Hotels in SouthPark Mall, North Carolina

SouthPark Mall Introduction

The largest shopping mall in the Carolinas, the sprawling SouthPark Mall in Charlotte, North Carolina offers an upscale retail experience. Situated 6 miles south of downtown Charlotte, the mall was a pioneering project when it opened in 1970. Spanning over 1.6 million square feet, it features 150 stores, including international designer brands such as Burberry and Louis Vuitton, plus national brands like Sears, Neiman Marcus and Tiffany & Co. Nearby you'll find Symphony Park, a 13-minute walk away, while Phillips Place, a smaller Old World-style mall with speciality shops, cinema and upmarket restaurants is a mile away.

Hotels near SouthPark Mall

The top hotels close to the SouthPark Mall are in the south Charlotte district of SouthPark. The mid-range DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotels Charlotte SouthPark is an 11-minute walk to the mall and offers comfortable suites with kitchenettes, a restaurant and bar, and an outdoor pool. Hampton Inn and Suites - SouthPark at Phillips Place is less than 10 minutes' walk from the stores, and is a good all-round property with bright, airy rooms, free breakfast and parking, plus an outdoor pool and a gym. The swish Renaissance Charlotte SouthPark features upmarket rooms, a stylish restaurant and an indoor pool.

Where to stay near SouthPark Mall

SouthPark Mall is located in the affluent district of SouthPark and features a number of hotels, most within walking distance of SouthPark Mall. Morrison Boulevard lies a few minutes north of the mall and you'll find a mix of mid-range and upmarket chain hotels there. To the west of the main shopping area is Barclay Downs Drive, which has a large and rather swanky 4-star hotel, plus several restaurants and cafes around the Piedmont Row Drive area. For a mix of budget inns and mid-range hotel chains, head 3 miles west of SouthPark Mall to Westpark Drive.

Things to see near SouthPark Mall

A mile from SouthPark Mall is Phillips Place, a smaller indoor shopping center which features specialty shops, upmarket restaurants and a popular new-release cinema. For more mainstream attractions, head to downtown Charlotte, 6 miles north of SouthPark, where you can learn about post-Civil War history at the iconic Levine Museum or visit the NASCAR Hall of Fame, home of stock car racing memorabilia. There are several golf courses and country clubs within 6 miles of SouthPark, including Cedarwood Country Club. Carowinds theme park is a 10-mile drive southeast, just on the border of South Carolina.

How to get to SouthPark Mall

Located 3.5 miles from I-77, SouthPark Mall is best reached by car and offers an abundance of on-site parking. The Mall can also be reached by public transport from downtown Charlotte. There are several bus services available, including the number 20 and 39 from Charlotte Transportation Center. Each take around 20-30 minutes. Charlotte Douglas International Airport is 10.5 miles northwest of SouthPark Mall and is 20 minutes by car or a 50-minute journey by public bus. The shops of Phillips Place are a 15-minute stroll away on foot.