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Reviews of The Esquire Hotel Downtown Gastonia, Ascend Hotel Collection 3 stars

168 West Main Avenue, Gastonia, NC 28052, United States

#1 of 18 hotels in Gastonia

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 139 hotel reviews

8.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.3

  • Comfort

    9.2

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.8

  • Free WiFi

    9.7

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  • Reviewed: 9 May 2024

    10
    Enjoyable and hope to return
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room - Accessible/Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    That we couldn’t stay longer

    The restaurant was very nice and the help was especially friendly

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2024

    10
    Over all the stay was great despite the temperature control, I would recommend 10/10 stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only thing I did not like about the property was the fact that I could not control the temperature in the room. It would not be so bad if the vent was not pointing directly at the bed.

    Friendly staff, great location, and wonderful food. The beds are extremely comfortable and the showers are amazing, great water pressure and temperature.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2024

    10
    Marvelous
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Queen Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Hotel is great I have booked there over 3 times. I love the staff and cleanliness. It’s quiet and peaceful. Will definitely be back again

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    8.0
    Stay was fine.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night

    Hotel seemed to be short staffed. Confused on room assignments.

    Location was good, close to wedding venue.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    8.0
    Nice place, clean bathrooms and convenient
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Room - Non Smoking
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rooms a little small but more than sufficient for one person. The air conditioning was pretty loud.

    Easy parking, good location and functional clean rooms

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Room - Non Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room is luxurious, it was just me so the size was ok because it’s a little small. But it was worth it. I will definitely return.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 January 2024

    8.0
    While the pricing was a little much for the size, this place made it up in character.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Room - Non Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was smaller than expected. The view of the city was obscured by frosted windows.

    I loved the ambiance of this place! Very quaint. The staff was very friendly.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Non Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not much to not like; I had a short stay(less than 12 hours) I could see how the room size would be a problem for people staying longer.

    Staff was friendly and helpful, room was nice as well as clean.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room - Non Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The overall ecclectic charm of the hotel. The rooms are small but very comfortable. Rooftop patio very charming.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Non Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was very quiet, clean , and bed was comfortable!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 November 2023

    10
    Historic Esquire adds stately elegance to "Oldtowne" Gastonia.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Room - Non Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night

    Food truck pulled up at the club next door at 10:30 pm. Until about 3am it was churning loudly, music was blasting and people were gathered talking and laughing loudly. Don't know if that is a Sunday night thing, a weekend thing or what.

    I had a funeral in Mt Holly & drove from Wilson, so I was going to stay in the chain hotel, until I saw this historic place in "oldtowne" Gastonia.. Fantastic historic property, easy to get to from 85, parking on premises ( YAY!) The place was beautifully restored & the room was just stunning. SO CLEAN! Check in with Meagan was BRILLIANT. I have stayed all over the world & I can tell you she was one of the most amazing hosts I have ever met. Friendly, super helpful ( check-in, internet issues, thermostat instructions, Parking , etc. ) patient, & utterly charming. The 4th floor room had an astounding view of the Holiday-decorated street! COFFEE!!! The bed was absolutely delicious & ditto on the pillows & linens. Didn't stay for breakfast because I had to leave early, but the dining area was gorgeous. Even the halls & elevators were beautiful. Parking was right next to the building, each spot was marked "reserved" & it felt quite safe. This hotel is very much like the historic Alex Johnson in Rapid City & the historic Town Hall In in Lead, SD. If you are in the area I HIGHLY recommend staying here!!!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Room - Non Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I didn't have breakfast

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 October 2023

    10
    A unique stay that gets you out of a big city but lets you enjoy old-time hotel splendor.
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night

    It was Thursday, so the restaurant and bar close earlier than one might like. Part of the authentic old-time experience is a cranky old elevator, but I'm not holding that against them.

    This is a great old boutique hotel in a building with a lot of history. The rooms are thus very small, but lavishly appointed, and you do feel like you're walking back in time (but with modern plumbing!). It's easy to get back to Charlotte from here, I would stay here for fun. Wish there'd been time to try the restaurant and bar.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 October 2023

    8.0
    For a short stay fine.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Non Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Kinda loud out on the street. Bar across the hotel. Asked for a room on a higher floor. Was not available. Small room for two.

    Parking next to the hotel. For free. Comfy bed. But kinda small for two.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Non Smoking
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Small room

    Rooftop view

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2023

    8.0
    Excellent service, unique and beautiful hotel experience!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room - Accessible/Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No issues at all with the hotel. I can’t even think of a complaint.

    The bed was very comfortable, the rooms were beautiful and unique, and clean. Excellent breakfast and service.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2023

    9.0
    Our stay was great and we would definitely stay there again if we are ever in the area!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Non Smoking
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only thing we had an issue with the property was the parking. It wasn’t private parking, so one time we had to park on the street. We were okay with it, just thought it was odd that there was no designated hotel parking. Also, the room was tiny…..again we were okay with it because we weren’t in the room all day…..just needed a place to sleep.

    The property was in a good location in Downtown Gastonia. Very clean. There was a bar and restaurant, and another eatery on the property. The roof was a great place to go with a drink and/or a snack. It was set up with tables and chairs and comfy couches.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2023

    10
    Loved,th
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 5 nights

    COFFEE

    Staff Food

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2023

    10
    Nice but won't go back
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff in the restaurant and bar was rude they acted like we didn't belong there we were ignored several times and we chose to leave the establishment and go across the street to the Irish bar where we were treated better. They need more training in customer service and the kicker we are African American. Not a good look.

    I loved the area the hotel was located in and the room was absolutely gorgeous.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 February 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Super cute and really comfortable. Enjoyed our stay.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 January 2023

    10
    Hotel, history and Freda were awesome!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Every other day housekeeping instead of every 3 days.

    Would have preferred more options for breakfast. Also, our reservation was “breakfast included” but we were told we had to pay because no one gave us a voucher.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 22 December 2022

    8.0
    My daughter and I enjoyed our stay here. I would recommend this hotel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only thing that I found less than desirable was the water pressure in the shower.

    Th property was in a good location. I liked that it was a remodeled older building. The room was very clean and it was very nice. it was perfect for our one night stay. We walked to dinner and that was very nice. It is very close to some cute downtown attractions.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 17 October 2022

    8.0
    Over all I had a good stay.I would stay there again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Room - Accessible/Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very little vending. I was able to get a 12 oz can of soda after the restaurant closed but that was about it. The bar was off limits because of an event. Bring your own snacks! It was a little pricey so I felt I should have had some access to the bar for the price I paid for the room.

    It had a vintage feel to it. A good location in downtown Gastonia NC. it was clean and the staff was friendly.

    Stayed in October 2022

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