Axel’s take
A solid driving base with friendly staff, but uneven breakfast and maintenance.
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Axel’s rating: 7.9/10 · A practical 4-star business hotel near US-52, a drive from Wake Forest
This is a practical 4-star business hotel, not a luxury retreat. We'd consider it for Wake Forest visits or an overnight stop: highway access is straightforward, parking is free, and Tripadvisor and Expedia guests repeatedly praise helpful staff, clean rooms and comfortable beds. Recent Expedia feedback is particularly positive about the basics. The gym and seasonal outdoor pool add useful extras.
The trade-offs are inconsistent upkeep and breakfast execution. Some Tripadvisor guests describe aging fixtures and poorly replenished buffet items, although others find the property well maintained. Breakfast normally costs extra unless included in your booking, and we'd confirm dining hours rather than count on a full-service restaurant. Choose it for a comfortable, car-based stay; skip it if you want polished luxury or downtown exploring on foot.
- Rooms
- Comfortable beds and generally positive room feedback, with occasional fixture and equipment faults.
- Cleanliness
- Mostly strong recent feedback across Tripadvisor and Expedia, rather than a recurring cleanliness problem.
- Service
- Helpful, welcoming staff are a repeated strength, though some guests report thin staffing.
- Amenities
- Free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour gym and a seasonal outdoor pool; do not expect an indoor pool.
- Fees and surprises
- Self-parking is free; check breakfast inclusion. Hilton now permits pets with a nonrefundable fee and weight limit.
Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Expedia. Reviewed Oct 28, 2026.
The location
5790 University Pkwy, Winston-Salem
Near US-52 and a short drive from Wake Forest; better suited to drivers than downtown sightseeing on foot.
Amenities and check-in
Free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour gym and a seasonal outdoor pool; do not expect an indoor pool.
Check-in
after 4:00 PM
Check-out
before 11:00 AM
- Outdoor pool
- Activities for kids
- Breakfast (extra charge)
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Fitness center (free)
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DoubleTree by Hilton Winston Salem - University — Winston-Salem, United States
DoubleTree by Hilton Winston Salem - University is a practical 4-star business hotel near US-52, a drive from Wake Forest in Winston-Salem, United States.
Address: 5790 University Pkwy, Winston-Salem. Property ID: 1125042.
Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/winston-salem/doubletree-by-hilton-winston-salem-university-1125042
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#2 of 3 hotels in University Parkway / US 52 by Axel's take. University Parkway / US 52 is #4 of 4 places to stay in Winston-Salem. The best hotels in University Parkway / US 52, ranked · Where to stay in Winston-Salem
Axel's take: 7.9/10
A solid driving base with friendly staff, but uneven breakfast and maintenance. A practical 4-star business hotel near US-52, a drive from Wake Forest, scored for what it is.
This is a practical 4-star business hotel, not a luxury retreat. We'd consider it for Wake Forest visits or an overnight stop: highway access is straightforward, parking is free, and Tripadvisor and Expedia guests repeatedly praise helpful staff, clean rooms and comfortable beds. Recent Expedia feedback is particularly positive about the basics. The gym and seasonal outdoor pool add useful extras.
The trade-offs are inconsistent upkeep and breakfast execution. Some Tripadvisor guests describe aging fixtures and poorly replenished buffet items, although others find the property well maintained. Breakfast normally costs extra unless included in your booking, and we'd confirm dining hours rather than count on a full-service restaurant. Choose it for a comfortable, car-based stay; skip it if you want polished luxury or downtown exploring on foot.
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Best for: Wake Forest visitors with a car; Business travelers; Overnight road stops
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Watch out for: Uneven maintenance and aging fixtures; Breakfast costs extra on some bookings; Confirm dining hours before relying on dinner
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Location: Near US-52 and a short drive from Wake Forest; better suited to drivers than downtown sightseeing on foot.
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Rooms: Comfortable beds and generally positive room feedback, with occasional fixture and equipment faults.
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Cleanliness: Mostly strong recent feedback across Tripadvisor and Expedia, rather than a recurring cleanliness problem.
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Service: Helpful, welcoming staff are a repeated strength, though some guests report thin staffing.
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Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour gym and a seasonal outdoor pool; do not expect an indoor pool.
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Fees and surprises: Self-parking is free; check breakfast inclusion. Hilton now permits pets with a nonrefundable fee and weight limit.
Axel's opinion of DoubleTree by Hilton Winston Salem - University, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Expedia. Reviewed Oct 28, 2026.
About DoubleTree by Hilton Winston Salem - University
- Property type: Hotel
- 4-star hotel
- DoubleTree
- 5790 University Pkwy, Winston-Salem
- Amenities: Outdoor pool, Activities for kids, Breakfast (extra charge), Restaurant, Bar, Fitness center (free), Parking (free), Self parking (extra charge), Pet-friendly (extra charge), Dogs allowed, Cats allowed, Self-service laundry, Accessible parking, Accessible elevator, Accessible pool, Wi-Fi (free), Wi-Fi in public areas, Meeting rooms
- Check-in from: 16:00
- Check-out by: 11:00
- City page: Hotels in Winston-Salem
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