With a unique posh-punk attitude towards hospitality, the Radical is truly one in a million. It’s got all the stuff you expect from a luxury hotel (service, comfort, safety, amenities) but is completely unexpected when it comes to design, atmosphere, and attitude. More than a hotel, it’s a living organism — an unexpected collection of uses, spaces, and personalities — buzzing with creative energy, and grounded in a collective consciousness. The Radical is up for anything, and down for whatever, with surprises waiting to be discovered around every corner. Come as you are, stay in the present, and be fearlessly Radical.
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We enjoyed the freshness of the hotel and the stimulating decor. The bed was very comfortable and the room quiet. The details throughout were wonderful, including the fixtures, cabinetry, TV, lighting, right down to the stickers on the fresh toilet paper roll. Many nice touches surrounded us.
Very much appreciated was the lack of artificial fragrances.
Justin at the rooftop bar was exceptional, mixing fantastic cocktails while providing very helpful tips about the area. The rooftop experience also featured a gorgeous view from the fireside sofas.
We would recommend a bit more light in the entrance hallway and inside the armoire cabinet. It would be good to have some access to food if the restaurants are not open, ie prepared charcuterie or sealed cured meats - just something aside from the candy cars and chips.
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Date of stay: April 2024Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from A H, Other at The Radical
Responded Apr 26, 2024
Greetings Michael, We love that our many artistic details were not lost on you and that you enjoyed the ambiance and comfort of our inviting rooftop! We will share your kind words with Justin at the bar! We also appreciate your feedback on where you see room for improvement, such as to our lighting and food options after-hours. We hope to see you again before too much time has passed!
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This is a rock and roll fantasy wrapped up into one of the most unique boutique hotel experiences in the nation. With an urban themed artist design and decor, The Radical takes you to a place of creative comfort. Offering a fine dining experience, rooftop bar, coffee shop, open air gift shop, valet parking, artist galleries, bars and restaurants all around and a staff that is so incredibly kind and fun, The Radical is a must stay while in Asheville. If you desire downtown, The Radical is less than 2 miles away. Huge fan!!!!! This is an all in one, casual, art hotel with so much more than you would have ever expected.
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Date of stay: April 2024
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Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip:Â This is great for groups of friends, artists, musicians and overall creative types that...
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Response from Lark Hotels, Owner at The Radical
Responded Jun 8, 2024
Hi, Mark. We appreciate the kind words and are glad we could provide you with a positive experience!
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Attention to every detail. The restaurant and rooftop bar have tremendous locally-sourced healthy and delicious food and an extremely knowledgeable and welcoming team. The River Arts District is my new favorite place to stay: tremendous artists, music at Salvage Station, bike, and pedestrian paths, coffee shops . . .
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip:Â Attentive quick friendly valet included.
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Response from Lark Marketing, Marketing at The Radical
Responded Oct 25, 2023
Greetings Stephen, Thank you for joining us for a unique and luxurious stay here in the heart of Asheville! It was our pleasure to welcome you to our new boutique experience here in the Arts District, and we are delighted you enjoyed our locally-sourced cuisine and our dedication to local art. We hope you will remember us the next time you are in lovely Asheville!
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Love, love, love this hotel! Located in the River Arts District this hotel is a wokr of art itself. Beautiful unique space with amazing attention to detail! The hotel itself is so amazing you don't have to leave, but if you do you can't beat the location, so many fun walkable art galleries and boutiques. Don't miss the rooftop, we were able to enjoy a few truly amazing sunsets before heading down to the restaurant for dinner. I went with friends a few months ago and am already booked to go back in a few weeks with my SO.
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Date of stay: October 2023
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Trip type: Traveled with friends
Room Tip:Â Save room for desert at the restuarant!
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Response from A H, Other at The Radical
Responded Jan 16, 2024
Hello Ashley, It was such a pleasure to introduce you to the beauty and creativity of the River Arts District and The Radical! Thank you for making yourself right at home with us, enjoying our epic sunsets from our rooftop before heading down to dinner at Golden Hour. We can't wait to welcome you back with your SO. The art galleries, shops, and dining possibilities of Asheville await!
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Absolutely wonderful! The Radical is a piece of art all on its own. I booked for my 11 year old daughter, who is a budding artist and general lover of all things odd and interesting so that she could experience everything the river arts district has to offer. Walking distance to some of the best galleries and studios. You could spend hours just looking at all the graffiti and art in the hotel alone. The entire staff was friendly, welcoming, and overall the BEST! The rooftop is amazing to look at the stars and enjoy a cocktail. Afterglow has amazing coffee. Overall, well done!
