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aaaaWith spectacular scenery shaped by the ancient Blue Ridge Mountains, and one of the world’s oldest rivers, Asheville, N.C. serves as a source of inspiration for all who travel through. Known for its vibrant arts scene, rich food culture, and inspiring venues, Asheville is a hub of homegrown brands, distinctive experiences, and creative communities, all reflecting the city’s spirit of innovation.
Boasting nearly 10,000 hotel rooms, from grand resorts to boutique hotels, Asheville provides an innovative community primed for group gatherings. The Asheville Regional Airport, one of the fastest-growing regional airports in the U. S., with non-stop flights to 26 destinations including easy connections through major U.S. hubs., is undergoing a $400 million expansion which will double the gate number from seven to 12. A new concourse opened in June 2025.
When it comes to local flavor, Asheville thrives on its dynamic food culture known as Foodtopia. With 250+ independent restaurants, 15 Michelin recognized establishment, robust number of James Beard Award winners & nominees, 70+ craft breweries, and 1,000+ family farms, it offers a feast for the senses.
Additional notable industry sectors include outdoor products, climate and environment, advanced manufacturing, life sciences and technology – all of which trace authentic ties to the destination’s history and inherent attributes, from possessing the world’s largest archive of climate and weather data to Western North Carolina’s legacy as a place renowned for craftsmanship, wellness and healing.
For meeting planners, Asheville is a perfect fit for right-sized groups, offering a range of distinctive spaces that spark fresh thinking in the fresh mountain air. Let the creative spirit of Asheville guide your team forward as you collaborate, innovate, and rejuvenate. Here, events aren't just about business—they're about crafting moments that transform.
The Asheville Downtown Hilton Complex brings together two unique Hilton hotels, directly across the street from one another, right in the heart of downtown Asheville. Together, Embassy Suites by Hilton Asheville Downtown and DoubleTree by Hilton Asheville Downtown offer 328 rooms and suites, more than 10,000 square feet of meeting and event options, two rooftop restaurants, and one team working together to create a seamless experience for groups.
Our Embassy Suites is an all suite hotel with 188 two room suites, complimentary made to order breakfast, nightly evening reception, and flexible meeting space highlighted by our 4,704 square foot Blue Ridge Ballroom. The ballroom features soaring ceilings and can divide into four individual sections, with additional breakout rooms and boardroom space giving planners plenty of flexibility for meetings, conferences, and events.
Across the street, our 140 room DoubleTree gives groups even more flexibility. The Foothills meeting space features floor to ceiling windows, natural light, and views of downtown Asheville and the surrounding mountains. It is a great fit for smaller meetings, breakouts, meals, or as an extension of a larger program taking place at the Embassy Suites.
Then there are the rooftops. Soprana Rooftop Cucina sits atop the Embassy Suites and brings together Italian inspired cuisine, brick oven pizza, cocktails, and incredible Blue Ridge Mountain views. Across the street, The Montford Rooftop Bar offers a completely different experience with Southern inspired food, craft cocktails, and some of the best sunset views in Asheville. Both rooftops can become part of a meeting program for receptions, dinners, private events, and experiences that get attendees outside of the traditional meeting room without ever leaving the hotel complex.
We are also incredibly proud of the recognition our team has received. Embassy Suites Asheville Downtown earned Hilton's 2025 Conrad Achievement Award, placing the hotel among the top performing Embassy Suites properties worldwide. Our General Manager, David Cron, was named Hilton's 2025 General Manager of the Year. Soprana Rooftop Cucina earned a 2025 Michelin Guide recommendation, while our DoubleTree was recognized as Hilton's Brand Conversion of the Year in 2021.
Most importantly, we are located in a part of Asheville that lets attendees actually experience the destination. We are just steps from the restaurants, breweries, shops, galleries, entertainment, and energy of downtown, and only a couple of blocks from Harrah's Cherokee Center Asheville.
For planners, it means one team, two hotels, two rooftops, and a lot of different ways to build a meeting in Asheville.
Representing The AC Hotel in the heart of Downtown Asheville, as well as The Aloft Hotel, and The Kimpton Arras, The McKibbon Hopsitality group has changed the Asheville Skyline forever. Located in the heart of Downtown Asheville, within walking distance to all Asheville has to offer, these three unique properties have something for everyone. We specialize in group meetings and incentive travel ranging in size from 10 guests to 75 guests.
I love representing the Renaissance Asheville, a Marriott family conference hotel in the heart of vibrant and walkable downtown Asheville, NC, in the amazing Blue Ridge Mountains. With more than 25 years of Marriott experience, I am a trusted advisor and customer advocate who focuses on creating experiences that your attendees will love and others will be sorry that they missed. Stop by the Explore Asheville Booth C4225 and let's talk about how I can help you!
