The Mayton

Hotel · Cary

The Mayton

Hotel · Cary

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301 S Academy St, Cary, NC 27511

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Nestled in a charming white-columned building, this sophisticated boutique hotel in Cary boasts cozy rooms, a spa, and a refined restaurant, all just a stroll from the lively downtown park.  

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Kate da Cruz Harvey

Google
I recently stayed at The Mayton Inn in Cary for a business trip and I was thoroughly impressed. From the moment I arrived, the staff went above and beyond to ensure everything was seamless. Every interaction whether at the front desk (Shout out to Lindsey, Dana and Paul), restaurant staff (shout out to Kim) or housekeeping (not forgetting Abdul) it was professional, friendly and accommodating. The hotel itself is stunning. The facilities are top-notch, with beautiful well-appointed rooms and modern amenities that made my stay exceptionally comfortable. The on-site restaurant was a pleasant surprise with delicious food, great ambiance and attentive service. I highly recommend the Poke Bowl! The Mayton is ideally located in the heart of downtown Cary, with charming local shops, cafes and parks just a short walk away. It’s a quiet picturesque area that still offers all the conveniences you’d need during a business or leisure stay. If you’re visiting Cary, whether for work or pleasure, I can’t recommend The Mayton Inn highly enough. Truly a standout experience.

adenasyfrett

Google
We had the best experience at the Mayton! The whole hotel felt luxurious and charming. My husband and I went for anniversary weekend getaway, and it was just perfect. The food at Peck and Plume was delicious, and our room was beautiful and relaxing. I loved all the blues and greens. The bed was soft and comfortable; it was like sleeping in a cozy cloud. It was definitely a wonderful treat to celebrate our anniversary.

jdA883UM

Google
Very comfortable room and bed, nice and cool in very hot weather, immaculately clean room and hotel, great front desk staff (Paul) and restaurant wait staff…unfortunately (and hopefully a rare anomaly) we were awoken early next morning after our overnight stay by a fire alarms throughout the building and had to exit in our PJs waiting outside for a while in the heat, limited breakfast options (e.g. no hot brunch that we were looking forward to) due to issues in kitchen or with oven that caused the alarm? Still would recommend staying here with excellent staff, location and service and attempts to make our stay extra special.

brittanygJ7720BN

Google
An inviting hotel as you enter the lobby. Best customer service and friendliest staff! Our room was very clean, softest blanket, very comfortable bed, and even a bulit-in white noise speaker if needed! Safe, quiet, and convenient location. We had no issues at all during our stay and would love to stay again!

720craig

Google
The Mayton is highly recommended-be it a sales meeting or a weekend getaway. The room was very comfortable and offered the comforts of home. The front desk staff were amazing. I didn't check in until 7 AM after taking a red eye and I was greeted with a very friendly welcome to the Mayton. She even knew me by name.

Trace Palmer

Google
Great experience at this hotel. The two front desk ladies are phenomenal, personable, and made us feel at home. Perfect location in Cary for the Social District. Would definitely book here again.

Nikki Whitt

Google
As a wedding photographer, I've had the pleasure of capturing numerous venues, but The Mayton Inn in Cary, NC, truly stands out, especially after photographing Grace and Jack's heartwarming wedding there in February. This venue not only offers a picturesque backdrop that every photographer dreams of but also excels in creating an intimate and emotional atmosphere that is perfect for small weddings. From a photography standpoint, The Mayton Inn provides diverse and elegant settings that allow for both creative and stunning wedding photos. The transition from the ceremony to the reception was seamless, which is crucial for keeping the day's flow smooth and ensuring that every precious moment is captured without interruption. Additionally, the amenities provided by The Mayton Inn are top-notch. As a photographer, I was particularly impressed with the vendor meal provided—it was beyond what is typically offered, allowing me to stay energized and focused on capturing the day’s events. The staff's professionalism and attention to detail ensured that every aspect of the wedding day went smoothly, reflecting the care and quality The Mayton Inn promises. It’s a gem of a venue for anyone planning a wedding, especially if you’re aiming for a day filled with elegance, emotion, and memorable photographs. If you're looking for a venue that understands the intricacies of a wedding day and works alongside you to make every moment count, The Mayton Inn is the place. I look forward to returning to this splendid venue for future weddings!

