Heavens Holler Travel Guide
Waynesville
Visit Heavens Holler
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Cataloochee Valley
Spot elk and visit historic buildings while camping, driving and hiking in the tranquil countryside of the Great Smoky Mountains.
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.
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.
LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography
You can spend time exploring the galleries in LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography during your trip to Waynesville. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or seek out the golf courses.
Things to do
Great Smoky & Shenandoah National Park Driving Audio Tour
Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle
Great Smoky Mountains Self-Guided Scenic Drive and Audio Tour
3 - 3.5 HR Smoky Mtn. Cherokee Eco Elk Safari Jeep Adventure
Discover US East Coast Self Guided Audio Tour
Great Smoky & Cades Cove Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle
Top hotels in Heavens Holler
Smoky Falls Lodge
"Parking was a bit of an issue but only when they had live music in the open air covered stage+bar-restaurant and surrounding areas in back of Smoky Falls Lodge by Jonathan’s Creek (i think that is the name of the creek) and the best part…THEY ARE PET FRIENDLY as long as your pet(s) are not disturbing ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Jonathan Creek Inn and Villas
"Had a great plesant stay close to all things of interest"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Clarion Pointe Sylva near Cherokee Area
"Super clean very friendly people very great hospitality. The breakfast was great. We came up for my son to try out for the Western Carolina University football team. And will be back next year as well. We’re definitely staying here."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Maggie Valley - Cherokee Area
"Very standard room that was clean. The pool and hot tub are indoors which was nice for the chilly winter temperatures. Both were very clean and had plenty of chairs and towels to use. The location itself is great, plenty of shops and restaurants within walking distance."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Clarion Hotel Conference Center Maggie Valley
"The hotel has been renovated since our last visit. It has premium hardware in the bathroom, and The shower is roomy with nice features and hygiene products. The daily breakfast was good and the attendants were nice and helpful. The front desk staff were professional and helpful. A new traffic circle ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Econo Lodge Waynesville
"The spectacular mountain views!"
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Heavens Holler
Fairway Hills
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Fairway Hills and surrounding area, you can visit Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Queen's Farm Stables.
Downtown Waynesville
Though Downtown Waynesville may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Queen's Farm Stables.
Ivy Hills
While there might not be top attractions in Ivy Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Queen's Farm Stables and Lake Junaluska Golf Course.
Apple Creek Acres
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Apple Creek Acres and surrounding area, you can visit Queen's Farm Stables and Wheels Through Time Museum.
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.
