What's it like in Optimist Park?

Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Charlotte's Optimist Park neighbourhood. Are you looking for Optimist Park travel tips? Make sure that you visit Optimist Hall and McGill Rose Garden while you're in the neighbourhood.

How many hotels will I be able to find in Optimist Park?

With 12 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Optimist Park to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Charlotte area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Optimist Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available in Optimist Park.

What are the top things to see and do in Optimist Park?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at McGill Rose Garden, Cordelia Park and Little Sugar Creek Greenway. Optimist Hall and Birdsong Brewing Co. are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Spectrum Center and Bank of America Stadium are some popular places to visit in the area around Optimist Park. McColl Center for Visual Art and Highland Park are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Charlotte.

How can I get around Optimist Park and the greater Charlotte area?

Looking for a quick way to explore more of the city? Catch a ride on metro transit at Parkwood Station and 25th Street Station.

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Kasa NoDa Charlotte

Optimist Park

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Comfort Suites near Birkdale Village- Huntersville

23.5 km from Optimist Park

Charles

RM400 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Mar - 9 Mar

SpringHill Suites Charlotte City Center

First Ward, 2 km from Optimist Park

Limica

RM650 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Mar - 16 Mar

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Lake Norman Huntersville, NC

23 km from Optimist Park

Shyava

RM464 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Mar - 16 Mar

Tru By Hilton Concord Charlotte

17.8 km from Optimist Park

Ryan

RM433 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Mar - 23 Mar

Comfort Suites Gastonia - Charlotte

29.5 km from Optimist Park

Tysheena

RM392 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Mar - 16 Mar

HYATT house Charlotte/Center City

Second Ward, 2.2 km from Optimist Park

Dajon

RM637 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Apr - 3 Apr

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlotte Matthews

13.1 km from Optimist Park

Douglas

RM362 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Mar - 23 Mar

Tru by Hilton Gastonia

29.9 km from Optimist Park

Kala

RM397 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Mar - 13 Mar

DoubleTree by Hilton Charlotte City Center

First Ward, 2 km from Optimist Park

Tara

RM632 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Apr - 3 Apr

Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Quality Inn Charlotte Airport

8.7 km from Optimist Park

Felix

RM304 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Mar - 18 Mar

Hyatt Place Charlotte Downtown

Second Ward, 2.4 km from Optimist Park

Angela

RM652 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Mar - 16 Mar

Courtyard by Marriott Charlotte Steele Creek

15.6 km from Optimist Park

Katherine

RM525 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Mar - 14 Mar

Element Charlotte Uptown

Second Ward, 2.9 km from Optimist Park

Sergio

RM593 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Mar - 16 Mar

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte - South End by IHG

Wilmore, 4.2 km from Optimist Park

Raphael

RM932 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Apr - 3 Apr

Hampton Inn & Suites Charlotte Airport Lake Pointe

9.7 km from Optimist Park

Kay

RM458 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Mar - 23 Mar

Comfort Suites Huntersville near Lake Norman

19.9 km from Optimist Park

Robert

RM381 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Mar - 23 Mar

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlotte Uptown

Second Ward, 2.3 km from Optimist Park

Natalie

RM468 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Apr - 3 Apr

Wingate by Wyndham Charlotte Airport I-85/I-485

10.7 km from Optimist Park

Ron

RM453 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Mar - 23 Mar

Omni Charlotte Hotel

Second Ward, 2.2 km from Optimist Park

Sarah

RM885 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Apr - 3 Apr

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Where to stay in Optimist Park

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Charlotte Center City showing outdoor art and modern architecture

Uptown Charlotte

Ample dining options, fascinating museums, and great live music are just a few top things to explore in Uptown Charlotte. A visit to Spectrum Center or Bank of America Stadium might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Tryon Street Tram Stop or Charlotte Transportation Center Station to get around town.

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Boardwalk along Lake Wylie, at McDowell Nature Preserve, in Char

Ballantyne

Travellers come to Ballantyne for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like The Amp Ballantyne and Reclining Bulls Statue while you're in town.

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SouthPark

SouthPark is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Phillips Place and SouthPark Mall.

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South End

When in South End and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Spectrum Center or Bank of America Stadium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at East-West Blvd Station or Bland Station.

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Second Ward

Noted for its theatres and museums, there's plenty to explore in Second Ward. Top attractions like NASCAR Hall of Fame and Queen City Quarter are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at 3rd St - Convention Center Station or Stonewall Station to see more of the city.

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