Lara

Google
I had high expectations for The Mayton, but my experience was beyond disappointing. This was my first time staying here, and I had heard great things, so I booked a Junior King Suite for $1,100 to decompress after a stressful week without running water due to a major plumbing issue at my home. I was looking forward to a hot bath, a long shower, and a relaxing night with room service—but instead, I was left feeling dismissed, judged, and completely unwelcome. When I checked in, I found that my suite did not have a bathtub, even though that was the only reason I booked that room type. The front desk associate, who was kind and professional, explained that only two suites actually have bathtubs and offered to cancel my reservation if I wished. Instead, I moved to a regular King Room, assuming my bill would be adjusted accordingly. After getting my luggage into the new room, I immediately returned the suite key and inquired about the $400 price difference (since the regular King Room was $700 instead of $1,100). I was told I needed to speak with the manager. This is where the experience completely fell apart. As I waited, I observed the manager cheerfully assisting another guest—offering her a bottle of wine, additional wine glasses, and engaging in friendly, enthusiastic conversation. But when she turned to me, her demeanor completely changed—cold, dismissive, and irritated. She immediately stated that the system wouldn’t allow her to refund the difference. When I calmly explained that I had only booked the suite for the bathtub and since it wasn’t available, I was now in a lower-category room, she rolled her eyes and snapped, “Well, I can put you back in the suite since that’s what you’re paying for.” At that point, I turned to the original front desk associate and asked if I could just cancel my reservation altogether, as he had initially offered. That’s when the manager turned to him, looked at him condescendingly, and said, ‘You offered to cancel the reservation for a full refund?’ in a tone that made it clear she was not happy he had done so. He simply responded yes, and she let out an exaggerated sigh, rolled her eyes again, and reluctantly processed the refund. After she refunded me, I had to go back upstairs to gather my luggage, return the key again, and pack my car to drive home—back to a house with no running water. I was so overwhelmed that I had been crying as I retrieved my things, but when I returned to the desk, I tried to compose myself and hand over the key. I received no apology, no acknowledgment of how I had been treated—nothing. And to make matters worse, as I turned to leave, I must have instinctively started walking the wrong way, and instead of simply letting me find my way, the manager yelled across the lobby, ‘The door is that way,’ making me feel even more humiliated and unwelcome. I also couldn’t shake the feeling that I was being judged from the moment I walked in—maybe because I was wearing jeans and a t-shirt with my hair in a clip (because I hadn’t been able to shower in days due to my home’s plumbing issue), or maybe because of my age. But beyond that, it felt like the manager took actual pleasure in dismissing me. I sincerely hope The Mayton has security cameras at the front desk, because if they review the footage, they’ll see that everything I’ve described here is accurate. I left The Mayton feeling humiliated, frustrated, and disrespected. I had come here hoping to relax, and instead, I left in tears. The front desk associate was helpful, but the manager’s behavior was appalling. No guest should ever be made to feel like an inconvenience for simply expecting fairness and common courtesy. I would never recommend this hotel unless serious changes are made to the way management treats guests.

Donald A.

Yelp
Great hotel, bar, and restaurant. They have heated and covered outdoor patio that's great in the afternoon. Try the espresso martini.

Jacqui C.

Yelp
We enjoyed our stay at the Mayton last year for a wedding. Overall the boutique feel and cleanliness was satisfactory, but being in town for a wedding and staying at the upscale hotel, I expected some basic amenities that were not available here. There was no full length mirror in our room, or a shelf in the shower for personal toiletries, forcing you to put them on the floor of the shower. I hope the Mayton considers these as necessities being a common hotel used for wedding and event guests in the area.

Shelly L.

Yelp
This is my third stay at The Mayton, every room has been different but they are always clean, nicely decorated and cozy. Easy check in process, friendly and helpful staff and nice location for walking to shops restaurants and parks. Parking can be an issue as it's street parking and you're competing with all the other area businesses. The Mayton has a bar and restaurant if you don't want to walk or drive for food and drinks. Nice ambiance and one of our favorite spots in this area.

Gabby G.

Yelp
We needed a place to stay for one night in Cary. Making a reservation at The Mayton was the best decision! Everyone was friendly and accommodating from the minute we checked in.

sharon a.

Yelp
Newly renovated, excellent staff, easy walking distance to restaurants, parks and events; good food in Mayton's restaurant. Close parking can be challenging, extra parking available nearby within one block.

Ashley C.

Yelp
It was great staff was super accommodating and helpful. It was decorated to perfection during the holidays. definitely will stay here again

Alan B.

Yelp
This was my first stay at The Mayton but it won't be the last. The short version is that it's everything I would ask for in a good sized and independently owned hotel. The staff was consistently friendly and helpful; the rooms are large, well appointed and comfortable; the food is excellent; and the location absolutely cannot be beat. Specifically. Location: The hotel is located directly in the center of town. It's walking distance to at least a dozen good places to eat and four nice drinking establishments (at minimum). It's also directly next to the town park which is brand new and lovely. Food: Though the portions are not huge, they're a perfectly reasonable size, and the quality is outstanding. I especially recommend the Southern Eggrolls for a quick bite. Rooms: Spacious (probably due to the age of the building) but completely up-to-date. Coffee maker, refrigerator, and microwave in the room. Bed was comfy but not too soft. Staff: This is where The Mayton really shines. The staff is absolutely professional while still being genuinely friendly and down to earth. I was often greeted by name by the front desk staff, despite only staying four days and not being the sort of demanding guest who gets remembered. Among the staff, one standout was Paul at the front desk. He went above and beyond to help me resolve a business issue that came up during my trip that had nothing to do with the hotel. I'm looking forward to staying at The Mayton the next time I'm in the area.

