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The Umstead Hotel and Spa

5.0 star property
Luxury resort with a full-service spa and a fitness center

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Sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments, aromatherapy
Lounge
Sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments, aromatherapy
Lounge
Seasonal outdoor pool
Located near North Carolina State University, The Umstead Hotel and Spa offers a serene escape. Treat yourself to a rejuvenating spa day with aromatherapy and Swedish massage at The Umstead Spa or indulge in American cuisine at Herons restaurant. With yoga classes, an outdoor pool, high-speed WiFi, a fireplace in the lobby and helpful staff on hand you'll feel right at home.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym
Treatment room

Spa

The Umstead Spa has a variety of ways to help you relax. The resort's spa offers deep-tissue massages, prenatal massages, and Swedish massages. Types of treatments available include aromatherapy, body scrubs, body wraps, and facials. Other on-site facilities include a steam room and a sauna.

Nail salon

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Suite (Spa Level)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Suite (Signature)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 112 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Presidential Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 160 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Designer toiletries
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Studio Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 73 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 50 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Suite, Accessible (Spa Level)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Designer toiletries
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Suite (Governors)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, Balcony, Lake View | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Executive Suite, Balcony, Lake View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 86 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Premier Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Designer toiletries
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 50 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Double Room, Balcony, Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 50 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Cary is home to The Umstead Hotel and Spa. The Umstead Spa and Lake Crabtree County Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Crabtree Valley Mall and Park West Village. Check out an event or a game at Lenovo Center, and consider making time for North Carolina State Fairgrounds, a top attraction not to be missed. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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100 Woodland Pond Dr, Cary, NC, 27513

What's nearby

  • The Umstead Spa - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Lenovo Center - 4 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Carter-Finley Stadium - 4 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • North Carolina State Fairgrounds - 5 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Crabtree Valley Mall - 10 min drive - 7.7 miles

Getting around

  • Cary Station - 6 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Rally Point Sport Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪La Victoria - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk

About this property

The Umstead Hotel and Spa

Luxury resort near North Carolina State University
At The Umstead Hotel and Spa, you can look forward to a poolside bar, a terrace, and shopping on site. Indulge in a body scrub, a body treatment, and a body wrap at The Umstead Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site American cuisine fine-dining restaurant, Herons, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; the property also has a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a business center.
Other perks at this resort include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking, plus valet parking (surcharge)
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and an electric car charging station
  • Smoke-free premises, a reception hall, and meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 150 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes.
More amenities include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and deep soaking tubs
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and desks

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Valet parking on site (USD 14 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 20 to 50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Herons

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 200 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 20 to 50 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 14.00 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from March to October
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Hotel Umstead
Umstead
Umstead Cary
Umstead Hotel
Umstead Hotel Cary
The Umstead Hotel Cary
Umstead Hotel Cary
THE UMSTEAD HOTEL SPA
The Umstead Hotel and Spa Cary
The Umstead Hotel and Spa Resort
The Umstead Hotel and Spa Resort Cary

Frequently asked questions

Does The Umstead Hotel and Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is The Umstead Hotel and Spa pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 200 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Umstead Hotel and Spa?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Umstead Hotel and Spa?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Umstead Hotel and Spa?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Umstead Hotel and Spa located?

Situated in Cary, this luxury resort is within a 15-minute walk of The Umstead Spa and William B. Umstead State Park. Lake Crabtree County Park is 1.8 mi (3 km) away.

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