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Date of stay: June 2024Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from Lark Hotels, Owner at The Radical
Responded Jun 24, 2024
Hi, Corey. We are thrilled to learn that you had a positive experience with us!
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Very friendly and rooms were large. Is a converted factory. Smelled like cement to me, had trouble getting to sleep. Restaurant in lower floor was pretty good but pricey for the food. Bad parking situation, some parking in rear, $39 for valet to park you across the street. Was approached by homeless person outside. Not great for us but I could see how younger clientele would enjoy it.
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Date of stay: March 2024
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Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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The Radical is in a great location with lots to do within walking distance and just a short drive to downtown. The restaurant is awesome. Delicious food and excellent service. We loved the decor and ambiance all throughout the hotel and room. We couldn’t sleep though. Between noise from the hall, the neighboring rooms, and outside, trying to get some sleep was near impossible. Next time we’ll bring earplugs & a few bottles of melatonin.
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Date of stay: February 2024Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip:Â Bring extra earplugs
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Response from A H, Other at The Radical
Responded Apr 26, 2024
Hello Tommyball19, We are delighted you loved our location here in the River Arts District as well as our fare at Golden Hour! Thank you for appreciating the art-focused decor that is integral to our vibe here at The Radical! We are sorry, however, that sleep eluded you due to outside noise, which is unusual. We hope for the chance to earn your top score one day.
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Really nice stay at the Radical. Highly recommend for a couples trip. The hotel is brand new and everything was immaculate. We especially loved the location. It is close to everything and had a convenient parking lot behind the hotel we could come and go from with ease. We ate an excellent lunch at the hotel restaurant, Afterglow. If you go, be sure to try the seafood beignets!
There is a lot to do within walking distance, including the Wedge brewery and a couple other bars/restaurants on Paynes Way. I also squeezed in a hair appointment with Michele at Ananda hair studio on Paynes Way, which was great and so easy.
My husband made a lot of use of the nearby river trail for daily runs. He said he preferred it to downtown because it avoided having to do a big hill at the end of every run. The hotel also has a nice looking gym and hosted roof yoga at 9am on Saturday.
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Date of stay: July 2024Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Guest Services, Guest Services / Front Office at The Radical
Responded Jul 11, 2024
Thank you for sharing! We are stoked to hear that you had a rad stay at The Radical and enjoyed the convenient location, amenities, and nearby attractions. Thanks for recommending us for a couple's trip. You need to make a few visits to enjoy all that Asheville and the River Arts District have to offer, so we hope to see you again soon!
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It was like staying in an art gallery. Every where I looked, there was something that made me smile. The room had thoughtful details, my favorite was the magnified makeup mirror. The bed was very comfortable. The shower was awesome. The restaurant and bar staff were friendly and the food was very good.
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from A H, Other at The Radical
Responded Feb 26, 2024
Hi Seeker-of-good-stuff, What a treat to find your five-star endorsement of our fun and funky Asheville retreat! We love that we made you smile and that you found your room to be appointed with all the extras you could wish for. Thank you for joining us at Golden Hour, and do come again!
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This is a really neat hotel with great employees. The decor is amazing from lobby to room to roof top bar. Room was immaculately clean when we arrived and again each afternoon when we got back to recharge. The rooftop bar is definitely a highlight. Filled with a mix of guests and locals each night. Views of distant thunderstorms over the river were memorable. Bartenders were excellent with drinks and info about Asheville. Folks at front desk and the coffee shop were great to deal with all weekend. They all seemed to be really happy to help with whatever we needed. Will be back….
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Date of stay: August 2024Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Zackary Oxley, General Manager at The Radical
Responded Aug 21, 2024
Bruce! Thank you so much for the kind words. I've only been in Asheville for a little over a year, and I remember thinking how beautiful it is, even in a thunderstorm. It's great to hear that you enjoyed your visit and our team. I'll be sure to pass along those sentiments when I see various team members. Thanks again and see you soon!
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"Don't let google maps make you think things are farther away than they are. Walking through Wedge parking lot takes you right down to a lot of spots."
There are more places to choose from in the Asheville area.
PRICE RANGE
$166 - $232 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
United StatesNorth CarolinaNorth Carolina MountainsAsheville
NUMBER OF ROOMS
70
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