Hampton Inn Asheville-tunnel Rd.
A renovated Tunnel Road base near the Blue Ridge Mountains with an indoor heated pool and seamless check-in.
The verdict
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This Tunnel Road hotel serves as a convenient launchpad for exploring the Blue Ridge Mountains and Biltmore Estate. Guests appreciate the friendly staff, recent renovations, and leisure perks like the indoor heated pool and hot tub. However, reviewers complain about inconsistent breakfast quality and recurring annoyances like sheets slipping off the beds at night. 111719
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What travelers noticed
- Guests agree the property features friendly staff and a seamless check-in process starting at 3:00 p.m. 71411
- Reviewers praise the indoor heated pool, relaxing hot tub, and strong shower pressure from the Waterpik shower heads. 1713
- The Tunnel Road setting is consistently cited as a convenient base for exploring the Blue Ridge Mountains and Biltmore Estate. 1119
The catch
- Opinions are split on the complimentary breakfast, which some praise as well stocked and top notch while others dismiss as poor quality. drawn from the full read
- Guests disagree on overall value, with some finding it an affordable family option while others consider it overly priced compared to nearby alternatives. 18
Who it's for
- — Blue Ridge Mountain road trips
- — Families traveling with kids
- — Guests wanting an indoor pool and hot tub
Skip it if
- — Travelers seeking gourmet morning dining
- — Budget travelers wary of high peak nightly rates
- — Guests expecting scenic mountain views from the room
Seen on camera
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“The shower now yeah hey now shower has a waterpick shower head color so since this is my room we'll turn it on Stander s…”
youtube.com9:49“what about the staff at this hotel very friendly staff they got some of the best staff in the hospitality industry”
youtube.com10:40“The moment you walk in, you are hit with that genuine Southern hospitality that makes you feel right at home immediately…”
youtube.com0:38“From the moment you arrive, you will feel the ease of a seamless check-in process starting at 3:00 p.m. giving you plent…”
youtube.com0:34“not so much view I'll go back down the view is not that great up here just nature forest”
youtube.com12:01“From the delicious complimentary breakfast to start your morning right to the relaxing evenings spent unwinding in style…”
youtube.com1:50“The check-in process is seamless starting at 3:00 p.m., giving you plenty of time to settle in.”
youtube.com1:29“Whether you're visiting the Blue Ridge Mountains for a scenic getaway or traveling for business, this location serves as…”
youtube.com0:21“To ensure you start your day right, the hotel offers a delicious breakfast to fuel your morning activities, saving you t…”
youtube.com1:31“LED lights I like that oh yeah that's a nice aren't they this elevator has been very Tastefully redecorated I think watc…”
youtube.com7:00“you open the door and you see it's a very nice room it is indeed yes it is now we're going to take a look around this ro…”
youtube.com7:49“One of the biggest advantages here is the location. You are just a short drive away from the breathtaking views of the B…”
youtube.com0:31“I have occupied this room so you can see some of my stuff is on the bed got two clean beds with some of the stuff and th…”
youtube.com8:02“have to say this Andrea did one of the best Renovations in this hotel ever ever”
youtube.com11:25“The hotel features 57 well-appointed rooms designed to meet the needs of any traveler.”
youtube.com0:54“it was an awesome time of meeting Andrea and other fine staff members over at the Hampton in hotel on Tunnel Road in Ast…”
youtube.com0:00“as you can tell this is a very nice hotel and they have a wonderful staff let's take a look at the breakfast area while…”
youtube.com4:10“here's my battery charger got a nice sink it's a color sink”
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Paying $7 more direct is likely worthwhile if you value Hilton Honors points, status credit, or on-property benefits.
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Score breakdown
How the 92/100 is built, category by category — each one with the strongest thing travelers actually said, and the source it came from.
Bathroom
95Location
92- “I thought the hotel was nice, and the location was great (this is really what you are paying for), but not worth more than $250/night.” 4
- “Whether you're visiting the Blue Ridge Mountains for a scenic getaway or traveling for business, this location serves as the perfect home base for your adventures.” 190:21
Room
92- “I have occupied this room so you can see some of my stuff is on the bed got two clean beds with some of the stuff and they're very comfortable and I can speak from experience sleeping on these pillows was absolutely wonderful” 138:02
- “you open the door and you see it's a very nice room it is indeed yes it is now we're going to take a look around this room right here” 137:49
Service
94Bed & Sleep
93Value
88- “Kids aged 1 to 17 stay absolutely free of charge, which makes this such an amazing, affordable option for families looking to make memories without breaking the bank.” 14
- “And the cherry on top, I was going to buy one of their overpriced toothbrushes from the market and the kind front desk agent stopped me and gave me a free one.” 3
Where it is, how to reach it
Details checked 2026-09-01
Where it sits
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Stay value
How this property reads against the hotels we cover alongside it. Measured on review evidence, not on a nightly rate.
