Name: Zelda Dearest
Address: 150 S Lexington Ave, Asheville, US

10/10

Exceptional

31 Jul 2026

Austin

Such a charming retreat steps away from all that downtown has to offer! Walkable to all our favorite spots, we enjoyed the plush, spacious suite and the charming staff at the desk and bar. Comfortable room for sleeping, large bathroom well stocked with towels, a quiet place to sit outside for the afternoon, chess and coffee in the evening, a lovely spread for breakfast—we wanted for nothing! A delightful spot to stay. We will return!

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jul 2026

Barbara

Loved the staff and rooms. Enjoyed Wine and Roses in the evening. Felt like family.

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jul 2026

Martha

Staff were very nice

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jul 2026

Steve

Close to the center of town by only a few blocks yet with a secluded and restful vibe. Great characterful rooms across multiple remodeled Victorian buildings made this a memorable stay. A cosy bar, great continental breakfasts and great local scene guidance add to a 10/10 experience. Most significantly while it is not staffed 24/7 the daytime staff could not have done more to help with grace and a warm smile. Probably some of the most professional, welcoming and genuinely interested staff I have ever come across in many hotel stays around the world. Can't wait to return

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jul 2026

Todd

Loved the room with lots of character

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jul 2026

Joseph

Great bar and amazing service

8/10

Excellent

10 Jul 2026

Ben

Overall, great stay. Breakfast was excellent - more than continental. Check in was a little clumsy as the ‘front’ desk is actually in a separate bldg and the clerk had to check 3 separate groups in at the same time and then walk us all to our bldgs and rooms. Seems like they need an additional person working the check in area during peak times (this was ~5pm).

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jul 2026

Allison

We loved Zelda's! Great location! The room was comfortable, and we slept great in the bed. The complimentary breakfast was perfect. We also enjoyed watching the 4th of July fireworks outside in the courtyard. They do have a ramp, but if you are uncomfortable with stairs, you should call to get a lower-level room.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jun 2026

Lisa

Zelda Dearest felt like a cross between a hotel and a B&B, and we totally enjoyed our stay, Our room was one of the best we have ever experienced (I’m a room snob), and the breakfast was phenomenal (Vege Frittata, chocolate banana bread, blueberry muffins, biscuits and jam, overnight oats, berries, yogurt, OJ). I’ve done both, and I much preferred the self parking over the other hotels’ valet-only option. Depending on where your room is located, there can be a lot of stairs to traverse, same as it would be in a B&B. Staff were friendly and helpful.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jun 2026

Joseph

Amazing quirky hotel. Super nice property, large spacious rooms, minutes walk from all the action in Asheville.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jun 2026

Stacey

Beautiful property, lovingly restored, great location with free parking

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jun 2026

Barbara

Such a cute boutique hotel that was clean, staff friendly and helpful, and such a fun atmosphere. We would definitely stay here again.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jun 2026

Susan

Lovely historic homes transformed into unique modern hotel rooms! Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Walkable to so much of downtown restaurants, shops & breweries. Very clean with plenty of amenities. Breakfast included was delicious every day. Helpful staff. Nice outdoor seating area. We lived our stay in Asheville at Zelda Dearest!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jun 2026

Hannah

The visit was awesome, the staff was helpful and non obtrusive. The room, grounds and common outside areas were gorgeous and the hotel is in a great location to home base and explore from. Breakfast bites were awesome and much appreciated. The free drink voucher at the bar was a great touch.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 May 2026

Gail

Lovely unique hotel with spacious rooms, lovely breakfast and helpful staff. It is perfectly located to be able to walk to shops and restaurants, and less than a 10 minute drive to The Biltmore.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 May 2026

John

Absolutely awesome place. The staff at check in were very helpful and shared a restaurant list! Our room was clean and gorgeous, with comfortable robes, a large bathtub with a book/drink holder, comfortable robes, the whole works. The breakfast was quite substantial for a continental breakfast, and everything tasted excellent. The coffee was VERY good too.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Apr 2026

Kim

Room was extremely clean and beautiful decor. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful
The complimentary breakfast was wonderful!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Apr 2026

Tiffany

Clean room. Nice, free breakfast. Clean property. Well lit at night.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Apr 2026

