Piedmont Triad International Airport is roughly 20 minutes from most downtown and Hanes Mall addresses by car, longer during Business 40 rush-hour traffic, and most properties do not run a dedicated airport shuttle.

Is parking free at Winston-Salem hotels?

Most Hanes Mall and university-area chain hotels include free self-parking, while several downtown boutique properties charge for valet only, so check the parking type before booking if a rental car is part of the trip.

Are pet-friendly hotels easy to find in Winston-Salem?

Yes, pet-friendly rooms are common across both the downtown and Hanes Mall clusters, though the exact pet fee and any weight limit vary by property and are worth confirming directly with the front desk.