KIMPTON CARDINAL HOTEL BY IHG | Stay downtown in Winston-Salem

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Hotel Overview

51 4Th Street East, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States

Kimpton Cardinal Hotel By Ihg - Historic boutique hotel near Old Salem

Located in downtown Winston-Salem's historic R.J. Reynolds Building, the architectural inspiration for the Empire State Building. The hotel features 174 guest rooms including 15 suites, an American brasserie restaurant, and 6,375 square feet of meeting space. The property offers a 1,867-square-foot recreation room with a basketball court, bowling alley, and two-story spiral slide. Guests have access to complimentary cruiser bikes and Micro Kickboard scooters. The hotel is within walking distance of the Downtown Arts District, Old Salem Museums & Gardens, and multiple craft breweries. Piedmont Triad International Airport is 40 km away.

Additional perks of the hotel

Complimentary morning coffee and tea service

Hosted evening wine hour

24-hour fitness center

Pet-friendly policy with no size/weight limits or fees

On-demand family fridge program for breast milk storage

'Forgot It? We've Got It!' program with essential items

Complimentary PUBLIC cruiser bikes available

Art-O-Mat repurposed cigarette vending machines with original artwork

Guest Rooms

The hotel offers 174 guest rooms including 15 suites featuring tartan fabrics and bronze finishes. Rooms include butter-soft bedding, a calming color palette, and pops of bold color. Suites measure 540-560 square feet with 2 queen beds, oversized bathrooms with soaking tubs, and living room areas with pullout sleeper queen sofas. All accommodations include Atelier-Bloom bath amenities, minibars, and work desks.

Other conveniences

Free Wi-Fi throughout property

Flat-screen TVs with cable channels

Air conditioning and heating

Ironing facilities and trouser presses

Tea and coffee facilities in rooms

Bathrobes and free toiletries

Connecting room options available

Yoga mats in rooms

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Our listed hotels offer a variety of room types—double rooms, family suites, or deluxe options—all with features like breakfast, flexible cancellation policies, and exclusive deals.

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2 persons

33 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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2 persons

33 m²

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1 King-size bed

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King Room

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2 persons

35 m²

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1 King-size bed

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Transportation Tips

Transportation Options

City Centre

Winston-Salem200 m

Airports

Piedmont Triad (GSO) 39.0 km

Mota Lava (mtv) 95.9 km

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

Wi-Fi

Parking

USD 28 per day

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Paid Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Hiking
Cycling
Bowling
Golf course
Billiard tables
Darts
Table tennis
Yoga class
Aerobics

Services

Valet parking
Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Dinner
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Board games
Children's menu
Children's play area
Kids club
Game room