Amelia

The downtown location of this hotel is incredible - you can walk to restaurants, shops, and breweries. Parking was easy, the room was TO DIE for, the whole property is incredibly clean, tbe breakfast is delicious, there’s coffee/tea/water all the time, the patio between houses is super nice, the bed was super comfy and the bathroom was amazing. 15/10, literally cannot wait to go back.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

12 Apr 2026

Jennifer

Zelda Dearest is the most charming place you can stay in Asheville. A mix of comfort, luxury, and convenience made better by the excellent staff. They remember and treat their returning guests exceptionally well. There’s plenty to explore close by, but this is a wonderful place to enjoy on its own. Slow mornings in the courtyard or starting the evening at Wine & Roses. You leave your stay feeling restored and refreshed, but I’m always terribly sad to check out. No amount of days here is enough!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Apr 2026

Colleen

We travel to Asheville multiple times per year. This is an amazing boutique hotel. Great location. Beautifully appointed rooms. A delicious continental breakfast. Warm staff. 5 stars all around!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

27 Mar 2026

Leslie

Yes, the bar area had what might be needed. Parking area felt safe.
Would have preferred a different breakfast the second morning; same egg dish and muffins, cold. No fruit was served the second morning? A warming tray would be a good addition, or keep the egg warm in the kitchen oven. The bar needs an espresso machine - a classy place like yours needs to do better than that pedestrian coffee.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Mar 2026

Robert

We absolutely loved Zelda Dearest. This place has quickly become our go-to when we’re in Asheville — the 1920s vibe, the atmosphere, the staff — all of it just works. Breakfast was fantastic and the perfect way to start the morning before heading out to explore downtown. The location is great too, easy walking distance to everything. If you haven’t stayed here yet, you’re missing out. We’ll definitely be back.

10/10

Exceptional

18 Mar 2026

Carsen

I can’t say anything negative about this establishment, and if I could it wouldn’t be for a lack of effort on the employee’s part!

Every instance the staff were eager to assist us with anything from passionately recommending restaurants, cleaning rust off the bathroom vanities, coming in on some of their off days to salt the walkways when it snowed, and even sharing the recipe for their wonderful chocolate banana bread.

I loved staying here, the grounds are beautiful and thought is put into every bit of it. Extremely clean, extremely pretty, close to everything you need, and very honest people. We will definitely be back to Zelda Dearest! Shoutout to Regina, Garrett Matthew, and Jake! Their personalities contributed to our love of the place

Ps: I lied. my only complaint was the lack of a microwave in our suite, but a small price to pay for everything else to be, quite literally, perfect

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Mar 2026

Corey

Parking was easy, the location was good and the staff was friendly. An excellent spot.

10/10

Exceptional

17 Mar 2026

James

Room was nice, great location, friendly staff

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

14 Mar 2026

Lauren

I adored this hotel. Great location within walking distance to the Orange Peel concert venue, and great shops and dining, the staff were so kind and helpful. I would love to stay here again and try another one of their unique suites. I enjoy design and this was a gem.

10/10

Exceptional

13 Mar 2026

Mark

Zelda Dearest is located close to restaurants, music venues, movie theater, Art Museum, lots of cute little shops. When I say close, I mean 10 minute walk or less. We parked at our arrival and didn't use the car for two days. We stayed in the Verbena Room, and it was very comfortable for two people. We each had a bedside table with lamp, there was a huge television with Roku, double vanity in the bath and walk-in shower, closet and drawers for clothing. We have no mobility issues, but I will say if one did, the property could be a problem because there were steps leading into the various houses and the house where the breakfast was served. I found the breakfast to be much better than reviews indicated. I had egg and spinach quiche and fruit one morning, and the second morning I had yogurt, berries and quiche. My husband loved the overnight oats. Yes, there were muffins, croissants and nutbrad, but there were healthier options. Jeff at the check-in offered to take out luggage up for us, so if we had been unable to carry it ourselves up the steps, we had an option.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Mar 2026

Jennifer

Easy parking; amazing place to stay in Asheville!

10/10

Exceptional

08 Mar 2026

Samantha

Amazing hotel! Warm greeting and great drinks at their cocktail bar. Room was beautiful, elegant and I loved the decor. Breakfast was included and absolutely wonderful, loved the overnight oats & frittata. Will definitely be returning! My only slight complaint was that the steps walking down to Biltmore Ave. were steep, uneven and no handrail. I didn’t have any issues with them but it felt a little treacherous any time we had to use them.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

03 Mar 2026

Kerri

Room was nice. Layout of the property is different. Be prepared for stairs. Unfortunately the hotel car was closed to guests as the hotel was hosting a wedding. The staff was very helpful.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

22 Feb 2026

Amy

Wonderful experience! We were greeted warmly by each staff member we met and thoroughly enjoyed the beautiful room. Great location within walking distance to everything. Would definitely recommend.

