University City Travel Guide
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Stay near popular University City attractions
Things to do

SEA LIFE Charlotte Concord Aquarium

Charlotte's Original Historical City Tour on Eco- Friendly Cart

The Queen City Experience: 90min Historical City Bus Tour

Charlotte's Ultimate Southern Charm Historical City Bus Tour

Charlotte's Only Southern Charm Haunted/True Crime Golf Cart Tour
Top hotels in University City

Hilton Charlotte University Place
"Only complaint is having to pay for parking daily when the lodging cost is already high. The location is wonderful. You can walk to restaurants and some shopping. It is also very convenient to UNCC campus."
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Drury Inn & Suites Charlotte University Place
"This hotel stay was epic!! Hotel is right off the highway. We went to a concert at Trilliant Pavilion which was 7-12 min away, on the next exit. They greeted with a huge room for four adults, two large queen beds. Each adult gets two drinks at dinner. We swam in the pool which is one inside and outside ..."
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Charlotte University Place, NC
"The only thing good about this hotel was the night front desk gentleman who was absolutely amazing. The rooms smelled like animals. The sofa looked like an animal took a bite of. The shower head looked like it was going to fall. Needs serious maintenance care."
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Sleep Inn Charlotte University Place
"The hotel needs some painting and remodeling. The room was clean but it needed fresh paint job & updating, Many of the ice machines were broken, Too many people hang around outside the hotel. The back door to the hotel was not accessible from parking lot. Room was never cleaned & had to take our ..."
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Hyatt Place Charlotte/University Research Park
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Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Sonesta Select Charlotte University Research Park
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Where to stay in University City

Uptown Charlotte
Ample dining options, fascinating museums, and great live music are just a few top things to explore in Uptown Charlotte. A visit to Spectrum Center or Bank of America Stadium 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.

Ballantyne
Travellers come to Ballantyne for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like TD Amp Ballantyne and Reclining Bulls Statue while you're in town.

SouthPark
SouthPark is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Phillips Place and SouthPark Mall.

South End
If you're spending time in South End, check out sights like Amos' Southend or The Music Yard and hop on the metro to see more of the city at East-West Blvd Station or Bland Station.

Second Ward
Noted for its theatres 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.


















