Gastonia Hotels: Where to Stay in North Carolina
Hotels in Gastonia, NC, checked in two or more sources. Compare downtown and I-85 stays, motels, and nearby sights, then call to confirm details.
Sammie O
Hotels in Gastonia, North Carolina, sit in two main places. One is a restored downtown bank building. The rest cluster near Interstate 85, mostly around Exit 20. This guide lists the lodging we could confirm from at least two sources, explains which old listings we dropped, and tells you where to call before you book. If you are choosing where to stay in Gastonia, start with the quick picks below and then read the details. We do not quote room rates here. Rates change daily, so check them on Expedia or call the front desk.
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Where to Stay in Gastonia, NC
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Best Hotels in Gastonia at a Glance
For a historic downtown stay, pick The Esquire Hotel. For a full-service hotel with a restaurant on site, pick the Hilton Garden Inn. For a breakfast buffet and an indoor pool near the interstate, look at the Fairfield Inn, the Holiday Inn Express, or the Tru by Hilton. For a simple motel stay, look at the Rodeway Inn, the Econo Lodge, or the Quality Inn. For a longer stay with a kitchen, look at WoodSpring Suites.
Every property below shows up in at least two independent listings. Amenities change, so treat each list as a starting point and confirm by phone.
Hotels in Gastonia Downtown
The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia
The Esquire Hotel stands at 168 West Main Avenue, Gastonia, NC 28052. The building opened as a bank in 1918 and later became known as the Lawyers Building. Choice Hotels says the owners kept the classical revival exterior during a multi-year renovation. The hotel joined the Ascend Hotel Collection in December 2019. Go Gaston, the county tourism group, lists the hotel phone as 980-888-1500.
The hotel has 35 rooms and suites. Go Gaston says rooms include free high-speed Wi-Fi, a refrigerator, a safe, and a 42-inch television. The restaurant, Barrister’s, serves Southern food and a free hot breakfast. A basement coffee shop called The Notary is listed as open daily from 6 to 11 in the morning. One travel listing says the coffee shop closes on Sundays, so ask when you call. The hotel also has a patio, a rooftop with views of Kings Pinnacle mountain, and a bar.
The Choice Hotels announcement places the hotel across from the Gastonia Conference Center and a downtown park. The announcement also says the Amtrak stop for the Crescent line sits less than a mile away. The Esquire has no pool, so skip this one if a pool is your top need.
Hotels in Gastonia Near Interstate 85
Most chain hotels sit close to Interstate 85. Several share Remount Road at Exit 20. Two more sit near Exit 17 and Exit 21. One guide lists free parking at each property below. Phone numbers were not shown on most listings, so use the number on your booking confirmation or the brand’s own site.
Hampton Inn Charlotte-Gastonia
The Hampton Inn is at 1859 Remount Road, Gastonia, NC 28054. Expedia group listings give check-in as 3:00 PM to midnight and check-out before 11:00 AM. The minimum check-in age is 21. The listing shows a free buffet breakfast, a gym, and a seasonal outdoor pool open from May through October. Guests under 18 cannot use the fitness room. The hotel allows dogs and cats with limits, and a pet fee applies. Ask the front desk about the current rules before you bring an animal.
Comfort Suites Gastonia – Charlotte
Comfort Suites is at 1874 Remount Road, Gastonia, NC 28054. Choice Hotels lists free Wi-Fi, a free hot breakfast, and pet-friendly rooms. Another guide describes an all-suite layout, a fitness room, and a seasonal outdoor pool. A third listing mentions a hot tub. Pool and hot tub details differ between sources, so confirm both by phone if either one matters to you.
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Gastonia
The Fairfield Inn sits at 1860 Remount Road, Gastonia, NC 28054. Two listings agree on an indoor pool, a fitness room, free Wi-Fi, and a free breakfast. One guide calls the pool heated. This is a solid pick for families who want a pool in any season.
Courtyard by Marriott Gastonia
The Courtyard is at 1856 Remount Road, Gastonia, NC 28054. VisitNC describes redesigned rooms, a bistro, a fitness room, and an indoor pool. The VisitNC page also says the hotel sits near Interstates 85 and 485 and a few minutes from Charlotte Douglas International Airport. We could not confirm bistro hours, so call ahead if you plan to eat there.