10/10

Exceptional

20 Feb 2026

Kathryn

We initially decided to stay at Zelda Dearest due to its proximity to Burial Brewery and the Eulogy venue, but we found so much more to love about it. Our suite (Darling Heart) was spotless and comfortable. All of the staff were very friendly and accommodating, sharing helpful tips on local restaurants. We loved the breakfast offerings of delicious pastries, overnight oats and good coffee. We even extended our stay one extra night so we could enjoy the cocktails at their lovely lounge Wine and Roses, which is open evenings Thursday- Sunday. We have been coming to Asheville for over 20 years and have stayed at numerous hotels and B & Bs. Zelda Dearest is now our favorite place to stay in Asheville, and we will definitely be staying here again.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Feb 2026

Lori

Everything was better than expected! Room was spotless & gorgeous!! Just know there’s no elevator - so you will have to take your bags up stairs - but the staff offered to help!!

10/10

Exceptional

06 Feb 2026

John

Great location and spacious room!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Feb 2026

Daniel

The entire property was beautifully appointed. It's apparent that a lot of thought went into the design and decor. Being able to keep the character of the old buildings in tact while still feeling new and up to date was very nice.

The staff was all totally wonderful and attentive. Ashleigh was a wonderful bartender at wine and roses. The drinks were fantastic as well as the atmosphere of the bar. Jake was also wonderful! Did everything to make sure we had everything we needed to be comfortable. They offered us a larger room without hesitation. Though we didn't take them up on the offer, it was incredibly generous.
We will definitely be staying again. It's a perfect location downtown, walkable to pretty much everything.
It's a wonderful example of a unique, memorable stay in AVL

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jan 2026

Nora

Friendly staff, gorgeous interior design, fantastic walkable location and amazing breakfast

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jan 2026

Courtney

We had a lovely stay at Zelda Dearest. The furnishings and decor are beautiful and comfortable, the staff was friendly and accommodating. The location was good - we were able to walk to most things downtown. We can't wait to come back!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jan 2026

Garrett

Kind, helpful staff. Real thought put into the finishes with integration of local art. Stayed in Magnolia and loved the tub. Nice to have parking on site since street parking is real tight. A free breakfast is also included and they provide all local food, which was delicious. Bed was more 4 star than 5 but overall great stay!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jan 2026

Dana

Our stay and room at Zelda Dearest were sumptuous and immaculate. Check in was a delight. We will return for sure!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jan 2026

Kristen

Zelda Dearest is charming in every way. Walking into the building feels like coming home. The room was well stocked, delightfully decorated and incredibly comfortable. The staff was above and beyond lovely to interact with and very helpful. The location is an easy walk to downtown. I cannot say enough positive things about our stay.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jan 2026

Aurelia

The room is better than the pictures
In a great location .walk to restaursnts and shops .
The breakfast was delicious and all people that worked there were very nice .
We woukd definitely return.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jan 2026

Kip

This was a fantastic stay. The staff & room were incredible!! We will absolutely be recommending this to friends and family traveling to the area.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

31 Dec 2025

Todd Carter

Everything about this hotel went above and beyond our expectations! It operates more like a bed and breakfast. Each room is uniquely decorated and housed in a historic house. We stayed in the Rosalind, which is the one with the bar and breakfast room. The place was immaculate, the bed was incredibly comfortable, the location was absolutely perfect- just one block from the famous Orange Peel music venue and an easy walk to everything downtown. The breakfast really went above and beyond, with fresh pastries, frittatas, and fresh juice and coffee. And the entire staff was extremely nice and welcoming. Highly suggest the Zelda dearest!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 Dec 2025

Nathan

Staff was very friendly and the property is amazing. Great location with walkable restaurants nearby also, and quick drive to Biltmore. Highly recommend.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

30 Dec 2025

Christopher

Our room was located right over the maintenance area. Didn't get much last night there because of the garage door opening and closing, and all the noises with maintenance area beneath us.

