Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville

The Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville by IHG is a 272-room full-service resort spread across 125 acres just one mile from downtown Asheville, making it the largest hotel property by acreage in the area. Every one of the 274 guest rooms includes a private balcony or patio, free WiFi, a refrigerator, and in-room coffee and tea facilities. The Overlook Restaurant serves American and Appalachian cuisine on-site, and guests can reach downtown Asheville via a round-trip shuttle for $8 per person. The property’s five-story layout, outdoor grounds, and year-round programming make it a practical anchor for multi-day group stays.

The hotel holds 34,000 square feet of meeting and event space across 11 distinct venues, with capacity for groups ranging from 10 to 1,600 attendees. The Expo Center spans 16,600 sq. ft. and is the largest single venue on property, suited for trade shows, expos, and large general sessions. The Crowne Ballroom adds another 7,000 sq. ft. of dedicated banquet space, and a 4,600 sq. ft. covered outdoor area provides a garden-adjacent setting for receptions and cocktail events. A dedicated Meetings Director coordinates catering and setup across all venues, and the hotel does not permit outside catering, handling all food and beverage in-house.

Amenities

• Free WiFi in all guest rooms and meeting rooms
• Free self-parking with a spacious, well-lit lot accommodating large vehicles and trailers
• Adelaide Spa offering massage and wellness treatments on-site
• Overlook Restaurant serving American and Appalachian cuisine, plus a bar and lounge with a grand stone fireplace
• Three pools: two outdoor pools and one indoor saltwater lap pool
• 24-hour fitness center with free group classes, plus sauna and jacuzzi

Event Facilities

• 34,000 sq. ft. of total meeting and event space
• Expo Center: 16,600 sq. ft., suitable for trade shows and large general assemblies
• Crowne Ballroom: 7,000 sq. ft. for banquets and plenary sessions
• Covered outdoor venue: 4,600 sq. ft. for receptions, cocktail hours, and garden events
• 11 total venues including smaller breakout rooms, one of which features slate floors, natural light, and a gas fireplace
• Full in-house catering with custom buffets, plated dinners, and a dedicated Meetings Director

Local Attractions

• Biltmore Estate, 3.5 miles from the hotel, with winery, gardens, and River Bend Farm
• Blue Ridge Parkway, minutes from the property
• Adventure Center of Asheville, located on the hotel grounds, with zip lines, aerial trails, and obstacle courses
• Downtown Asheville and the River Arts District, accessible via the hotel’s on-site shuttle
• North Carolina Arboretum, nearby for group excursions
• University of North Carolina Asheville, less than 10 minutes away

For travel managers and event planners booking on Engine, the Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville delivers a rare combination of a large room block — 272 guest rooms, each with a private balcony — alongside 34,000 sq. ft. of flexible event space that handles everything from corporate conferences and trade shows to weddings and multi-day conventions. The 125-acre resort setting, on-site spa, golf, adventure park, and full-service catering give attendees genuine reasons to stay on property, which helps group coordinators maintain block pickup and reduce attrition.