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Professional sports, renowned art museums, preserved neighborhoods, luxury shopping and major conventions draw visitors to Charlotte, NC. The city blends its historic roots with modern touches, offering a year-round destination for business or leisure. Guests can catch major sporting and entertainment events near the hotel at Spectrum Center and Bank of America Stadium, or visit one of the city's museums.

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The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Charlotte

Embark on a journey of the senses at the The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Charlotte. Scents of honey and cocoa waft from the bi-level penthouse spa, where treatments highlight organic ingredients to deliver a bespoke experience.

Phone:   +1 704-972-4370
Mon-Thu,Sun:
9:00 AM-6:00 PM
Fri-Sat:
9:00 AM-8:00 PM
Appointment required
Spa Menu Spa Pricing (PDF)
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Fitness Center

The Fitness Center offers state-of-the-art equipment surrounded by spectacular panoramic views.

Open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day
Complimentary
Nighttime view of an indoor pool overlooked by lounge chairs

Swimming

The Spa at The Ritz-Carlton

Mon-Sun : 5:00 AM-10:00 PM

Whirlpool

Spa Lobby Area
Spa Lobby Area
Awaken the Senses at the Ritz-Carlton Spa, Charlotte
The Spa & Wellness Center

The Spa & Wellness Center at The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte incorporates treatments utilizing 100% organic products and also features a bromine-treated swimming pool designed to avoid the effects of traditional harsh pool chemicals. Signature spa experiences include the unique Green Your Body Eco-Treatment, utilizing organic and vegan essential oils as well as environmentally-respectful scrubs and polishes. The Spa & Wellness Center offers wellness counseling that can incorporate the hotel’s complimentary cycling and tasteful organic cuisine as key components in a guest’s overall health planning.

The Ideal Hotel for Discovering Charlotte, NC

Spring

The Charlotte area features spectacular gardens, such as the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, and spring is when many of these locations are in vibrant, full bloom. Another spring highlight for Charlotte is the PGA Tour’s annual tournament held in early May, followed by two major NASCAR events in late May, both presented at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

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Summer

Family-friendly Charlotte amusement parks include Carowinds often called the thrill capital of the region, and few guests can resist the remarkable outdoor recreation choices available at the US National Whitewater Center. Further outdoor entertainment awaits at Charlotte’s PNC Music Pavilion and other outdoor concert venues, while many restaurants offer outdoor dining in the warm summer months.

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Fall

Next door to The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte, NBA season begins in mid-fall for the hometown team, among many other sports events and gatherings at the popular arena. Arts and performance seasons also begin at the Blumenthal and other performing arts venues, many in walking distance of our Uptown Charlotte hotel. Farther afield, stylish and arts-oriented Asheville beckons, as do the brilliantly hued leaves of North Carolina as they change colors during the autumn months. Don’t miss the region’s wineries either; North Carolina is gaining considerable acclaim for its contributions to viniculture.

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Winter

November and December are a magical time in Charlotte, as some of the nation’s most beautiful holiday decorations are displayed throughout the city. Charlotte’s famed Thanksgiving Parade rides along Tryon Street near The Ritz-Carlton and heralds the holiday season in a memorable way; it is one of the largest parades presented in the United States each year. Holiday on Ice, an uptown annual holiday tradition, is great for the entire family. After the start of the year, the region continues to beckon, as magical indoor venues like Discovery Place provide fascinating indoor entertainment for the young and young-at heart, while the state’s ski and snowboard resorts also await outdoor enthusiasts visiting North Carolina.

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Discover the Best of Downtown Charlotte

One of the most luxurious hotels, The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte provides the perfect place to discover the city's best shopping, sightseeing, sports, dining and nightlife. Whether your journey to the Queen City includes strolling around Uptown or a tour of Downtown from one of the hotel's complimentary bikes, The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte stands ready to create unforgettable moments.

An Insider’s Guide to Charlotte

Whether you’re in Charlotte for business or pleasure, we’ve collected the Queen City’s top experiences to suit the adventure-seeker, craft-beer connoisseur, cultural explorer, and more. Experience Charlotte like a local, or tour the city’s most popular attractions.

Outdoor Adventures

Reaching new heights in Charlotte is made possible by its attractions, which cater to both the family and the adventure-seeker. Soar down a Carowinds Roller Coaster, ride the waves at the U.S. National Whitewater Center, or enjoy a thrilling game of football, hockey, or basketball in the city’s finest facilities.

Local Brew & Craft Cocktails

Charlotte’s craft beer scene is booming, distilleries are leading the “grain to glass movement,” and the hotel’s very own speakeasy is serving craft cocktails in an exclusive setting. Grab a glass and take a behind-the-scenes tour at the breweries, cideries, and distilleries.

Arts & Culture

The Queen City’s museums are a haven for international art and design from historically-acclaimed artists, and local markets showcase a variety of Charlotte-made art, food, and gifts. Whether you’re looking to experience native cuisine at one of Charlotte’s festivals, or find the perfect gift for a loved one back home, the city’s cultural attractions are worth exploring.

Family Experiences

Discover birds of prey in an intimate setting at the Carolina Raptor Center, explore scientific exhibits at Discovery Place, or stroll through 360 acres of stunning landscaping and floral arrangements at Daniel Stowe Botanical Gardens.

Spring Happenings

As winter turns to spring, seasonal adventures in Charlotte are in full bloom. Venture to the park to enjoy a picnic, explore the local vineyards, attend a Charlotte Knights minor league baseball game, or challenge a friend to a round of golf.

Summer Happenings

Summer weather inspires outdoor journeys. Cool off at Lake Norman, adventure at the U.S. National Whitewater Center, or experience Charlotte’s craft beer scene at a brewery.

Ritz Kids

From the moment of arrival, we welcome kids to The Ritz-Carlton by encouraging them to explore the sights and sounds of the hotel and its environment. Guided by playfulness and a sense of wonder, Ritz Kids delights and engages your children to interact with their surroundings in a fresh and exciting way, while introducing them to the four important pillars of Ritz Kids discovery: Water, Land, Environmental Responsibility and Culture.

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Local Attractions for Young Guests

Charlotte is home to myriad outstanding children’s experiences, from the new NASCAR Hall of Fame and the hands-on Discovery Place science and nature museum to ImaginOn and its very popular children’s theatre. Charlotte’s children’s highlights include:

Planning Your Trip

Planning a trip to Charlotte, North Carolina.

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Rooftop Garden

The vegetated roof of the 18-story Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte is planted with 18,000 sedum plants to help reduce “urban heat island effect.” The green surface reflects, slows rain runoff and insulates the rooftop, keeping the hotel building cooler overall. It also cools the air around it through evapo-transpiration (or evaporation of water from leaves). The hotel roof is the location for the chef’s garden, cultivated for hotel culinary purposes and featuring lavender, mint and other fresh herbs and greens.

Resident Honeybees

The roof of The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte is home to two fully-contained beehives whose 100,000 seasonal inhabitants assist in pollination and provide natural honey for the hotel. Chemical-free raw honey from the rooftop honeybees is used throughout the hotel’s kitchens, including dishes in the Lobby Lounge, and delectable desserts at Bar Cocoa.

Twin scoops of honey-pecan ice cream rest inside waffle cones

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