The Best Hotels Closest to McDowell Nature Center and Preserve in Charlotte for 2026

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A view of a beach with chairs and a table, overlooking a body of water and a distant bridge.

A house with a wooden deck and a view of a lake.

A cozy cabin interior with a wooden dining table set, a black refrigerator, a wooden sofa with cushions, and a television mounted on the wall.

A beach with people swimming, sunbathing, and boats on the water.

1. Long Cove Resort near Charlotte Airport

Steele Creek, 2.3 km from McDowell Nature Center and Preserve

Jayde

AED 423

AED 731 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern dining area with wooden tables and benches, a bar area, and large windows with curtains.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Spark' sign, multiple windows, and a well-lit entrance area.

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large window with white curtains.

A spacious lobby with a central round table surrounded by yellow rocking chairs, a green carpet, and a modern ceiling design.

2. Spark by Hilton Charlotte Tyvola I-77

14.3 km from McDowell Nature Center and Preserve

Thomas

AED 313

AED 364 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, pendant lighting, and shelves with bottles and glasses.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, tables, chairs, and decorative wooden partitions.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a lifeguard chair, and a pool ladder.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a backsplash with a mosaic tile design.

3. Drury Inn & Suites Charlotte Arrowood

11.6 km from McDowell Nature Center and Preserve

Gregg

AED 389

AED 453 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A modern restaurant with a bar area, multiple seating options, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

A reception desk with a 'Welcome to Hampton' sign, HP computers, and a 'Front Desk' sign.

A gym with exercise equipment, a mirrored wall, and a window with blinds.

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Fort Mill

8.7 km from McDowell Nature Center and Preserve

Paulette

AED 365

AED 405 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A reception area with a long wooden reception desk, metal bar stools, and a large wall mural depicting scenic views and the Rock Hill sign.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a wall mural of bicycles.

A modern reception area with a white reception desk, comfortable seating, and a large wall mural.

A modern living room with a sofa set, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

5. Clarion Pointe Rock Hill Near University

14.5 km from McDowell Nature Center and Preserve

Jodi

AED 248

AED 282 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern restaurant with multiple dining areas, large windows offering views, and contemporary lighting fixtures.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

6. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Charlotte at Carowinds

8.4 km from McDowell Nature Center and Preserve

Tammy

AED 372

AED 432 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

An outdoor patio area with seating, a table, and decorative lighting.

A modern hotel lobby with a curved reception desk, seating area with sofas and chairs, and a large chandelier.

An outdoor seating area with a blue sofa, planters with grass, and a blue and white structure.

A modern breakfast area with a counter displaying various food items and a sign reading "TOP IT BREAKFAST".

7. Tru By Hilton Fort Mill, SC

7.5 km from McDowell Nature Center and Preserve

Max Anthony

AED 328

AED 364 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, wooden pergola, and seating arrangements.

A modern reception area with a coffee machine, refrigerator, and counter displaying various food items.

A golf course with spectators, a pond, and two large buildings in the background.

A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlotte Pineville

13.5 km from McDowell Nature Center and Preserve

Hina

AED 360

AED 419 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A Best Western hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a clear blue sky in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a picture on the wall.

A gym with treadmills, a stationary bike, and a weight rack.

A reception area with a reception desk, a waiting area with a sofa, a wall-mounted mirror, and a reception counter with a framed picture.

9. Best Western Rock Hill

14.3 km from McDowell Nature Center and Preserve

Stephen

AED 268

AED 306 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a visible elevator.

A bar area with a counter, multiple stools, and a television mounted on the wall.

A modern lobby with seating, a fireplace, and a dining area.

A modern hotel with a prominent "CAMBRIA" sign, a covered entrance, and a parking area.

10. Cambria Hotel Fort Mill

7.7 km from McDowell Nature Center and Preserve

Wesley

AED 408

AED 453 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A breakfast bar with various food items and a juice dispenser.

