A92
RELAX INN
6426 N. TRYON ST, Charlotte, NC 28213
Lodging · NC permit/State ID 2060200320
Latest gradeA (92)
Last inspectedFeb 20, 2026
Inspections on record13
On record sinceMar 10, 2014
Score history
Mar 10, 2014Higher is betterFeb 20, 2026
Inspections & violations
Feb 20, 2026 A 92 · 5 violations
#21 · Handwashing sinks supplied and accessible; toilet tissue supplied −2
REPEAT
15A NCAC 18A .1826(a) Handwashing sinks as required in Rule .1825 in this section shall be supplied with hand soap, and either individual, disposable towels; a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. Observed no hand soap or drying device at hand sink in laundry room. REPEAT VIOLATION.
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −2
REPEAT
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed furniture inside guest room #220, #120, #223 all having cigarette burns surfaces.
#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
NO POINTS DEDUCTED
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair.. Observed door frame to bathroom in guest room #120 heavily damaged in need of repair. Observed wall near vanity soiled in need of general cleaning in guest room #120.
#30 · Linen clean and in good repair; two sheets provided for each bed −4
REPEAT
15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest. Observed burned holes on comforters and sheets throughout all rooms in need of replacing.
#33 · Garbage and refuse disposal; facilities maintained
NO POINTS DEDUCTED
5-501.115 A storage area and enclosure for refuse, recyclables, or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean. Observed large dumpster area having large amounts of unnecessary items and debris collected on ground and around dumpster area in need of proper disposal.
Jul 24, 2025 A 92 · 5 violations
#20 · Thermometer provided; test strips provided
15ANCAC 18A. 1824(k) A test kit or other device that measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided by the lodging establishment. Observed no test strips to measure the concentration of sanitizer. -General comment.
#21 · Handwashing sinks supplied and accessible; toilet tissue supplied −2
15A NCAC 18A .1826(a) Handwashing sinks as required in Rule .1825 in this section shall be supplied with hand soap, and either individual, disposable towels; a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. Observed no hand soap or drying device at hand sink in laundry room. REPEAT VIOLATION.
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −2
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed black build up around tub in rooms 222 and 224. Observed staining on pillow case in room 203. REPEAT VIOLATION, improvement made from previous inspection report, points de-escalated.
#28 · Insects and rodents present; live animals prohibited from food preparation, storage, sales, display, or dining
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (i) Maintain premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed flying insects in handsink in room 222. -General comment.
#30 · Linen clean and in good repair; two sheets provided for each bed −4
15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest. Observed hole in linen in rooms 202, 203, and room 224. REPEAT VIOLATION.
Jul 9, 2024 A 90 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: NOTE:
Mr. Willie and Ms. Shital Patel present during the inspection
#14 · Equipment, food and non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −1
REPEAT
15A NCAC 18A .1824(b) Equipment and utensils shall be kept clean and in good repair.- Observed soiled refrigerator in room #112. Soiled ice dispensing machine need details cleaning around the ice chute and basin. Keep clean.
#21 · Handwashing sinks supplied and accessible; toilet tissue supplied −1
15A NCAC 18A .1826(a) Handwashing sinks as required in Rule .1825 in this section shall be supplied with hand soap, and either individual, disposable towels; a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures.- Observed dual purpose of handsink/bucket sink in laundry room without soap and paper towels. The hand sanitizer dispenser was out of order as well at the time of inspection. Ensure to provide hand washing supplies at the sink at all time, and have sanitizer available at the dispenser as the alternative way of hand hygiene.
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −4
REPEAT
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed dust in the light shield cover in restroom #222, 224, need cleaning. Missing light shield cover in restroom 206, need replacement. Observed dusty ceiling vent in restroom 109, need cleaning. Black buildup around bathtub in room 109, detail cleaning needed and keep clean.
#30 · Linen clean and in good repair; two sheets provided for each bed −4
REPEAT
15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest. Observed holes on bedsheets, bed covers, pillow cases, and stain on bed covers in room 223, 222, 224, 206, 112, 109. Need repair or replace. Maintain in good repair.
Jul 11, 2023 A 91.5 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: NOTE:
Ms. Shital Patel presents during inspection
#14 · Equipment, food and non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −0.5
15A NCAC 18A .1824(b) Equipment and utensils shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed soiled refrigerator in room 223, 222, 106. Need cleaning and maintain clean.
