
The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa
Best for travelers who want historic architecture, a large destination spa experience, and on-property golf.
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The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa is a historic, full-service mountain resort in Asheville with a large subterranean spa and an 18-hole Donald Ross golf course; read this if you want a luxury, activity-rich resort and a destination spa experience. Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville is a large branded IHG resort-style hotel in West Asheville with extensive meeting space and on-site activities; read this if you want a familiar chain property with conference facilities and family-friendly recreation.
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Best for travelers who want historic architecture, a large destination spa experience, and on-property golf.

Best for groups, meetings, and travelers wanting a large, activity-focused IHG resort with easy access to West Asheville attractions.
When The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa wins: choose the Omni if you want a historic, higher-capacity resort with a major subterranean spa, multiple distinctive restaurants, an on-site Donald Ross 18-hole golf course, and classic mountain views.
When Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville wins: choose the Crowne Plaza if you need a branded, conference-ready property with lots of meeting space, accessible recreation (bicycle rentals, hiking/biking trails, and an outdoor seasonal pool), and straightforward IHG-style service at a lower service-level positioning than Omni.
Bottom line: both are resort-style properties in Asheville, but they serve different needs — Omni is the historic, higher-end destination for spa, dining and golf; Crowne Plaza is a large branded activity and conference resort for groups and travelers who prefer an IHG property and on-site recreation.
| Category | The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa | Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Historic, luxury mountain resort with large grounds and classic architecture. | Branded resort-style hotel focused on meetings and on-site activities. |
| Location (Asheville area) | Near downtown Asheville (about 1.5 miles from downtown; Sunset Mountain setting). | In West Asheville (listed as West Asheville; close to local attractions and activities). |
| Size (guest rooms) | 513 guestrooms across three buildings (Main Inn, Vanderbilt Wing, Sammons Wing). | 274 guestrooms (supplier listing). |
| Ages / audience | All-ages resort; family-friendly pools and activities plus an adult-only Club floor and an 18+ spa. | All-ages resort; not adults-only (property notes allow families and children). |
| Pools | Indoor family-friendly pool (year-round) and a seasonal heated outdoor pool; pools for overnight guests only. | Outdoor seasonal pool (listed); other publicly accessible pool details not published. |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple outlets (11 dining outlets listed, including Vue 1913, Blue Ridge buffet, Sunset Terrace, EDISON and several bars). | One main restaurant (Overlook Restaurant) plus a bar/lounge and room service; full breakfast available for a fee. |
| Spa & wellness | The Spa at The Omni Grove Park Inn — ~43,000 sq ft subterranean spa with ~20 water features, treatments, and 18+ access (Spa Day Pass / treatments required for spa pool access). | Not published |
| Known for | Destination spa, historic Great Hall and mountain views, Donald Ross golf course, wide dining options. | Large conference center (365,973 sq ft listed), meeting rooms (11), and on-site adventure/recreation offerings. |
| Meetings & events | Extensive event space (over 86,000 sq ft; multiple ballrooms and many meeting rooms). | Very large conference center and 11 meeting rooms (conference space 365,973 sq ft / 34,000 m² listed). |
| Parking & transit | Covered self-parking and valet (fees apply) and on-property shuttle within the grounds. | Free self parking listed; no dedicated airport shuttle published. |
The Omni sits on Sunset Mountain about 1.5 miles from downtown Asheville with elevated Blue Ridge views.
The Omni offers a mountaintop resort setting close to downtown attractions with internal property transport.
Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville is located in West Asheville with quick access to local attractions and activity options.
Crowne Plaza situates you in West Asheville with straightforward access to local attractions and on-site activities.
The Omni has 513 rooms spread across three distinct buildings and multiple room types from classic rooms to suites and a Club floor.
Choose Omni for more room variety, a Club floor option, and higher room count for large groups.
Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville offers 274 air-conditioned guestrooms with a selection of standard and junior suite options.
Crowne Plaza provides a straightforward set of room types with accessible options and some pool-access rooms.
The Omni supplies many dining options across formal and casual outlets, from a Four Diamond brasserie to pool and grab-and-go venues.
Expect a wide range of dining experiences at Omni, from upscale brasserie dining to casual poolside service.
Crowne Plaza offers on-site American cuisine at Overlook Restaurant with room service and a single bar/lounge.
Crowne Plaza covers the basics with a main restaurant and a bar; it’s a simpler dining setup than Omni.
Omni’s signature amenities include a large subterranean spa and both indoor and seasonal outdoor pools.
Omni centers its resort offering on a destination spa and championship golf alongside family and seasonal pools.
Crowne Plaza provides outdoor seasonal pool access and a range of on-site recreational offerings tied to its resort positioning.
Crowne Plaza focuses on outdoor recreation and rental activities with a seasonal outdoor pool rather than a dedicated destination spa.
Omni combines a full fitness and sports complex with a large 18+ spa and multiple evening entertainment options.
Pick Omni for a broad wellness program plus nightlife options that range from lounges to late-night piano bar shows.
Crowne Plaza lists a 24-hour fitness facility and family-friendly recreation but does not publish a large private spa facility.
Crowne Plaza provides fitness and activity options but does not publish a destination spa or extensive nightlife offerings.

The Omni — 43,000 sq ft subterranean spa with many water features and a program of signature treatments.

Crowne Plaza — very large conference center and 11 meeting rooms, aimed at groups and events.

The Omni — an on-site 18-hole Donald Ross course regularly cited among top courses in the state.

Crowne Plaza — IHG-branded property with family-friendly rooms, bicycle rentals, hiking/biking trails and on-site adventure options.
The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa has a large 43,000-square-foot subterranean spa with many water features; Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville does not publish a comparable spa.
Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville is positioned as a conference-friendly property with a very large conference center and 11 meeting rooms; Omni also has extensive event space but leans toward resort-scale ballrooms and wedding venues.
Neither property is adults-only overall. Omni operates an adult-only Club floor and the Omni spa is restricted to guests 18 and older; Crowne Plaza is listed as family-friendly and not adults-only.
Yes — The Omni operates an 18-hole Donald Ross golf course on property. Crowne Plaza’s listing includes 'Golfing on site' in its amenities, but a signature course is not detailed in the supplier listing.
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