A gym with stationary bikes, dumbbells, and exercise equipment.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.

A hotel with a modern design, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Charlotte Airport Lake Pointe

15 km from McDowell Nature Center and Preserve

Janna

AED 372

AED 432 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio area with a fire feature, seating, and a ceiling with exposed beams and string lights.

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, bright pink walls, and yellow chairs.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, chairs, a table, and pendant lighting.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a minibar, and a vending machine.

12. Home2 Suites by Hilton Fort Mill, SC

8.2 km from McDowell Nature Center and Preserve

Jessica

AED 358

AED 398 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance and stone pillars.

A reception desk with a modern design, featuring a geometric wall pattern and a clear sign indicating the hotel name.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a wooden floor, a seating area, and a wall-mounted television.

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte Southwest by IHG

10.1 km from McDowell Nature Center and Preserve

David

AED 371

AED 431 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A spacious lobby with a central staircase, wooden flooring, and potted plants.

A conference room with two desktop computers, a printer, and a bookshelf with decorative items.

A hotel with a prominent entrance, multiple balconies, and a flag.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a television.

14. Four Points by Sheraton Charlotte - Pineville

13.1 km from McDowell Nature Center and Preserve

Melanie

AED 309

AED 359 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'tru by Hilton' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern hotel lobby with a curved reception desk, seating area with sofas and chairs, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, lounge chairs, and a yellow wall with circular designs.

An outdoor patio with seating, a brick wall, and string lights.

15. Tru By Hilton Charlotte Tyvola I-77

14.2 km from McDowell Nature Center and Preserve

Vernon

AED 325

AED 403 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, stone walls, wooden flooring, and a variety of seating options including a sofa, chairs, and a small table with decorative items.

A spacious multi-level living area with a high ceiling, wooden paneling, a stone fireplace, and a dining area with a large island and bar seating.

A hotel room with a large bed, a television on a wooden desk, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A stone fireplace with two striped armchairs and a small table.

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Charlotte/Pineville

12.8 km from McDowell Nature Center and Preserve

kwamane

AED 343

AED 399 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel with a prominent TruHilton sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside table, TV, and a window with a view of greenery.

A modern, well-lit indoor space with a central counter displaying various products, a digital kiosk, and a refrigerated display.

A modern lounge area with a pool table, comfortable seating, and a colorful mural.

17. Tru by Hilton Charlotte Ayrsley

9.7 km from McDowell Nature Center and Preserve

Joseph

AED 309

AED 359 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a desk, a TV, and framed pictures on the wall.

A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a sofa, a TV, and framed pictures on the wall.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a television mounted on the wall.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, multiple seating areas including booths and tables, and large windows providing natural light.

18. Comfort Inn & Suites Rock Hill Northeast

13.9 km from McDowell Nature Center and Preserve

Michael

AED 309

AED 352 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

An outdoor patio area with a fire feature, seating arrangements, and a covered section with umbrellas.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a TV.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a television screen.

A reception area with two reception desks, a wall-mounted digital display, and a poster.

19. Courtyard by Marriott Charlotte Fort Mill, SC

9.3 km from McDowell Nature Center and Preserve

Ronald

AED 559

AED 633 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A modern living room with a sofa, ottoman, and armchairs, a black coffee table, and a decorative floor lamp.

A modern bathroom with a wooden vanity, a round mirror, a sink, and a coffee maker.

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, seating area with chairs and tables, and large windows with a view of the outdoors.

A modern kitchen with a chalkboard wall displaying food items and utensils, a coffee machine, and a breakfast bar.

