For authentic Southern hospitality
Nothing says southern charm like a traditional sleeping porch or old fashioned sea food boil. You're guests will be treated to those regional characteristics and more if they stay at The Duke Mansion. This hotel has all of the elegance of the old South with modern comfort and conveniences. They'll even deliver the paper to your door in the morning! The Duke Mansion, Charlotte, (704) 714-4400
For guests with families
The Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley can help with childcare arrangements, boasts both indoor and outdoor pools and is located close to the Crabtree Valley Mall and the North Carolina Museum of History. They'll even reserve a block of rooms and will gladly hand out your welcome bags to guests as they arrive at the hotel. Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley, Raleigh, (919) 781-7000
For luxury amenities
This is the life! You and your guests can wake up to a complimentary hearty breakfast including biscuits and gravy, freshen up with Aveda bath products then shuttle off to wherever you need to be, courtesy of a London taxi. The O. Henry Hotel offers oversized guest rooms with old world European flair. O.Henry Hotel, Greensboro, (336) 854-2000
For the nature lovers
For a relaxing setting surrounded by mountains, golf courses and serene water, suggest that your guests rent a villa at Rumbling Bald Resort on Lake Lure. Rent a cabin or studio efficiency. The homes offer full kitchens and many have gas or wood fire places. If you're guests are looking for vacation-style accommodations during your wedding, this is the place to be. Rumbling Bald Resort on Lake Lure, Lake Lure, (800) 419-3854
For your green guests
Environmentally friendly guests can attend your wedding with a clean conscious after staying at Proximity Hotel in Greensboro. Its stylish loft-like guestrooms were built with Mother Earth in mind; the hotel was made of sustainable materials and 60% of the water is heated by solar panels. You can even reduce your carbon footprint with the "Ride the Rails" package that includes complimentary transportation by Amtrak. Proximity Hotel, Greensboro, (336) 379-8200