The Umstead Hotel and Spa

5.0 star property
Luxury resort with full-service spa and fitness centre
your current months are October, 2024 and November, 2024.
October 2024
November 2024

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

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Room service
    Room service

Explore the area

Map
100 Woodland Pond Dr, Cary, NC, 27513
  • The Umstead Spa
    1 min walk
  • William B. Umstead State Park
    11 min walk
  • Lake Crabtree County Park
    4 min drive
  • Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    8 min drive

Room options

Suite (Spa Level)

Highlights

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

Suite (Signature)

Highlights

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

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

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

Studio Suite

Highlights

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

Highlights

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

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
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • 50 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Accessible (Spa Level)

Highlights

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

Suite (Governors)

Highlights

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

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
Premium bedding
  • 86 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Double Room

Highlights

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

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
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • 50 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room, Balcony, Lake View

Highlights

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

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About the area

Cary

A luxury stay in Cary awaits you at The Umstead Hotel and Spa. Within steps you'll find The Umstead Spa and William B. Umstead State Park within a 15-minute stroll. Highlights at this resort include a full-service spa, a restaurant and free self-parking. .A relaxing visit to The Umstead Spa can include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages and aromatherapy along with access to the sauna and hot tub. The fine-dining restaurant, Herons, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. The resort's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the gym and seasonal outdoor swimming pool as well as access to bike hire and yoga classes. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms and a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is available. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 5-property class Cary resort include North Carolina State University and North Carolina State Fairgrounds.

What's nearby

  • The Umstead Spa - 1 min walk
  • North Carolina State Fairgrounds - 6 min drive
  • PNC Arena - 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 with full-service spa and fitness centre
The Umstead Hotel and Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, a fitness centre, and a seasonal outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. Spa services, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at the luxury The Umstead Hotel and Spa. Free self parking is available.

This 5-star Cary resort is smoke free.

  • 150 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The Umstead Hotel and Spa offers 150 accommodations with iPod docking stations and DVD players. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Coffee/tea makers and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath, dressing gowns, slippers and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include a safe and complimentary bottles of water. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the resort's full-service spa, The Umstead Spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, facials and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

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 for a fee: USD 20 to 50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Herons

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)

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The outdoor pool closes for the season in October.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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

What is the cancellation policy at The Umstead Hotel and Spa?

The Umstead Hotel and Spa offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 6 Oct 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Umstead Hotel and Spa on 7 Oct 2024 start from AU$681.63, 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 parking available at The Umstead Hotel and Spa?

Yep, The Umstead Hotel and Spa has a free self car park. Additionally there is valet parking for USD 14.00 per night.

Is there a spa on site at The Umstead Hotel and Spa?

Yep, The Umstead Spa is available for guests. It has a hot tub, a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as deep-tissue massages.

Does The Umstead Hotel and Spa have a pool?

The Umstead Hotel and Spa has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar.

What makes The Umstead Hotel and Spa a romantic place to stay?

A hot tub and a lounge bar, as well as deep-soaking baths and pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Umstead Hotel and Spa.

Is The Umstead Hotel and Spa family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as free infant beds and free extra beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Umstead Hotel and Spa is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at The Umstead Hotel and Spa?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does The Umstead Hotel and Spa serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order brekkie is offered daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Umstead Hotel and Spa?

No, The Umstead Hotel and Spa does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Umstead Hotel and Spa?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Umstead Hotel and Spa?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

The Umstead Hotel and Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 502 out of 598 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 598 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 598 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 598 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 598 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

Yvette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Umstead will far exceed your expectation
My husband and I celebrated our anniversary at this incredible hotel. It is absolutely beautiful, romantic and classy. The art work is gorgeous, the food is truly delicious and the staff is exceptional. We will only stay here from now on when visiting Raleigh.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina, Yukon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property, very attentive staff. We loved being pampered !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was one of a kind. Pristine inside and out and very close to nature
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darby

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caryl, Chester

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Elegant and lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elissa, Raleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very classy place and will always come back. Thanks Craig
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful experience
This hotel was fabulous and worth every penny we paid for it. From the moment we walked into the moment we left friendly, helpful staff, beautiful clean, and everything you could want for a restful stay. The food was excellent and so were all of the amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

N.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed syay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

dan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Heron’s is exquisite.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

joseph

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

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stay. Service is above and beyond. Pool is relaxing and great service
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
50th Wedding Anniversary
The Umstead never disappoints!!! It is a wonderful hotel with amazing service. Understated elegance!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maryann

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly Recommend
The property, the service and our stay was perfection. The Umstead Hotel and Spa never disappoints. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a perfect Mother’s Day getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Mary

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Caryl, Chester

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historically been my favorite place to stay in Cary- the last two times I’ve stayed the registration desk has been rude.
Stayed 1 night in May 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

Spencer

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel that made everything easy and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darrick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service and the staff was very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024