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Our top choices for Downtown Highlands hotels

A long dining table set with plates, glasses, and cutlery, flanked by wooden chairs.

1. Highlander Mountain House

Highlander Mountain House
3.5 star property
Downtown Highlands
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (306 reviews)
"Very charming hotel in a beautiful location in downtown Highlands."
United States
Chris
The price is Rp3.503.370
Rp3.844.904 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Highlander Mountain House
A hotel with a stone facade, large windows, and a well-maintained garden.

2. The Park On Main

The Park On Main
2.0 star property
Downtown Highlands
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"Wonderful property right on Main Street! Spacious rooms, friendly staff, easy parking, great local made pastries with breakfast and access to coffee/drinks in the lobby. Overall a lovely place and will be back!"
United States
Morgan
The price is Rp6.425.735
Rp7.052.244 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
The Park On Main
A forested area with a fire pit and wooden chairs.

3. Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
4.0 star property
0.5 km from Downtown Highlands
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (358 reviews)
"Worked well for our visit to the mountains."
United States
David
The price is Rp3.754.894
Rp4.120.997 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
A spacious bar area with high ceilings and large windows, offering views of trees and a clear sky.

4. The Skyline Lodge

The Skyline Lodge
2.0 star property
2.9 km from Downtown Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (124 reviews)
"The staff was amazing, our balcony was so private and sweet. The water pressure was amazing too. Loved the quaint feel."
United States
Stacy
The price is Rp4.527.432
Rp4.968.857 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Skyline Lodge
A rustic cabin with a metal roof, a deck with Adirondack chairs, and a fire pit.

5. Outpost Inn

Outpost Inn
3.0 star property
0.7 km from Downtown Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (331 reviews)
"Great stay! Spacious and charming room."
United States
Erin
The price is Rp3.368.625
Rp3.987.238 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Outpost Inn
A wooden deck with a camera on a tripod, overlooking a mountainous landscape with lush greenery.

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Cashiers Sapphire Valley

Hampton Inn & Suites Cashiers Sapphire Valley
2.5 star property
15.5 km from Downtown Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (781 reviews)
"Excellent stay, clean room, very nice staff, beautiful location"
United States
Robert
The price is Rp2.397.563
Rp2.709.246 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites Cashiers Sapphire Valley
A wooden deck with a metal bucket containing a bottle and glasses, and a metal bowl.

7. Hotel Cashiers

Hotel Cashiers
3.5 star property
11 km from Downtown Highlands
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (349 reviews)
"Cute non institutional hotel and great location."
United States
DENNIS
The price is Rp3.142.433
Rp3.550.980 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hotel Cashiers
A modern living room with a stone fireplace, wooden flooring, and black leather furniture.

8. The Wells Hotel Cashiers

The Wells Hotel Cashiers
2.5 star property
11.2 km from Downtown Highlands
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (137 reviews)
"A lovely relaxing stay close to everything"
United States
Jan
The price is Rp3.582.780
Rp4.048.638 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
The Wells Hotel Cashiers
A hotel lobby with a fireplace, two armchairs, a sofa, and a coffee table.

9. Quality Inn Franklin

Quality Inn Franklin
2.5 star property
20.5 km from Downtown Highlands
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (732 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff was great, perfect for our quick get away to see our kid at WCU."
United States
Jennifer
The price is Rp1.976.260
Rp2.228.233 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Quality Inn Franklin
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a mural of a lake and mountains on the wall.

10. Clarion Pointe-Dillard near Blue Ridge Mountains

Clarion Pointe-Dillard near Blue Ridge Mountains
2.5 star property
18.4 km from Downtown Highlands
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Good clean place."
United States
Tony
The price is Rp1.164.197
Rp1.548.093 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Clarion Pointe-Dillard near Blue Ridge Mountains
A large, rustic building with a stone facade, a covered garage, and a classic car parked in front.

11. Dillard House

Dillard House
3.0 star property
19.4 km from Downtown Highlands
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (300 reviews)
"Good stay."
United States
Diksha
The price is Rp2.894.323
Rp3.447.245 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Dillard House
A reception area with a reception desk, a purple sofa, a small round table, and a TV screen.

12. Microtel Inn by Wyndham Franklin

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Franklin
2.0 star property
21.2 km from Downtown Highlands
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"was near were needed to be"
United States
John
The price is Rp1.212.705
Rp1.367.572 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Microtel Inn by Wyndham Franklin
A cozy cabin interior with wooden walls, a gray sofa, a green armchair, and a ceiling fan.

