Yes. The Carolina Inn is located directly on the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill campus near Franklin Street, Kenan Stadium and UNC Medical Center.

Yes. The hotel’s location provides convenient walking access to Franklin Street dining, shopping and campus attractions.

Check-in begins at 4:00 pm, and check-out is at 11:00 am. We can only guarantee early check-ins and late check-outs on the day of arrival or departure. Early check-ins and late check-outs depend on hotel occupancy. We will do our best to accommodate all requests for either inquiry.

Please note, guests are not permitted to bring in outside food and drink to any public areas of The Carolina Inn.

Yes, please ensure they are addressed to the guest's name with the Hotel address - 211 Pittsboro St, Chapel Hill, NC 27516. 

Yes. The Carolina Inn has been part of the UNC-Chapel Hill campus experience for more than 100 years and is known for its historic Southern charm.

We encourage our guests to take personal videos or still photographs while enjoying your visit for noncommercial purposes. To ensure enjoyment of all our guests, written permission from the hotel is required to utilize our hotel property (indoor/outdoor) for professional portrait photography or videography purposes, including but not limited to wedding, engagement, class, family and individual portraits, advertising photography and model/fashion shoots. Kindly note that unauthorized professional photographers/videographers will be asked to secure their gear immediately. For any photo shoot or filming requests, please contact our Sales and Marketing team. 

Yes, the concierge is located directly next to the front desk. 

Guest rooms include complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, mini fridges, Nespresso Coffee Makers, blackout curtains, Apotheke branded bath amenities, in-room safes and laundry services.

Yes. The hotel offers multiple suite options, including junior suites with separate seating areas and sleeper sofas.

Yes. Many guest rooms and suites feature views of the UNC campus and surrounding Chapel Hill neighborhood.

Yes. Crossroads Chapel Hill is located onsite and offers dining, brunch, cocktails and afternoon tea experiences.

Yes, rollaway beds are available upon request and are not guaranteed. Please note that some rooms cannot accommodate rollaway beds. 

No, The Carolina Inn does not have a pool.

Only 1 Bedroom King Suites have their own microwaves. There is a microwave located on the first floor for guest use.

Yes. Both valet and self-parking options are available onsite for overnight guests. Visit our Parking Page for more details.

Yes, there are four ChargePoint Charging Stations available to hotel guests on a first-come, first-served basis.

The hotel shuttle is complimentary and is by request on a first-come, first-served basis based upon availability. The shuttle may be operated 8 am – 10 pm, and can go in a 2- to 3-mile radius of the hotel. There is a booking fee associated with the reservation to guarantee a time slot in advance.

The Carolina Inn offers partners with multiple car services. Please contact the concierge for rates and reservations. 

Yes. The Carolina Inn features a fitness center with aerobic equipment, Peloton bikes, weight machines, free weights and more.

Yes, self-service laundry facilities are located on the second floor on a first-come, first-served basis, with laundry detergent and dryer sheets available for purchase in our gift shop. We also partner with a dry-cleaning service at additional cost. 

Yes. The hotel offers ballroom spaces and meeting rooms tailored for corporate meetings, conferences and retreats in Chapel Hill. Visit the Meetings page for additional information.

Yes. The hotel offers event venues and gathering spaces for weddings and celebrations, including outdoor venues. Visit the Weddings page for more information.

No, pets are not allowed at The Carolina Inn. Service animals are always welcome and are not subject to any additional fees. 

Cancellation and modification policies for reservations vary based on the dates reserved and the rate plan selected. Please refer to your confirmation email or the terms outlined when creating your reservation to plan accordingly.

A credit card is required to guarantee your reservation. Charges depend on the rate plan booked - some require prepayment while others allow flexible cancellation. 

A $50 per night authorization is placed on your credit card for incidentals upon check-in. Unused funds are released within 7-10 business days after checkout, depending on your bank.