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −4
REPEAT
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed dust and debris inside drawers in room 223, 222. Need cleaning. Broken drawer in 106, need repair or replace. Observed soiled and stain on sofa chair need cleaning in room 210. Observed stain at the back of curtains looking into rooms throughout the building. Need cleaning. Observed broken door transitional strip in room 210, need repair or replace.
#30 · Linen clean and in good repair; two sheets provided for each bed −4
REPEAT
15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest. Observed holes on bedsheets, bed covers, pillow cases, and stain on bed covers in room 223, 222, 210, 106. Need repair or replace. Maintain in good repair. Observed stain pillows through out, need cleaning or replace.
#31 · Linen properly handled and stored
15A NCAC 18A .1828( c) Clean linen and supplies shall be stored in cabinets, or on shelves in linen and supply storage rooms. Observed a box of clean linens stored on the floor in storage room across the laundry room, keep clean linens off the floor.
Aug 23, 2022 A 91.5 · 5 violations
#18 · Cooking surfaces of equipment and nonfood-contact surfaces clean −0.5
15A NCAC 18A .1824(e ) Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be clean. Observed black and pink build up on the chute of ice machine located outside laundry room.
#20 · Thermometer provided; test strips provided
15ANCAC 18A. 1824(k) A test kit or other device that measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided by the lodging establishment. Observed in test kit available to measure the strength of sanitizing solution.
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −4
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed AC vents in rooms 112, 201, and 203 with heavy dust accumulation. Observed staining on backside of drapes throughout facility. Observed black build up around the outlining of tub in room 203.
#30 · Linen clean and in good repair; two sheets provided for each bed −4
15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest. Observed blankets with holes in rooms throughout facility (112, 201, 203, 223).
#33 · Garbage and refuse disposal; facilities maintained
5-501.15 Maintain refuse, recyclables, and returnables receptacles with tight-fitting lids, doors, or covers. Observed both sliding doors to dumpster opened during time of inspection.
5-501.115 A storage area and enclosure for refuse, recyclables, or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean. Observed dilapidated chair outside of dumpster.
Aug 10, 2021 A 90 · 5 violations
#17 · Food-contact surfaces cleaned and sanitized; sanitizer maintained as required
15A NCAC 18A .1824 (b) Equipment and utensils shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed brown and pink build up inside ice machine chute located on first floor.
#21 · Handwashing sinks supplied and accessible; toilet tissue supplied
15A NCAC 18A .1826(a) Handwashing sinks as required in Rule .1825 in this section shall be supplied with hand soap, and either individual, disposable towels; a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. Observed no paper towels or hand drying device located at hand sink in laundry room.
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −4
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed staining on mattress in rooms 205 and 222. Observed staining on the back side of drapes throughout facility. REPEAT VIOLATION.
#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean −2
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed ceiling damage over sink located in laundry room. REPEAT VIOLATION.
#30 · Linen clean and in good repair; two sheets provided for each bed −4
15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest. Observed holes on blanket located in room 223. Observed staining on bed linen in rooms 205, 222, and 223. REPEAT VIOLATION.
Mar 25, 2021 A 92 · 6 violations
#18 · Cooking surfaces of equipment and nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Observed interior of microwave near the ice machine in need of cleaning.
**15A NCAC 18A .1824(e ) Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be clean.
#20 · Thermometer provided; test strips provided −2
Observed no test strips on site during the inspection.
**15ANCAC 18A. 1824(k) A test kit or other device that measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided by the lodging establishment.
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −2
Observed mattress staining in rooms 223 and 108. Observed staining on pillow in room 223.
**15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair.
#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Observed ceiling peeling in room 108 and in the Laundry Room.
**15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair.
#30 · Linen clean and in good repair; two sheets provided for each bed −4
Observed blanket with holes in room 223, sheets torn and stained mattress cover in room 224.
**15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest.
#33 · Garbage and refuse disposal; facilities maintained
Observed trash can outside with no lid.
**5-501.15 Maintain refuse, recyclables, and returnables receptacles with tight-fitting lids, doors, or covers.
Feb 24, 2020 A 91 · 4 violations
#14 · Equipment, food and non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
Observed heavy build up of ice in the refrigerator in room 201. Needs to be repaired.
**15A NCAC 18A .1824(b) Equipment and utensils shall be kept clean and in good repair.
#20 · Thermometer provided; test strips provided −1
Observed not chlorine test strips available during inspection. Vendor list provided.
