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University Inn

2.5 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this Shelby hotel

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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428 East College Ave, Shelby, NC, 28017
  • Place, Gardner-Webb University
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Boiling Springs Historical Museum
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Paul Porter Arena
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking (2-person Hot Tub)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Shelby

Close to airport.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Shelby hotel, you'll find Boiling Springs Historical Museum and Gardner-Webb University. Dover Memorial Library and Paul Porter Arena are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Gardner-Webb University - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Boiling Springs Historical Museum - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Paul Porter Arena - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Dover Memorial Library - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Ernest W. Spangler Football Stadium - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ken & Mary's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Chicken Ranch - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬11 min drive

About this property

University Inn

Enjoy free breakfast at this Shelby hotel
University Inn offers its guests an indoor pool and a hot tub. Public spaces have free WiFi. A 24-hour business center and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is served daily. University Inn also features barbecue grills, a picnic area, and coffee/tea in a common area. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Shelby hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 53 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2005
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • 1 conference room
University Inn offers 53 air-conditioned accommodations with irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. This Shelby hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Refrigerators and hair dryers can be requested. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:30 PM.

Property is also known as

AmericInn Lodge Boiling Springs
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AmericInn Wyndham Boiling Springs Gardner Webb U Hotel
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AmericInn Lodge Suites Boiling Springs
Americ Wyndham Gardner Webb U
AmericInn by Wyndham Boiling Springs Near Gardner Webb U Hotel
AmericInn by Wyndham Boiling Springs Near Gardner Webb U Shelby

Frequently asked questions

How close is University Inn to the airport?

University Inn is 45.9 mi (58-min drive) away from the Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at University Inn?

As of Jan 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at University Inn on Feb 1, 2026 start from $85.4, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does University Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at University Inn.

Does University Inn offer free breakfast?

University Inn offers free full breakfast every day from 6 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at University Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at University Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM.

Is there free parking at University Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does University Inn have a pool?

University Inn features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 10:30 PM.

Does University Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is University Inn to downtown Shelby?

University Inn is 7.2 mi away from Shelby.

University Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 246 out of 450 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 117 out of 450 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 450 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 450 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 450 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Chad

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Had rent an extra room just for my son. Had a suite but son wasn't allowed to stay with us. Only two people per suite. Turned into 280$ a night stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Conner

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jan

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel was okay but pretty old. Musty, heavy perfume smell, enough to have to change rooms. Rooms were okay, check in staff was great. Didn't use any amenities, so can't speak to those. Biggest problem was the lighting. It was so poor over the mirror, putting on makeup or anything else needing a reflection was poor. Couldn't see anything. Pretty major for a woman getting ready for an event.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was good ,Did not use hot tub
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mary Jo

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
There was trash left behind from the previous guest. I saw multiple types of bugs in the room. The room smelled. There were no restaurants on the premises as stated. The room was dusty. The towels were small and thread bear. $150.00 deposit. Horrible experience. Confederate flags everywhere!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

HEATHER

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jayson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Simple and clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Candace

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Joanna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hospitality at front desk
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome staff, clean, great area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a great stay. The only thing I would change is the size of the tv. It was extremely small for the size of the room. TV's are cheap now so I would definitely upgrade to a larger size for that room (202). Other than that, I will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mario

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Will definitely stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Very personable staff. Clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Hotel was pretty. However it had a very old musky smell throughout. Not many extras in the room such as cups in the bathroom etc.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kathy

I had to cancel due to i correct info given by Expedia so I need my money refunded asap
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They started replacing the roof around 6:15am with no warning from the staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stay here every time I visit my grandson
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025