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The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

4.0 star property
Inn with free parking, steps from Eno Gallery

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The Colonial Inn-Hillsborough offers a charming retreat near The Shops at Daniel Boone and Ayr Mount. Guests love the attentive staff, outdoor firepit, and dining at Brunch in Event Center. Free WiFi, lobby coffee, and coworking spaces keep everyone connected and productive.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$250
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec

Room options

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Top Floor)

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Top Floor)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down comforter
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down comforter
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down comforter
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down comforter
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down comforter
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible, Non Smoking

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible, Non Smoking

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible, Non Smoking

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down comforter
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Corner

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Corner

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Corner

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down comforter
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down comforter
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Non Smoking

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Non Smoking

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down comforter
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
153 W King St, Hillsborough, NC, 27278

What's nearby

  • Eno Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hillsborough Visitors Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ayr Mount - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Duke University - 18 min drive - 22.2 km

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 17 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Weaver Street Market - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tokyo Express - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Upscale inn near Eno Gallery
Located close to Ayr Mount and Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area, The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel provides a firepit, a coffee shop/cafe and a bar. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Brunch in Event Center, the on-site restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free property and coworking spaces
  • Wedding services, coffee/tea in reception and 1 meeting room
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel offer perks, such as premium bedding, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and free bottled water. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Rainfall showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 52-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • A personal chef, highchairs and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 3 metres
  • Street parking available
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Brunch in Event Center

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • High chair

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 52-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Chef service
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Management fee: USD 10.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

The Colonial Hillsborough
The Colonial Inn Hillsborough
The Colonial Inn-Hillsborough Inn
The Colonial Inn-Hillsborough Hillsborough
The Colonial Inn-Hillsborough Inn Hillsborough

Frequently asked questions

Is The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

As of 8 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel on 7 Dec 2025 start from AU$234.76, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Hillsborough, this inn is within 1 mi (2 km) of Eno Gallery and Ayr Mount. Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area and Eno River State Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 217 out of 261 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 261 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 261 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 261 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 261 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hope

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Beautiful property and area!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loyd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is wonderful, close to many restaurants, and has a great history. This is our second visit and come back again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Horst

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Indowntown Hillsborough this hotel is a perfect stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place with a friendly staff and nice accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jannett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

The staff was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was so nice and very polite the rooms were very clean, definitely will be coming back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy walk to all the lovely spots in historic downtown Hillsborough!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely place with excellent service.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
beautiful setting and a lovely Inn with charm and unique features
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely hotel that is one of the cleanest I have seen in a long long time. Friendly staff and deserts that look fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Weyman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Superb inn. Well run.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was darling with a rich history. Our room was clean and the staff was incredibly kind and accommodating. We will stay again next time we are in town.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning, amazing atmosphere, friendly staff..we are in awe! Such a great experience at a beautifully renovated historical treasure!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historical location! Beautiful in the property and the historic downtown. Quick and very polite check-in.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome staff!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This beautiful 200-year old in is perfect for a stay in the Hillsborough area. Great location, good food/drink, excellent staff. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owners and staff were very good. Also their toiletry products are very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Beautiful rooms. Very friendly staff. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay was for 2 nights. The room was very clean and I love the patio right outside the door. The staff was great and everyone was very friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hillsborough Gem

Cozy stay at this beautiful place. Spacious and clean rooms. Bed was super comfortable. Nice common space seating, restaurant and tavern as part of the complex. Easy walking to shopping, restaurants and river walk. Service was exceptional and everyone was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Modern amenities within a charming historical building. Nice outdoor spaces to relax. Ideal, walkable location, friendly helpful staff. Will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historical hotel with expansive wrap around balcony. The bathroom is updated and very upscale. The room maintained historical ambience while providing modern comfort. The bar is fantastic with many draft options and creative cocktail menu. We didn’t eat at the restaurant but it was full of locals. This is the place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024