The Monte Vista Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Black Mountain

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The Monte Vista Hotel in Black Mountain offers an arcade/game room and a library. Enjoy American cuisine at Milton's Black Mountain on-site, and relax in the garden with peaceful views. After exploring, unwind with a drink at the bar.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Showing 9 of 9 rooms

Lodge Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

1937 King Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

1937 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

1937 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(54 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

1937 Double Queen Room - Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
5 bathrooms
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

1937 Family Room with Trundle Bed

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

Lodge - 2 Queen Beds (Connecting)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
2 bathrooms
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

1937 King Vista Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
2 bathrooms
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Lodge King

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
308 West State St., Black Mountain, NC, 28711

What's nearby

  • Black Mountain Center for the Arts - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Swannanoa Valley Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lake Tomahawk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Black Mountain Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Catawba Falls - 17 min drive - 19.4 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Lookout Brewing Company - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Pure And Proper - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Monte Vista Hotel

Property highlights
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden and an arcade/games room at The Monte Vista Hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a library.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • A banquet hall, luggage storage and concierge services
  • Guest reviews say great things the dining options, helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at The Monte Vista Hotel offer perks, such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and free bottled water. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Shower/bath combinations and free toiletries

Similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1937
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25.00

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (9:00 AM - 6:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (7:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 1 November 2025 to 31 August 2026 (dates subject to change).
The property will be renovating from 1 September 2025 to 1 August 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.00 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.00 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Monte Vista Hotel Black Mountain
Monte Vista Black Mountain
The Monte Vista Hotel Hotel
The Monte Vista Hotel Black Mountain
The Monte Vista Hotel Hotel Black Mountain

Frequently asked questions

Is The Monte Vista Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at The Monte Vista Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Monte Vista Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 25.00 (subject to availability).

Where is The Monte Vista Hotel located?

Situated in Black Mountain, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Black Mountain Center for the Arts, Swannanoa Valley Museum and The Merry Wine Market. White Horse Black Mountain and Lake Tomahawk are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

The Monte Vista Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 587 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 260 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super helpful and the hotel is adorable and comfortable. Loved that is was walking distance to everything. We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and unique historic site. Warm and authentic vibe. Friendlly staff. Look forward to returning when the on-site dining option is back up and running.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a really neat hotel in Black Mountain! If we return, we will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very pleasant experience staying at the Monte Vista. The staff was friendly and helpful. The environment was clean and comfortable. Shops and dining was in walking distance. We plan on another visit in the very near future!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Impromptu weekend break
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious and clean; staff was very nice and walked us straight to our room. Staff also provided recommendations for breakfast, since the restaurant was closed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean! Bed was very comfortable, Close to shopping. Quiet!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay. Can’t wait for the new renovation to be ready.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Visente M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the staff…she wore 3 hats…checked in, bar tender and technical assistant Location to downtown was great!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ladson

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice grounds , but restaurant is under renovation … no tv, or updated usb ports in room… but quiet and nice …
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice a quiet stay. Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay and would definitely recommend this sweet little inn for future stays!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Don L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very homey feel.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lura

Historic bed and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

annemarie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good place to stay with very nice employees
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Charming; Great location

Great location; completely charming; attentive staff; you could hear EVERY movement from the room upstairs
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the location and proximity to the town’s restaurants and shops. The environment felt more like staying in a home than a hotel which made for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Irem

If you like vintage hotels it will be a good choice for you.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice!!

Great historic place. Would for sure stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Alberto

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
If you like older construction then you will appreciate this property. It is very charming.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Birthday weekend

Great weekend getaway. The Monte Vista was close enough for us to walk downtown around town.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff helpful and courteous. Close to hub of town. Quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying at the Monte Vista Hotel is a unique experience that takes you back in history to a time when accommodations were more simple. We enjoyed staying in a 1937 Queen room and the proximity to Black Mountain shops and restaurants..
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly and helpful staff. Facilities a little tired. Small bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable, friendly staff, however the bathrooms were not clean enough, cleaning should be very detailed please, there was urine smell coming out of the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024