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The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with bars and a rooftop terrace

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Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Coffee and/or coffee maker
Food and drink
Food and drink
Exterior
In the heart of Gastonia, The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, Ascend Hotel Collection offers a vibrant atmosphere with 3 bars and a rooftop terrace. Enjoy convenient amenities like free self parking, luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry services and coffee/tea in the lobby while appreciating the helpful staff praised by previous guests.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
168 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC, 28052

What's nearby

  • Rankin Lake Park - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Schiele Museum of Natural History - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Eastridge Mall - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Crowders Mountain State Park - 10 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden - 23 min drive - 14.3 miles

Getting around

  • Gastonia Station - 5 min drive
  • Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tony's Ice Cream - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cavendish Brewery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pita Wheel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Viva Tequis - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Webb Custom Kitchen - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Hotel remodeled in 2019 and located near Rankin Lake Park
Located close to Little Theater of Gastonia and Schiele Museum of Natural History, The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, an Ascend Collection Hotel provides a rooftop terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services, and 3 bars. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and a front-desk safe
  • An elevator, a banquet hall, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • 3 bars/lounges
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Barrister's

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

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
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 7 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Renovated entire property - December 2019
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from August 26 2025 to October 15 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Elevator
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out 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; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)

We should mention

Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, an Ascend Collection Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, an Ascend Collection Hotel located?

Situated in the historical district, this hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Little Theater of Gastonia and within 3 mi (5 km) of Schiele Museum of Natural History and Eastridge Mall. Rankin Lake Park and Lake Wylie are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 244 out of 372 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 372 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 372 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 372 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 372 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Keturah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so helpful and pleasant. Great hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is my favorite! I love it!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place to stay for a work trip!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Maria del Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property has alot of character & personality since it was a bank back in 1918, in general is good, I think the rooms need to be renovated. The restaurant is very nice & food is outstanding!! Staff everywhere is super friendly & attentive!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and roomy
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This entire experience is too notch. From the time you enter to the time you leave. It’s clean. It’s safe. It’s unique.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

gerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff and very good restaurant on property.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nicely renovated historic building
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old hotel with amazing character!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel. Very comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cesar Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice 100% recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always enjoy staying her and staff is always great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ariyona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed me stay. Staff was accommodating and helpful and the property was very safe and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy Parking, Dining Nearby & On Site
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol Anne

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel is very nice with a great restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nichole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This historical landmark is truly a treasure. As a history enthusiast, I appreciated that the hotel used to be a bank. It has a delightful charm and distinctiveness. The restaurant was excellent, and the staff were incredibly friendly. I look forward to my next stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aleysha

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

Gem

Such a gem. Very nice and intimate, offer a restaurant, late check out, small complimentary breakfast, rooftop, free parking. I would stay there every time I come to North Carolina
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As a 2 million-miler, I've stayed in a few hotels. If you need to stay in Gastonia, you cannot beat this property for the price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property overall was fine. The only reason for 4/5 stars was the room was very small. The shower is very small as well. You have no room to move at all.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia Gregg

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When I travel I love to stay at historic locations, this one did not disappoint. The hotel staff were so kind and helpful. The Barrister's restaurant was exceptional and so were the staff. Gourmet meals with southern flare, and great cocktails. A simple breakfast and coffee are provided each morning, except for Sunday. There is a nice Rotary built park on the back side of the hotel that was nice, as a Juntenth celebration was held during my stay. A great location just outside of Charlotte, but close to other cities that offer great activies to visit each day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint little hotel that was a bank
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unique hotel/building and a great find in downtown Gastonia.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

TJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great getaway for limited options in gastonia area. The restaurant was good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoy staying at the Esquire every time we visit our son in Gastonia. The hotel has history and we love the nice people there!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Beautiful, Historic Property

What a beautiful historic property! The staff was so helpful and informed us of the history of the building. The view is amazing from the rood top terrace. The room was comfortable and the bathroom was a good size for a historic building. We plan to stay here again when we are in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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