Thomas M.

Yelp
Restaurant is not good. Service very slow. Not enough staff. We were setting one hour before waiter took our order. He was rushing around doing his best.

Presley S.

Yelp
I am very late writing this review but its better late than never. This was my first time in NC and I asked my siblings what are some great food spots here (because I review and rate a lot of restaurants in Los Angeles). My brother proposed eating here for brunch. So we went and I gotta say I had a blast. The service was great, loved the atmosphere, location, and the engagement. I am not a huge breakfast person but it was very delicious. I forgot the name of the dish but it was the crispy fried apple with cheese and egg on it. I was a little skeptical about the dish but everything taste great. Not too fulling and the flavor was definitely there. Oh and I also asked for a crab cake on the side and I felt like I was in heaven. Overall: Atmosphere: 9/10 (great place to meet up and have fun) Service: 10/10 (our server was engaging and informative of the menu) Quality of Food: 9/10 (can't give a perfect score because I also need to go for dinner hahaha but the quality is there an well prepped) I hope this helps anyone that want to have a good time with friends/family and eating amazing food.

Katie T.

Yelp
I got a deal for a night at the Mayton through Offline Raleigh. It was a great decision for my birthday weekend as my friend and I were able to eat dinner that night in Cary, sleep in, eat brunch and then check out (noon!) before we met some other people in downtown Cary. Paul at the front desk greeted us as soon as we walked in, which was nice. The lobby smells amazing! Check in was a breeze and parking is either on the road or across the street where the old library used to be. Each floor has a different color scheme (team yellow!). Our room seemed to be a mix of modern and traditional decor/appearance. The beds were comfortable, but my friend and I wished they'd had extra blankets available as the cover was not very thick. The only drawback was there are not enough power outlets and mirrors. The closet has mirror doors, but I was unable to do my hair in front of them because there wasn't an outlet close enough. If two ladies are getting ready at once, the bathroom is a bit limiting. Perhaps pack a power strip? Brunch in the Verandah restaurant was delicious. The waiter was very nice but couldn't keep my friend and I's coffee cups filled. A minor issue. He checked in on us often. I ordered the chicken and waffles and my friend got the omelette of the day. We both enjoyed our food. And because we're intelligent women, we did the smart thing and ordered the mimosa pitcher! All in all, we enjoyed our stay and I'm glad I made the Mayton part of my birthday weekend. This would be a great spot to stay for the night once festivals return after COVID, or if you're just looking to have a nice spot to retire to after spending time in downtown Cary.

Ed M.

Yelp
Sat in the bar area with 2 other ppl - three bar staff there and we waited ...and waited... no one came to the table. Finally had to get up and go to the bar and ask for someone to serve us. Finally got drinks but zero follow up for apps etc. bar staff had zero to do but just chatted with each other and ignored us- we finally asked for a bill. Had planned to eat but given the lack of attention we just closed out. So strange - had planned to spend a lot more on dinner but given the poor service to just get a drink, we said NO WAY.

Vikki M.

Yelp
Have stayed here twice. We are locals and we stayed the first time when our HVAC died in the summer. We enjoyed it so much we decided to stay again for our birthday weekend doing a "stacation" so we could walk to all our favorite restaurants and bars. Both times the rooms were very comfortable and uniquely decorated. I adore that they have a white noise system you can adjust to your liking. Also recommend eating at their restaurant, but it is best to have reservations for that. Nice bar, too.

Shelby G.

Yelp
I loved my stay at the Mayton! My boyfriend surprised me when a night here for my birthday and I could not have been more impressed. We stayed at the deluxe king suite I think? It was honestly larger than a downtown Durham apartment I've had in the past! The large tub and cozy king bed made for a comfortable stay. I definitely didn't want to leave and would go again. The best part of our stay was our host Tristen at the bar. The bar was out of tequila due to a wedding the night before (another sign of an incredible event if you were looking at the Mayton for that!) but he made me a special drink himself and called it my birthday special. He was so sweet and kind and genuinely a great server. We had the pimento cheese (I think that is what it was called) at his suggestion and loved every bite. You definitely want to visit the Mayton! It earned every one of the 5/5 stars.

Alleta E.

