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A well-organized bar area with shelves, bottles, and a large 'C.' sign. - Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG (Winston-Salem)
A conference room with a long table, chairs, and vases with flowers. - Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG (Winston-Salem)
A modern living room with a marble coffee table, wine bottles, glasses, and a sofa with decorative pillows. - Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG (Winston-Salem)
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Luxury
4.5 star property
9.0

Wonderful

Recreation haven in historic building

Vintage elegance meets modern comfort at this historic downtown hotel with bowling and billiards. Enjoy complimentary morning coffee and evening wine hour with pizza in the stylish lobby, while the French brasserie showcases the property's preserved architectural character.

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

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A neatly made bed with white linens and decorative pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a vase with yellow flowers.

Room (Essential)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a lamp.

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

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A neatly made bed with white linens and decorative pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a vase with yellow flowers.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A neatly made bed with white linens and decorative pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a vase with yellow flowers.

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(45 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a lamp.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a nightstand, and a lamp.

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a painting on the wall.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed (Exterior View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds (Exterior View)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a painting on the wall.

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

  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a nightstand, and a lamp.

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

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A modern living room with a dark blue sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Presidential Suite, 1 Twin Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Room

  • Sleeps 2

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

2 Queen

  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 4

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. Visit our Winston-Salem travel guide
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51 East 4th St, Winston-Salem, NC, 27101

What's nearby

  • An aerial view of a city with red-roofed buildings, green parks, and a distant city skyline.
    Old Salem
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Frank L. Horton Museum Center
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Benton Convention Center
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Winston Salem State University
    2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Truist Stadium
    2 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Incendiary Brewing Company
    4 min walk
  • Thirsty Pallet
    3 min walk
  • Camino Bakery
    4 min walk
  • DeBeen Espresso
    4 min walk
  • Mellow Mushroom
    5 min walk

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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 30 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 coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • 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

  • 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
  • Some LED lighting used
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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 30 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, 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)

Frequently asked questions

Is Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is available for USD 30 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).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 698 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 178 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything from valet, room cleanliness to all staff great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nadia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super helpful and kind staff! Must try the vanilla lattes at the restaurant downstairs!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Antonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was top notch. All the staff were wonderful. Latiya at the front desk (not sure I spelled her name right) deserves a special shout out—she was so lovely and helpful! Room was comfortable and clean and the bed was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great with near by shopping, restaurants and many activities. The recreation room was extremely cool for kids. The staff was spot on and extremely helpful! Will return again anytime I am in the area!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel in Downtown Winston Salem. Rooms were clean, staff friendly and helpful. Great breakfast and bar! We will definitely be back when in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room!! Staff & bar was attentive with a great selection of beverages and food!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff! Beautiful hotel!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

nichelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel is located in a between downtown area with a lot of restaurants in walking distance to choice from. When we arrived valet was awesome and the hotel lobby was beautiful. They did have to change our room due to some small issues that were addressed immediately. The recreation area was so nice and the kids had so much bowling. We ate at Mellow Mushroom which was about 3 blocks up and it was worth every bite 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a cool hotel! Great coffee bar, and the downstairs game area and gym are so fun. The surrounding area was great too, with some restaurants within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and excellent hotel staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Room was super clean, bed very comfortable, loved the wine hour, and in a great location. Easy to self park and skip valet. Will 100% stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Such a gorgeous property, dinner was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brynden

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location plenty of places to eat, the staff was exceptionally nice and helpful. Me and my friends enjoyed the rec center. Was in town for a baseball game and whenever I’m in the area will be staying at this hotel again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was absolutely amazing, clean, staff was very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at this hotel multiple times and each stay exceed expectations. The staff is great, and the rooms and building are always clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! Very courteous staff! Great location! Will stay here when I visit again. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We arrived just in time for the wonderful nightly social hour! We love this place and it is our new favorite place to stay. Staff couldn’t be more accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sherry

clean, staff helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff with a nice free happy hour 5-6. Clean rooms. Nice restaurant on site.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was professional and accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was amazing and we thoroughly enjoyed our upgrade to the suite for our anniversary. The staff was very helpful and friendly. The restaurant was delicious and the valet service was excellent! We enjoyed our first visit to Winston Salem. Beautiful hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lynn

Liked: Staff & service
For a Kimpton I was disappointed. The hotel just seemed to be not sparking clean. In my room it took several days and a note from me to get robes that I assumed would be in the room upon arrival. When I left a note, the housecleaning brought 2 in and apologized. The 1st day the housecleaning did not replenish my washcloths and left 1 wet one in the shower. The staff at the front were very helpful and nice. Dinner was very good at Katherines.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in a classic old building. Thoughtfully redone. Really enjoyed our stay. Dinner there was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025