A great Asheville stay gives you room to experience the city in your own way. You might spend the morning wandering downtown, the afternoon exploring the Blue Ridge Mountains, and the evening watching the light change from a rooftop with a cocktail in hand.
We are thrilled to share that The Restoration Asheville won Gold for Hotel Accommodations in Best of Asheville 2026. There is more to celebrate upstairs: The Observatory Rooftop Bar + Lounge won Gold for Night Club and Silver for Rooftop Bar.
These honors mean a great deal to our team. They celebrate two experiences we love bringing together: a welcoming place to stay in the heart of downtown Asheville and a rooftop where guests and locals can make the most of a night out.
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An Award-Winning Hotel in Downtown Asheville
The Restoration is an all-suite boutique hotel at 68 Patton Avenue, surrounded by the restaurants, galleries, breweries, and live music that give downtown Asheville its character. Step outside and follow whatever catches your interest. Return when you are ready for a little breathing room—or for the evening to begin.
Winning Gold for Hotel Accommodations is a wonderful reason to celebrate the people behind that experience. From the team welcoming guests on arrival to the Guest Curators helping them discover the city, hospitality here is personal. We want you to feel comfortable making Asheville your own, whether you have one full weekend or several days to explore.
The hotel’s spacious suites give you a place to settle in between adventures. Start slowly, spread out after a day on the go, and enjoy having a downtown home base that feels connected to the city around it.
Stay for the City. Stay for the Mountains.
One of Asheville’s best qualities is how much variety you can fit into a trip. Downtown invites you to wander without a strict plan. Browse an independent shop, step into a gallery, find a new favorite restaurant, and follow the sound of live music later that night.
When the mountains call, make time for a scenic drive, an overlook, or a trail suited to your pace. The Blue Ridge Parkway near Asheville offers plenty of ideas for getting outside. You can spend a full day exploring or build a short mountain outing into a longer city itinerary.
If art is what brought you here, the River Arts District is another place to explore working studios and the creative side of Asheville. With The Restoration downtown, you can shape each day around a different interest and still come back to the same comfortable place to land.
The Details That Make the Stay Yours
A memorable hotel stay is built throughout the day. At The Restoration Asheville, mornings begin with a Breakfast Basket delivered to your suite. It is an easy invitation to take your time before deciding where the day will lead.
Our Guest Curators can help with ideas for exploring Asheville, from a local recommendation to a plan that fits the time you have. Complimentary hotel Jeep transportation within a two-mile radius makes it easier to get to nearby destinations, while our wine and cheese social offers a moment to reconnect before the evening.
Guests also have access to a 24-hour fitness center and a collection of spaces to eat, drink, gather, or simply spend time together. These details make The Restoration especially well suited to travelers who want more than a place to sleep. You can head out into Asheville whenever you like and find plenty to enjoy when you come back.
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Meet Asheville’s Gold-Winning Night Out
At the top of the hotel, The Observatory Rooftop Bar + Lounge gives Asheville a different perspective. Downtown stretches below, the mountains frame the view, and an afternoon out can become an evening you wish would last a little longer.
In Best of Asheville 2026, The Observatory earned Gold for Night Club and Silver for Rooftop Bar. The two honors reflect the range of ways people enjoy the space. Come for a drink with the mountain views in sight. Meet friends for a lively night out. Or make the rooftop part of a getaway you have been looking forward to for months.
The Observatory welcomes hotel guests and Asheville locals alike. That shared energy is part of its appeal: it feels connected to the city, even from above it. Seasonal cocktails, rooftop atmosphere, and the changing view give you a reason to linger.
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One Address, Many Ways to Enjoy Asheville
The Restoration’s Gold-winning hotel accommodations and The Observatory’s Gold and Silver honors belong to the same Asheville experience. You can spend the day discovering the city, come back to your suite to recharge, and head upstairs when you are ready for the next chapter.
There are more ways to make the hotel part of your plans. Settle in for a meal or a relaxed gathering at The Watch, or head to The Draftsman for drinks and a playful change of pace. Make time for a quiet moment in your suite, then see where the night takes you. You can explore the hotel’s dining and gathering spaces while planning your stay.
For a weekend with friends, that flexibility makes it easy to spend time together without needing to organize every minute. For a couples’ getaway, it leaves room for a spontaneous rooftop stop or an unhurried morning. And for a first trip to Asheville, it offers a convenient starting point for both downtown discoveries and mountain adventures.
Plan an Asheville Getaway That Feels Like You
Looking for the best hotel in downtown Asheville means thinking about the trip you want to have. Do you want to walk out the door and find the city around you? Would you like enough space to slow down between plans? Does a rooftop evening sound like the perfect way to close out the day?
At The Restoration Asheville, you can do all of that from one downtown address. The 2026 Best of Asheville honors give us a reason to pause and celebrate. We hope they also give you one more reason to come see what Asheville has to offer.
To our guests, our neighbors, and everyone who supported The Restoration and The Observatory: thank you. We look forward to welcoming you back—and to sharing this city with those discovering it for the first time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What did The Restoration Asheville win in Best of Asheville 2026?
The Restoration Hotel won Gold for Hotel Accommodations in Best of Asheville 2026.
What awards did The Observatory Asheville win?
The Observatory Rooftop Bar + Lounge won Gold for Night Club and Silver for Rooftop Bar in Best of Asheville 2026.
Is The Observatory located at The Restoration Asheville?
Yes. The Observatory Rooftop Bar + Lounge is located at The Restoration Asheville, at 68 Patton Avenue in downtown Asheville.
Is The Restoration Asheville an all-suite hotel?
Yes. The Restoration Asheville is an all-suite boutique hotel with spacious accommodations in the heart of downtown.
What can guests do near The Restoration Asheville?
Guests can explore downtown Asheville’s restaurants, galleries, shops, breweries, and live music. The city is also a starting point for visits to the River Arts District and the Blue Ridge Mountains.
