First Ward

Charlotte

A basketball game at the Time Warner Cable Arena with spectators in the stands.
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A modern building with large glass windows and a sign reading "Levine Museum of the New South".
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Stay near popular First Ward attractions

A basketball game at the Time Warner Cable Arena with spectators in the stands.
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Spectrum Center

8.6/10 (3,769 reviews)
Catch an event at Spectrum Center during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

Charlotte: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket

Charlotte: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket

P2,006
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Charlotte: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
Picture 21 for Activity Charlotte: Carowinds Admission Ticket

Charlotte: Carowinds Admission Ticket

P3,161
per adult
Charlotte: Carowinds Admission Ticket
90 Minute Historic Uptown Neighborhood Segway Tour of Charlotte

90 Minute Historic Uptown Neighborhood Segway Tour of Charlotte

P4,560
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
90 Minute Historic Uptown Neighborhood Segway Tour of Charlotte
Charlotte Southern City Historical Guided Cart Tour

Charlotte's Uptown Historical Guided Cart Tour

P1,763
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Charlotte's Uptown Historical Guided Cart Tour
Museum of Illusions Charlotte Admission Ticket

Museum of Illusions Charlotte Admission Ticket

P2,006
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Museum of Illusions Charlotte Admission Ticket
"In The Streets & Eats" Mural Art Tour Of Charlotte

"In The Streets & Eats" Mural Art Tour Of Charlotte

P3,040
per adult
"In The Streets & Eats" Mural Art Tour Of Charlotte
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Top hotels in First Ward

HYATT house Charlotte/Center City

HYATT house Charlotte/Center City

3 out of 5
435 E Trade Street Charlotte NC
The price is P8,553 per night from Aug 5 to Aug 6
P8,553
P9,943 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,684 reviews)
"Okay stay overall. Staff friendly. Right beside my event at the Spectrum center. As for the room, bathroom had issues. When flushing the toilet the water would splash out of the bowl. Shower had mold in it. Overnight parking was about 58$."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2026

HYATT house Charlotte/Center City
SpringHill Suites Charlotte City Center

SpringHill Suites Charlotte City Center

2.5 out of 5
311 East 5th Street Charlotte NC
The price is P8,839 per night from Aug 6 to Aug 7
P8,839
P10,276 total
Aug 6 - Aug 7
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,349 reviews)
"Delicious breakfast!"

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2026

SpringHill Suites Charlotte City Center
Homewood Suites By Hilton Charlotte Uptown First Ward

Homewood Suites By Hilton Charlotte Uptown First Ward

3 out of 5
508 N. College St. Charlotte NC
The price is P8,527 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
P8,527
P9,913 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,756 reviews)
"Breakfast was good! The location was perfect."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2026

Homewood Suites By Hilton Charlotte Uptown First Ward
DoubleTree by Hilton Charlotte City Center

DoubleTree by Hilton Charlotte City Center

4 out of 5
230 N College St Charlotte NC
The price is P10,041 per night from Jul 24 to Jul 25
P10,041
P11,673 total
Jul 24 - Jul 25
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,368 reviews)
"Everyone was very friendly."

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Charlotte City Center
Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End

Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End

3.5 out of 5
5700 Westpark Drive Charlotte NC
The price is P6,523 per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
P6,523
P7,582 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 indoor pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,089 reviews)
"It was a great place to stay! The rooms were clean and stocked, the bed was sooooo comfortable and I slept great! I would stay there again!"

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2026

Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End
Hilton Charlotte University Place

Hilton Charlotte University Place

4 out of 5
8629 J M Keynes Dr Charlotte NC
The price is P7,201 per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
P7,201
P8,371 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,445 reviews)
"Rooms were nice and clean. A breakfast included with the price of the hotel stay would have been a nice add."

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2026

Hilton Charlotte University Place
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Where to stay in First Ward

Find the best First Ward areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Uptown Charlotte

Abundant dining options, interesting museums and live music are just a few top things to explore in Uptown Charlotte. A visit to Bank of America Stadium or Spectrum Center might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Tryon Street Tram Stop or Charlotte Transportation Center Station to get around town.

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Ballantyne

Ballantyne is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to The Amp Ballantyne and Reclining Bulls Statue while you're in town.

The entrance to Southpark with a glass canopy and a fountain.

SouthPark

A noteworthy feature of SouthPark is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out SouthPark Mall and Phillips Place.

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South End

While you're in South End, take in top sights like Amos' Southend or The Music Yard, and hop on the metro to see more the city at East-West Blvd Station or Bland Station.

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Second Ward

Noted for its theaters and museums, there's plenty to explore in Second Ward. Top attractions like NASCAR Hall of Fame and Queen City Quarter are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at 3rd St - Convention Center Station or Stonewall Station to see more of the city.

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