**15ANCAC 18A. 1824(k) A test kit or other device that measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided by the lodging establishment.
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −4
Observed staining on shower curtain in room 202, heavy mattress staining in room 201, and curtain staining in room 224.
**15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair.
#30 · Linen clean and in good repair; two sheets provided for each bed −4
Observed burn holes in the linens during inspection. Needs to be replaced.
**15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest.
Jul 27, 2018 B 87 · 5 violations
#20 · Thermometer provided; test strips provided
NO POINTS DEDUCTED
15ANCAC 18A. 1824(k) A test kit or other device that measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided by the lodging establishment. Observed no test strips for testing Quat sanitizer. (Quat measuring at proper concentration).
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −4
REPEAT
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed trash and misc debris collected underneath drawers in dressers in need of proper cleaning.
Observed carpets in all guest rooms in need of cleaning / replacing.
#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean −2
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed ceiling and walls of laundry room damaged in need of repair. (possible water damage).
#30 · Linen clean and in good repair; two sheets provided for each bed −4
REPEAT
15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest. Observed all bed comforters having numerous burned holes in surfaces in need of replacing.
#34 · Premises maintained to prevent breeding and harborages −3
REPEAT
15A NCAC 18A .1827(a) There shall be no fly or mosquito breeding places, rodent harborages, or undrained areas on the premises.
Observed large amounts of old furnishings piled up behind dumpster on premise providing possible harborage to pest. Observed non-functioning electrical equipment stored on walk-ways between rooms in need of proper disposal.
Jul 10, 2017 B 85.5 · 7 violations
#7 · Fixtures clean and in good repair, provided in each room if required −1.5
Bath, lavatory, and toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1809 (a). Observed soiled shower curtains in rooms 214, 115. Chipped tubs in rooms 204, 107, 115. Burnt toilet seat room 107.
#13 · Hot and cold running water provided (116-128 F) in guestrooms −1.5
Hot water in guest rooms shall be provided at a temperature of no less than 116°F (46.7°C) and no more than 128°F (53.3°C). 15A NCAC 18A .1810 (e). Observed hot water less than 116F throughout.
#17 · Ice machines clean and in good repair; ice machine meet requirements −1.5
Ice Machines, equipment, utensils, and the room or area in which the machines are located shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1811 (c). Observed black residue in ice chute. Clean more frequently.
#20 · Ventilation clean and in good repair −0.5
In the absence of functioning windows, air conditioning and artificial lighting must be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1812 (a). Observed dirty AC filters throughout.
#25 · Sheets, pillowcases, blankets and bed spreads clean and in good repair −4
Repeat Non-Compliance: Bed linens, including sheets, pillow cases, blankets and bedspreads, shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1812 (c). Observed stained, soiled, cigarette burnt, sheets, pillows, bedspreads, mattress covers throughout.
#27 · Furniture, fixtures and accessories clean and in good repair −4
Repeat Non-Compliance: Furniture, fixtures, carpets and other accessories shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1812 (d). Observed stained and burnt mattresses. Chair in room 204 very damaged. Several lamp shades in disrepair or soiled. Drawers in dressers and night stands dirty with loose debris. Dorm fridges need interiors cleaned throughout.
#30 · Storage provided for supplies, linen and equipment; kept clean −1.5
A separate storage area shall be provided for building and ground maintenance equipment and supplies. 15A NCAC 18A .1813 (d). Observed pesticides, cleaning agents, herbicides stored above clean laundry. Store separately and below clean linens. Mislabeled and unlabeled cleaners in spray bottles.
Apr 4, 2016 A 90.5 · 5 violations
#3 · Floors, walls and ceilings clean and in good repair −0.5
Observed the exterior hallway walls with residue and needed cleaning on most exterior halls.
**Floors, walls, and ceilings located in Lobby, Halls, Stairs, and Vending Areas, shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1808 (b).
#13 · Hot and cold running water provided (116-128 F) in guestrooms −1.5
Observed the hot water throughout the facility was at 131F (rooms 105, 115, 223, and 206).
**Hot water in guest rooms shall be provided at a temperature of no less than 116°F (46.7°C) and no more than 128°F (53.3°C). 15A NCAC 18A .1810 (e).
#25 · Sheets, pillowcases, blankets and bed spreads clean and in good repair −2
REPEAT NON-COMPLIANCE - Observerd one bead spread with a hole in room 206. There was a significant imporvement in this category.
**Bed linens, including sheets, pillow cases, blankets and bedspreads, shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1812 (c).
