Hotel Aloft Raleigh (Raleigh, USA)

This property is very new and has been decorated to a very high standard. It has an industrial feel about it and is a very trendy hotel to stay in. As it is so new the guestrooms and public spaces are immaculate. The housekeeping team work hard to keep everywhere clean to a high standard.

The lounge bar here serves a good selection of drinks and also has a pool table and selection of board games. It’s a great place to meet up with other people at the end of the day and has a very sociable atmosphere to it. There is a gym on-site for those wanting to work out whilst enjoying their stay.

The hotel allows dogs and goes out of its way to make them welcome too. There is a park just across the street that is very convenient to take them out for walks whilst you are there.

Guestrooms are on the small side. They offer enough space for a short stay but if you were wanting somewhere for a long-term basis this may not be the best property for you.

Parking is not included in the price of the room and you will have to pay extra for it. There are a couple of different areas you can use to leave your car but at times may find it difficult to find a spot. There seems to be confusion about whether there is a valet service at this property, with guests being told there is one available but then struggling to find anyone on duty.

Situated in close proximity to the university some noise may be heard from the student residences nearby.