Embassy Suites Concord
HOTEL · $ · 3.7 km from circuit
All-suite hotel with free breakfast, the closest full-service option to Charlotte Motor Speedway. Charlotte Motor Speedway is a 7-minute drive away. Facilities include pool.
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The heart of NASCAR country. This 1.5-mile quad-oval hosts the Coca-Cola 600, the longest race on the NASCAR calendar, plus the ROVAL road course configuration.
Charlotte Motor Speedway is an oval speedway in Concord, North Carolina. The lap measures 2.414 km (1.5 miles) across 4 corners, run anti-clockwise.
It opened in 1960. Series racing here include NASCAR and Oval. Capacity is around 95,000 spectators.
Bruton Smith and Curtis Turner — a promoter and one of stock car racing's early stars — began building a 1.5-mile superspeedway outside Charlotte in 1959. They broke ground and found granite under the topsoil. Clearing the first turn alone took $70,000 of dynamite, and a $750,000 budget became $2 million.
The first World 600 ran on 19 June 1960, but the debt had already caught them. By the end of 1961 they owed more than a million dollars, and the speedway went into bankruptcy proceedings that cost both men control of it. Turner died in a plane crash in 1970. Smith regained ownership in 1975 and kept it for the rest of his life, turning the track into the sport's most heavily promoted venue and, in 2018, adding the infield road course that makes up the Roval.
4 curated properties, sorted by distance from the circuit
HOTEL · $ · 3.7 km from circuit
All-suite hotel with free breakfast, the closest full-service option to Charlotte Motor Speedway. Charlotte Motor Speedway is a 7-minute drive away. Facilities include pool.
Visit websiteRESORT · $$ · 5.1 km from circuit
Family-friendly resort with indoor water park, 10 minutes from Charlotte Motor Speedway. Facilities include restaurant.
Visit websiteHOTEL · $$$ · 28.3 km from circuit
Five-star luxury in uptown Charlotte, the premier hotel for NASCAR executives on race weekend. The drive to Charlotte Motor Speedway takes about 25 minutes (17.6 miles). Facilities include spa and pool.
Visit websiteBOUTIQUE · $$ · 28.3 km from circuit
Historic 1929 boutique hotel in uptown Charlotte with old-world charm and modern comforts. The drive to Charlotte Motor Speedway takes about 27 minutes (17.6 miles). Facilities include restaurant.
Visit websiteNearest Airport: Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) — approximately 28 km from the circuit
Free parking sits north-west across US-29 near the dirt track, while the Bronze, Silver and Gold lots run about $20 a day or $60 for the weekend. A complimentary shuttle serves gates around the speedway from noon on race days until roughly two hours after the event. Rider Transit stops in Concord connect from central Charlotte without a car.
Hotels near Charlotte Motor Speedway typically sell out 2-4 months before major race weekends, including the NASCAR race. For the best rates and widest selection, book as soon as race dates are officially confirmed. Early bookers can save 30-50% compared to last-minute rates.
Expect to pay $100-300 per night during race weekends, compared to $60-150 during off-peak periods. Properties within 5km of the circuit command the highest premiums. Consider hotels in Concord centre for better value — the slightly longer commute is offset by lower rates, more dining options, and a livelier atmosphere in the evenings.
Flexible cancellation policies are worth the small premium — race weekends can be rescheduled. Many hotels near Charlotte Motor Speedway offer free cancellation up to 48-72 hours before check-in during race weekends.
Visiting Charlotte Motor Speedway for a race weekend? Here are essential tips to make the most of your trip to Concord, North Carolina. The circuit holds up to 95,000 spectators, so plan for large crowds on race day.
Charlotte Motor Speedway is located in Concord, North Carolina. The nearest airport (CLT) is approximately 28 km away. Most hotels near the circuit are within a 5-30 minute drive.
We recommend browsing all 4 curated properties above to find the best match for your budget, travel style, and race weekend plans. Each property has been selected for its proximity to the circuit and quality of service.
Expect to pay $100-300 per night during major race weekends at Charlotte Motor Speedway, compared to $60-150 during off-peak periods. Booking 2-4 months in advance typically secures the best rates.
Yes, Charlotte Motor Speedway provides parking facilities for race weekend visitors. Parking fills up quickly on race day — arriving before 8am is recommended. Many visitors prefer to book hotels with parking included.
For the best rates and availability, book your accommodation 2-4 months before the NASCAR race at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Hotels within 10km of the circuit sell out first.