North Carolina Mountains, NC

Travel Guide

Grandfather Mountain showing a suspension bridge or treetop walkway as well as an individual male
Great Smoky Mountains National Park which includes a waterfall
North Carolina Arboretum
Cataloochee Valley showing a house and a garden
Mingo Falls

Where to stay in North Carolina Mountains

Asheville

Downtown Asheville

4.5/5(969 area reviews)

Travelers to Downtown Asheville praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Grove Arcade and Pack Square.

Downtown Asheville
I search for interesting businesses in the middle of nowhere. Hole is in an isolated area of the go to city of Asheville,NC. Go here for your donuts.

West Asheville

The picture-perfect mountain views and abundant 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

Adjacent to the Biltmore Estate entrance, this small village boasts the stunning Cathedral of All Souls and a lively commercial district with eclectic shops and restaurants.

Biltmore Village
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South Slope Brewing District

While visiting South Slope Brewing District, you might make a stop by sights like The Orange Peel and Wicked Weed Brewing.

South Slope Brewing District
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Mirror Lake

5/5(1 area review)

While there might not be top attractions in Mirror Lake, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cullasaja River Gorge and Highlands Country Club.

Mirror Lake
Rainy day in the Appalachian Mountains.

Wolf Laurel

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Wolf Laurel, Hatley Pointe Ski Resort and Big Bald are top sights worth seeing.

Wolf Laurel
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort
4 out of 5
777 Casino Drive, Cherokee, NC
Fully refundable
The price is SAR 210 per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13
SAR 210
SAR 376 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
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! (3,045 reviews)
GREAT TIME!
"Had a great time, lovely facility."

Reviewed on 10 March 2025

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort
The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa
The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa
4 out of 5
290 Macon Avenue, Asheville, NC
The price is SAR 951 per night from Mar 25 to Mar 26
SAR 951
SAR 1,244 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar
Stay at this 4-star luxury resort in Asheville. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
Relaxing time at GPI!
"I had an amazing stay at GPI. I visited the spa and made a day out of it. It was so worth it, and so relaxing. The staff was very friendly and helpful, and the hotel was super clean. I loved that I could open the window! It made sleeping so much better! I didn’t leave the resort the entire weekend. ..."

Reviewed on 5 March 2025

The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa
Graystone Lodge, Ascend Hotel Collection
Graystone Lodge, Ascend Hotel Collection
3 out of 5
2419 NC HWY 105 South, Boone, NC
The price is SAR 398 per night from Mar 24 to Mar 25
SAR 398
SAR 449 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Boone. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (838 reviews)
Great Stay!
"We had a wonderful three-night stay! Our room was immaculate and the beds were incredibly soft. Everything looked so new and upgraded. The shower was amazing. We had a delicious breakfast. The stone fireplace was beautiful. The staff was amazing, kudos to Anna and Ari!! They gave us tips on things ..."

Reviewed on 11 March 2025

Graystone Lodge, Ascend Hotel Collection
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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.
The Highlands at Sugar
The Highlands at Sugar
3 out of 5
2173 Sugar Mountain Drive, Banner Elk, NC
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly apartment in Banner Elk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (717 reviews)
"Very helpful and responsive , beautiful views, clean, will definitely be back!!"

Reviewed on 3 March 2025

The Highlands at Sugar
Swiss Mountain Village
Swiss Mountain Village
3 out of 5
2324 Flat Top Rd, Blowing Rock, NC
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Blowing Rock. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Appalachian Ski Mtn. and Tweetsie Railroad are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (35 reviews)
"Great property to relax outside. Wonderful communication"

Reviewed on 9 March 2025

Swiss Mountain Village
Smoketree Lodge
Smoketree Lodge
3 out of 5
11914 Highway 105, Banner Elk, NC
Stay at this 3-star ski aparthotel in Banner Elk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Grandfather Mountain and Sugar Mountain ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (222 reviews)
"Very clean and comfortable! Will definitely book again!"

Reviewed on 9 February 2025

Smoketree Lodge
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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

Biltmore Estate featuring a park, a statue or sculpture and interior views

Biltmore Estate

5/5(1,849 reviews)

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Biltmore Estate, a well-known green space in Asheville. Experience the area's acclaimed art scene and lively festivals.

Biltmore Estate
Harrahs Cherokee Casino

Harrahs Cherokee Casino

4/5(1,041 reviews)

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
Grandfather Mountain which includes mountains as well as an individual male

Grandfather Mountain

4.5/5(254 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Grandfather Mountain and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Linville. You can seek out the area's hiking trails and ski slopes.

Grandfather Mountain
This image I created on campus at Appalachian State University mainly because I liked the way the trees were uniformly spaced apart and obviously deliberately and decoratively planted that way by someone in a way that they thought would be the best choice to garden the campus. This image looks beyond the trees though and shows the town of Boone through scattered buildings of apartments, classes, and downtown, all falling between the trees and the mountain view. This image encapsulates Boone’s almost perfectly balanced ratio of humanity and nature, while the human elements in the image are prevalent through the buildings, they are still overpowered/being seen through nature, which is exactly how I view Boone. #appalachianechoes

Appalachian State University

4.5/5(363 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe around Appalachian State University, a top college in Boone. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its hiking trails.

Appalachian State University
This top of the line Equestrian Center is a little over a year old. It is already housing big competitors and is sponsored by Rolex. Right now it is free during competition season, but it probably won't be for long.

Tryon International Equestrian Center

4.5/5(37 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Tryon International Equestrian Center during your stay in Rutherfordton. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Tryon International Equestrian Center
Alumni Tower

Western Carolina University

4.5/5(131 reviews)

Explore the campus of Western Carolina University, during your travels in Cullowhee. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Western Carolina University