Places to stayWinston-Salem, NC
Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG
Hotel, 4-star51 East 4th street, Winston-Salem, NC, United StatesShow on map
Fabulous
Guests rate it highest for location, food and service.
8.8429Reviews- Check-in from 4:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.3 out of 10, at 51 East 4th street.
- Parking on siteAvailable at a charge the property sets.
Luxurious Accommodations in Historic Setting
Kimpton Cardinal Hotel, housed in the iconic R.J. Reynolds building, offers a blend of history and modern luxury in downtown Winston-Salem.
Sophisticated Amenities
Indulge in the hotel's fitness center, in-room spa services, and recreational activities. Unwind in rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs, minibars, and luxurious bathrooms with complimentary toiletries.
What this place offers
- Fitness facilities
- WiFi available
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Business center
Rooms
8.8
Fabulous
Rated 8.8 out of 10 by 429 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness7.8
- Service9.3
- Location9.3
- Rooms8.3
- Amenities8.3
- Value8.8
- Food & drink9.3
Guests mention
Friendly staffGreat locationDelicious food
DianneUnited StatesIf we are ever in Winston-Salem again, we would stay at the Cardinal.
Breakfast was terrific! Portions were appropriate, ingredients fresh, everything we had was fabulous. I had a cheese plate for dinner and my husband had oysters-both superb!
TAXUnited StatesHORRIBLE STAY
The staff was very rude & unprofessional. The facility is old & outdated. DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY on horrible service.
RebeccaPRSad to see it going downhill
Style, location, recreation room
Dirty room, couldn’t cool down room, no linens for pull-out even though we were 4 people, no refresh of mini bar
DIDIERFranceParfait …. À partir du 10ème !
Le restaurant et le confort de la chambre
Une chambre au quatrième juste au dessus des moteurs … probablement de climatisation qui ont fait beaucoup de bruit toute la nuit.
kristiUnited StatesI will be returning back to The Cardinal again and again!
Love this boutique, well located small cozy hotel. The restaurant and bar is fantastic.
The views from several rooms are less to be desired however the rooms themselves are sizable with great bathrooms.
DonDKVery good hotel
Iconic building and well run. VERY convenient and free parking in the deck behind the hotel.
It was the second time I was in a handicapped room. Those rooms are not proportional. And the shower does not drain well. Water…
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
51 East 4th street, Winston-Salem, NC, United States
Guests rate the location 9.3 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 4:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Paid parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Please note: Kimpton Hotels considers 10 or more rooms a group. Kimpton Hotels reserves the right to cancel 10 or more rooms booked online. Please contact the hotel directly if you are booking 10 or more rooms. Please note that breakfast package reservations are allowed breakfast for a maximum of two persons sharing a room. Please see the below alert for The Cardinal Hotel in Winston-Salem. The restaurant is closed effective immediately and will open once the problem is resolved. This is a city wide issue, unfortunately. Crews are working diligently to repair the 24-inch water main, and updates will be shared when available. The previously sent water main issue has been resolved😊 Please be advised that we have received the “Green Light – ALL CLEAR” from the city and on-property water test results! Kimpton Cardinal Hotel will be reopening today for arrivals starting at 4PM (standard check-in time)!!! The Katharine Brassiere & Bar will also reopen for dinner service at that time.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- The pet fee and any size limit, which is where these bookings usually come apart.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG
What time is check-in and check-out at Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG?
Check-in is from 4:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG?
Yes — parking is available on site at a charge the property sets. We check the rate and whether a space can be reserved against your dates.
Is breakfast included at Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 4:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Kimpton Cardinal Hotel by IHG?
51 East 4th street, Winston-Salem, NC.
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