Your stay — Relax Inn
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Money & Currency
Get a travel card →US Dollar, USD
Use ATMs from major banks like Bank of America or Wells Fargo for the best rates; avoid currency exchange booths at Charlotte Douglas Airport, which charge poor rates and high fees.
Credit and debit cards are widely accepted everywhere, including contactless payments; mobile pay works at most terminals and shops, but some small vendors or food trucks may be cash-only.
Tip 15-20% at sit-down restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, $2-3 per ride for taxis or rideshares, and $1-2 per bag for hotel porters; not expected but appreciated in quick-service cafes.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Drip coffee from a gas station or fast-food chain costs around $2.00-2.50; convenience store cups run about $1.50.
A fast-food combo meal (burger, fries, drink) costs about $8.00-10.00; supermarket deli sandwiches run $5.00-7.00.
A main course at an American casual-dining chain like Chili's or Applebee's costs $12.00-16.00; a value menu meal runs $6.00-8.00.
Food trucks occasionally pop up near the University area or on N Tryon Street, but street food is not a strong scene here; most budget eats come from fast food or grocery hot bars.
Common budget supermarkets are Food Lion, Aldi, and Walmart Neighborhood Market—all present within a few minutes' drive in the 28213 area.
Affordable shopping options include Walmart and Target for basics, plus discount stores like Ross or T.J. Maxx; there's no market district nearby.
The cheapest way around is CATS bus day pass ($4.40); from Charlotte Douglas Airport, a single LYNX Blue Line light rail trip to uptown costs $2.20, but you'll need a shuttle or bus from the terminal to the nearest station (often a $2.00 bus ride).
Buy groceries and cook instead of eating out every meal—meal prepping is common; use the CATS app for discounted multi-ride passes; fill your own water bottle from tap (Charlotte tap water is safe).
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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 Relax Inn
🕒 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 Relax Inn?
Check-in at Relax Inn is from null. Check-out is by null.
Where can I eat cheaply near Relax Inn?
A fast-food combo meal (burger, fries, drink) costs about $8.00-10.00; supermarket deli sandwiches run $5.00-7.00.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Relax Inn?
The cheapest way around is CATS bus day pass ($4.40); from Charlotte Douglas Airport, a single LYNX Blue Line light rail trip to uptown costs $2.20, but you'll need a shuttle or bus from the terminal to the nearest station (often a $2.00 bus ride).
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.