Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the Doubletree Hotel Biltmore in Asheville (N.C.) is one block from the Biltmore Estate & Winery, a 250-room chateau built over 100 years ago, and the quaint shops, boutiques and restaurants of Historic Biltmore Village, only a mile from downtown Asheville. The hotel is also easily accessible to Interstate 40, the Asheville Regional Airport, financial districts, the Civic Center and the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway.

Surrounded by a serene, landscaped courtyard with a central fountain and raised flowerbeds, the Doubletree Hotel features a sparkling outdoor pool and whirlpool, and fitness center; in addition, guests may request discounted passes to a nearby full-service gym. Meeting facilities are also available at the Doubletree to accommodate groups from 10 to 100, utilizing the hotel's flexible indoor and outdoor space and supported by a business center.

Before sampling menu favorites at the on-site TGI Friday's restaurant, visitors can enjoy cocktails on the terrace by the garden courtyard or in the lounge. TGIF's also provides room service, and offers guests freshly baked cookies upon their arrival. The restaurant, open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with a children's menu, and offers a full breakfast buffet.

Guestrooms are decorated in creams, light greens, and subtle reds. They include coffeemakers, oversized desks and ergonomic chairs, video games, speakerphones, complimentary dial-up Internet access, and cable televisions with premium channels. Microwave ovens and refrigerators are available upon request.

For those seeking residential appeal and the warmth of a southern welcome, the Doubletree Hotel Biltmore Asheville is the right choice for families, sports enthusiasts or business professionals.