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The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, Ascend Hotel Collection

3.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with bars and a rooftop terrace

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Exterior
Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Miscellaneous
Food and drink
Miscellaneous

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AED 323
AED 365 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun

Room options

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
168 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC, 28052

What's nearby

  • Gastonia Farmers Market - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Schiele Museum of Natural History - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Rankin Lake Park - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Eastridge Mall - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden - 18 min drive - 18.7 km

Getting around

  • Gastonia Station - 3 min drive
  • Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tony's Ice Cream - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cavendish Brewing Company - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pita Wheel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Webb Custom Kitchen - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, Ascend Hotel Collection

Hotel remodeled in 2019 and located near Rankin Lake Park
Located close to Little Theater of Gastonia and Schiele Museum of Natural History, The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, Ascend Hotel Collection provides a rooftop terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services, and 3 bars. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • A front-desk safe, a banquet hall, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • A 24-hour front desk, an elevator, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and phones

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • 3 bars/lounges
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Barrister's

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 7 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Renovated entire property - December 2019
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)

We should mention

Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Hotel Gaston Ascend Hotel C
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Frequently asked questions

Is The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, Ascend Hotel Collection pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, Ascend Hotel Collection?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, Ascend Hotel Collection?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, Ascend Hotel Collection?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, Ascend Hotel Collection located?

Situated on the Strip, this hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Little Theater of Gastonia and within 3 mi (5 km) of Schiele Museum of Natural History and Rankin Lake Park. Eastridge Mall and Lake Wylie are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, Ascend Hotel Collection Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 220 out of 337 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 73 out of 337 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 337 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 337 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 337 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel. Very comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always enjoy staying her and staff is always great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As a 2 million-miler, I've stayed in a few hotels. If you need to stay in Gastonia, you cannot beat this property for the price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ariyona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed me stay. Staff was accommodating and helpful and the property was very safe and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect room And clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy Parking, Dining Nearby & On Site
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The restaurant and bar is amazing. Fantastic food and the drink selection great. The staff so sweet. The rooms were great. Across the street the wandering cup was fantastic. Lavendar Latte.. the best!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lillyann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the old style of it. Very fun for through travel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Savannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint little hotel that was a bank
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean! Awesome staff! Super convenient location! Only downside was breakfast had limited options. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

TJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great getaway for limited options in gastonia area. The restaurant was good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I stayed here for a weekend getaway and the hotel room was very nice and cozy. Parking was easy and we didn’t have to worry about our car. Everything is close maybe a 8-10 min drive but all and all love the hotel. We’ll definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unique hotel/building and a great find in downtown Gastonia.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a historic property in the center of Gastonia. Beautiful view from the rooftop was suggested when we checked in. It was a fun place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoy staying at the Esquire every time we visit our son in Gastonia. The hotel has history and we love the nice people there!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol Anne

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel is very nice with a great restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Limited dining but the food at the attached hotel is excellent. Overall a cool old hotel. My only real complaints were a very loud/squealing from the heat so I had to turn that off and the small fridge was also very loud (and right next to the bed).
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved this place. I will be back many times
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, super friendly and helpful with suggestions for places in the area to eat. Room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place

I really enjoyed my stay here. My only complaint is the heater is VERY LOUD but over time you kind of get used to it.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked the old. Enjoyed the view from the roof. Thankful for free parking and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet & Comfortable - in Style

Perfect quiet stopover on our trip south. Convenient location, comfortable room, lovely restaurant, friendly staff, all in an interesting architectural setting of the old First National Bank of Gastonia.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice restored historic building.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had the best stay! Restaurant onsite may it great!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024