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Charlotte Steele Creek

8.8 km from McDowell Nature Center and Preserve

Ashley

AED 400

AED 465 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to McDowell Nature Center and Preserve

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Long Cove Resort near Charlotte Airport	8.6 Excellent 287 reviews	View
Spark by Hilton Charlotte Tyvola I-77	9.2 Wonderful 1,180 reviews	View
Drury Inn & Suites Charlotte Arrowood	9.6 Exceptional 2,211 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Fort Mill	9.2 Wonderful 932 reviews	View
Clarion Pointe Rock Hill Near University	8.8 Excellent 1,055 reviews	View

Top McDowell Nature Center and Preserve Hotel Reviews

Waterfront Cottage, Fiery Sunsets

10/10 Excellent

"My friend and I had a girls weekend at the Trout Pond in late September and it was exactly what the doctor prescribed. We kayaked and paddleboarded, cooked at-home meals and ate on the dock, and generally just relaxed! This small cove has a nice view of Lake Wiley activity, and nice calm and safe waters to paddle around in. The large dock is perfect for lounging and parking large boats, and there is a small area from which kayaks etc can be put in as well. As a plus, we got a great workout going up and down the steps between the house and dock! The cottage was very clean and kitchen was extremely well stocked with utensils, pots, pans, etc, and water. The furniture (couch, easy chair, beds) was comfortable and we enjoyed the light and view from the large windows in the living room.We experienced a rare NC weekend with perfect weather but I imagine this would be a great place to jump in the lake for hot summer days, as there's also an outdoor shower. Also, the neighbor's dog was adorable, and check-in and check-out process was very easy."

Sprawling Lakefront Home on Peninsula, Beach, Private Dock, Kayaks-Paddle boards

10/10 Excellent

"We spent almost a week here with our adult children and our dog. We LOVED it! It was like being at a good friend’s house - well stocked, casual, and not at all fussy. Lots of games and snacks, dishes and towels, all the things. My husband brought his bass boat and fished every day! He was able to tie it to the floating dock for easy access. River Hills is a beautiful community - friendly, safe. We will most certainly be back!"

Beautiful Escape, Mins from Carowinds & Lake Wylie

10/10 Excellent

"This house is beautiful! Super clean, very close to Carowinds. I can't come with a complaint even if I wanted too."

Sweetwater

10/10 Excellent

"My first time at Sweetwater spent 9 days. Before arriving i anticipated a good stayand No surprises giving the fact that Georgia the host and I communicated several times leading up to my Travel. She is great and extremely responsive. The cabin although old enjoy its rustic charm and its location. Its well appointed , clean and functional has everything you need and more. Awesome location 18 miles to Uptown Charlotte for a nice night out yet Far enough removed and peaceful. Awesome lake views and just an all around great spot to enjoy. I plan to come back GeorgiaThank you Paul"

Charlotte Glamping Dome- Fawn and Fern Hideaway

10/10 Excellent

"This is such a unique place. Dog friendly, rustic with a modern touch. All the necessities were there and close to many activities. The host was helpful and friendly. We loved our little weekend away!"

Perfect Winter Lake Getaway Villa on Lake Wylie - Family Friendly + Lovers Dream

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay exceeded our expectations in most categories except one.Whoever wrote the narrative description for the property could have done better as the accommodations for up to 8 were less than adequate. Please provide more comfortable bedding for 8 or even 7 if you advertise so. Sleeping is high on everyone's list of priorities and my guests deserve nothing less than a good night's sleep. Everything else was great, truly great."

The Pearl of Lake Wylie

10/10 Excellent

"We had a ball. From the pontoon rental to just floating in the lake. Had everything we needed at the rental house. It was very clean an well kept. Loved it"

Suite w/ Private Entry and Nature Trails ($40 cleaning)

10/10 Excellent

"Meghan's place was well kept, very spacious and perfectly laid out for our stay. Very quiet and not too far from the activities we came to do. Definitely recommend staying here!"

Family-Friendly Lakefront Home with Hot Tub, Firepit, Dock & Breathtaking Views!

