The Duke Mansion

This place is the stuff of dreams and I have been looking for a reason to go and I finally had one with the etiquette of High Tea. The tea was lovely and it was a great refresher. I would love to attend again one day soon.

Always a delightful venue for an event ~ from a holiday gathering to cocktails in the gardens. If you get an opportunity to spend time in this 1915 gorgeous mansion, in the heart of historic Myers Park, don't hesitate. Go!

I had several hours between a conference and a flight. I called the mansion and asked if I could come check out the grounds. They were so welcoming and inviting, I decided it was a good place to enjoy the serenity before travel. The mansion is beautiful and the grounds are amazing. I was able to walk the grounds & visit the various areas. The absolutely most fragrant roses I've ever encountered! Several nooks to sit back, relax and take in nature. It started to mist a bit, so I relaxed on the porch in a rocking chair. I hope to stay next time I visit Charlotte- what a hidden beauty!

Stayed one night in the hotel while I was in town for a bicycle race. Great service, very spacious room and I had my own porch swing. They tell you to take the elevator up but the stairs are so much nicer and really put you back in time to when it was still a private house. Wish I had more time to explore the grounds. Bacon at the included breakfast was perfect. I'll stay her again when I return to charlotte.

Fabulous location, accommodation, and grounds! Really beautiful, hidden gem. Walk the garden paths. Check out the common areas. Loved our room. I would definitely go back. Shower was a little weird and bathroom floor gets flooded, because of the angle, but still loved the place and the nice people who work there.

Ambiance! Ambiance! Ambiance! I was invited to a Educators Brunch and it was lovely, the food was delicious and the decor around the mansion is breathtaking! I highly recommend you stay or visit the Dukes Mansion.

It was our first day and first time in Charlotte and we were looking for a different experience for our stay so we chose the Duke Mansion.The most important thing you should know (that we didn't) is that hotel guests are 2nd class to any events that take place here. Period. There are only 20 rooms and they probably do not generate enough income to sustain the facility. Although room rentals are likely essential to fill out the Duke's overall budget during nonevent times, you will feel marginalized during your stay here if an event is taking place. Apparently there are many.We were unfortunately here during an event and basically relegated to staying in our room lest experience the unwelcoming glares of party goers towards us interlopers or potential party crashers (It happened). There was no where to go downstairs anyway as everything was closed off. Kind of reminded me of having to stay in my room as a kid during my parents "for adults only" parties. We booked the facility more than a month in advance but were notified of the event only a week prior and could not economically change our plans. In hindsight we should have canceled because we were not able to enjoy the property and the Duke did nothing special for the significant disruption of our stay.I am a history buff and relish in the opportunity to stay in a unique, historical property. But staying at The Duke is not exactly a "night at the Museum" as much as "a night at Grandma's"... and after she's slathered on Vick's Vapo Rub. The room was unbearably musty and smelled off. A heavy rain passed through the area a few days prior and I suspect mold issues. The room furniture is an old and eclectic mix of periods and does not illicit a feel of being somewhere special. Maybe other rooms are appointed better. They really should just drop this granny chic look and update all the rooms like they did in the bathrooms which were nicely done except for the water pressure. Overall there is a significant amount of wear at the Duke that the wide photos don't show. This wear and tear would be fine if it was say Paul Reveres house in Boston built in 1680 and has been authentically preserved. But the Duke was built in 1915 and has gone through many owners and modernized remodels here and there. If elements are not truly original (I.e. walls are newer drywall not original lath and plaster) everything should be in tip top shape. Even original architecture should be better cared for. I was expecting a miniature version of the Huntington Library with some antique books to browse through but saw basically a large sized community book swap in the library. So if not historical, if not nicely updated, what exactly is the point here?I respect the fact that this property reflects local history that should be preserved. But to subject guests to a 2nd class experience during events and smelly rooms that need care demonstrates little B&B hospitality - it's more of a northern carpet bagger vibe. Is that the experience and legacy they want guests like us to leave with? I wonder what Buck would make of it all.We paid $258/ night, one Monday night off season. It was a king room, 3rd floor, rm 312. Breakfast was included. Breakfast was outstanding, excellent food and service. I might return for that experience alone if they offered it. And because of the breakfast, overall for that price point, a stay here might be acceptable to some if no event is taking place.But ultimately if you are looking for a unique historical stay you really won't find it here. The rooms are a hodgepodge of worn antique and partially updated. They should update all the rooms (fix mold and plumbing issues) and focus the historic look and experience in the common areas starting with a first class library. What else would one really want to do here but unwind and read a special antique book by the fire, on the porch, or in the garden? Visit the grounds during the day, get breakfast if they offer it alone, but an overnight stay will leave you disappointed.

I attended a beautiful Veterans Day service at the Duke Mansion. It was first class. Afterwards, we walked around the gardens which were still lovely in November. It is an awesome place!

The Pretty Girls Alliance Royal Tea was spectacular. The mansion is beautiful and the service was amazing. Thank you for a wonderful experience.

The Duke Mansion is a lovely gem tucked away in the heart of Charlotte. Convenient to get anywhere in town. Our room was spacious and well maintained, however, they are not equal so make sure you are specific in making your reservation. Would recommend to anyone staying in the area. I would love to give this 5 stars but the staff is lacking. It is actually impressive that they can still say rooms will not be cleaned "due to COVID" with a straight face. Awkward excuse for poor management.