Fodor's Expert Review The Foundry Hotel Asheville

51 S. Market St., Asheville, North Carolina, 28801, USA Fodor's Choice

One of downtown Asheville's newest hotels, this boutique lodging occupies a former steel foundry and several other industrial buildings around a central courtyard. In a historic African American neighborhood called the Block, it is within walking distance of many top bars and eateries and is home to Benne on Eagle, a restaurant serving regional cuisine operated by a James Beard Award nominee.

PROS

  • centrally located historic preservation property with upscale amenities
  • home to Benne on Eagle, hip Southern soul food restaurant
  • extras like Tesla car service and champagne on arrival
  • complimentary champagne on arrival
  • Tesla car service to nearby attractions
  • eager-to-help staff

CONS

  • in a redeveloping section of town
  • near the top end of downtown hotel prices
  • only valet parking
  • not as central as other downtown hotels
  • near the top end in terms of prices
  • valet parking only

QUICK FACTS

Hotel
Historical, New, Service
Intimate
Central
Local Flavor
$$$$

HOTEL INFO

Phones: 828-552–8545

HOTEL DETAILS

87 rooms
Rate Includes: No meals

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