Hill Top Motel

2718 Gastonia Dallas Hwy, Dallas, NC 28034, Bessemer City, United States

Guest rating: 2.8 / 5

Overview

Hill Top Motel is a motel-style stay in the Bessemer City/Dallas area, listed at 2718 Gastonia Dallas Hwy, Dallas, NC 28034. It has a public rating of 2.8 based on 109 reviews, indicating a mixed guest experience. Star class and on-site amenities are not documented in the available listing data.

Rooms

Guest feedback points to an older, no-frills room inventory, with some remarks about smaller bathrooms. It’s generally described as a quick, practical stop rather than a property chosen for upgraded accommodations. Specific in-room features are not documented.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The motel sits close to local parks and museums, including Rankin Lake Park (~534 m), Gaston County Museum (~2.2 km), and Dallas Park (~2.1 km). Additional nearby options include the African American Museum of History & Culture (~4.4 km) and The Schiele Museum of Natural History & Planetarium / James H. Lynn Planetarium and Science Theater (both ~5.6 km). For outdoor day trips, Crowders Mountain (~10.9 km) and Crowders Mountain State Park (~15.7 km) are within driving distance.

Best for

This motel is best suited to budget-minded travelers who need a quick stop along the Gastonia–Dallas corridor and prioritize convenience over amenities. It can work for short, simple stays near Rankin Lake Park and local Gaston-area attractions, especially for travelers comfortable with an older property.

Travel tips

Use Rankin Lake Park (about a 5–10 minute walk) as a nearby landmark for orienting yourself locally. Many major attractions here are car-distance rather than walkable—plan to drive if you’re visiting places like The Schiele Museum (~5.6 km) or Crowders Mountain State Park (~15.7 km). Given guest comments about room age and bathroom size, consider confirming room expectations before arrival if those factors matter to you.

What guests say

Reviews suggest Hill Top Motel is commonly used as a quick, convenient stop, with some guests highlighting it as a decent option when they need a room in a hurry. Price/value comes up as a point of interest, with the note that rates can vary. On the downside, guests mention the property feels older, and room features like bathroom size may be limited. Overall sentiment is mixed, aligning with its 2.8/5 public rating from 109 reviews.

Check availability · Booking links may earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. Affiliate disclosure