The Best Eco Friendly Boutique Hotels in North Carolina in 2026

This eco-friendly hotel in Midtown Greensboro, North Carolina is a shining example of alternative takes on luxury accommodation. A fully independent offering made from recycled materials, there’s an old-meets-new vibe here that pretty much sums up the hotel’s entire thing. We’re talking old-school hospitality standards in a new space strapped into the latest in sustainable design. The building’s facade would look elegant in any century, featuring large, square windows with bold frames. It’s post-industrial without any actual industry. In many ways it’s the Greek art student from Common People of… > Read Our Full Review

In an emerging destination like Asheville, it can be difficult to find a boutique hotel that feels established but not out-of-touch, but this Downtown fixture has it all. As one of the hotels that set Asheville’s popularity in stone, it’s cool without feeling trendy, paying loving tribute to the old factory building’s past. You’ll feel the palpable romance of old brick and unique stairways that gleam with some kind of post-industrial elegance. It’s not just a lot of references to steel production, however. This boutique hotel does an impeccable job… > Read Our Full Review

This culture-forward site in Downtown Durham,North Carolina is yet another iteration of 21c Museum’s boutique hotel concept. The museum/hotel/chic dining spot concept isn’t super unique, but the Louisville, Kentucky-originated 21c is definitely the leader of the pack. Buildings are typically sleek, stylish and contemporary, and their Durham branch is no exception. It feels almost like an iconic skyscraper, despite, or perhaps because of, the brand’s brightly-colored penguins perched on the sides like a bunch of adorable gargoyles. There’s definitely a sense of being wrapped up in Downtown, with the bustle… > Read Our Full Review

The StateView Hotel sits in a gorgeous green area of Southwest Raleigh and offers peace and relaxation but with easy access to lots of nearby activities. The location is one of the best parts, actually, the proximity to green spaces a nice way to experience how Raleigh is far more in touch with nature than most cities. The StateView itself is part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection, and so has more than a tinge of corporate. It’s also a bit bigger than most of our favorite hotels. If you want an… > Read Our Full Review