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Garner Hotel Cornelius Lake Norman by IHG

2.5 star property
Start your day with a free breakfast, then relax poolside at this welcoming property with attentive staff and reliable WiFi.

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Located near Lake Norman, Lake Norman Inn and Suites welcomes guests with thoughtful amenities including a free breakfast buffet and 24-hour gym access. Visitors enjoy the inviting pool, while rooms provide free WiFi and complimentary newspapers for staying connected.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
19608 Liverpool Pkwy, Cornelius, NC, 28031

What's nearby

  • Raceworld USA - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Lake Norman Visitors Center - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lake Norman - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Lake Norman Miniature Golf - 1 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Jetton Park - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Charlotte Station - 22 min drive
  • Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • QuikTrip
  • Circle K
  • Chick-fil-A
  • McDonald's
  • Cook-Out

About this property

Garner Hotel Cornelius Lake Norman by IHG

Hotel near Lake Norman
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour gym at Garner Hotel Cornelius Lake Norman by IHG. In addition to a 24-hour business center and a snack bar/deli, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, express check-out, and a vending machine
  • A computer station, an elevator, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 80 individually furnished rooms boast thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 1,216 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from September 01 to October 06
Pool access available from 10 AM to 8:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Clarion Cornelius
Clarion Inn Cornelius
Clarion Inn Cornelius
Clarion Cornelius
Hotel Clarion Inn & Suites Cornelius
Cornelius Clarion Inn & Suites Hotel
Clarion Inn & Suites Cornelius
Clarion Inn
Clarion
Hotel Clarion Inn & Suites

Frequently asked questions

Does Garner Hotel Cornelius Lake Norman by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10 AM–8:00 PM.

Is Garner Hotel Cornelius Lake Norman by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Garner Hotel Cornelius Lake Norman by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Garner Hotel Cornelius Lake Norman by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Garner Hotel Cornelius Lake Norman by IHG located?

Located in the heart of Cornelius, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Raceworld USA and Lake Norman. Lake Norman Visitors Center and Jetton Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Garner Hotel Cornelius Lake Norman by IHG Reviews

7.4

Good

7.2

Cleanliness

6.8

Amenities

8.2

Staff & service

7.2

Eco-friendliness

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 361 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 211 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 208 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 111 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 109 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, comfortable and quiet. We emjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Adu-Sade

Room was clean and staff was
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is always great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Todd

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was undercontruction. It was not only unpleasant to stay there but suspect many safety codes were being broken.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Adriane

Disliked: Cleanliness
Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

ERNEST

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly, room was terrible! I guess you get what you pay for.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Sam

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff were polite but room was unpleasant. No hot water, tons of dust under the beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aurelia

Liked: Cleanliness
X
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Amenities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Isabella

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Too loud all nighg difficult check in
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Check in was easy and quick. Staff were friendly and welcoming. Bed was quite comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
They're doing a massive remodel. Going to nice when it's completed. Eating within walking. Quite area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Bruce

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This place is under construction and should not really be open. An entire hallway is covered in plastic. The elevator moves so slowly that it feels unsafe. There were people screaming in the room next to mine. I left and asked for a refund.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Anthony

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was broken... literally the worst place i have stayed in a while. No tv no internet blood in my floor. Just bad all around
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall Good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location Friendly staff
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sidney

Liked: Cleanliness
Yes it was I
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds were comfortable, room was nice. Staff was nice n helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming service close to places to eat
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

SAFFRON

Free breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Fatima

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room had a funny smell. The place is inder construction so it is dusty. The location is great and the staff is friendly. The breakfast was good fresh and well stock.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay will definitely be back next trip to NC
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brady

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Loved the facility, loved the area
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the beds so comfortable. I would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kopczynski

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Getaway day trip

Check-in was slow. Room was nice. Bed and pillows were comfortable. Overall, good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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