Zelda Dearest – A Favorite for Families in Asheville

Zelda Dearest is a collection of three restored historic houses with 20 spacious suites, each individually decorated and named after Zelda Fitzgerald's sisters. The Magnolia King room offers a deep soaking tub and double sinks, while the Deluxe King room features a separate seating area with a TV. All rooms include Grown Alchemist toiletries, parquet floors, and climate control via Mitsubishi HVAC units.

A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily in the Rosalind building, featuring fresh pastries from a local bakery, overnight oats, quiche, and fresh fruit. The on-site bar, Wine and Roses, is open Thursday through Sunday evenings and offers a cocktail menu and lounge seating. Breakfast includes local specialities, fresh juice, and coffee with dairy-free options.

The hotel is less than a 1-minute walk from the Orange Peel music venue and within a 10-minute walk of downtown Asheville's breweries, including Burial Beer Co. and Wicked Weed Brewery. Biltmore Estate is less than 3 km away, and Lexington Glassworks, the Basilica of Saint Lawrence, and Harrah's Cherokee Center are all within walking distance. Asheville Regional Airport is 18 km from the property.

Paid private parking is available on-site with a discounted rate provided at check-in. The property offers an outdoor fireplace, a furnished terrace, and a courtyard with fire pits and seating. Services include daily housekeeping, concierge service, luggage storage, and private check-in/check-out, with a staff member on call overnight.

Rooms: 20 individually decorated suites in 3 historic houses

Dining: Wine and Roses cocktail bar + daily continental breakfast

Location: 1 min walk from Orange Peel, walkable to downtown breweries

Accessibility: wheelchair-accessible rooms with grab rails

Amenities: private paid parking, outdoor fireplace & courtyard

Ideal for: couples, concert-goers, brewery explorers