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The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with 3 bars/lounges, near Little Theater of Gastonia

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Dining
Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished
Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished
Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished
Exterior
In the heart of Gastonia, The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, Ascend Hotel Collection offers a vibrant atmosphere with 3 bars and a rooftop terrace. Enjoy convenient amenities like free self parking, luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry services and coffee/tea in the lobby while appreciating the helpful staff praised by previous guests.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • Rooftop terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
$102 nightly
The total price is $116
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees

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Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

  • Rankin Lake Park - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Schiele Museum of Natural History - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Eastridge Mall - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Crowders Mountain State Park - 10 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden - 23 min drive - 22.9 km

Getting around

  • Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) - 26 min drive
  • Concord, NC (USA-Concord Regional) - 41 min drive
  • Gastonia Station - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tony's Ice Cream - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cavendish Brewery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pita Wheel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Viva Tequis - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Webb Custom Kitchen - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Take in the views from the rooftop terrace when you stay at The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, an Ascend Collection Hotel. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Barrister's, which serves southern cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 35 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 3 bars/lounges
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Banquet hall
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free long-distance and local calls

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Barrister's - This restaurant specializes in southern cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from August 26 2025 to October 15 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Elevator
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Policies

Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, an Ascend Collection Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, an Ascend Collection Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

Is there an onsite casino at The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Catawba Two Kings Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, an Ascend Collection Hotel and nearby?

The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, an Ascend Collection Hotel has 3 bars.

What's the area around The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, an Ascend Collection Hotel like?

The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, an Ascend Collection Hotel is located on the Gastonia Strip, a short 14-minute walk from Gastonia Farmers Market and 13 minutes' walk from Little Theater of Gastonia.

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The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Service staff
Restaurant
Breakfast
Building
Location
Food
Bar
History
Family friendly

What guests liked

  • The on-site restaurant was superb with great food, accommodating staff, and excellent service. (8 reviews)
  • Parking was easy and close to the building. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and very good restaurant on property.
gerry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful old hotel with amazing character!
Jeremy Ryan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Super cool hotel. Staff was awesome. Noisy AC and kinda small rooms. First room had no hot water but they switched us immediately to a better room.
Grace, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hotel. Very comfortable stay.
Rosemary, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Always enjoy staying her and staff is always great.
michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Gem

Such a gem. Very nice and intimate, offer a restaurant, late check out, small complimentary breakfast, rooftop, free parking. I would stay there every time I come to North Carolina
Aleysha, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

I enjoyed me stay. Staff was accommodating and helpful and the property was very safe and clean.
Ariyona, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Easy Parking, Dining Nearby & On Site
Rafael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This historical landmark is truly a treasure. As a history enthusiast, I appreciated that the hotel used to be a bank. It has a delightful charm and distinctiveness. The restaurant was excellent, and the staff were incredibly friendly. I look forward to my next stay!
Nichole, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Stephen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Front dest staff were friendly and helpful. They were all great faces of the business. Our room was tiny but adequate. Floor was very sticky. Bed was comfortable and thanks to ear plugs we slept well. The AC fan squeaked constantly sounding like a watch alarm. If our stay was more than one night we would have had to switch rooms. The front desk girl suggested we check out the rooftop Lounge area. It was very nice since the temperatures were cool with little breeze and we could see a view of the whole city from there. We very much enjoyed that. Overall the room was cozy and comfortable and we enjoyed our stay.
Jerry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Hotel is very nice with a great restaurant.
Carol Anne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quaint little hotel that was a bank
Lisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful, Historic Property

What a beautiful historic property! The staff was so helpful and informed us of the history of the building. The view is amazing from the rood top terrace. The room was comfortable and the bathroom was a good size for a historic building. We plan to stay here again when we are in the area.
Susan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Stacey, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very unique hotel/building and a great find in downtown Gastonia.
Karen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great getaway for limited options in gastonia area. The restaurant was good
TJ, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Michael, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Joseph, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean! Awesome staff! Super convenient location! Only downside was breakfast had limited options. Highly recommend!
Grace, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

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Brad, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Second stay. This one was for four nights. Bathroom sink drain got stuck. No room cleaning at all for four days, which seems a little odd. If the owners would make a little effort in enhancing the guest experience, this place would get 5 stars from me. Front desk staff needs some customer service 101 training.
Stephen, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A great hotel property that was a bank and has been totally refurbished. It has rooftop and main floor dining and drink options. Very nice rooms and beds, great sheets and towels, and the staff was very responsive when I had a question. I definitely would stay at the Esquire again!
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice restored historic building.
Mike, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was great, super friendly and helpful with suggestions for places in the area to eat. Room was clean and comfortable.
Bobby, 1-night trip