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
The price is ₩77,309 per night from Sep 25 to Sep 26
₩77,309
₩138,074 total
Sep 25 - Sep 26
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! (3,021 reviews)
"The property was exceptional. Getting to the property was rough."

Reviewed on Sep 14, 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 ₩513,482 per night from Oct 7 to Oct 8
₩513,482
₩642,579 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Historical property that is beautifully updated! Staff was excellent! Our room had a stunning view!"

Reviewed on Sep 14, 2025

The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa
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 ₩108,964 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
₩108,964
₩123,130 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star golf hotel in Asheville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Amazing place We enjoyed so much"

Reviewed on Sep 14, 2025

Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville by IHG
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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 WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Tweetsie Railroad and Moses Cone Manor are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (89 reviews)
"Older homes subdivided into 2-4 time shares each. Generally quiet although we could hear walking and other noise from the unit above ours. Parking is limited. Access can require some maneuvering depending on the unit you are assigned. Nice fishing pond stocked with trout. Immediately off the BRP. ..."

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

Swiss Mountain Village
Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley

Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley

3.5 out of 5
127 B Cherokee Trail, Sapphire, NC
Stay at this 3.5-star golf condo in Sapphire. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (421 reviews)
"Beautiful area in the mountains. Loved our 2 bedroom cabin was very spacious, had 3 floors, full kitchen and we loved the 2 outdoor decks. They also have a rec center down the road(have to drive there) that has outdoor and indoor pool, hot tubes, arcade and mini golf that’s all included in the rate. ..."

Reviewed on Sep 12, 2025

Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley
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! (228 reviews)
"the room was clean. The mattress was not the best, but OK"

Reviewed on Aug 11, 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

Wander through gardens and lush grounds, tour the grand mansion and learn about the history of this opulent estate in Asheville, North Carolina.

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 which includes mountains as well as an individual male

Grandfather Mountain

Walk the Mile High Swinging Bridge, hike along one of the many trails and visit the nature museum at this remarkable mountain near Linville, North Carolina.

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

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Appalachian State University, during your trip to Boone. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its hiking trails.

Appalachian State University
8/11/2017

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
Alumni Tower

Western Carolina University

Explore the campus of Western Carolina University, during your travels in 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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Lenoir

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Black Mountain

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Morganton

Maggie Valley

Maggie Valley