In the 13 years since we made our first visit to Asheville NC, this burgeoning Blue Ridge Mountains metropolis has grown by leaps and bounds.
From charming B&Bs and historic inns to cabin rentals, there are countless options for accommodations around town, including around 80 different hotels in the Asheville metropolitan area.
If you’re looking for upscale boutique hotels in Asheville, that list gets a lot shorter.
And if you want a place also that’s dog-friendly, with extended stay options, situated right in the heart of downtown, there’s only one place that fits the bill.
The Elevation Lofts Hotel is located in a 100-year-old historic building on Broadway, just a few blocks away from Pack Square Park, the Mast General Store, and some of the best restaurants Asheville has to offer.
Read on for our guide to visiting this relatively new “urban luxe” hotel, including details on accommodations, amenities, and fun things to do nearby.
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Elevation Lofts Info
ADDRESS: 52 Broadway Street, Asheville NC, 28801
PHONE: (828) 761-7742
EMAIL: [email protected]
ACCOMODATIONS: This luxurious modern hotel in Downtown Asheville offers 6 uniquely designed loft units, including four with 2BR/2BA, one with 3BR/2BA, and one 2-level unit with 4BR/4.5BA, all of which offer extended stay options. Each space blends contemporary comfort with historic character, designed for refined, residential-style stays.
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Elevation Lofts History
It somehow seems both ironic and appropriate that one of the most upscale boutique hotels in Downtown Asheville is housed in a building with over 100 years of history.
Built during the same decade of explosive growth in Asheville that saw the rise of iconic landmarks such as the Flatiron Building, Grove Arcade, and Jackson Building, the property at 52 Broadway has been a fixture of the area since 1923.
This early 20th century boom saw the neighborhood evolve from industrial to commercial to mixed use, with retail stores, bars and restaurants, and residential properties nearby.
An array of different businesses have been housed at 52 Broadway over the past century, from the Mills Cadillac Co. and the Farmers Federation Freezer Locker Plant to retail and antique stores and even an apartment space.
The historic building (which also houses the 15,000-sq ft Momentum Gallery on the first 2 floors) was renovated extensively in 2021, with a thoroughly modern “urban luxe” design.
But you can still see loads of historic character on the higher floors, including exposed
original brick, soaring ceilings with original beams and rafters, and windows overlooking the other historic downtown Asheville buildings nearby.
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Elevation Lofts Units
Elevation Lofts is an extended stay hotel in Downtown Asheville that offers 6 rental units, including four with 2BR/2BA, one with 3BR/2BA, and one 2-level unit with 4BR/4.5BA.
Each unit’s unique floor plan was designed by Samsel Architects, and each unit has décor selected by Alchemy Design Studio, with much of the artwork coming from Momentum Gallery.
All of the lofts are dog-friendly, with non-refundable $200 pet fee.
Every unit has gorgeous hardwood floors on the main level, carpeting in upstairs bedrooms for those with mezzanine levels, gas fireplaces, custom walnut cabinets, soaring ceilings with exposed rafters, and colorful artwork on the walls.
Their 2BR units include either 1 King & 1 Queen or 2 Kings; the 3BR unit has a King, Queen, and bunk beds; and the 4BR has 2 Kings, 1 Queen, and 2 Twin beds (sleeps 8).
All bedrooms have TVs, alarm clock/charging station, and all linens and towels, while the bathrooms have hair dryers, magnifying mirrors, and paper products and toiletries.
The full kitchens include everything you could want to make meals, including fridge, microwave, cooktop, oven, dishwasher, toaster oven, drip and Keurig coffee makers, blender, hand mixer, pots and pans, cooking utensils, dinnerware, barware, and serving utensils.
They also offer helpful household items such as a broom, small vacuum, utility ladder, 2 sizes of pet bowls, step stools, and a toddler booster seat with a tray.
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Momentum Gallery
One of the more interesting aspects of Elevation Lofts is that they occupy the upper floors of the same building as the Momentum Gallery, which takes up the first two floors of the 52 Broadway building.
Widely regarded as one of the premier art galleries in the Southeastern US, this 15,000 sq ft gallery offers a mixture of contemporary and modern art, with an emphasis on emerging and mid-career artists.
Their fully accessible space is home to curated exhibitions that feature exceptional paintings, original prints, and innovative sculpture, which are refreshed regularly in both the primary spaces and smaller supporting galleries.
The gallery’s current exhibits include the 9th annual Small Works | Big Impact, featuring works in a variety of media by 25 artists (running through 2/7/26), and Paintings and Steel, featuring the work of painter Raymond Bonilla and blacksmith Rachel David (through 1/31/26).
They’re open Monday to Saturday from 10AM-6PM, and on Sunday from 11AM-6PM.
But they also have a partnership with Elevation Lofts, whose common areas and individual units also include an array of incredible artwork curated and installed by Momentum Gallery.
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Fun Things to Do Nearby
Tour the Biltmore Estate
After George Washington Vanderbilt II finished his Biltmore Estate in 1895, it became a popular retreat among early 20th century icons and Presidents William McKinley, Teddy Roosevelt, and Woodrow Wilson.
With 250 rooms encompassing over 135,000 sq ft, the historic landmark’s Châteauesque architecture, lushly landscaped gardens, and forestry initiatives have made it the most popular Asheville attraction.
There are numerous Biltmore tour options, included self-guided and audio tours of the house, gardens, winery, and rooftop. It’s an exceptional place to visit during Christmas in Asheville.
They also offer endless outdoor activities, ranging from biking, hiking, and kayaking to falconry, fly-fishing, horseback riding, and sporting clays.
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Explore Downtown Asheville Restaurants
Downtown Asheville has an astounding array of critically acclaimed restaurants.
Those seeking vegetarian, vegan, or just plain healthy food will have a wealth of options to choose from, from the Green Sage and Laughing Tree Cafes to Plant and Rosetta’s Kitchen & The Buchi Bar.
Looking for more exotic fare? Check out the award-winning Indian food at Chai Pani, the French fare of Bouchon, Korean restaurant Stone Bowl, and popular Ramen joint Futo Buta.
If you’re looking for chef-driven dining, foodies fawn over hotspots such as Katie Button’s Cúrate (tapas), Peter Pollay’s Posana (farm-to-table), and John Fleer’s Rhubarb.
But for good old-fashioned Appalachian food, check out Ashleigh Shanti’s Benne on Eagle, 12 Bones Smokehouse (the Obamas’ favorite), and the Tupelo Honey Cafe, one of the oldest restaurants in Asheville.
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Drive the Blue Ridge Parkway
The world-renowned Blue Ridge Parkway passes through Asheville, making it easy to explore the remarkable array of majestic mountains, lush valleys, and fertile forests that surround the city.
You won’t find any billboards, neon signs, restaurants, shopping centers, or other signs of commerce along the way. But there are loads of breathtaking Blue Ridge Parkway overlooks, not to mention many noteworthy landmarks.
A few of our favorites include Mount Mitchell (the highest point in NC), Pisgah National Forest, the Linville Gorge Wilderness, the Linn Cove Viaduct, and Grandfather Mountain State Park.
There are also plenty of BRP hiking trails to explore, many of which lead to wondrous waterfalls. Looking Glass Falls, Crabtree Falls, and Soco Falls are especially worth visiting, as are Craggy Gardens and the Alpine town of Little Switzerland. –by Bret Love; all hotel photos courtesy of Elevation Lofts