13. Creekside Cabin: Tubing, Trails & Highlands Charm!

Creekside Cabin: Tubing, Trails & Highlands Charm!
3.0 star property
8.3 km from Downtown Highlands
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"We loved this property and it was exactly as described. Perfect for couples or for families, lots of outdoor space and a creek to play in. The owner and property manager were very kind and responsive. Highly recommend!"
United States
Lora
The price is Rp2.928.458
Rp7.194.125 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Creekside Cabin: Tubing, Trails & Highlands Charm!
A Carolina Motel sign, outdoor seating with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a pool area.

14. Carolina Motel

Carolina Motel
2.5 star property
20.6 km from Downtown Highlands
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (697 reviews)
"Great stay with a very friendly staff. We spent 3 nights and it was a very quiet and restful atmosphere. I will stay here again for sure!"
United States
Ken
The price is Rp1.771.506
Rp1.944.183 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Carolina Motel
A breakfast bar with a coffee machine, a microwave, and a fruit basket.

15. Mountain Valley Inn Dillard

Mountain Valley Inn Dillard
2.0 star property
18.8 km from Downtown Highlands
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"This was the cutest little motel. Bananas were too ripe and the rooms need some updating and maintenance. Otherwise I'd stay there again. It was the hub of everywhere I wanted to go at a reasonable price."
United States
Lesley
The price is Rp1.130.960
Rp1.401.887 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Mountain Valley Inn Dillard
A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a patterned rug.

16. Hampton Inn Franklin

Hampton Inn Franklin
2.5 star property
20.4 km from Downtown Highlands
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (507 reviews)
"Service team were great. Breakfast was good. Breakfast area was clean."
United States
Steven
The price is Rp2.637.049
Rp2.973.274 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hampton Inn Franklin
An outdoor pool area with a view of mountains, wooden deck, and seating.

17. Fire Mountain Estate & Club

Fire Mountain Estate & Club
4.0 star property
13.1 km from Downtown Highlands
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (151 reviews)
"E removed out stay, pet friendly, rustic but cozy, cooler temperatures and incredible virws"
United States
Tatiana
The price is Rp24.254.100
Rp50.415.830 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Fire Mountain Estate & Club
A stone staircase leading to a house with a stone chimney and a small glass door.

18. Greystone Inn

Greystone Inn
3.5 star property
24.3 km from Downtown Highlands
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (101 reviews)
"Love the history of the area, the unique white squirrels and blue lightning bugs, wonderful dining, and boat ride around the lake. Very peaceful."
United States
Carey
The price is Rp8.929.102
Rp10.580.716 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Greystone Inn
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a window with blinds.

19. Brook Trout Inn

Brook Trout Inn
3.5 star property
21.2 km from Downtown Highlands
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (615 reviews)
"Such a great place to stay"
United States
Michael
The price is Rp2.932.827
Rp3.277.644 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Brook Trout Inn
A reception desk with a clock, a framed certificate, and a small Christmas tree in the background.

20. Americas Best Value Inn Franklin

Americas Best Value Inn Franklin
2.5 star property
21.7 km from Downtown Highlands
6.8 out of 10, (276 reviews)
"It was clean and it was cheap. All I need from a hotel. I will stay there again."
United States
page
The price is Rp1.298.044
Rp1.463.690 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Americas Best Value Inn Franklin
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Where to stay in Downtown Highlands

Find the best Downtown Highlands areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A calm lake reflecting autumn trees and a clear sky.

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 The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts and Cullasaja River Gorge.

A mountainous landscape with dense forests and a prominent cliff on the right.

Highlands Hills

Though Highlands Hills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bridal Veil Falls and The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts.

A multi-tiered waterfall surrounded by dense green foliage.

Highlands Falls

Highlands Falls might not have many top sights, but Whiteside Mountain and Highlands Biological Station are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A calm river with a waterfall, surrounded by dense forest and houses on the opposite bank.

Lake Sequoyah

While Lake Sequoyah may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bridal Veil Falls and Dry Falls.

A winding road through a forest with a waterfall.

Wildwood Mountain

Wildwood Mountain might not have many top sights, but Old Edwards Club and Whiteside Mountain are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Top Downtown Highlands Hotel Reviews

Bridge Creek Inn

Bridge Creek Inn

10/10 Excellent
"The old building is beautiful! Our room was very clean."
Andrea 1-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Bridge Creek Inn

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Highlands like?
Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Highlands's Downtown Highlands neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Highlands Playhouse as part of your Downtown Highlands travel plans.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Downtown Highlands?
Based on our traveller data, Highlander Mountain House is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Highlands. This inn offers a restaurant and free parking. Another good option for your stay in the neighbourhood is The Park On Main.
How many hotels will I find in Downtown Highlands?
When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Highlands, you can choose from 17 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Highlands.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Highlands, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer in Downtown Highlands.
What is there to do around this Highlands neighbourhood?
Highlands Playhouse is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Downtown Highlands. While you're out sightseeing in Highlands, make sure that you visit other sights such as Highlands Art Gallery or Cullasaja River Gorge.