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The Umstead Hotel and Spa

5.0 star property
Relax by the fire pit or take some time for yourself with yoga classes amidst beautiful gardens. Let your worries melt away during your stay.

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Sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments, aromatherapy
Seasonal outdoor pool
Lounge
Reception
Executive Suite, Balcony, Lake View
VIP Access

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$746
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar

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Room options

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Suite (Spa Level)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Suite (Signature)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
  • 112 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential Suite | Living area

Presidential Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 160 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Deep-soaking bath
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Suite

Studio Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 73 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Lake View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 50 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Suite, Accessible (Spa Level)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Deep-soaking bath
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Suite (Governors)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, Balcony, Lake View | Living area

Executive Suite, Balcony, Lake View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
  • 86 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Premier Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Deep-soaking bath
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Lake View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 50 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Double Room, Balcony, Lake View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 50 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Map
100 Woodland Pond Dr, Cary, NC, 27513

What's nearby

  • The Umstead Spa - 1 min walk
  • North Carolina State Fairgrounds - 6 min drive
  • Lenovo Center - 6 min drive
  • Carter-Finley Stadium - 6 min drive
  • Crabtree Valley Mall - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Cary Station - 6 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Rally Point Sport Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Big Easy - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Umstead Hotel and Spa

Luxury resort near North Carolina State University
At The Umstead Hotel and Spa, you can look forward to a poolside bar, a terrace and shopping on-site. Indulge in a deep-tissue massage, a body treatment and a body wrap at The Umstead Spa, the on-site spa. The on-site American cuisine fine-dining restaurant, Herons, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; the property also has a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in reception. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a business centre.
Other perks at this resort include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking, plus valet parking (surcharge)
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and an electric car charging station
  • A front desk safe, concierge services and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 150 rooms boast comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and deep-soaking baths
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Valet parking on site (USD 14 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 20 to 50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Herons

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 200 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds!
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 20 to 50 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 14.00 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from March to October
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Hotel Umstead
Umstead
Umstead Cary
Umstead Hotel
Umstead Hotel Cary
The Umstead Hotel Cary
Umstead Hotel Cary
THE UMSTEAD HOTEL SPA
The Umstead Hotel and Spa Cary
The Umstead Hotel and Spa Resort
The Umstead Hotel and Spa Resort Cary

Frequently asked questions

Does The Umstead Hotel and Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Umstead Hotel and Spa?

As of 3 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Umstead Hotel and Spa on 9 Mar 2025 start from AU$746.08, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Umstead Hotel and Spa pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 200 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Umstead Hotel and Spa?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Umstead Hotel and Spa?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Umstead Hotel and Spa?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is The Umstead Hotel and Spa located?

Situated in Cary, this luxury resort is within a 15-minute walk of The Umstead Spa and William B. Umstead State Park. Lake Crabtree County Park is 1.8 mi (3 km) away.

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The Umstead Hotel and Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 536 out of 632 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 632 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 632 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 632 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 632 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Fantastic stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Most beautiful resort Excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Wonderful stay all around! Accommodations, staff restaurants top notch! Spa was awesome . Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tellers

Customer Service was top notch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittney

One of the best NC resorts I’ve ever stayed at. Everything was amazing. Pricey but worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Great hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAE

This is a comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lou

Best hotel Ive staying in the USA. Definately a 5-6 establishment. Be sure to splurge on the spa, pool and herons restaruant if you stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chantel

Perfection in little ol Cary NC!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

We always love our stays here and it was the perfect place to stay on the first night of our honeymoon. The staff were so kind in congratulating us and made our stay extra special!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne Margaret

This was the best experience I have ever had at a hotel. The staff was top notch and their attention to service was incredible.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly Ann

Luxury!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

What a perfect Mother’s Day getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Gorgeous property, very attentive staff. We loved being pampered !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

We had a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Kahlea

Everything about it was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

A lovely hotel that made everything easy and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Everything
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Very elegant and classy hotel. Great place to relax and enjoy the beautiful amenities that the hotel has to offer.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nina

The Umstead was beautiful andnthe customer sercice was excellent. My room wasnt as cool as if like itnro be when I slept, but beyond thay, everything was phenomenal. Jan, in reservations, is an absolute delight and the kindest person. I want to thank her especially for making my first night away from girls special. The spa and the room service was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

joseph

Great property with attention to detail. Beautiful spot and service was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Absolutely amazing stay, everything exceeded my expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

ASHA

Everything about this property was amazing. The rooms were great and the room service we enjoyed. The staff was so nice and friendly and the vibe of hotel was just relaxing. Prior to my stay they reached out to see if I needed anything or wanted to set up reservations to anything. Excellent hotel. Looking forward to going back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regan

Beautiful property, stunning rooms and the best service!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024