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The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Eno Gallery

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Restaurant
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking
Exterior
Front of property
Property amenity

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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153 W King St, Hillsborough, NC, 27278
  • Place, Orange County Historical Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Eno Gallery
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hillsborough Visitors Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Top Floor)

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Top Floor)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible, Non Smoking

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Corner

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Corner

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Non Smoking

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Hillsborough

City center stay.Stay at this Hillsborough hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Eno Gallery and 2 miles (3 km) of Ayr Mount. Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area and Eno River State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Orange County Historical Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Eno Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hillsborough Visitors Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Burwell School Historic Site - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ayr Mount - 2 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 17 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Weaver Street Market - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Willie's Pizzeria & Restaurant - ‬17 min walk

About this property

The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

4-star hotel near Eno Gallery
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a meeting room and coworking spaces.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A vending machine, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Hillsborough hotel is smoke free.

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers 28 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 52-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries.

This Hillsborough hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • High chair

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 52-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Chef service
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Contactless check-in available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property is also known as

The Colonial Hillsborough

The Colonial Inn Hillsborough

The Colonial Inn-Hillsborough Inn

The Colonial Inn-Hillsborough Hillsborough

The Colonial Inn-Hillsborough Inn Hillsborough

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel to the airport?

The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel is 27.2 mi (34-min drive) away from the Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

As of May 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel on Jun 17, 2026 start from CA $186, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel.

Does The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel have a pool?

The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel to downtown Hillsborough?

The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Hillsborough.

The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 231 out of 283 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 283 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 283 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 283 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 283 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Thomas M

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great, the room was very clean and so nice! We loved the shower and the bed was super comfy!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fine location in a pleasant town, and the accommodations were excellent, including the friendly, helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was great. Very clean. The staff was absolutely amazing! 10 out of 10!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved the location and the design of the buildings. It’s lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

patrick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great except that the bar and restaurant were hoth closed and that was a key selling point for us
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana Blair

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William, Hillsborough

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying here for our anniversary and will probably make it an annual occurrence. The hotel is right downtown and near restaurants, and parking is right in front. If you want to stay in a hotel from the 1700s in Hillsborough, then this is the place to go.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lanny

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the check in, the staff here is so friendly! The property is historic and amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William, Durham

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint and comfortable rooms. Well appointed!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hope

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Beautiful property and area!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, Nostalgic, Sublime!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy and great check in procedure.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Carolyn J

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blake

Stayed 1 night in May 2025