10/10

Exceptional

23 Dec 2025

Jalal

Amazing hotel and location

Business

10/10

Exceptional

22 Dec 2025

Adrienne

This place was beautiful, clean, lovely furnishings, great location close to restaurants, etc. Drinks at the cocktail lounge were great as well! I would definitely stay again.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

20 Dec 2025

Michael

Beautiful place. Everything perfect.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Dec 2025

Leann

I loved everything about this hotel! So much charm and character. The staff were friendly and helpful. The property was very well maintained and our room was immaculate. I will definitely staff here again.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Dec 2025

John

Perfect. Well done. Better than expected. Near really great restaurant! Could not have asked for more. Seating, bedding, double sinks, lotions, pillows, two tv screens, private entrance, comforts everywhere. Really exceptional. (No elevator)

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 Nov 2025

Wesley

Very fine downtown location and excellent property

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Nov 2025

Christopher

Excellent experience! Could not say enough great things about our stay. Amazing staff, clean space, delicious breakfast. Highly recommend!!

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

08 Nov 2025

Caroline

W

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Nov 2025

David

Loved it. Beautiful decor and superior service.

8/10

Excellent

31 Oct 2025

Chris

Clean room, fun vibe, great location.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Oct 2025

Brady

Absolutely loved it, great people working there attending to all your needs and requests. Rooms are so well designed, you don’t want to leave.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

28 Oct 2025

Kelly

Overall wonderful hotel. Perfect location and the rooms, staff and overall feel was perfection.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 Oct 2025

steven anthony

Beautiful, cozy, with thought

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Oct 2025

John

Beautiful room right in the heart of Asheville

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Oct 2025

curt

The best

10/10

Exceptional

06 Oct 2025

VIRGINIA

Great Breakfast and charming accommodations !

10/10

Exceptional

26 Sep 2025

Shelby

I am so grateful to have found this local hotel so close to lots of good food, beer and music. The staff were so friendly and I could tell they loved their job. Our room was gorgeous and felt like our own little getaway. I would highly recommend staying here instead of the hotel chains in town.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Sep 2025

Grant

Staff was amazing, the room was beautiful

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

23 Sep 2025

sheri

Best in Asheville

This beautiful boutique hotel has become our reliable place to stay in Asheville. Even if it wasn’t so good, the location is perfect for our family. Think art deco with southern hospitality.

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

22 Sep 2025

Sarah

I booked a room at Dearest Zelda for 3 nights and had high expectations. Before arriving, I even called ahead and was told we’d be given drink tickets since it was my husband’s birthday. Unfortunately, the experience was very disappointing.

When we returned to our room one evening, a lady approached us and said, “Are you in Mystic? Yeah, I need that room now, we have guests checking in.” When I explained that we had the room reserved, she only replied, “Let me check on that,” with no apology. Both my husband and I found her extremely rude. They then turned off our hotel keys and said they’d bring replacements to the room, which never happened. My husband eventually had to go to the front to retrieve them himself.

On the positive side, the two men working in Rosalind could not have been kinder or more helpful. Unfortunately, overall service was a 2/10 at best. This is not really a hotel—it feels more like an upscale Airbnb. There is no proper staff, and for the price, it’s absolutely not worth it.

The rooms themselves are gorgeous, but they’re not well insulated—you can hear other guests clearly. To make things worse, one guest left dirty, wet socks and shoes outside their door for the entirety of their stay, which really detracted from the atmosphere.

In summary: this is a beautiful property but very overpriced for what you get. I would not recommend it if you’re looking for actual hotel-level service. At best, it’s an exceptional Airbnb—not an upscale hotel.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Sep 2025

Amber

This hotel is amazing! It is in a great location with parking. They offered complimentary pastries from a local bakery for breakfast. The room was spacious, clean, and had essentials like a steamer, q-tips, hair dryer, and robes. I also love how the hotel is decorated in the art deco style. There is a really cute courtyard in between the buildings that had fire pits and seating. All of the staff that we encountered were so nice. Even the maintenance/grounds staff that we ran into asked how our stay was. We can’t wait to stay here again in the future!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Sep 2025

Matt

Great place. Would definitely stay there again.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Sep 2025

Angela

Great stay - Loved it!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Sep 2025

Max

Amazing amazing amazing!!! Fantastic property, fantastic staff and service. We loved it and we look forward to coming back.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 Sep 2025

ashley

Staff was excellent, hotel clean and quaint. Delicious breakfast.