Yelp
We booked a room New Years Day looking to relax and have dinner at the hotel. Little did we know that the bar and restaurant were closed. Nowhere on the website did it state this and there was no communication about it I after I booked the room. I emailed the manager about our experience and got no response. Needless to say I will not be back

Nneka C.

Yelp
The one-star rating is based on the hostess' behavior. My husband and I have dined at rhe Mayton several times, and we always make reservations.We have never had an issue just going to the bar to get a drink, either. Last night, we went to meet some friends at the bar, and the way the hostess pounced on us was off-putting. We would never return to the Mayton had this been our first experience there. She basically wanted to know everything, but my blood type regarding us meeting our friends there and letting us know we couldn't be there if we didn't have reservations. I looked at her in amusement and said "ok" but if she could read the room, she would know I was really saying "you to need to calm the hell down." I went to the bathroom, called our friend, and we met them for drinks elsewhere. There are way too many options downtown where you can walk in and have drinks. Your hostess needs training on how to communicate because someone will take offense to her behavior and verbally abuse her.

R. E.

Yelp
So far this is my first night and I'm far from impressed. There is no parking! You literally have to drive up and down side streets hoping for a spot. The outlet on the work desk in the room is nonfunctional. So good luck charging you phone or getting work done. I went downstairs for dinner and ordered the Strip loin medium rare and it came well done. This is just the third hour here. Wow. I was at the Marriot a few miles away last weekend and no issues. This was supposedly a step up. If your paying $50+ a plate it could at least be cooked as ordered. The replacement steak was almost just as over cooked.

Karen G.

Yelp
I used to dine at the Mayton Inn often in the past with family, friends and groups from work and always enjoyed. I was disappointed to find out recently when I called to reserve a private room for a family birthday lunch that there as a deposit required AND a room fee AND a minimum amount to be spent. I do understand one of these being required, but not all three for a lunch on a Tuesday. It is no longer the Verandah Restaurant which may be why the changes and new management as well. I will be sadly looking at other locations to plan any group gatherings.

Gray Ghost ..

Yelp
Love this place, neat little boutique hotel right on the square in Cary...don't try it if you're looking for another Hilton or Marriot tho, it's way better !

raviv s.

Yelp
My experience with the reservation of Milton was nothing but disturbing. I was treated rudely and aggressively by Ms. Whitehall. I had a discount code of 20% on standard rate which I booked in person with the total amount of $429, when I spoke to Ms Whithall she told me that the rate for those two days is $490. When I pointed out that the rate I was offered was not a 20% discount from the standard rate as it should have been $392, she began to scream at me and told me she does not have time to deal with me. This service is unacceptable, and I decided to cancel my reservation with the hotel.

Ann L.

Yelp
From the minute you make the reservation to the time you leave, the kindness of the workers, the food quality in the restaurant is spectacular. We just had our son and now daughter in laws wedding there. We had a 4 day weekend, and they couldn't be any more supportive, the rooms and the beds are so comfortable! The bartenders and servers superb! I wish I had more photos, but the blueberry pancakes were a hit! I'd do it all over again, and can't wait to go back for a weekend trip!

Annette B.

Yelp
I cannot rave about this hotel enough! I had such a lovely hotel room (living room, bathroom (huge tub and shower!), bedroom, and kitchenette area! I was truly blown away by how much space I had to myself! Truly a wonderful place. The staff here are absolutely phenomenal and ensure that your visit is a delight. I also have to give high, high praise to the staff working breakfast! Specifically, Kevin went out of his way to make my breakfast and overall visit terrific. (Their food is incredible! I'm still dreaming of the waffle and iced coffee I enjoyed in their library room.) According to him, there are a lot of exciting developments happening in the area, as well! I will definitely have to come back. I cannot recommend the Mayton enough!!

Kat P.

Yelp
For our anniversary we usually go to Europe. With covid and all Hubby pulled it off and surprised me. Stayed here and got couples massage which i "highly recommend". The masseuses were both very professional. Very relaxing. Then we got back to our room - champagne and chocolate strawberries were waiting for us perfectly chilled! It was very romantic. It was a perfect night. Mayton inn staffs made it possible. my husband was very happy to see me in awe. Im an interior designer and i was gasping in awe with all the antiquities items displayed in each hallway. I think we got the king room suite. Again as soon as i came my eyes lit up. Very clean, high ceiling, and the interiors are tasteful and harmonious. I didn't want to leave. Slept beautifully with their comfortable bed. I wont review the food because the restaurant is closed. They have room service its just ok nothing special i think because of covid they have limited selections. Will def be back with the massages. Highly recommend this gem.

Vince M.

