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Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
248 WBI Drive Dillsboro NC
The price is NZ$172 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
NZ$172
19 Feb - 20 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dillsboro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
The hotel was very clean and staff was very friendly. Great breakfast options as well for a family with kids. We had solid breakfast options during our stay. The staff brought extra covers for the pull out couch making the girls very comfortable overnight. The room was fully equipped with all of ...

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

4 out of 5
96 Log Cabin Lane Highlands NC
The price is NZ$254 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
NZ$254
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Highlands. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (277 reviews)
Everything was fine

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cherokee

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cherokee

2 out of 5
674 Casino Trail Cherokee NC
The price is NZ$127 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$127
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cherokee. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Another great stay.

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cherokee
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Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley

Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley

3.5 out of 5
127 B Cherokee Trail Sapphire NC
Stay at this golf condo in Sapphire. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (451 reviews)
Friendly staff.

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley
Riverfront Cabin, Mountain Views, Fishing, and Hiking!

Riverfront Cabin, Mountain Views, Fishing, and Hiking!

Sylva NC
Stay at this cabin in Dillsboro. Enjoy a garden, balconies and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Oaks Gallery and Jackson County Historic Courthouse ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (138 reviews)
The host was most receptive and quick to answer all the questions I had. The cabin is right on the river with the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad track straight across. It's peaceful and scenic. The cabin is small and warm. I felt welcomed and hope to visit again!

Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

Riverfront Cabin, Mountain Views, Fishing, and Hiking!
Nantahala Cabins

Nantahala Cabins

3 out of 5
580 Nantahala Cabins Ln Bryson City NC
Stay at this family-friendly cabin in Bryson City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Bryson City Gem Mine and Swain ...
9/10 Wonderful! (111 reviews)
Cabin was just right for our needs. It was clean and well appointed. Property management was attentive.

Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025

Nantahala Cabins
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Popular places to visit

Towering observation part of a traditional 19th century factory, Laurel, MD, USA

The Factory

You can take time to visit The Factory during your travels to Franklin. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

The Factory

Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts

Enjoy a show at Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts, a theatre with a story to tell in Franklin. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts

Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine

Find out about the history of Franklin when you spend time at Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine

Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine

You can find out about the history of Franklin when you stop by Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine

Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine

You can find out about the history of Franklin when you stop by Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine

Franklin Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Franklin at Franklin Golf Course. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Franklin Golf Course

Activities

Horseback Riding

Georgia Horseback Ride with Wine Tasting

NZ$474
per adult
Georgia Horseback Ride with Wine Tasting
Bartram Trail Hike plus Wine Tasting

Bartram Trail Hike plus Wine Tasting

NZ$265
per adult
Bartram Trail Hike plus Wine Tasting
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