I really liked the Aloft Charlotte Uptown. I spent 12 years in Charlotte before moving to Chicago, and this was my first stay in the Queen City for a business trip.
Ok, so it wasn't my own condo uptown, but close. Here's what I liked.....
The price was right. $139 a night, which was much less expensive than any other hotel Uptown. I also loved the modern decor of the hotel. It was definitely hip and modern. If you are a freak for furniture above and beyond a bed and desk, this place may not be for you. There are no dressers. I like that. It was more like my own personal loft. I was on teh 12th floor, and the skyline views were pretty amazing. This hotel is in the Epicenter entertainment complex, so getting food, drink, bowling or a movie is just a few steps from the elevator.
There wasn't much that I didn't like. I scored parking for $10, however the normal rate is $20. (Bar patrons only pay $10...weird that the hotel would charge more?) I did get the feel that the front desk staff was somewhat amateurish. Also, I can't put my finger on it, but the lobby area somehow felt unfinished, like they were trying to cram too much into too small of a space. No big deal.
All in all, I'm looking forward to staying at the Uptown Charlotte Aloft next time I'm in Charlotte. What a good find!