Yelp
We decided to turn a Friday afternoon RDU airport pickup into a two-day adventure by staying in downtown Cary's Mayton Inn and exploring the cities quaint offerings. Although it has the the look and feel of a historic inn, it is in fact, only three years old and run with pride by its husband and wife owners. It is  perfectly located at the center of Cary, within easy walking distance to restaurants. There's a lot to like about it, beginning with the spacious and comfortable rooms. We went with the Standard King (for around $190 on Expedia) and found the room to be immaculate and well-appointed. The mattress was comfortable and supportive and the triple sheeting was extra nice. The roomy bathroom had a sparkling clean shower with adequate water pressure. Towels were plush and toiletries were spa quality. The only real shortcoming was that the AC struggled to keep the room cool and was a bit loud. Although we didn't partake, complimentary coffee delivered to your room is available anytime. Service provided by the entire staff (particularly Paul and Patrick) was friendly and attentive. There is a beautiful and airy on-site restaurant, called the Verandah, that serves breakfast (included for hotel guests), lunch and dinner. Our breakfast was delicious. Adjacent to it is a comfy bar and den. There's also an adequate workout room in the basement. One item that we particularly appreciated was their very generous 12 noon checkout time, which allowed us to sleep in, eat a leisurely breakfast and take a second stroll through the downtown park just five minutes away before heading to the airport (which btw is about 10 minutes away.) Overall we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would happily return. If you are visiting the Raleigh area, why not live a little and stay here for just a few dollars more than  your average Embassy Suites or Hampton Inn? I don't think you'd regret it.

Vicky T.

Yelp
A very colorfully bright stay. The lobby itself is beautifully decorated with bright colors and elegant furniture. The staff there are friendly and nice. Wifi is free and works quite well, which is a plus for sure. here's a small gym in the basement with treadmills, weights, and a few other equipment. Their dinning area is beautiful and sweet, great service paired with delicious food (see Verandah's review, spoiler, I gave it 5 stars :) Our room was beautiful as you can see from the photos. The suite included a sink, microwave, refrigerator, couch, 2 TVs; robes and slippers to use. The room was cleaned and neat. The shades are the good kind that completely blocks out the sun which we really appreciated. The location was great too, a walk away from a pretty fountain to the left and lots of restaurants to the right.

Mooka M.

Yelp
What is not to like about this place? It is a fantastic boutique hotel tucked away in a great location in downtown Cary, NC. There are 10-12 great little restaurants and pubs within a 5 minute walk. The rooms are fun and distinctive, the restaurant and bar are great, and the staff are really wonderful. I have held small corporate meetings here with groups of 5-12 colleagues, and they can comfortable handle a pretty decent sized wedding and reception as well. Food is awesome, and I love meeting people in their library for a drinks and finger food. And the room rates are terrific. I have a senior executive who travels here periodically from overseas for visits and he routinely would stay at the Umstead. I suggested the Mayton and it is now his go-to hotel when he is in town. I cannot say enough about this place!

Rhonda W.

Yelp
I stayed here for a fun Girls weekend and was incredibly disappointed by the lack of southern hospitality. Upon arrival there was no formal greeting or assistance with our luggage. The room is mediocre but for this price I'd expect that we're provided with robes and slippers. The room was clean and daily room service was provided. Unfortunately I never found the front desk staff to be friendly. I will not return to this hotel. I love boutique hotels but this place has a lot to learn!

Ann H.

Yelp
Stays at boutique hotels have been a mixed experience for me. Some are barely above a low-end motel but have a trendy name and a nightly rate that probably makes the mortgage payment for the owner's mcmansion. Others are full of surprises and personal touches. Thankfully, Mayton Inn falls into the latter category. Staycation. That's what this visit was all about. From the check-in to the check-out, I was treated as though the staff were glad I was there. There are at least eleven different floorplans, plus the cottage, and if all of them are as nicely appointed as the room I was assigned, you can't go wrong. There's a suite of rooms on one end of the third floor, with a separate sitting area, probably a perfect set up for a group traveling together and wanting to be near friends. Each room has its own noise-masking control, although the hotel was mostly quiet. The valet parking, wi-fi (which worked great), turndown service with a chocolate, and the breakfast at Verandah are all complimentary. The bath amenities are vegetable-based. The tablet in each room makes it easy to order coffee, room service, or a session at the spa. My room had both a small refrigerator and a microwave. There is no coffee in the rooms, but there is a pod coffee maker if you bring your own. Otherwise, room service will deliver freshly brewed coffee at the time of your choice. Mayton Inn brews coffee from Muddy Dog in Morrisville and, as I was told, grinds the beans each day so every cup is fresh. The bed is comfortable, more so than it looked, and felt like a foam mattress or perhaps it was a mattress topper. The tv was about the same width as the bed -- huge -- and had a nice variety of stations. The head of housekeeping, Judy, introduced herself to make sure I had resolution to my self-inflicted check-in issue, Patrick, both the valet and the bellhop was also a life-saver on that same issue and managed to help keep my panic at bay. Mayton Inn is perfectly situated as a base to explore downtown Cary. It's within walking distance of several restaurants, shops, the theater, library and the art center.