10/10

Exceptional

18 Aug 2025

Nataliya

Zelda Dearest is a stylish art deco retreat with excellent service, attention to every detail and central location. Will stay there again and definitely recommend to friends!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Aug 2025

Reshma

Amazing stay. Service was excellent! Such a cute and unique property in Asheville. Can’t wait to go back.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

13 Aug 2025

Verified traveler

Believe the hype

Hands down the most impressive hotel in Asheville. Our suite should have cost two to three times what we paid. The room/furnishings/service were all top notch.
I was hesitant to believe all the positive reviews before we booked-believe the hype. This place is a hidden gem.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Aug 2025

Eric

Beautiful, unique property. Easy walk to restaurants and shops.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

09 Aug 2025

Steven

Great property. A wonderful boutique hotel. Rooms are spacious. With relatively new management there are bugs have to be worked out. The office needs someone available full time. Rooms have a refrigerator but no microwave. The one in the dining area is difficult to operate. The dining area could use better variety of cold cereals and fruit. It is a longish walk from parking lot to rooms but staff is willing to help. We particularly had good service,from Ignes and Jake. We wil, return again.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Aug 2025

Aiyana

The hotel was amazing, the staff was extremely helpful and polite, the location was close to everything. I will stay again if I make it back to Asheville!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

04 Aug 2025

Andrew

Amazing hotel! Staff was extremely friendly and the room was perfect.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Aug 2025

Hannah

Incredibly Cool Place To Stay

Zelda is the only place we stay in Asheville. The rooms are cool, the breakfast is excellent, and the staff is wonderful (special shoutout to Jake, who brought us a bottle of whiskey sours for our anniversary. You’re a real one, Jake). Tons of breweries, restaurants, and shopping within walking distance, too. Highly recommend staying here!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jul 2025

Gerald

Great hospitality and fun hotel !

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jul 2025

Michelle

Highly recommend

Zelda Dearest was absolutely amazing. I hated to leave when our time was up. Stunningly decorated, so clean and comfortable. Would absolutely recommend to anyone looking for a place to stay in the Asheville area.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jul 2025

Elena

We got upgraded due to a mix-up in our room; the property is gorgeous, well-taken care of, and full of little touches that elevate the whole stay. The decor was amazing. I could not get over the wallpaper in our bathroom--so pretty.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jul 2025

Kathryn

This is an amazing gem. Service and property are outstanding. Great cocktails, excellent in every way.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jul 2025

Brian

We loved everything about it - staff was wonderful and suck a beautiful place! We will be back.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jun 2025

Son

I would definitely come back here!!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jun 2025

Irene

We spent 3 nights at Zelda Dearest and will plan on returning for our next trip to Asheville. All staff were very friendly, helpful, and truly seemed to care that we had a good stay. Room was very comfortable. Breakfast was very good with choices.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jun 2025

Michael

Enjoyed the experience in a historic property turned hotel. Well thought out. A few quirks but overall a great stay and convenient to downtown and other great spots in Asheville. Recommend for those looking to get outside the box of hotel stays. Well done.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jun 2025

Adam

It was amazing!

Business_and_leisure

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jun 2025

jodie

A Gatsby getaway thanks to Zelda!

A unique and well appointed nod to history! Gorgeous interiors ! Such a great quirky compound of old restored homes. Grab a flapper dress and head to their bar to mingle or get immersed in artwork and decor .

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jun 2025

patricia

We really enjoyed staying at Zelda Dearest, love the decor and the closeness to restaurants and boutiques.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jun 2025

Charlotte A.

Lovely

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jun 2025

Brooklyn

Lots of character. Great location in the heart of Asheville if you want to walk to restaurants, etc. The continental breakfast was excellent.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jun 2025

Margaret

Zelda Dearest was perfect! It was so stylish and so comfortable. The breakfast was perfect - much better than the sub par hot breakfasts in other hotels. With coffee, fruit, and pastries it was perfect. The bed was very comfortable and the toiletries smelled great. Not to mention that it's just a 2 minute walk from the Orange Peel! I'd stay again in a heartbeat.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 May 2025

ann

Zelda Dearest is a perfect location. Every detail including comfortable bed and sitting room, monogrammed towels, easy access to parking, and delicious breakfast. Very clean and excellent service.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 May 2025

Milind

Perfect location. Well Maintained. Friendly staff.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 May 2025

Stephen

Update, safe and a great location. Staff is accommodating and attentive to guest needs.