About Us
Learn More About Our Luxury, Lakefront Getaway
Tucked into 12 acres of serene woodlands overlooking a private lake, The Umstead Hotel and Spa is located in Cary, North Carolina, near the protected forest setting of the William B. Umstead State Park. Stunning interiors accentuated with privately curated fine art, 150 luxury guest rooms and suites, world-class cuisine, a stimulating spa and gracious hospitality set the Umstead among the finest hotels in the Raleigh area and the only Forbes Five-Star Hotel in North Carolina.
The Umstead's Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At The Umstead Hotel and Spa, we are committed to cultivating an environment where every guest, team member, and community partner feels valued and respected. Diversity and inclusion are central to who we are — reflected not only in our hospitality but in the art we display, the experiences we create, and the culture we foster.
We believe that true hospitality is built on empathy, understanding, and care. Our commitment is ongoing: to listen, learn, and continually improve the ways in which we welcome and support all people.
By honoring the richness of diverse perspectives, we strive to create a community rooted in belonging and a sense of place for all who walk through our doors.
Herons Restaurant
One of only 64 Forbes Five-Star restaurants in the world, Herons is the signature restaurant of The Umstead Hotel and Spa and annually acclaimed among the best restaurants in and around Raleigh, North Carolina.
The Umstead Spa
The Umstead Hotel and Spa is a haven of wellness and tranquility consistently acclaimed among the best spas in the Raleigh, North Carolina area. Whether you’ve come to replenish your body and soul with a pampering spa therapy or to transform yourself with a beauty treatment, this is where life’s daily stresses and distractions disappear into the whispering Carolina pines.
Gift Cards
The ideal gift for any occasion, The Umstead Gift Card is available for purchase in any dollar amount and redeemable throughout The Umstead Hotel and Spa.