About and History | Historic Charlotte Hotel | The Dunhill in Uptown

The historic Charlotte Dunhill Hotel in Uptown, originally opened as the Mayfair Manor in 1929, is one of North Carolina’s members of Historic Hotels of America and one of its first luxury establishments. Designed by architect Louis Asbury, Sr., the Historic Dunhill opened in Charlotte in 1929 as the fashionable Mayfair Manor apartment hotel. Half of the original 100 rooms were rented by permanent tenants and it thrived even during the Great Depression. Upon its completion, its singular architecture and powering presence added immeasurably to the city’s skyline.

Gloriously Restored Beauty
Fully restored, the ten-story hotel is a landmark in the arts community and cultural district. Its refined architecture with neo-classical embellishments adds character and a distinctive shape to the Uptown skyline. The lobby and guest rooms feature elegant 18th-century European furnishings, hand-sewn draperies and original works of art. The penthouse retains its original marble floor with double balconies offering panoramic views of Charlotte.

Today, the elegant Dunhill Hotel is one of Charlotte’s few remaining historic landmarks of that distinctive period in history. It provides visitors and guests with an ambiance reminiscent of a by gone era. The Dunhill successfully combines the elegance found in the luxury hotels of Europe with an American sense of comfort and service, creating a place where the guest experience is unsurpassed.

What Our Guests Are Saying....

"The Perfect Solution"

The Dunhill Hotel is the perfect change of pace from the large chain hotels where service, attention and comfort are often inconsistent or lacking. Being an historic hotel in the heart of uptown charlotte just adds to the benefits of the warmth and charm of this hotel. I stayed 18 nights over 4 weeks during March and the experience was not only a welcome change but convinced me that there isn't another place in Charlotte I would want to stay. The rooms are updated, comfortable and quiet. Hotel and restaurant staff were exceptionally attentive, courteous, and helpful. The restaurant consistently prepared very good entrees and I found myself eating in more than going out For those who are looking for a needed change of pace and want to have an exceptional experience, check out The Dunhill. (JCDCharlotte/Tripadvisor / March 31, 2009)

"Nice change of pace"

Perfect location in the middle of everything. I booked this property for its location. However, I was pleasantly surprised by the historic charm and ambience. What a great hotel! We will definitely be back! (dakotablue51/Tripadvisor / March 27, 2009)

"A Fantastic Experience"

I chose the Dunhill as our conference hotel for a small (20 to 25 people) event held in Charlotte by my employer in February 2009. From the time I created our room block with the hotel staff right on through to the last of our attendees checking out, I couldn't have been more pleased. The hotel's central location couldn't be any better. Our attendees were able to walk to everything. The Dunhill has real historic character, the rooms are very well-furnished, and the staff is fantastic. If you're organizing a conference or similar event in Charlotte, this is the place! (RussAAC/Tripadvisor / March 3, 2009)

For a more detailed history on the Dunhill Hotel, please visit the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Commission website at http://www.cmhpf.org/surveys&rmayfair.htm.

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