Very close, 2 minute drive to Carowinds amusement park. Outdoor pool, full size refrigerator, 2 burner electric stove, dishes, dishwasher, toaster and coffee pot. They also serve breakfast Monday thru Friday 6:30am to 9:30am, and weekends 7am to 10am. Also free guest laundry and fitness room. They also sell snacks and other small things at the front desk. I highly recommend this hotel.