North Carolina Mountains Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Grandfather Mountain showing a suspension bridge or treetop walkway as well as an individual male
Great Smoky Mountains National Park featuring a cascade
North Carolina Mountains
Cataloochee Valley showing a house and a garden
North Carolina Mountains

Where to stay in North Carolina Mountains

Asheville

Downtown Asheville

4.5/5(3 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

You'll love the majestic mountain landscape in Biltmore Village, and you might want to stick around to check out Historic Biltmore Village, a top place to visit.

Biltmore Village
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South Slope Brewing District

If you're spending some time in South Slope Brewing District, The Orange Peel and Wicked Weed Brewing are top sights worth seeing.

South Slope Brewing District
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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
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Mirror Lake

While Mirror Lake may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cullasaja River Gorge and Highlands Country Club.

Mirror Lake
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort

4 out of 5
777 Casino Drive, Cherokee, NC
The price is 2.349.271 ₫ per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
2.349.271 ₫
3.612.191 ₫ total
16 Oct - 17 Oct
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! (3,010 reviews)
"Great property"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort
Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville by IHG

Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1 Resort Dr, Asheville, NC
The price is 2.692.392 ₫ per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
2.692.392 ₫
3.042.404 ₫ total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star golf hotel in Asheville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,020 reviews)
"Good hotel"

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville by IHG
The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa

The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa

4 out of 5
290 Macon Avenue, Asheville, NC
The price is 12.116.028 ₫ per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
12.116.028 ₫
14.884.212 ₫ total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury resort in Asheville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,017 reviews)
"Set in a beautiful place with lovely views all around. The hotel has history and old charm, but still well maintained. Dining options onsite are yummy. Easy to get to from Asheville airport. And close to exploring nature and downtown Asheville. We will go back."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa
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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 Wi-Fi, free parking and a picnic area. Popular attractions Tweetsie Railroad and Moses Cone Manor are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (96 reviews)
Hidden Gem in the mountains.
"Very nice simple accommodations. Full kitchen with bed and living room. Nice porch and area to grill. Pond for fishing and nice walking."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Swiss Mountain Village
Kasa Downtown Asheville

Kasa Downtown Asheville

3 out of 5
42 Furman Ave, Asheville, NC
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Asheville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Biltmore Estate and Harrah's Cherokee ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (40 reviews)
"One of the best places, my wife and I have ever stayed at place was very clean and comfortable felt like home. The only thing I’d recommend is having hooks on the walls for bath towels."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Kasa Downtown Asheville
4 Seasons at Beech Mountain

4 Seasons at Beech Mountain

2.5 out of 5
608 Beech Mountain Pkwy, Banner Elk, NC
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Banner Elk. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (426 reviews)
"It was a very quiet place. The atmosphere was lovely. The mountain view was was remarkable."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

4 Seasons at Beech Mountain
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Popular places to visit

Biltmore Estate which includes a statue or sculpture, heritage elements and interior views

Biltmore Estate

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Biltmore Estate, a well-known green space in Asheville. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.

Biltmore Estate
Harrahs Cherokee Casino

Harrahs Cherokee Casino

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 showing mountains as well as an individual male

Grandfather Mountain

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
Appalachian State University

Appalachian State University

Explore the campus of Appalachian State University during your trip to Boone. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its hiking trails.

Appalachian State University
Beech Mountain Resort

Beech Mountain Resort

Hit the slopes in Banner Elk with a visit to Beech Mountain Resort. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area or enjoy its hiking trails.

Beech Mountain Resort
Western Carolina University

Western Carolina University

Explore the campus of Western Carolina University during your trip to Cullowhee. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Western Carolina University

Cities near North Carolina Mountains

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Canton

Photo by Scott Blake

Greeneville

Gatlinburg showing forests and a small town or village

Gatlinburg

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Wilkesboro