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Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
Game room
Meeting facility
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; French cuisine
Property amenity
Located in the business district, the Kimpton Cardinal Hotel offers a bowling alley, playground, and French cuisine at The Katharine Brasserie. Enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast or billiards. Staff provides bike rentals, concierge services, and luggage storage.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room (Essential)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - double
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - double
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Exterior View)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds (Exterior View)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Mobility)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - double
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Mobility)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - double
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Presidential Suite, 1 Twin Bed

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Winston-Salem, Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG is in the city center. Old Salem and Reynolda House Museum of American Art are cultural highlights of the area. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
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Map
51 East 4th St, Winston-Salem, NC, 27101

What's nearby

  • Benton Convention Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Old Salem - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Winston Salem State University - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Wake Forest University - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • High Point Station - 25 min drive
  • Piedmont Triad Intl. Airport (GSO) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Incendiary Brewing Company - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Katharine Brasserie and Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Barcelona Burger and Beer Garden - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dogwood Hops And Crops - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Thai Harmony - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG

Luxury family-friendly hotel near Benton Convention Center
Located close to Old Salem and Winston Salem State University, Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG provides a bowling alley, a playground, and an arcade/game room. The on-site French cuisine brasserie, The Katharine Brasserie, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. In-room WiFi (surcharge) is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and valet parking (surcharge)
  • 8 meeting rooms, smoke-free premises, and a nature reserve
  • A porter/bellhop, a ballroom, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 174 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and tubs or showers
  • 40-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, free infant beds, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 14.99 per night)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 14.99 per night)

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 28 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; USD 12 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Katharine Brasserie

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Bowling alley
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bowling alley
  • Children's games
  • In-room crib
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 6,375 square feet of conference space
  • 8 meeting rooms
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Spa

  • In-room 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
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 25 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 14.99 per night (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 14.99 per night (rates may vary)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 28 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night

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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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 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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Cardinal Hotel Winston-Salem
Kimpton Cardinal Hotel Winston-Salem
Kimpton Cardinal Winston-Salem
Kimpton Cardinal
The Cardinal a Kimpton Hotel
The Kimpton Cardinal Hotel
Kimpton Cardinal Hotel
Kimpton Cardinal By Ihg
Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG Hotel
Kimpton Cardinal Hotel an IHG Hotel
Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG Winston-Salem
Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG Hotel Winston-Salem

Frequently asked questions

Is Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG?

Valet parking is available for USD 28 per night.

What time is check-in at Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG located?

This family-friendly Winston-Salem hotel is located in the business district, within 1 mi (2 km) of Benton Convention Center and Old Salem. Winston Salem State University and Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 690 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 190 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Hotel!!! My stay of choice anytime i am in Winston Salem
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne r.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic property was charming. Bar & restaurant lively & delicious. Three wedding parties made for a noisy stay. Surrounding area was rowdy - would not feel comfortable walking the area at night. Parking was a challenge & valet service was understaffed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great stay for me and my family
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is lovely! The staff were friendly and helpful. The restaurant was amazing! I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always love the atmosphere. Our favorite stay in Winston Salem!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffery Joseph

The area was unique
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had our 50th year West Forsyth High School Reunion there! From the time we parked on the street until we checked out everything was outstanding! The valet men were great, they were very helpful cause we had flowers and other items with us for the reunion. Check in was easy, she smiled, greeted us. The staff for the reunion who served our buffet were excellent. Their supervisor was very accommodating if we needed anything else! Our room was great, very roomy and the beds were so comfortable! We ate breakfast at the Katherine Resturant the next morning. Great food and service! If you are thinking of having a special event at the Kimpton’s, I highly recommend them!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Like the quick check in, love the building
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

CYNTHIA

Disliked: Staff & service
Booked 2 rooms through Expedia. One for 3 nights and one for 4 nights. Tried to kick my daughter out her last day stay. Resolved through Expedia. Then, KC charged my credit card for an additional night. Still working on a refund.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tejal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great historic hotel, just a little pricey
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sleepy City, especially on the weekend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great all around service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a hidden gem! Such a beautiful hotel and the staff were wonderful ! I will be doing a lot of business in the area and I will make this hotel a manditory part of my travel. Absolutely incredible!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We just stayed one night traveling to the coast. The check in was easy. They had valet parking. The bar/restaurant area was great. All staff we encountered were friendly and polite.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous bar and great French restaurant. Such a pretty hotel. Would definitely stay again! Comfy bed and pillows.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Amazing bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

SHEILA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Gorgeous property.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome chocolate martinis
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dion

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful and large and staff was great,Everything is available on site
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The kids really enjoyed to rec room with bowling, billiards, and basketball court.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

We stayed one night to attend the Edgar Allan Poe performance three blocks away. The staff was super friendly and helpful with finding somewhere to eat and suggesting on places for spirits.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stéphanie

Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Macole

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

Excellent Hotel Experience

The Kimpton is a beautiful, family-friendly hotel that has all the bells and whistles. My children were able to have their first "hotel experience" with additional benefits of the basketball court and bowling alley. We enjoyed our time. The staff was amazing, attentive, and kind. We will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The conveniece could not be beat and the atmosphere was so uplifting and fun it put a little "pep in my step." Checkin was so pleasant and welcoming. We will seek out more Graduate hotels to stay at!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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