Mountain Springs Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center

Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center

Learn about the events happening in Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center during your trip to Waynesville. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
Charlotte showing a river or creek and forest scenes

Cataloochee Valley

5/5(2 reviews)

Spot elk and visit historic buildings while camping, driving and hiking in the tranquil countryside of the Great Smoky Mountains.

Cataloochee Valley

Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Explore the great outdoors at Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance, a lovely green space in Waynesville. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area or enjoy its golf courses.

Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Lake Junaluska Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Waynesville at Lake Junaluska Golf Course. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Lake Junaluska Golf Course

Queen's Farm Stables

Meet the animals who live at Queen's Farm Stables during your travels in Waynesville. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area or seek out the golf courses.

Queen's Farm Stables

Balsam Spa

Enjoy a trip to Balsam Spa and popular activities such as golfing in Waynesville. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Balsam Spa

Activities

Rocky Mountain NP & Garden of Gods Self-Guided Driving Tour

Rocky Mountain NP & Garden of Gods Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

NZ$35
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Rocky Mountain NP & Garden of Gods Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Over the Top Tour in Oconaluftee

Over the Top Tour in Oconaluftee

NZ$248
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Over the Top Tour in Oconaluftee
Old Growth Forest Cascade

Old Growth Forest Cascade

NZ$322
per adult
Old Growth Forest Cascade
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Our pick of the best Mountain Springs Hotel Deals

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort
4 out of 5
777 Casino Drive, Cherokee, NC
The price is NZ$208 per night from 1 July to 2 July
NZ$208
1 July - 2 July
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,019 reviews)
"Excellent customer service, room was very clean and spacious. No complaints."

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
2.5 out of 5
1636 Acquoni Rd, Cherokee, NC
The price is NZ$164 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$164
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cherokee. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,683 reviews)
"When we checked out the lady at the desk was very friendly!"

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2025

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee
Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee
2 out of 5
1223 Tsali Blvd, Cherokee, NC
The price is NZ$155 per night from 7 July to 8 July
NZ$155
7 July - 8 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cherokee. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,031 reviews)
"The hotel was very clean and the staff were very friendly and helpful. The breakfast is only a muffin, coffee or juice. There is a very nice dining area but it wasn’t accessible. The air conditioning unit in the room we were in was very loud. We still had a very nice stay."

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2025

Super 8 by Wyndham Cherokee
Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
2.5 out of 5
436 Paint Town Road, Cherokee, NC
The price is NZ$195 per night from 29 June to 30 June
NZ$195
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cherokee. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (497 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
Cherokee Grand Hotel
Cherokee Grand Hotel
2.5 out of 5
196 Paint Town Rd, Cherokee, NC
The price is NZ$199 per night from 3 July to 4 July
NZ$199
3 July - 4 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cherokee. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,015 reviews)
"Room was very clean and water pressure in the shower was very good which made showering enjoyable! Breakfast was just grab and go, nothing special."

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

Cherokee Grand Hotel
Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino
Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino
2 out of 5
125 Tee Pee Drive, Whittier, NC
The price is NZ$119 per night from 29 June to 30 June
NZ$119
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Whittier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an area shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Absolutely love these cabins!! First time trying it and already planning the next trip. Terry was amazing and part of the reason we will be back!!"

Reviewed on 15 Jun. 2025

Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino
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Other neighbourhoods around Mountain Springs

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White Diamond Estates

While White Diamond Estates may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cataloochee Ski Area and Cataloochee Valley.

White Diamond Estates
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Hemphill Heights

While there might not be top attractions in Hemphill Heights, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cataloochee Ski Area and Wheels Through Time Museum.

Hemphill Heights
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Settlers Ridge

While Settlers Ridge may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cataloochee Ski Area and Maggie Valley Festival Grounds.

Settlers Ridge
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Countryside Acres

While Countryside Acres may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Queen's Farm Stables and Lake Junaluska Golf Course.

Countryside Acres
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Maple Springs

Check out nearby sights like Queen's Farm Stables while you're spending some time in Maple Springs and the surrounding area.

Maple Springs
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Glens of Ironduff

Queen's Farm Stables is one noteworthy place to stop while you're exploring Glens of Ironduff and the surrounding area.

Glens of Ironduff

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