Tru by Hilton Gastonia
Tru by Hilton is at 534 North New Hope Road, Gastonia, NC 28054. Listings show an indoor pool, a fitness room, a free breakfast, and free Wi-Fi. One listing says pets up to a set weight limit are welcome. We found the pet detail in only one place, so call before you travel with a pet.
Hilton Garden Inn Gastonia
The Hilton Garden Inn is at 444 Cox Road, Gastonia, NC 28054, near Exit 21. Listings show an indoor pool, a fitness room, a restaurant and bar, and free Wi-Fi. One guide names the Great American Grill as the on-site restaurant. This is the best match in town for travelers who want a full-service hotel with a meal on site.
Holiday Inn Express Gastonia
The Holiday Inn Express is at 1911 Broadcast Drive, Gastonia, NC 28052, near Exit 17. Listings show an indoor pool, a gym, a free breakfast, and free parking. The old version of this post said the hotel was close to Charlotte Douglas International Airport. We could not source a distance, so we removed the claim.
Motels in Gastonia and Budget Stays
Gastonia has several motels and economy hotels. Brands and ownership change often in this part of the market, so we kept only the properties we found in more than one listing.
Rodeway Inn Gastonia East
The Rodeway Inn is at 1400 East Franklin Boulevard, Gastonia, NC 28054. Choice Hotels and a second guide both list the property. The second guide describes a two-story motel with no elevator, no pool, and free Wi-Fi. Guests who cannot climb stairs should ask about ground floor rooms.
Econo Lodge Gastonia North
The Econo Lodge is at 1721 Broadcast Street, Gastonia, NC 28052. Choice Hotels lists free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool, and pet-friendly rooms. A second booking listing confirms the address. We did not find a sourced distance to downtown, so ask the front desk for directions.
Quality Inn Gastonia East
The Quality Inn Gastonia East is at 502 Cox Road, Gastonia, NC 28054. Choice Hotels and a booking site both list the address. Choice Hotels lists a free breakfast and sports facilities. Confirm the breakfast hours when you call.
Motel 6 and WoodSpring Suites
Motel 6 is listed at 1901 Broadcast Street, Gastonia, NC 28052. WoodSpring Suites Charlotte Gastonia is at 1830 Wren Turnpike, Gastonia, NC 28052. WoodSpring is an extended stay brand. Choice Hotels lists laundry service and pet-friendly, non-smoking rooms there. We did not find amenity details for Motel 6, so call before you book.
Old Listings We Dropped or Could Not Confirm
The old version of this post named several hotels we could not match. We took them out or flagged them here.
The old post listed a SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western. We found one listing for a Best Western Hotel Gastonia at 360 Best Western Court near Exit 20, but no second source. Treat this hotel as unconfirmed.
The address 1700 North Chester Street appears as a Quality Inn West in one guide and as a Red Roof Inn in a booking listing. The brand may have changed. Call before you book.
One guide also lists Affordable Suites of America at 1921 Bessemer City Road. We found no second source, so we left this property out of the main list.
The old post placed the Gaston County Museum steps from a hotel. The museum sits at 131 West Main Street in Dallas, North Carolina, not downtown Gastonia. The old post also said hotels sat near the Uwharrie National Forest and Lake Norman. We found no support for those claims, so we removed them.
Where to Stay Near Gastonia Attractions
The Esquire Hotel works best for downtown visits. Go Gaston lists the Gastonia Conference Center, the Schiele Museum of Natural History, Rankin Lake Park, and the American Military Museum of Gastonia as nearby. The City of Gastonia lists the Schiele Museum at 181 South South Street, with the phone number 704-866-6714. Hours vary by day, so call before you go.
CaroMont Health Park is a 5,000 seat ballpark at South Hill Street and West Franklin Boulevard. Wikipedia says the park opened in 2021 and sits in downtown Gastonia. The same source says the home team has changed over the years, so check the schedule before you plan a game night.
