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The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel
The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel – Hillsborough, NC
The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel – Hillsborough, NC
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Located 12 miles from Duke University, The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers 4-star accommodations in Hillsborough and has a shared lounge, a restaurant and a bar. Located around 13 miles from American Tobacco Campus, the hotel with free WiFi is also 26 miles away from Umstead State Park. The property has room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests. At the hotel the rooms are equipped with air conditioning and a TV. Wallace Wade Stadium is 13 miles from The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel, while Kenan Memorial Stadium is 13 miles from the property. Raleigh-Durham International Airport is 27 miles away.

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • On-site dining
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Full kitchen / kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Spa / sauna
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning

Reviews

4.8 / 5
Excellent 292 reviews
  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    I absolutely loved the Colonial Inn! The staff was courteous and even escorted me to my room. The room was spacious and clean. I would definitely recommend to others and I will stay here again when I return.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    We absolutely loved our stay here. This hotel is full of charm and fits perfectly with the character of this beautiful little mountain town. We especially enjoyed walking the nearby River Trail, and the location couldn't have been better—we were able to stroll to everything we wanted to see and do. It made for the perfect stop between larger cities, giving us a chance to slow down and enjoy the area. The restoration has preserved the hotel's historic character while providing a comfortable stay, and every staff member we met was genuinely kind, welcoming, and helpful. We would happily stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Staff was helpful and friendly. Room was clean, though caulking in bathroom was showing some age. No refrigerator in the room, which was slightly inconvenient.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Exceptional

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Very good

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Exceptional

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Everything was very nice.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Absolutely beautiful, clean, quiet space from which to explore Hillsborough and surrounding areas. The Tavern has incredible drinks and food too!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Surprising place! It was a great stay

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Southern hospitality is alive and well at the Colonial Inn! The desk staff and bartender met our every need with a smile. Easy walking to eating and shopping in Hillsborough. We'll be back!

  • Engine customer May 2026

    Gardens, great location to local restaurants and art shops. Old home luxury feel. All marks off were due to room very hot/no air movement. No fan on even though monitor on wall read temp and fan on-outdoor in 70s much cooler than inside our room. “Muffins and fruit” for breakfast with coffee were sparse for a place that has bar/restaurant and speaks of luxury and beautiful morning outdoor coffee/reading/work garden tree lined paths.

  • Engine customer May 2026

    Historic old inn from the late 1770s, renovated, so some grace there. Made for old people. We were on the bottom floor so the noise from the room upstairs was intense. Wonderful shower. Located in the historic part of town wonderful place for walking & restaurants.

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Location and renovation are great. Bar is nice- great bartender. Asked for early check in by email and phone call. Usually check in is 3pm and asked for 2pm to get ready for a wedding. Arrived and room was just starting to be cleaned at 2pm. Also no onsite parking.

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Everything!!!

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Exceptional

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Great location. Having some instructions on how to get to regular tv would have been helpful.

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Having some instructions on how to get to regular tv would have been helpful.

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    We absolutely loved this quaint inn. It’s in the cutest part of Hillsborough. There are little shops and restaurants that are within walking distance as well as Weaver Street Market. The room was clean and fresh and very comfortable.

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Parking is on-street only and can be an issue. No coffee in room but there is coffee available in main lobby, which was in a separate building.

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    The bar and restaurant is small but excelent. ood amazing, service with a smile and lots of attention to the guests

Frequently asked questions about The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Does The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel offer parking?
Yes, The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers free parking on-site.
Does The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers meeting spaces for business and group use.
Does The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel have a fitness center?
The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel located, and how walkable is the area?
The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel is located at 153 W King St, Hillsborough, NC 27278. With a Walk Score of null, the area is rated null. A car or rideshare is recommended for most trips in this area.

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