Ellen M.

Yelp
Cute boutique hotel and event space. Love the decor and parking is easy. I was there for a private party and everything ran smoothly. The staff was attentive and the food yummy. Afterwards, we sat at the bar and enjoyed the atmosphere there. It can be a little cramped, but it might be because there were many events going on simultaneously that night.

Tara L.

Yelp
This might just be the best "bang for your buck" hotel in the Raleigh-Cary area. First of all, I love Cary. It's so, quaint and sweet. The Mayton Inn reflects that from the moment you pull in to the pillar adorned driveway, to the colorful hallways that lead to your room. Unlike some of the other reviews, I actually experienced amazing service. I arrived after midnight, which is exactly when I would have expected the service to be a bit ghostly. But instead, I pulled up my rental car, and immediately one of the staff walked to the front desk, greeted me and even knew my last name before even walking around the counter to check my reservation. She was warm, knowledgeable (I learned that this building used to be a bank and was briefed further on the property and amenities) and then was actually escorted to my room, just in the spirit of hospitality. Among the amenities, she mentioned complimentary breakfast. No big deal, right? Oh, except for when she mentioned that I could order it to my room from my tablet if I didn't want to come downstairs to eat. (Which is perfect because I don't like interacting with human beings early in the morning!) While I would have been happy with the basic continental breakfast repeat offender menu items, I was shocked and pleased to find a plethora of hot, decadent dishes as part of the complimentary breakfast (without a limit of how many to order.) Yes, there is a small service charge/gratuity, but it's truly one of the most generous complimentary offerings I've experienced in quite some time. Essentially, I ordered two poached eggs on fresh, buttermilk biscuits, with bacon and cheddar cheese, orange juice and coffee and I believe I only had to pay for the juice and gratuity/service. Additionally, you can also book services at their spa on the tablet as well. If you're there for a short stay, you may want to book ahead, but pretty cool that exists. The room itself was simple, clean and cozy but pretty much all I really needed. The orange chocolate truffles on each bed stand didn't hurt either. Plus, valet is also complimentary! I mean, really?! Outside of The Umstead (which I can rarely afford) I've definitely found my new go-to in The Triad, and it's The Mayton Inn!

Dale D.

Yelp
The Verandah Restaurant is on the side of the Mayton Inn building where there is no valet service for fine dining and only one handicapped parking space. They do have 3 eco car battery charging stations. Ordered a Bushmills Black Bush Irish Whiskey with two ice cubes and a splash of water. What I received was not what I ordered and it was presented without a square napkin or coaster at the table. The distinctive taste of the Bushmills was not there. I do not know what I was served. The lunch service begins with a pleasant and nice presentation of a bowl of celeriac soup. I also ordered the grilled bibb lettuce salad, however, the accessory items which included the trout, oysters, and shrimp were neither local Atlantic ocean caught nor locally farm raised to table seafood fare. Nothing was from North Carolina. Maybe they just ignored the "Goodness Grows in North Carolina" concept of locally sourced fine dining. Would have preferred food sources from North Carolina Fresh Caught Seafood but not questionable farm raised from undisclosed locations. I excused myself to find the toilet and found it was not cleaned for restaurant or bar service customers. There was paper towels on the floor and it had a noticeable hole in the wall bashed in by the lavatory door handle in both the men's and women's toilet. Ordered the Southern Style green tomato sandwich which is served with a noticeable hard cooked, fried, well done, hard yolk egg and a side of rough cut with the skin on french fries. Unfortunately the tomatoes lacked flavor and these fries were soggy and cold. The fries were definitely neither pom frites blanched and fried Southern style hot, nor a crispy exterior texture. The side item quarter sliced pickle spear was flaccid and lacked any crispness. The Verandah is a new restaurant to the Cary neighborhood and perhaps the service and food will improve in the near future. The obvious lack of the advertised valet service and only one handicapped parking space or access ramp to the restaurant was a drawback. They do have three Eco car battery charging stations close to the building and three regular parking spaces which is very progressive but parking is a challenge with so few spaces.

Tammy M.

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A great little boutique hotel in the heart of downtown Cary. I wish I could say that we stayed here for the night but we only attended an event in one of their meeting rooms that was just past the restaurant. Everyone we encountered was friendly and helpful. The restaurant area is small and there is some outdoor seating. We will be back when the weather warms up. Our event included several appetizers that were delicious. Wine, beer and some tasty lemonade was also on hand for our event. We parked at the (old Cary Elementary School) Cary Arts Center because they have electric car chargers there., It's about a 2 block walk to the Inn from there. Otherwise, I saw valet parking.

