The Umstead Hotel and Spa — Cary, NC, United States
The Umstead Hotel and Spa
Cary, NC, United States
Style: Classic Luxury. Built: 2007. Rooms: 150.
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The Umstead Hotel and Spa, located in the heart of Cary, North Carolina, offers a welcoming home in an environment that expresses an appreciation for the arts and embraces the wonders of nature. The luxury hotel and spa is scheduled to opened January 15, 2007 and features a casually elegant yet sophisticated design, introducing a modern style and essence. Residing on 12-acres and nestled against a beautiful 3-acre lake, steps away from walking and jogging trails as well as Umstead State Park, The Umstead preserves the heritage of North Carolina's natural beauty and offers a relaxing escape for business or pleasure. The 150-room, 6-story hotel represents the finest elements of Mother Nature with a charming artful elegance in a serene setting where attention to detail becomes tradition. The Umstead provides a world-class haven for discerning business guests and sophisticated leisure travelers with 8,000 square-feet of meeting and event space, spacious guestrooms, a world-class dining experience, original art and sculpture and a luxurious spa. The hotel also offers the perfect destination for area residents looking for evening relaxation or a weekend escape. Just off Interstate 40 and 6 minutes from the Raleigh-Durham International Airport and 12 minutes from downtown Raleigh, The Umstead offers the conveniences of an urban location. It also exhibits a great appreciation for local and regional arts, including a collection of original artwork commissioned by Ann Goodnight. The Umstead offers guests spacious and luxurious guest rooms with rich furnishings in a cozy atmosphere that is designed to inspire and embrace the wonders of nature. Offering the best in casual elegance and sophisticated living, the 150 oversized guest rooms average 540 square-feet and feature lavish amenities, including luxurious, well-appointed furnishings, 42" Plasma television with DVD/CD player, pillow-top beds, Rivolta Italian linens and signature bath products in all guest rooms. While rich, carmel-hued Anegre wood is used throughout the property, guest rooms are also dressed in customized, nature-inspired art and flora. Some guestrooms and luxury suites will include balconies that overlook the manicured lawns and lake, which features two serene fountains, while other guest rooms and suites will face the hotel's lush gardens. To insure guests feel at home upon arrival, tea service will be offered in-room. A dedicated, "behind the scenes," elevator will insure swift and unobtrusive delivery of guests' luggage. The Umstead's world-class restaurant will introduce an innovative culinary theater experience and feature Modern American cuisine with a Southern flair. With a highly-skilled culinary team and gracious, personalized service in an intimate 90-seat dining atmosphere, guests will enjoy the energy of an "open kitchen," curved ceilings, spectacular lighting, customized art and sculpture from legendary artists. Guests can also enjoy the 40-seat al fresco terrace dining complete with cozy fireplaces as well as beautiful panoramic vistas over the lake. A carefully selected wine cellar, special event wine dinners, afternoon tea service and live music will also be featured. Offering an inspirational and sophisticated setting for power breakfast, lunch and dinner, The Umstead's restaurant provides a meeting destination designed to impress, combining elegance in a comfortable atmosphere with impeccable service. Adjacent to the hotel, the luxurious two-story, 14,000 square-foot spa facility features 10 treatment rooms, a "meditation" courtyard, sauna, steam room, whirlpools, casual lounges and terraces. The spa is filled with natural light and provide an ambience of refined relaxation and pampering with customized treatments and scents inspired by the native flowers of the region. Convenience services will also be offered for business travelers "on the run."
Note Bene
Located six minutes from the Raleigh-Durham International Airport and next to William B. Umstead State Park, The Umstead Hotel and Spa is in close proximity to the area's rich array of cultural attractions, shopping areas, academic institutions, state parks and sports centers. Whether traveling for business, pleasure, or both, The Umstead Hotel's ideal location provides a central point for enjoyment of many of the best attractions that North Carolina has to offer.
Recommended Rooms
King Rooms - Spacious 537 square-foot rooms with king-sized bed, some with lakeside balcony. Double Rooms - Spacious 566 square-foot rooms with two double beds, some with lakeside balcony
Banquets & Meetings
Broad range of technology-equipped meeting rooms and luxuriously appointed banquet space.
Fine Dining on Site
Artfully designed restaurant with an exhibition kitchen and terraces for al fresco dining overlooking the lake. Bar and lobby lounge for entertaining and afternoon tea.
Fitness Center
Fitness Studio with a full selection of Cybex weight machines, free weights and cardio-fitness machines equipped with flat screen TV/CD/DVD entertainment systems
Pool, Outdoor
Heated outdoor swimming pool with fountains, shallow lounge pool, plush furnishings and pool bar. Poolside cabanas equipped for business or pleasure
Spa Facility
14,000 square-foot luxury spa including separate ladies' and gentlemen's locker rooms with steam room, sauna and cascading whirlpool- relaxation lounges- private treatment rooms and spa treatment suites (some with both indoor and outdoor lounge areas)- and meditation courtyard.
Golfing
The Prestonwood Country Club is 5 miles away.
Jogging & Running
Jogging/Walking trails around the property and leading to William B. Umstead State Park
Hotel Amenities
- - Banquets & Meetings
- - Business Center
- - Meeting Space
- - Disabled Access
- - Executive Retreat
- - Fine Dining on Site
- - Fitness Center
- - High Speed Internet
- - Pool, Outdoor
- - Spa Facility
Available Activities
- - Dining
- - Hiking
- - Jogging & Running
- - Shopping
Hotel Address
Location Summary
The Umstead is located on beautifully landscaped 12-acres - a natural environment with a three-acre lake.
Directions to Hotel
From Durham or points West head I-40 East toward Raleigh. Take exit 287 which is Harrison Avenue. Turn right onto Harrison Avenue. At your first traffic light turn left onto SAS Campus Drive. The Umstead Hotel & Spa is the first road on your left. From Raleigh or points East head I-40 West toward Durham/Chapel Hill. Take exit 287 which is Harrison Avenue. Turn left onto Harrison Avenue. At your second traffic light turn left onto SAS Campus Drive. The Umstead Hotel & Spa is the first road on your left.
- The Umstead Hotel and Spa
- 100 Woodland Pond
- Cary , NC 27513
- United States
Location Summary
The Umstead is located on beautifully landscaped 12-acres - a natural environment with a three-acre lake.
Directions to Hotel
From Durham or points West head I-40 East toward Raleigh. Take exit 287 which is Harrison Avenue. Turn right onto Harrison Avenue. At your first traffic light turn left onto SAS Campus Drive. The Umstead Hotel & Spa is the first road on your left. From Raleigh or points East head I-40 West toward Durham/Chapel Hill. Take exit 287 which is Harrison Avenue. Turn left onto Harrison Avenue. At your second traffic light turn left onto SAS Campus Drive. The Umstead Hotel & Spa is the first road on your left.
Child policies vary by hotel. Many hotels are able to provide a rollaway bed or
crib, though there may be an extra fee. Such fees will not be included in the quoted
rate.
If you are ready to book, our advice is to first make your reservation. Our agents will then be able to more effectively assist you with details regarding your children.
If you require further information before making a reservation, please contact us with the hotel name, your dates, and the number and age of the children. Thank you.
If you are ready to book, our advice is to first make your reservation. Our agents will then be able to more effectively assist you with details regarding your children.
If you require further information before making a reservation, please contact us with the hotel name, your dates, and the number and age of the children. Thank you.
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