Beats what $ usually buys
Scores 10 points above the modest median of 82, across 102 hotels in the same bracket. In Asheville it sits 1 point above the local median of 91.
- This hotel
- 92
- Bracket median
- 82
- Index median
- 89
Based on 102 comparable hotels.
Which room to ask for
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Where travelers agree — and don’t
The topics reviewers split on most. A wide bar means your experience depends on which room you get — or whose opinion you trust.
View the 48 things travelers said behind this verdict▾
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- “what about the staff at this hotel very friendly staff they got some of the best staff in the hospitality industry” On camera1310:40
- “Seksyon ng mga Comment [na-delete] • 3 taon ang nakalipas We stay at Hamptons a lot - especially on road trips in the USA. There are also two Hamptons in NYC where we stay every time we are there. Consistently clean, decent service, free "breakfast" which may or may not be to your tastes.” 10
- “Bar and restaurant were good, service was higher end, but that was about all we got from the hotel other than a nice room.” 4
- “From the modern rooms to the friendly hospitality, everything is set up to make your stay in Asheville as smooth as possible.” 19
- “Consistently clean, decent service, free "breakfast" which may or may not be to your tastes. We've only had one bad Hampton experience out of literally hundreds of stays - Laramie, Wyoming. It was filthy and smelled like cigarettes.” 10
- “And the cherry on top, I was going to buy one of their overpriced toothbrushes from the market and the kind front desk agent stopped me and gave me a free one.” 3
- “Check-in begins at 3:00 p.m. and you can count on a friendly, attentive staff ready to welcome you and ensure your stay is seamless from the moment you arrive.” 11
- “From the moment you arrive, you will feel the ease of a seamless check-in process starting at 3:00 p.m. giving you plenty of time to settle in and start exploring.” On camera70:34
- “all right let's go back down to the lobby wow lots of friendly managers in this hotel” 6
- “The check-in process is seamless starting at 3:00 p.m., giving you plenty of time to settle in.” On camera141:29
- “We stay at Hamptons a lot - especially on road trips in the USA. There are also two Hamptons in NYC where we stay every time we are there. Consistently clean, decent service, free "breakfast" which may or may not be to your tastes.” 10
- “From that moment on I became mostly loyal to Hilton as I felt that a lot of the staff cared more than they did at Marriott during the time I was really traveling.” 10
- “General Manager Andrea Coon and her staff really go out of their way to make your stay extra special.” 17
- “it was an awesome time of meeting Andrea and other fine staff members over at the Hampton in hotel on Tunnel Road in Astro North Carolina” On camera60:00
- “as you can tell this is a very nice hotel and they have a wonderful staff let's take a look at the breakfast area while we're here” On camera134:10
- “Kids aged 1 to 17 stay absolutely free of charge, which makes this such an amazing, affordable option for families looking to make memories without breaking the bank.” 14
- “I stayed in Hamptons about once a month for a couple years - clean, comfortable and cheap (but I agree they vary somewhat).” 10
- “And the cherry on top, I was going to buy one of their overpriced toothbrushes from the market and the kind front desk agent stopped me and gave me a free one.” 3
- “How do they get away with charging so much for such cheap stuff? The refrigerator is cheap, the rooms are unimpressive and awkard.” 18
- “I thought the hotel was nice, and the location was great (this is really what you are paying for), but not worth more than $250/night.” 4
- “I like Home2 Suites for travel with family, but I actually think it's intended to be more a budget option than Hampton Inn. The extra space is good and they tend to be newer so sometimes the rate will be higher.” 10
- “I've always enjoyed my stays at Hampton. My only gripe is that the sheets seem to consistently come off of the bed in the middle of the night. I don't experience this with any other brand.” 3
- “My only gripe is that the sheets seem to consistently come off of the bed in the middle of the night. I don't experience this with any other brand.” 3
- “For some really weird reason, I sleep better at a Hampton Inn than at a much higher starred hotel.” 3
- “The breakfast is well stocked and there's actually room to eat in peace.” 3
- “We stay at Hamptons a lot - especially on road trips in the USA. There are also two Hamptons in NYC where we stay every time we are there. Consistently clean, decent service, free "breakfast" which may or may not be to your tastes.” 10
- “I just got tired of the below average coffee and choices for breakfast and have switched to HGI or other nicer Hilton's.” 10