Mari W.

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Stayed here for a short getaway weekend with my husband. The food was wonderful, the rooms was charming, especially all of the little charges. Looking fowrad to the park being completed soon! Cary is so different than i remember!

Julie S.

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I can't explain my love for this hotel! From the perfectly matched vintage and modern decore, down to the amazing team, everything about our Mayton experience was P-E-R-F-C-E-T! We were one of those last minute... low budget... Wedding couples trying to get married in the days of COVID. The team went out of there way to make sure everything was clean and safely spaced (we have a 19 month old who can't wear a mask so this was very important to us). They set aside a beautiful room for us to hold to the ceremony in, I believe it was 202. We even had plenty of space to set up our laptop and live stream the special event. :) After the ceremony we went to the Page room for our champagne toast, cake cutting and dinner. The room was perfect and dinner was absolutely mouth watering amazing! Even with our small budget the team went above and beyond to make us feel like a million bucks! That is the true definition of hospitality. A special thank you to Mallory, Amie, the whole sales team, Bryan our server, and chef! I honestly can't thank you enough for making our wedding day, the best we could have ever imagined!

Samantha E.

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I am so excited that The Mayton opened! I travel to Raleigh for work often and usually stay at the Umstead due to location and hotel type. The Mayton will be my new go to hotel in Raleigh (Cary). Very nice large, well decorated rooms, great bar and restaurant and friendly staff and owners. I actually knew the owners by name before the end of my two night stay. If I lived in Raleigh I would visit this hotel just for the food and bar. Love this place!!

Alexandria P.

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We absolutely love the breakfast/brunch here. The food is always fresh and delicious and staff are always pleasant. Would highly recommend if you're looking for the perfect place to get the best waffles everrrrr...pancakes are amazing also! Totally family friendly or even just a morning out for two, you'll love it!!

Roger K.

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We are all entitled to our own opinions, right? Well... here is mines: Parking: 5 Location: 5 Customer Service: 5 Facility décor/cleanliness: 5 One of my favorite places in Cary! The Mayton is a small family owned establishment where you get a mix of class, elegance and swag all in one place. They offer valet parking and the location is so perfect. The Inn sits in the middle of the downtown portion of Cary and its grand central to so much that the town has to offer. The service is always awesome every time I visit the facility. Attached to the hotel is a restaurant that offers top not cuisine. The facility is always spic and span! I recently stopped thru the front desk to seek a meeting space as they have several available. Great place to get married, enjoy a drink and fall asleep. Check out Mayton! 5 Stars!

P L.

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Queer wedding? Don't bother. We visited several venues in the Triangle area to find a place to do our wedding/ reception. Most of them when they're trying to woo you are very responsive and friendly. Our first visit to the Mayton seemed good enough, but it was so hard to get a response to most of our inquiries after that. Getting information on rooms, prices, menus... seriously over a month to get a response and only after we followed up with them. We get the hint.

D B.

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I went to the Mayton for NYE. We booked a King room. I requested the room with the separate tub but we probably didn't get there early enough to get that one. There is only one separate tub and shower in the building, I was told. The room was nice enough. The front desk was nice enough, I guess. They were not very welcoming considering it was a holiday and we had driven there in the rain. I think I expected more. I've stayed in great rooms in the Caribbean, Europe, Africa, and the US so I've kind of seen it all. The bed did not have many pilllows. I expect lots of plump pillows considering the price of one night at the Mayton. The towels were rough and not very large. Very few amenities as far as lotions or gel soaps. The Mayton doesn't have Terry cloth robes standard in the King rooms which was kind of shocking. They should do a better job at the small touches that I've mentioned. I can't say I would recommend anyone stay at the Mayton for more than a place to lodge while visiting the area.

Ben S.

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Nice boutique hotel, and although I am local and have never stayed overnight here, I have been here twice for drinks and appetizers. The hotel rooms are beautiful inside, and the decor is quite unique. The atmosphere is aesthetically pleasing with carefully chosen furnishings and nice colors. The drinks and food are a little pricey, but you are paying hotel prices for the atmosphere. The verandah is nice, and there is more than one couch and set of chairs to have an intimate gathering in the downstairs dining and bar area. My wife loved her craft cocktail, although it's not anything you couldn't get at another trendy bar. Food was tasty, but there were a lack of healthy options, as this is mostly Southern cuisine. Nice location as you can easily walk to other attractions in downtown Cary. One very disappointing aspect of the hotel was the lack of parking. I was shocked to only see a handful of spots on the side of the building. The hotel should have thought that one through. I would be upset if I were an out of town guest and had to lug my suitcase all the way down the street.

