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The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Eno Gallery

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Escape to the charming Colonial Inn-Hillsborough, nestled near The Shops at Daniel Boone and Ayr Mount. Cozy up by the firepit or enjoy a meal at Brunch in Event Center, where guests praise the helpful staff. Connect with free WiFi, grab coffee in the lobby or explore coworking spaces.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Meeting room
  • Concierge services
  • Wedding services
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Free self parking
  • Highchair
$134 nightly
The total price is $152
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Top Floor) | Premium bedding, down comforters, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, down comforters, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, down comforters, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, down comforters, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, down comforters, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, down comforters, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Corner | Premium bedding, down comforters, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Corner

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, down comforters, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Non Smoking

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, down comforters, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
153 W King St, Hillsborough, NC, 27278

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

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Weaver Street Market - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tokyo Express - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel puts you within a 15-minute drive of Duke University Hospital. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 28 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free secured, covered onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Free offsite parking within 10 ft
    • Street parking available
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private dining

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Coworking spaces

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Television in common areas
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 52-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Chef
  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Highchair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Mobile key entry
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - restaurant. Reservations are required.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Policies

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.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.

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

Are pets allowed at The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking.

Are there restaurants at or near The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel like?

The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel is in the heart of Hillsborough, a short 5-minute walk from Hillsborough Visitors Center and 2 minutes' walk from Eno Gallery. Travelers say this hotel is in a good location.

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Reviews

The Colonial Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The dining experience was great with friendly staff and delicious food, especially at the cozy pub and outdoor seating. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

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.
William, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is the second time I've stayed there, and the staff are always great. The room was clean and beautiful, and you can't beat the location. I can't wait to go back.
Tomara, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is wonderful, close to many restaurants, and has a great history. This is our second visit and come back again.
Loyd, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and friendly staff made for an enjoyable stay.
Edward, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was lovely, the staff was helpful and friendly, and you can't beat the location for a visit to Hillsborough.
Alexandra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place with a friendly staff and nice accommodations.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful, historic building nestled within the sweet little downtown of Hillsborough. Staff was so incredibly friendly, check in was easy, and room service was divine. Beautiful rooms and steps away from locally owned shops.
Jan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We enjoyed the small garden area to walk around.
LUZ, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

great small town stay

very clean /nice room/friendly people/good food!
michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay

The staff was amazing!
Theresa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nicely renovated, with lots of history and extremely pleasant staff and management. Great food too!
Peter, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay! Super friendly staff. Clean rooms. Great little town!
Kristen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Charming and Historic

a charming and comfortable inn in a historic town.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everyone was so nice and very polite the rooms were very clean, definitely will be coming back.
Cody, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A lovely place with excellent service.
Laurie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice room. Heat didn't work.
john, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is a lovely hotel that is one of the cleanest I have seen in a long long time. Friendly staff and deserts that look fantastic!
Julia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved my stay. Was able to park directly in the front every night. Was super quiet and comfortable and clean.
Juleanna, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property was darling with a rich history. Our room was clean and the staff was incredibly kind and accommodating. We will stay again next time we are in town.
Rebecca, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A home away from home!

This property is a must to add to your list of stays. Outstanding Inn and local shops and and restaurants. Excellent all around. Staff were all extremely friendly. Make sure you visit the restaurant and bar located inside. The bartender Oz is super cool!!!
James, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely stunning, amazing atmosphere, friendly staff..we are in awe! Such a great experience at a beautifully renovated historical treasure!!
Stacey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Historical location! Beautiful in the property and the historic downtown. Quick and very polite check-in.
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was lovely and recently renovated. The staff was very nice. Walkable to all important areas in the town.
Lynn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best cinnamon roll!

Excellent overnight stay on our road trip. Good location. Make sure you have a cinnamon roll in the morning!
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I’ve stayed at the Colonial Inn numerous times, and it never fails to meet my expectations. It’s a clean, convenient, and unique hotel ina gorgeous small town. Highly recommend.
Michael, 1-night trip