🇺🇸 Charlotte, United States
Courtyard
📍 800, West Arrowood Road, Charlotte, 28217
Your stay — Courtyard
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Money & Currency
Get a travel card →US Dollar, USD
Use ATMs from major banks (Bank of America, Wells Fargo) for the best rates; avoid currency exchange desks at Charlotte Douglas Airport or tourist spots as they give poor rates.
Credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex) are widely accepted; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) work at most terminals and shops.
Restaurants: 15-20% pretax for table service. Taxis/ride shares: 10-15%. Hotel staff: $1-2 per bag for porters, $2-5 per night for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee from a gas station convenience store runs about $2.00; a drip coffee from a chain coffee shop is $2.50-$3.00.
A fast-food combo meal (burger, fries, drink) costs around $8-$10; food court Chinese or Mexican lunch specials are $7-$9.
A main dish at a casual diner or pub is $12-$16; pizza by the slice (2 slices + drink) is about $10.
Area 28217 has few dedicated street food zones; food trucks appear near office parks on weekdays (lunch, $8-$12 per item), and farmers markets on weekends.
Aldi and Food Lion are the common budget supermarkets; Walmart Neighborhood Market also has competitive prices.
Thrift stores (Goodwill, Salvation Army) and discount outlets (like T.J. Maxx) are the main budget options; no cheap high-street market nearby.
The cheapest way around is the CATS bus ($2.20 single fare, but day pass is $4.40). From Charlotte Douglas Airport, take the CATS Sprinter bus Route 5 to the city centre for $2.20; rideshares are $20-$30 to this area.
1) Use the CATS day pass ($4.40) instead of rideshares. 2) Shop at Aldi for groceries rather than local convenience stores. 3) Look for early bird or happy hour specials at casual restaurants (often 4-7pm, discounting appetisers and drinks).
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Emergency Contacts
CharlotteFor non-emergency police matters in Charlotte, call 704-336-7600. The main hospital is Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center. The Poison Control Hotline is 1-800-222-1222.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Charlotte, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Courtyard
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Charlotte Transportation Center (CTC) → AC Hotel by Marriott Charlotte City Center (via JW Clay Station)
💡 The Gold Line is a free streetcar linking the CTC to uptown. Get off at the JW Clay stop—the hotel is 2 blocks east. Great for short hops, but don't count on it for airport connections; you still need the bus first.
Charlotte Douglas Airport (Bus Stop at Terminal 3) → Charlotte Transportation Center (CTC)
💡 The bus drops you at CTC, a 5-minute walk from the hotel. Exact change or the CATS-Pass app required—no card payments on board. Cheapest option, but luggage space limited.
Charlotte Transportation Center (CTC) → AC Hotel by Marriott Charlotte City Center (via 7th Street Station)
💡 Don't take the train from the airport directly—it doesn't. Use Route 5 bus to CTC, then hop on the Blue Line one stop to 7th Street. The hotel is a 3-minute walk south on North Tryon.
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) → AC Hotel by Marriott Charlotte City Center
💡 Use the official taxi queue outside baggage claim on the lower level. Avoid touts inside—Uber and Lyft often charge less (£20–£25) but wait times can be longer during peak arrivals.
About Charlotte
Wikipedia ↗
Charlotte Amalie ( SHAR-lət ə-MAH-lee(-ə); Danish: [ʃɑˈlʌtʰə ɑˈmɑːljə]), on Saint Thomas, is the capital and largest town of the U.S. Virgin Islands. It is on the island's southern shore at the head of Charlotte Amalie Harbor. The town is known for its historic sites, Danish colonial architecture, h...
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Courtyard?
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Where can I eat cheaply near Courtyard?
A fast-food combo meal (burger, fries, drink) costs around $8-$10; food court Chinese or Mexican lunch specials are $7-$9.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Courtyard?
The cheapest way around is the CATS bus ($2.20 single fare, but day pass is $4.40). From Charlotte Douglas Airport, take the CATS Sprinter bus Route 5 to the city centre for $2.20; rideshares are $20-$30 to this area.
Top Attractions in Charlotte
💡 Check the schedule for free outdoor concerts and yoga sessions in summer. The splash pad runs May–September, best for families. Walk a block north to see the mural wall on 7th Street.
💡 Enter from East Boulevard for the best trailhead. The lake loop is about 1.5 miles, flat and shaded. Free parking on side streets if lots are full.
💡 Free admission on Sundays. The Rock House tour costs extra but shows original interior details like hand-carved beams.
💡 Free entry to grounds and gardens year-round. Best in April for blooming wisteria and azaleas. Guided house tours cost $10 but worth it for the original slave cabin and outbuildings context.
💡 Entry is free; activities like whitewater rafting or ziplining cost extra. Arrive by 9am on weekends for parking. The Deep River Trail offers a solid 5-mile loop without fees.