Awards & Recognition

Welcome to The Restoration Hotel press page, featuring the latest news, awards, and media coverage from our growing boutique hospitality collection. Here, you’ll find highlights from travel, lifestyle, and design publications that showcase our residential-style stays, thoughtful service, and sense of place. Across our locations, The Restoration continues to earn recognition for design, guest experience, and community connection. As a result, this page serves as an evolving archive of the stories shaping our brand’s journey.

Featured Press & Recent Highlights

From national travel titles to regional lifestyle publications, The Restoration Hotel is regularly featured for its approach to boutique hospitality. Notably, coverage spans our Charleston and Asheville locations, reflecting the unique character of each destination while maintaining a consistent brand ethos.

Best Urban Hotel Charleston Award — Condé Nast

"Best Urban Hotel"

Voted #3 Hotel In Charleston 2024

Voted #8 Hotel In Asheville 2024

"Best Urban Hotel"

Awards & Industry Recognition

In addition to media coverage, The Restoration Hotel has been recognized by industry leaders and hospitality organizations for excellence in design, guest experience, and urban location.

Whether highlighted in “Best Boutique Hotels” lists or design-forward roundups, these honors reinforce our commitment to creating places that feel lived in, not just stayed in.

"Best Urban Hotel"

"In the top 10% of hotels worldwide"

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"HotelsCombined recognizes The Restoration amongst the best hotels in the United States."

"Voted Best Urban Hotel"

"Asheville Emerges as a New City To Watch"

"The Restoration Hotel Collection opens second location"

Charleston & Asheville Press Coverage

While united by a shared philosophy, each Restoration property brings its own story to the spotlight. Charleston press often highlights our historic setting, residential suites, and rooftop experiences near King Street. Asheville coverage focuses on mountain views, creative culture, and culinary-driven hospitality.

Together, these features reflect how The Restoration adapts thoughtfully to each city it calls home.

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"The Coolest Family-Friendly Boutique Hotels in the USA"

"Hotel with rooftop garden bar, bowling alley, basement lounge to open soon downtown"

"Best new hotels in the U.S. South"

"America's Top Hotels, Alternative Accommodations Based on Online Reviews"

"The 17 best hotels in Charleston, from historic inns to modern stays"

"tried, tested & recommended – the restoration charleston, SC USA"

"The Watch Menu: Full of Southern Favorites With International Flair"

"9 rooftop bars and restaurants in Charleston, SC"

"6 new hotels roll out the welcome mat across the Southeast"

"New luxury hotel in Asheville will have an underground speakeasy and rooftop bar"

"With focus on both tourists, local community, Restoration Asheville hotel opens downtown"

"These 10 US Romantic Hotels Are Perfect For Valentine’s Day Celebration"

"First Look: The Restoration Asheville"

“Best Charleston Restaurants to Bring Your Parents”

“Best Weekend Getaway for Families”

“6 Last-Minute New Year’s Eve Getaways”

“10 Vacation Hot Spots that Make Incredible…”

“Fine Hotels Let Guests Borrow Luxury Cars”

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“Where to stay in Charleston”

“11 Dreamiest Hotels in Charleston”

“10 Unique Hotel Experiences…”

About The Restoration Hotel Collection

Founded on the idea that travel should feel unhurried, The Restoration Hotel Collection offers residential-style boutique hotels designed for longer stays, deeper connections, and a true sense of place.

Rather than traditional hotel rooms, our spacious suites, curated amenities, and neighborhood-driven locations invite guests to settle in, explore slowly, and stay awhile.

Media Inquiries & Press Contact

For press inquiries, interview requests, or media assets, please contact our communications team.

Additionally, members of the media are welcome to explore our properties in Charleston and Asheville to experience The Restoration firsthand.