10/10 Excellent

"We had such a wonderful stay! The home was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed for our family. The floor plan was the perfect fit with our teenagers as well. The accommodations were perfect, and the beautiful views and inviting porches made it easy to relax and enjoy our time together.Communication with the host was excellent from start to finish, which made everything so easy. We also loved how convenient it was to rent a pontoon through the host. It was right outside off the dock waiting for us and easy to board and enjoyed the lake all afternoon. Kayaking in the evenings was one of my favorite parts of the trip! We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend this home to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway. Thank you for a wonderful stay!"

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Lake Wylie

8.2/10 (19 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Wylie during your travels in Steele Creek.

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beach near Copperhead Island

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beach near Terry's Marina

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beach near The Carolina Boat Club

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near The Carolina Boat Club during your trip to Clover?

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beach near Lake Wylie

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near Lake Wylie during your trip to Clover?

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beach near Long Cove

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near Long Cove during your trip to Charlotte?

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beach near Old Stage Trail

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near Old Stage Trail during your trip to Clover?

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Oakton

Explore the great outdoors at Oakton, a lovely green space in Clover.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around McDowell Nature Center and Preserve?

McDowell Nature Center and Preserve is located in a welcoming area of Charlotte known for its cozy coffeehouses and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 11 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near McDowell Nature Center and Preserve?

Long Cove Resort near Charlotte Airport is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this cabin offers a marina and free parking. It's located 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from McDowell Nature Center and Preserve.

How many hotels should I expect to find near McDowell Nature Center and Preserve?

Expedia has 11 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from McDowell Nature Center and Preserve.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near McDowell Nature Center and Preserve, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near McDowell Nature Center and Preserve.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near McDowell Nature Center and Preserve?

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What can I see and do near McDowell Nature Center and Preserve?

You can wander around Lake Wylie Park, Mecklenburg County Park, or Ebenezer Park if you want a dose of fresh air. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Lake Wylie, Oakton, and North Carolina State Wildlife Landing. If you have some time to wander around the area, you might stop by Tega Cay Golf Club, Knights Stadium, or Harbortowne Marina.

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Our top choices for McDowell Nature Center and Preserve hotels

1. Long Cove Resort near Charlotte Airport

2. Spark by Hilton Charlotte Tyvola I-77

3. Drury Inn & Suites Charlotte Arrowood

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Fort Mill

5. Clarion Pointe Rock Hill Near University

6. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Charlotte at Carowinds

7. Tru By Hilton Fort Mill, SC

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlotte Pineville

9. Best Western Rock Hill

10. Cambria Hotel Fort Mill

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Charlotte Airport Lake Pointe

12. Home2 Suites by Hilton Fort Mill, SC

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte Southwest by IHG

14. Four Points by Sheraton Charlotte - Pineville

15. Tru By Hilton Charlotte Tyvola I-77

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Charlotte/Pineville

17. Tru by Hilton Charlotte Ayrsley

18. Comfort Inn & Suites Rock Hill Northeast

19. Courtyard by Marriott Charlotte Fort Mill, SC

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Charlotte Steele Creek

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Top McDowell Nature Center and Preserve Hotel Reviews

Waterfront Cottage, Fiery Sunsets

Sprawling Lakefront Home on Peninsula, Beach, Private Dock, Kayaks-Paddle boards

Beautiful Escape, Mins from Carowinds & Lake Wylie

Sweetwater

Charlotte Glamping Dome- Fawn and Fern Hideaway

Perfect Winter Lake Getaway Villa on Lake Wylie - Family Friendly + Lovers Dream

The Pearl of Lake Wylie

Suite w/ Private Entry and Nature Trails ($40 cleaning)

Family-Friendly Lakefront Home with Hot Tub, Firepit, Dock & Breathtaking Views!

Other attractions near McDowell Nature Center and Preserve

Lake Wylie

beach near Copperhead Island

beach near Terry's Marina

beach near The Carolina Boat Club

beach near Lake Wylie

beach near Long Cove

beach near Old Stage Trail

Oakton

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