Elevation Lofts Extended Stay Hotel offers a unique short-term living experience like no other Asheville hotel or furnished apartment.
Designed for guests who appreciate an authentic, but upscale, urban experience, its ideal location, in a fully renovated historic building in the heart of downtown, allows guests to enjoy walking to many of Asheville's most interesting and vibrant attractions.
At the end of each of your amazing days in Asheville, come back to your individually designed and fully furnished apartment unit, with its contemporary loft vibe, unique art, and "urban luxe" décor and amenities.
The History of Asheville
Before European settlement, Asheville was part of the Cherokee Nation. Bearing the name Untokiasdiyi, meaning “Where they race,” the Cherokee people used the area as a gathering place.
Settlement didn’t occur until after the Revolutionary War, in 1784, when Colonel Samuel Davidson and his family arrived, claiming land through a soldier’s grant. The settlement, initially named “Morristown,” was later renamed Asheville in honor of North Carolina Governor Samuel Ashe.
Asheville became an important outpost in the Blue Ridge Mountains, attracting famous travelers like Daniel Boone and Davy Crockett. The city flourished during the railway boom into the 1920s but faced a significant setback during the stock market crash of 1929. However, thanks to a committed urban renewal plan and efforts to maintain the city’s charm, Asheville transformed into the vibrant culture hub it is today.