Optimist Park
Charlotte
Visit Optimist Park
Popular places to visit
Birdsong Brewing Co.
A trendy terrace and patio beside redbrick walls provide an ideal setting to try the various beers of this family-run brewery.
Spectrum Center
Catch an event at Spectrum Center during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Bank of America Stadium
Catch an event at Bank of America Stadium during your trip to Charlotte. Experience the great live music and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Lake Norman
Explore the great outdoors at Lake Norman, a popular spot to commune with nature in Charlotte. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Charlotte Convention Center
In downtown Charlotte check out trade shows, sporting events and conventions at this key venue that features grand ballrooms and dining areas.
Charlotte Motor Speedway
Catch an event at Charlotte Motor Speedway during your trip to Concord. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.
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Top hotels in Optimist Park
Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End
Definitely not a 4 star
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Hilton Charlotte University Place
Clean rooms but staff was horrible. I asked for a lake view I was looking at tress.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
HYATT house Charlotte/Center City
Walked into room, it smelled. Chair was filthy and room had one half used roll of TP. Surfaces in kitchen had been wiped, as you could see streaks of filth. AC in bar/eating area was out in main floor. Which made it kind of miserable to be there. It has location working for it next to Spectrum ...
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Tru By Hilton Charlotte Tyvola I-77
Upon Check In, the 1st room had blood stains on a pillow. I was given another room, and it had a stain on the bathroom floor and the air conditioner smelled like vinegar with cookie pieces broken up in the vent and carpet was lifted in one area. Also had tiny food particles on the floor
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Great Wolf Lodge Concord
I stayed 4 days 3 nights, my room did not get clean not even once.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
315@Loso Hotel
It was quiet and relaxed environment and the front desk at night 12AM also was very friendly and patient will book it everytime i am in Charlotte
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Optimist Park
Lockwood
While Lockwood isn't home to many top sights, Spectrum Center and Bank of America Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
Belmont
While Belmont isn't home to many top sights, Spectrum Center and Bank of America Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
First Ward
Theatres, live music and restaurants highlight some notable features of First Ward. Make a stop by Spectrum Center or Blumenthal Performing Arts Center while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 7th St Station or Davidson Street Tram Stop to get around town.
NoDa
While you're in NoDa, take in top sights like NoDa Brewing Company or Highland Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 36th Street Station or Sugar Creek Station.
Fourth Ward
Travellers choose Fourth Ward for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Mint Street Tram Stop or Gateway Station Tram Stop and check out top sights like Discovery Place.
Plaza Midwood
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Plaza Midwood and surrounding area, you can visit Spectrum Center and Visulite Theatre.
