North Carolina Mountains Travel Guide

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Where to stay in North Carolina Mountains

Asheville

Downtown Asheville

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Downtown Asheville is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Pack Square and Wicked Weed Brewing.

Downtown Asheville
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West Asheville

The captivating mountain views and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to West Asheville. A stop by New Belgium Brewing Company or French Broad River might round out your trip.

West Asheville
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Biltmore Village

Travellers to Biltmore Village praise its majestic mountain landscape. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Historic Biltmore Village and Cathedral Of All Souls.

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Historic Montford

While visiting Historic Montford, you might make a stop by sights like Riverside Cemetery and Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre.

Historic Montford
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Bear Lake Reserve

While visiting Bear Lake Reserve, you might make a stop by sights like Tuckasegee River and Bear Creek Lake.

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East End - Valley Street

While visiting East End - Valley Street, you might make a stop by sights like McCormick Field and Memorial Stadium.

East End - Valley Street
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort
4 out of 5
777 Casino Drive, Cherokee, NC
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$159 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
NZ$159
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cherokee. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,848 reviews)
"This is a great stay. A lot of dining choices rooms are updated."

Reviewed on 31 May 2024

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort
The Omni Grove Park Inn
The Omni Grove Park Inn
4 out of 5
290 Macon Avenue, Asheville, NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$645 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
NZ$645
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Asheville. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Resort with all the amenities you need
"What a beautiful historical resort with all the amenities you could ask for. You will never need to leave the property if you don’t want to! Everything is at your fingertips here. Don’t forget to check out the Sports Complex."

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

The Omni Grove Park Inn
Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville, an IHG Hotel
Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville, an IHG Hotel
3.5 out of 5
1 Resort Dr, Asheville, NC
The price is NZ$181 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
NZ$181
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Asheville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Our stay was nice, but I was charged for my room in addition to being charged by Expedia. The hotel said the fixed the issue, but when I went to check out and asked for a receipt of the changes made the two front desk people said they had no record of changes made and seemed very aloof about helping ..."

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville, an IHG Hotel
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Asheville River Cabins
Asheville River Cabins
3.5 out of 5
318 Wanderlust Ridge, Arden, NC
Stay at this 3.5-star cabin in Arden. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the property condition in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (111 reviews)
"This property is a bird sanctuary! It was so peaceful and a perfect getaway. The cabin with hot tub was comfortable. We enjoyed reading on the front porch, cooking out on the grill, fire pit under the stars at night and most of all the sounds of birds chirping during sunrise. The staff was exceptionally ..."

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Asheville River Cabins
Kasa Downtown Asheville
Kasa Downtown Asheville
2.5 out of 5
42 Furman Ave, Asheville, NC
Stay at this aparthotel in Asheville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Biltmore Estate and Harrah's Cherokee Center ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
"Loved this property with Kasa! Gives you a great place to stay feeling like a little apartment for a great price! The street getting to the property is pretty narrow city street, so just keep a heads up!"

Reviewed on 29 May 2024

Kasa Downtown Asheville
Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley by Capital Vacations
Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley by Capital Vacations
3.5 out of 5
127 B Cherokee Trail, Sapphire, NC
Stay at this 3.5-star golf condo in Sapphire. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (355 reviews)
"Very clean and accommodating."

Reviewed on 22 May 2024

Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley by Capital Vacations
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

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Dollywood

This amusement park owned by country singer Dolly Parton lures fans with its roller coasters and children’s rides, museums and live music and theater shows.

Dollywood
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park

5/5(5 reviews)

America’s most visited national park offers blue mountain ridges, forested hiking trails, a variety of wildlife and bits of Southern mountain history.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park
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Biltmore Estate

Wander through gardens and lush grounds, tour the grand mansion and learn about the history of this opulent estate in Asheville, North Carolina.

Biltmore Estate
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Harrahs Cherokee Casino

5/5(1 review)

Why not roll the dice by visiting Harrahs Cherokee Casino where you can enjoy the games and entertainment of this top casino in Cherokee? Discover the mountain views and casinos in this quaint area.

Harrahs Cherokee Casino
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Grandfather Mountain

Walk the Mile High Swinging Bridge, hike along one of the many trails and visit the nature museum at this remarkable mountain near Linville, North Carolina.

Grandfather Mountain
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Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

From sharks and stingrays, to penguins and octopus, get close to a colorful collection of tropical sea creatures at this walk-through aquarium.

Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies

Activities

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Museum of the Cherokee People Admission Ticket

NZ$13
Per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Museum of the Cherokee People Admission Ticket
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Full Day Private Audio Guided Great Smoky Mountains National Park

NZ$16
Per adult
Full Day Private Audio Guided Great Smoky Mountains National Park
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