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The Umstead Hotel and Spa

5.0 star property
Luxury resort with full-service spa and fitness centre

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

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$808
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr

Explore the area

Map
100 Woodland Pond Dr, Cary, NC, 27513
  • The Umstead Spa
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • North Carolina State Fairgrounds
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Lenovo Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite (Spa Level)

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

View all photos for Suite (Signature)

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

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed

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

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Lake View

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

View all photos for Suite, Accessible (Spa Level)

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

View all photos for Suite (Governors)

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

View all photos for Executive Suite, Balcony, Lake View

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Lake View

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

View all photos for Double Room, Balcony, Lake View

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

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 served between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM. 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.
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What's nearby

  • The Umstead Spa - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • North Carolina State Fairgrounds - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Lenovo Center - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Carter-Finley Stadium - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Crabtree Valley Mall - 10 min drive - 11.0 km

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, bathrobes, 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

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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
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • 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: 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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 seasonal pool will open in March and close 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 29 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Umstead Hotel and Spa on 7 Apr 2025 start from NZ$807.72, 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 Swedish 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. The pool is open from March to October.

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 from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

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. 539 out of 635 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 635 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 635 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 635 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 635 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

Shamal

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay all around! Accommodations, staff restaurants top notch! Spa was awesome . Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

harold

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven, Lawrenceville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most beautiful resort Excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tuvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The best in NC
A great hotel, located close to the woods Kept in pristine condition
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fabian

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eve

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

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Conrad

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

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

10/10 Excellent

Kelly Ann

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Luxury!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittney, Albemarle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Tiffany

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

10/10 Excellent

Chantel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfection in little ol Cary NC!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property!! Well appointed rooms with great amenities. Booking with Expedia gives the option to pay in cash. This is not so. You must have a credit card to pay; however, an exception was made for me. So FYI have your credit card handy. Other than that everything was superb!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lou

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

2/10 Terrible

Natalia

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dishonest staff, terrible service, uninviting rooms, a mediocre restaurant, a poorly managed bar, lousy upkeep, and a dull ambiance. We stayed at The Umstead Hotel ($800/night room), and the experience was far below what I expected for that price. The room was small and uncomfortable, and the balcony was no better—cramped and not conducive to relaxation. The service was abysmal. We had to wait an excessive amount of time just to get someone to take our order, and when they finally did, they refused to bring us coffee at certain tables. We waited forever for our food, which was frustrating and unacceptable. The restaurant was a letdown. The food okay, nothing special considering the high prices, but the desserts were terrible. Only the sundae was edible; any other dessert we tried tasted sour and bad. We ended up leaving most of them uneaten. The gallery was in terrible condition—dusty, dirty, with large cobwebs and bugs everywhere. It was unsettling, far from the clean, luxurious environment you'd expect. The bar experience was equally disappointing. We sat in the gallery of the bar and were completely unattended for over 90 min. When we finally decided to go inside to get a beer, they refused to serve us because they were closing. This was incredibly frustrating and not what you'd expect from a so-called luxury hotel. To add, I accidentally left a $40 charger in the room; after calling several times it was clear it was stolen and they don't keep track of their staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024