Pinehurst Resort
80 Carolina Vista Drive, Pinehurst, NC 28374
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#2 of 6 hotels in Pinehurst
Location
4.6
Cleanliness
4.6
Service
4.6
Value
4.1
Some say you can feel the spirit of Pinehurst as you turn onto Carolina Vista, the tree-lined avenue that leads to the Carolina hotel. This majestic century-old hotel with its signature copper cupola and sweeping verandas make you feel as though you’ve stepped back in time to an era when elegance defined grand hotels and resorts. Dubbed the “Queen of the South,” the Carolina has 274 Four-Diamond guest rooms including suites.Pinehurst Resort features nine golf courses, an award-winning Spa, a charming village, tennis, beach club and other amenities including an active Kids Club. Kids 12 and under stay and play golf free when staying in the same room as the parents.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Bicycle rental
Golf course
Babysitting
Parking
Wifi
Hot tub
Outdoor pool
Heated pool
Sauna
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Tennis court
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Free shuttle or taxi services
Airport transportation
Shuttle bus service
Business Center with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Spa
Couples massage
Facial treatments
Full body massage
Massage
Baggage storage
Concierge
Gift shop
Non-smoking hotel
ATM on site
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
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Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Room service
Safe
Minibar
Flatscreen TV
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Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
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Luxury
Historic Hotel
Languages Spoken
English
Location
69Somewhat walkable
Grade: 69 out of 100
15Restaurantswithin 0.3 miles
7Attractionswithin 0.3 miles
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80 Carolina Vista Drive, Pinehurst, NC 28374
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We were put in an unrenovated room, chased a roach like critter, windows appeared to have black mold and the floor unleveled. After mentioned to front desk they said we should’ve requested a renovated room.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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We lived at the Jack Nicklaus lodge here on the property, wow. The comfort of the rooms, the comfort of the house setting, fun. The food package was purchased, where we had breakfast every day there in the grand property. The use of the transportation to and from our golf and or meal off property was magnificent.
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Date of stay: November 2022
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Room Tip: If you play enough golf and celebrate afterward, you will sleep very well
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We thoroughly enjoyed our two nights in early December, attending annual dinner parties for a large social gathering. The service was very responsive and friendly, our room was comfortable. We enjoyed walking around the common areas, decorated for the holiday season, as well as walking around the village. There are many areas of the hotel under renovation, and they are doing a great job managing around that so that it does not detract from the overall experience.
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Date of stay: December 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Be aware before you book your VRBO or AirBNB - Unless you book your package through the resort you can only play #1, #3, #5 or The Cradle. You have to book a lodging/golf package through the resort to play #2 #4 #6 7, 8 9. This is a change over the last few years. And you can only book 1, 3, 5, or Cradle one day in advance. I played #3 as the reviews said it is a mini #2 or a big Cradle. Maybe, but it definitely does not get the love of maintenance as the other courses. Greens were good, fairways were OK, tees were pretty ragged. Play Pine Needles.
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Old and very noisy with outdated everything but the price. Do it once to play #2 or #4; otherwise, save your time and money. Most of the staff seem uninspired. Breakfast buffet was impressive looking….but every item that should have been hot was not. The golf courses, while renowned, are packed with loud and somewhat drunk slow golfers. 5 and 1/2 hours is torture. A better Pinehurst experience is to stay in a VRBO and play MidPines, Pine Needles and MidSouth. Pinehurst Resort is in a position where they can do whatever they want; it’s either put up or shut up to be a guest. At nearly $3000 for 3 days of golf and 2 nights is “I’ll do this once” experience.
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: Expect a golf experience that is wonderful, except for the amount you pay and the accommodations...