- “From the delicious complimentary breakfast to start your morning right to the relaxing evenings spent unwinding in style, the Hampton Inn and Suites Asheville Biltmore Area promises a stay that is both comfortable and convenient.” On camera71:50
- “No usb ports except for the clock radio, breakfast was crap. I went over to H2S and Fairfield and both had way better breakfast.” 18
- “A bit out of town, but a great hotel. Also had what might have been my favorite Hilton Hotel breakfast, ever. Everything about breakfast was top notch.” 4
- “If we really wanted to label it Hampton is more budget friendly, you get free breakfast and aside from the market that is your only food amenity. Typically very basic (usually outdated) rooms” 10
- “To ensure you start your day right, the hotel offers a delicious breakfast to fuel your morning activities, saving you time and money as you head out to see the sights.” On camera191:31
- “Plus, you get all the modern essentials like free Wi-Fi to share your photos instantly, and of course, a delicious breakfast to get your energy up for the next day of exploring.” 14
- “Hampton inn in Orange County, CA. Clean, quiet, great breakfast. Did not disappoint. Will definitely stay there again.” 3
- “not so much view I'll go back down the view is not that great up here just nature forest” On camera612:01
- “I thought the hotel was nice, and the location was great (this is really what you are paying for), but not worth more than $250/night.” 4
- “One of the biggest advantages here is the location. You are just a short drive away from the breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and close to the iconic Biltmore Estate, where you can experience the grandeur of the Gilded Age.” On camera110:31
- “The three-pearl Homewood Suites by Hilton Asheville-Tunnel Road, just a five-minutes drive from downtown Asheville, was renovated in 2017 and offers pleasant, residence-style accommodations.” 5
- “I like the Tunnel Road Homewood Suites if budget is a concern. It's a decent location, rooms are huge, it's quiet and clean.” 4
- “Whether you're visiting the Blue Ridge Mountains for a scenic getaway or traveling for business, this location serves as the perfect home base for your adventures.” On camera190:21
- “you open the door and you see it's a very nice room it is indeed yes it is now we're going to take a look around this room right here” On camera137:49
- “I have occupied this room so you can see some of my stuff is on the bed got two clean beds with some of the stuff and they're very comfortable and I can speak from experience sleeping on these pillows was absolutely wonderful” On camera138:02
- “LED lights I like that oh yeah that's a nice aren't they this elevator has been very Tastefully redecorated I think watch the button go out and go at three” On camera137:00
- “Hampton inn in Orange County, CA. Clean, quiet, great breakfast. Did not disappoint. Will definitely stay there again.” 3
- “I like the Tunnel Road Homewood Suites if budget is a concern. It's a decent location, rooms are huge, it's quiet and clean.” 4
- “this is this is a really cool elevator indeed kind of low light but I bet Andrew will really love this elevator here these are your fixtures” 6
What we still don't know
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- No reviewer has named an individual room number here yet.
- Nothing reliable said about room types.
- Nothing reliable said about floor level.
- Nothing reliable said about building or wing.
- Nothing reliable said about which side it faces.
- Nothing reliable said about view.
- Nothing reliable said about position on the floor.
- 14 sources carry no publication date, so we cannot tell how current they are.
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- 8Hampton Inn Asheville-Tunnel Rd.hotelplanner.comReview site2026-06-19CurrentRead originalhotelplanner.com
- 3Good Hampton Experience : r/Hiltonreddit.comForum thread2024-10-18Ageing12 quotes used
“I've always enjoyed my stays at Hampton. My only gripe is that the sheets seem to consistently come off of the bed in the middle of the night. I don't experience this with any other brand.”
Read originalreddit.com - 18Who TF likes Hampton Inn and Why??? : r/Hiltonreddit.comForum thread2024-03-14Ageing3 quotes used
“No usb ports except for the clock radio, breakfast was crap. I went over to H2S and Fairfield and both had way better breakfast.”
Read originalreddit.com - 10What are the quality of Hampton Inns like compared to ...reddit.comForum thread2024-01-05Ageing15 quotes used
“Seksyon ng mga Comment [na-delete] • 3 taon ang nakalipas We stay at Hamptons a lot - especially on road trips in the USA. There are also two Hamptons in NYC where we stay every time we are there. Consistently clean, dec…”
Read originalreddit.com - 4Asheville Recommendations : r/Hiltonreddit.comForum thread2023-10-03Ageing9 quotes used
“Bar and restaurant were good, service was higher end, but that was about all we got from the hotel other than a nice room.”
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