Sean L.

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We spent the night at the Mayton Inn and really loved the experience. We stayed in a queen bed suite which felt more like a cozy, quaint apartment than a hotel room in a good way. Our room was painted light purple (I imagine the other rooms might be different colors) and the decorations and paintings on the wall all matched the purple theme which was nice. The living room had a nice kitchenette. The living room window overlooked the patio outside the Verandah (the Mayton Inn's great restaurant). The furniture of the room was all velvet which I thought was nice though some people might prefer leather or fabric furniture. Both the living room and dining room had a large TV (I think 50 inch) which included a standard cable package plus HBO. The bed was very comfortable to my taste. The bed had a pleasant light firmness which is what I prefer. Don't get me wrong, the bed wasn't stiff at all but it also wasn't one of those super squishy hotel beds that don't provide enough support. The bedroom had two windows, one overlooking the patio and another with a view of the Cary fountain just a couple blocks down the street. I appreciated the turn down nighttime service the Verandah provided. They pull down the blinds for you while you are away and leave you with a piece of chocolate. The bathroom was clean and had a nice modern feel to it. My one minor point of feedback is that I felt that the water pressure in my room could be turned up a bit stronger for the shower and toilet. Overall, I was very impressed by the Mayton Inn. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. The building has a pleasant southern charm to it and the location is very convenient.

Leah M.

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A wonderful place to have dinner, with meals that are top notch.

Ashley C.

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No ambiance, mediocre service at best , cold food , server butchered the specials. Liver mousse was good. Veal chop was atrocious. Great drinks and desserts would go back for just that and sit at bar.

Sean M.

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I traveled to Cary for a work trip and stayed at the Mayton on the recommendation of a co-worker. While the hotel is cute, numerous issues cropped up, including: 1. Despite clearly separating my work card, onto which the room charge was to be put, from my personal card which I gave for incidentals, the entire room was charged to my personal card. While still there I spoke to the front desk about fixing it and was assured that it was resolved. The full charge was still charged to my personal card. 2. I came back to my room one evening after work and discovered that housekeeping had left my room door open - not good! 3. I had to call three times and spend 45 minutes on the phone with the front desk to get a receipt. 4. The door between my room and the adjoining room was so thin that the very loud guest in the next room, who started taking loud speakerphone calls at 7 am and had a shouting conversation with someone in her room at 1am, might as well have been standing right in my room.

Tiffany D.

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A group of friends decided to try this place for Sunday brunch. The restaurant was full, but they offered for us to sit at the bar side. We accepted and were sat quickly. The waiter that they had wasn't very attentive, and seemed rather distracted. We all ordered French toast, egg bowl, frittata etc. The food was good, nothing with a wow factor, but I would recommend to anyone close to the area.

Marjenia W.

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The IMPAC Program says yes!!!! This is an amazing hotel I truly want to thank the staff starting with Amy! The staff makes you feel like you are at home! Top-notch with such a warm-cozy feeling! Thank you for caring about the community!

Michael B.

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I just moved to town and was lucky enough to stay at the Mayton for the past five weeks. Located in historic downtown Cary, my brother's quote when visiting was "I feel like I'm on a movie set." In terms of luxury, comfort, and incredible staff, there is no place better. Their restaurant and bar is incredible. The rooms are clean and incredibly comfortable. Will recommend to all my friends visiting that they make the Mayton part of their stay!

Rian M.

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This place was far from impressive. I'm a frequent traveler and know what a good hotel looks like and this isn't one. The rooms are mediocre and are quite dirty. The maid staff also does the bare minimum and that's if they come at all because there was multiple days we came back to our room still dirty, even when service was requested. The front desk ladies have no hospitality and in my opinion we're quite rude. They also seemed overly concerned with what we were doing during our stay, like they were worried we were doing something against there policy, which wasn't happening. The walls are also paper thin to the point where you could hear everything happening in other rooms, and this didn't bother me till someone noise complained my speaking voice and I got a very rude call from the front desk, like it was somehow my fault. The hotel restaurant isn't too great either and there hours are unaccommodating to when most people eat. I DEFINITELY won't be staying hear again, especially after having to deal with the front desk workers.

Nanci B.

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Cute hotel but they quoted me one price and then switched the price once I arrived at the hotel. In addition, I called the manager, Antoinette, and she never bothered to call me back. It was very disappointing to see customer service is lacking.

Anthony B.

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Purchased gift certificate PreCovid for a "one night luxury stay with breakfast" to be used by April 2020 handwritten on back. Approached in August after Cooper started reopening everything but Mayton refused to honor. Reason? New ownership! Fortunately, Herons and Umstead are nearby.