Fodor's Expert Review The Umstead Hotel and Spa
100 Woodland Pond Rd., Cary, North Carolina, 27513, USA Fodor's Choice
There's a sumptuous sense of escape at this modern, luxurious hotel where wall-sized portraits and sculpture (including a large-scale Chihuly) balance the gorgeous outdoor surroundings, including a 3-acre lake (with walking trail) and an infinity pool framed by comfy chairs and cabanas. Expansive limestone and granite bathrooms, comfy beds with 330-count sheets, a full-service spa, and balconies with lake views add to the luxury. Herons, a celebrated five-star restaurant that sources produce from its own farm, serves food around the clock.
PROS
- luxurious hotel with a restaurant
- bar
- and spa
- lovely natural setting
- luxurious hotel with a restaurant, bar, and spa
- lovely natural setting
- luxurious hotel with a full-service spa
- award-winning restaurant on-site
CONS
- outside of Raleigh and not in walking distance to any sights
- allows pets but only at a very high onetime fee
- outside Raleigh and not in walking distance to any sights
- can be difficult to get a spa appointment
- outside Raleigh and not in walking distance of any sights
- I–40 traffic is audible from porches
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Rate Includes: No meals