#27 · Furniture, fixtures and accessories clean and in good repair −4
REPEAT NON-COMPLIANCE - Observed athe bottom rung on a chair was broken in room 105, the shower curtain with black residue in room 105 and 115, and draperies were stained and the exterior surface of the refrigerator with residue in room 115.
**Furniture, fixtures, carpets and other accessories shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1812 (d).
#32 · Supplies on carts properly stored, carts clean and stored properly −1.5
Observed several chemical bottles without labels and some with the wrong label.
Observed personal items stored with clean supply items (single service cups, toilet paper, etc.), lost-and-found items stored with clean sheets on housekeeping carts, and chemicals stored with clean supply items on housekeeping carts..
**Items on housekeeping carts shall be arranged in a manner to prevent cross-contamination between soiled and cleaned items. 15A NCAC 18A .1813 (e).
May 12, 2015 A 92 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: #12 Observed ice machine first floor directly plumbed into floor drain. Provide air gap at floor drain. #24 Observed some rooms with 6" fold. Improvement from previous inspection. Provide 6" fold in all rooms. #33 Observed sliding dumpster doors open. Keep dumpster doors closed.**Ms Sefali Patel was present during inspection.
#25 · Sheets, pillowcases, blankets and bed spreads clean and in good repair −4
Repeat Non Compliance: Observed stained, ripped, and or cigarette burns in linen, comforters, blankets, and pillow cases. **Bed linens, including sheets, pillow cases, blankets and bedspreads, shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1812 (c).
#26 · Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair −2
Repeat Non Compliance: Observed hole in wall in room 219, cuts from razor blade in room 110, cracked floor tile behind toilet in room 202, and black residue collecting around tubs throughout facility. **The floors, walls, and ceilings of bedrooms, closets, and storage areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1812 (d).
#27 · Furniture, fixtures and accessories clean and in good repair −2
Repeat Non Compliance: Observed chips in bed side tables, night stands, outside side fridge lining separating in room 210, with black residue collecting at fridge in same room. Observed stained lamp shade in room 218, 107. Observed rip in chair in room 109.**Furniture, fixtures, carpets and other accessories shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1812 (d).
Mar 10, 2014 A 92 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: 13. Observed water at the handsinks in 202 & 223 below 116F.Hot water in guest rooms shall be provided at a temperature of no less than 116°F (46.7°C) and no more than 128°F (53.3°C). 15A NCAC 18A .1810 (e).26. Observed the restroom ceiling peeling in room 108.Observed black buildup around the tub in room 108.Observed tile broken by the tub in room 202.The floors, walls, and ceilings of bedrooms, closets, and storage areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1812 (d).27. Observed debris collecting inside and on the door of the microwave in room 202, and old food left and collecting in the refrigerators in room 108 & 202.Observed hair and debris collecting on the tray where ice bucket is stored in 108 & 224.Furniture, fixtures, carpets and other accessories shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1812 (d).30. Observed boxes stored directly on the floor in the outside storage building. Organize to facilitate cleaning.Cabinets, shelves, and storage rooms shall be constructed to facilitate cleaning and kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .1813 (b).Per N.C. General Statute 130A-248, a Carbon Monoxide Alarm is required to be installed in the following area(s): Rooms 203, 222, Laundry room, & Water Heater room.Mr. Pinkesh Patel present.
#8 · Lavatory and vanity sanitized, testing method available and used −1
Repeat Non-Compliance: Observed the sanitizer bottle on the housekeeping cart at 0ppm chlorine. No housekeepers on site to begin cleaning during inspection.Sanitizing solutions shall consist of iodophors, quaternary ammonium or other chemicals or methods that are equivalent to the action of 50 parts per million chlorine solution. 15A NCAC 18A .1809 (b).
#24 · Two clean sheets on each bed, folded under mattress and over cover 6 inches −3
Repeat Non-Compliance: Observed fold on sheets less than 6 inches.On each bed, the upper sheet shall be folded under the mattress at the lower end and folded over the cover for at least six inches at the top end. 15A NCAC 18A .1812 (c).
#25 · Sheets, pillowcases, blankets and bed spreads clean and in good repair −4
Repeat Non-Compliance: Observed hair and debris on blankets in multiple rooms.Observed stained pillow in room 108.Bed linens, including sheets, pillow cases, blankets and bedspreads, shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1812 (c).
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “RELAX INN” or State ID 2060200320). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.