Arras
Art Deco-meets-modern-mountain boutique. Design-forward, locally rooted, confident without being stuffy.
There's a record player and vinyl collection in the lobby seating area — guests can play DJ
Why It Matters
A genuine adaptive reuse story — a bank vault became a hotel — in a city that punches well above its weight culturally. Named after the French region famous for woven fabrics, the hotel leans into Asheville's 'Paris of the South' nickname without winking too hard at it. The tallest building in Western North Carolina means the views are hard to beat.
A converted former BB&T Bank building in the dead center of downtown Asheville — Pack Square, to be precise — turned into a 128-room boutique hotel with serious Art Deco bones. The exterior is stone, metal, and period flourishes; inside it's all European oak floors, Calacatta marble, lush leathers, and original works by local artists on every wall. It's also the tallest building in Western North Carolina, so mountain views come standard. Two solid restaurants, a spa on the third floor, and the most pet-friendly policy in the business (a baby goat has checked in) round out a hotel that earns its place as Asheville's most design-forward address.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
Corner Suite
Corner placement means windows on two sides and panoramic views of both the city and the Blue Ridge Mountains. A proper living area with a sofa separates the sleeping space from the rest. The art collection here is more extensive than in standard rooms.
KingEssential King Room
The entry-level room, but don't read too much into that. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame downtown Asheville and Blue Ridge Mountain views. Warm wood tones, marble, and brass set the tone, with original ironwork above the bed by local artist Catherine Murphy of Haw Creek Forge. Frette Italian sheets, a yoga mat, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries are all standard.
King
Luxury Suite
The top-tier option. Extra lounge space, incredibly comfortable sofas and chairs, and what the hotel calls a 'next-level luxury bath' — think deep soaking, serious finishes, and room to stretch out. The art collection goes even deeper than the Corner Suite. If you're celebrating something, this is the call.
King
Queen/Queen Room
Two queen beds make this the go-to for friends traveling together or families. Same design DNA as the rest of the hotel — velvet textures, European oak, local art — with the added flexibility of two beds and mountain or city views through large windows.
Two QueensStudio King
A slightly more open layout that feels like a proper urban loft. The design language is consistent throughout — lush leathers, warm woods, local art — with sightlines that make the space feel larger than the square footage suggests.
KingThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
An in-hotel delivery option for snacks and room essentials — no need to leave the room to satisfy a late-night craving.
Free bike rentals for guests to explore downtown Asheville and surrounding neighborhoods. Practical for getting to the River Arts District or along local trails.
A complimentary evening social event — a Kimpton brand tradition that gives guests a chance to mingle over drinks. Guests consistently call it out as a highlight.
A curated vinyl collection in the lobby seating area with a working record player. Guests can pick records and play DJ — a genuinely fun and unexpected touch.
Eight meeting rooms totaling more than 3,000 square feet. Capacity for up to 150 guests reception-style or 90 for a banquet. Catering menus and floor plans available on the hotel site.
Every room comes stocked with a yoga mat for guests who want to stretch or practice without heading to the gym.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Complimentary WiFi in rooms and public areas for IHG One Rewards members. Available throughout the property.
$20 + tax ($21.40 inclusive) per night. Includes a $20 daily F&B credit usable at Bargello or District 42, and 15% off the Arras Escape 60-minute massage. Credits cannot be combined; voucher must be presented at redemption.
Members get guaranteed best rates, early check-in/late checkout access, complimentary WiFi, a $30 spa credit at participating hotels, and discounts on room upgrades. Sign up free at ihg.com.
There is no swimming pool on the property.
An outdoor patio area off District 42 with views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Also features an outdoor fireplace.
No fee, no deposit, no size or weight limit, no limit on number of pets. Any animal that fits in the elevator is welcome. Past guests have brought cats, rabbits, gerbils, turtles, and a baby goat.
Daily housekeeping is standard.
Round-the-clock front desk with luggage storage and express check-out available.
On-site valet parking at $32 USD per day. No self-park option is mentioned.
A 24-hour gym with treadmills, rowing machines, and Peloton bikes. No pool on property.
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