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Interesting grand old hotel. Everything thing about it is first rate except the rooms which are really nothing special at all ( large enough, clean but pretty spartan for the amount you are paying). Staff is excellent and very professional and the breakfast buffet is something not to miss. Excellent place to stay if you are playing golf at Pinehurst or any of the surrounding courses. Shuttle takes you pretty much anywhere you want to go in the area. The historical photos that line the main floor hallways are something special and a museum to themselves.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Traveled with friends
Room Tip: Try the breakfast buffet
Rooms nothing special and could use an updating
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We have been bringing a very large group here for over 20 years. Service has declined, which is understandable after pandemic but did miss many of the familiar faces that used to add such a warm personal touch for the resort. New management raising cost of rooms going forward to $600 a night. Inconsistency with getting a hot shower, inedible group dinners at over $100 per plate, poor service at outside bar…. Sad to say goodbye after many past positive memories. Positive attributes continue to be golfing facilities and several newly renovated rooms.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Traveled on business
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This was a very nice hotel that was being updated/renovated for the US Open in a couple years. The lobby area was closed and the temporary check in entrance was hard to find, it was all the way on the left right of the building. The staff were all masked (which I really appreciated) and everyone kept their distance. The room was very nice and the beds were comfortable. The soaps and shampoo were all perfumed and we are sensitive to perfumes so that was a bit of a problem - need to remember to bring our own soap and shampoo when we travel. A great bonus was having Keurig coffee maker in our room. They offered different dining options in the hotel and free transportation to the golf courses.
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Date of stay: January 2022
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The Pinehurst golf course lived up to the hype. It was well kept, challenging, and stunning in the hills of Carolina. The hotel was also beautiful, very nostalgic, unfortunately they were doing a lot of renovations with the villas and the front so it was a bit ugly and messy. Now that I've talked about the good we can get to the BAD. The food was TERRIBLE, honestly one of the worst filets I've ever had the meat was incredibly low quality, they over cooked the steak, and it tasted like the chef took the lid off the salt and pepper container and dumped it on the steak. The salads were mediocre at best, the only highlight of the Carolina room dinner menu was the arancini which the staff never even recommended. Additionally Pinehurst was not transparent at all with the upcharges, $50 to play a 9 hole par 3 course that barely exceeded 100 yards on one to two holes max?! What a rip off you can't even play it enjoyably because some groups have 8+ people and its turns into a 2 hour round. Additionally, if you ask for your bill they won't tell you that there is an upcharge for playing course No. 2, so very quickly my bill was an extra $250 from what I was expecting. If you love the game of golf you will probably enjoy and won't mind the upcharge and god awful food, but if you are a casual player I would avoid or make sure they lay out all the costs for you up front and AVOID the Carolina room for dinner.…
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Date of stay: August 2022
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For one of the most elegant dining rooms in the area, I was a bit disappointed. No sparkling water on tap. We were told the machine was not working. The evening prior we were at the casual dining restaurant just steps away from the formal dining and they had seltzer water on tap. ( but they did not have a working blender). So we told the waiter that the casual dining area had seltzer on tap and he asked us if we wanted him to go there to get it. Hmmmm.. we answered “yes, thank you”. The server was very serious, not very friendly. We were the ones that attempted to break the ice The lobster tail for $54 was a bit small. The other good items were excellent. The Veal Oscar was very very good. It was obvious that the serving staff was not fully staffed as they should.…
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Traveled with friends
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NUMBER OF ROOMS
274
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pinehurst Resort
Which popular attractions are close to Pinehurst Resort?
Nearby attractions include Pinehurst Harness Track (0.08 miles), Village Shops at Pinehurst (0.2 miles), and The Village Wine Shop (0.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Pinehurst Resort?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at Pinehurst Resort?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Pinehurst Resort?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Pinehurst Resort?
Conveniently located restaurants include Carolina Dining Room, Drum & Quill, and Dugans Pub.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Pinehurst Resort?
Yes, guests have access to a pool, a fitness center, and a sauna during their stay.
Does Pinehurst Resort have an airport shuttle?
Yes, Pinehurst Resort offers an airport shuttle for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Does Pinehurst Resort have airport transportation?
Yes, Pinehurst Resort offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Is Pinehurst Resort located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.3 miles away from the center of Pinehurst.
Are any cleaning services offered at Pinehurst Resort?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.