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre

Room features

Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Hotel Location

51 4Th Street East, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States

Map view

51 4Th Street East, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States

City landmarks

Museum

Children's Museum of Winston-Salem

900 m

Event hall

M C Benton Jr Convention Center

770 m

Landmark

Old Salem Museums & Gardens

1.8 km

Landmark

Shamrock Mills

720 m

Museum

The Winston Cup Museum Special Event Center

690 m

Cemetery

Salem God's Acre Cemetery

750 m

Landmark

BB&T Ballpark

1.8 km

Landmark

West End Historic District

1.1 km

Park

Hanes Park

1.9 km

Landmark

Old Salem Museums & Gardens Administrative Offices

1.4 km

Church

Home Moravian Church

1.4 km

Museum

New Winston Museum

1.6 km

Museum

Museum of Early Southern Decorative Arts

1.9 km

Landmark

Frank L. Horton Museum Center

1.8 km

Landmark

Blum Park

2.3 km

Landmark

Indera Mills Historic Cotton Mill

1.1 km

Landmark

Grace Court

1.4 km

Landmark

Sutler's Spirit Co

1.4 km

Nearby

Park

Bailey Park

430 m

Theatre

The Stevens Center

460 m

601 N Trade St

Piedmon Craftsmen

260 m

601-699 Trade St NW

Downtown North Historic District

320 m

756 N Trade St

Broad Branch Distillery

430 m

51 4th St E

The Residences at the R.J. Reynolds Building

170 m

116 W 4th St

Pepper Building Art Deco

290 m

Gallery

Delurk Gallery

300 m

608A N Trade St Art District

AppleLady Folk Art Gallery

300 m

604A N Trade St

Downtown Arts District Association

300 m

Park

Artivity on the Green

550 m

411 W 4th St

Community Arts Cafe

490 m

Restaurants

Crafted

370 m

527 N Liberty St

Sweet Potatoes

570 m

607 Trade Street Northwest

King's Crab Shack

220 m

239 W 4th St

Sixth & Vine

570 m

209 6th Street Northeast

Camel City BBQ Factory

380 m

701 N Liberty St

Finnigan's Wake Irish Pub

630 m

620 N Trade St

Butcher & Bull

430 m

425 N Cherry St Corner of Cherry & Fifth Streets

237 Fifth

490 m

237 Fifth Street

Xcaret Mexican Grill & Cantina

240 m

202 W 4th St

Small Batch Beer Company

480 m

241 W 5th St

Downtown Thai Restaurant

270 m

271 W 4th St

Tokyo Shapiro

250 m

259 W 4th St

Guest Reviews & Ratings

What Guests Are Saying?

88%

loved it & would return

luxurious rooms

friendly staff

pricey dining

limited breakfast options

8.8/10

Great

Rooms

8.3

Location

8.3

Service

8.3

Dining

7.0

Tony

United States, October 2023

8.2/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms were luxurious and clean, with high ceilings that made them feel incredibly spacious. The snack-filled honor bar and mini-fridge stocked with sodas, beer, and mini bottles were a great touch. The service was top-notch, with the staff being motivated, well-trained, and always ready to help. The location was superb, surrounded by public art, great restaurants, and interesting stores. The dining experience was good, although a bit pricey for the portion sizes. Overall, a fantastic hotel with just a few minor drawbacks.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious, comfortable, and quiet, making for a very relaxing stay.

Service

9.0

The staff was friendly and attentive, always going above and beyond to make my stay enjoyable.

Location

8.0

The hotel is located in a vibrant area filled with great dining options and unique shops.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good, with a friendly wait staff, but the prices were on the higher side for the portion sizes.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-maintained and offered everything I needed for a comfortable stay.

luxurious rooms

pricey dining

Chris

United States, October 2023

8.0/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of highs and lows. On the positive side, the rooms were spacious and comfortable, especially the beds. The staff was excellent and went the extra mile to make my stay great, shoutout to Idah at the restaurant bar. However, the room service experience was not ideal with incorrect orders and billing issues. Despite these minor hiccups, I would consider staying here again.

Rooms

8.0

The beds were super comfy, and the bathroom was spacious and lovely.

Service

9.0

The staff was friendly and very helpful, especially Idah in the restaurant bar.

Location

8.0

The location downtown was pretty great, with lots of restaurants and bars within walking distance.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were somewhat limited, but the food was very good.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers various amenities like room service, valet parking, and pet amenities.

comfortable rooms

room service issues

Herbert

United States, August 2023

7.8/10

The hotel provides a great city view and offers enjoyable facilities including a bowling alley, shuffleboard, and basketball court. The service was mixed with accommodating staff but encounters with a surly desk clerk. The location is vibrant with nearby attractions, yet some disturbances due to recent closures. The dining experience was satisfactory but with room for improvement in traditional dishes. The overall value for money is decent with notable offerings and amenities.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms had a pleasant city view and were equipped with fun amenities like a bowling alley, shuffleboard, and basketball court.

Service

7.0

The staff were mostly accommodating, but encounters with a surly desk clerk impacted the overall service experience.

Location

9.0

The hotel is conveniently located in a vibrant area filled with public art, great restaurants, and interesting stores.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience offered adequate traditional dishes but lacked a bit of finesse in flavors.