Crowders Mountain State Park lies in Gaston County, about 32 miles west of Charlotte according to the state parks site. The Linwood Road access, at 4611 Linwood Road, has a Gastonia address. The visitor center at 522 Park Office Lane in Kings Mountain is open daily from 9 in the morning to 5 in the afternoon. The visitor center phone is 980-460-8042. Park gates close earlier in winter, so check the posted hours.
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden lies a few miles southeast of downtown, according to the Choice Hotels announcement. The Gaston County Museum of Art and History in Dallas is free to enter. Call 704-922-7681 to confirm hours, because the museum site lists conflicting days.
Getting to Gastonia
Most guests arrive by car on Interstate 85. The hotels in this guide sit near Exits 17, 20 and 21, so check your exit before you book. Gastonia is also on the Amtrak Crescent line, and the Choice Hotels announcement puts the station less than a mile from The Esquire. Visitors who fly can use Charlotte Douglas International Airport. We did not source drive times, so use a map app for your own trip.
How to Choose a Gastonia Hotel or Motel
Start with your plan. If you want to walk to restaurants and the Schiele Museum, pick downtown. If you want a quick on and off the interstate, pick Remount Road. If you travel with children, look for an indoor pool, since several outdoor pools run only in summer. If you travel with a pet, call first, because policies and fees differ by property.
Ask four questions on the phone. What are the check-in and check-out times? Is breakfast free, and when does breakfast run? Is the pool open this month? Is any fee for pets or parking? These answers change more often than websites do.
Book through Expedia if you want to compare many hotels at once. Booking direct can help if you need a specific room type.
What We Checked and What We Could Not
We compared the Choice Hotels directory, VisitNC, Go Gaston, the City of Gastonia, the North Carolina state parks site, Expedia group pages, and independent hotel guides. We confirmed each hotel above in at least two places. We could not confirm phone numbers for most chain hotels. We could not confirm check-in times except for the Hampton Inn. We did not verify any room rates, and we do not publish them. Please call each hotel to confirm details before you book.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best hotels in Gastonia, NC?
The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia is the top pick for history and downtown walking. The Hilton Garden Inn suits guests who want a restaurant on site. The Hampton Inn, Fairfield Inn, Comfort Suites, and Courtyard cover the Remount Road area near Interstate 85.
Where should I stay in Gastonia for a short visit?
Choose by your plans. Stay downtown at The Esquire for museums and restaurants. Stay near Exit 20 for easy interstate access.
Are there cheap motels in Gastonia?
Several economy options exist, including the Rodeway Inn, Econo Lodge, Quality Inn Gastonia East, Motel 6, and WoodSpring Suites. We do not list rates. Compare current rates on Expedia or call the hotel.
Which Gastonia hotels have an indoor pool?
Listings show indoor pools at the Fairfield Inn, Courtyard, Tru by Hilton, Hilton Garden Inn, and Holiday Inn Express. Confirm by phone, since amenities change.
Does The Esquire Hotel have a restaurant?
Yes. Go Gaston lists Barrister’s restaurant, a coffee shop called The Notary, a patio, a rooftop, and a bar. Call 980-888-1500 to confirm current hours.
Where is the Gaston County Museum?
The museum is at 131 West Main Street in Dallas, North Carolina. The museum does not sit in downtown Gastonia.
What is near Gastonia for outdoor fun?
Crowders Mountain State Park has hiking trails and rock climbing at the Linwood Road access. The park visitor center number is 980-460-8042.
Is there a train to Gastonia?
Yes. Choice Hotels says the Amtrak Crescent line stops in Gastonia, less than a mile from The Esquire Hotel.
Conclusion
Hotels in Gastonia, NC offer a clear split. The Esquire gives you a restored downtown bank with a rooftop. The Interstate 85 hotels give you easy access, pools, and breakfast. Motels and extended stay options cover tighter plans. Use the list above to narrow your choice, then call to confirm details, and compare current offers on Expedia before you book.
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Sammie O publishes Germ Trips, a travel guide covering hotels, restaurants, airport transfers and chauffeur services. The guides aim for practical detail and a clear recommendation rather than an undifferentiated list. Where a town has no good option, the guides say so and point to the nearest one that does. Guides are AI drafted. A small number have been checked against official listings, and those say so on the page.
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