North Carolina Mountains Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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 Grove Arcade and Pack Square.

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

Travellers to Biltmore Village praise its majestic mountain landscape. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Historic Biltmore Village and Cathedral Of All Souls.

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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 The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts and Highlands Country Club.

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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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Bear Lake Reserve

While visiting Bear Lake Reserve, you might make a stop by sights like Tuckasegee River and Bear Creek Lake.

Bear Lake Reserve
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 Rp1.286.752 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
Rp1.286.752
Rp1.454.029 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
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! (1,003 reviews)
"It was so cute!"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

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

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort

4 out of 5
777 Casino Drive, Cherokee, NC
The price is Rp1.123.920 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp1.123.920
Rp1.865.763 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (2,990 reviews)
"Amazing"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 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 Rp4.424.798 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp4.424.798
Rp5.736.240 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"A wonderful escape. Updating the rooms might be a good next project."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 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! (74 reviews)
"Very accommodating and clean cabins"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 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 Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (415 reviews)
"Was such a beautiful condo with beautiful decks! Definitely a great price and close to everything! We would stay again!"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley
Panther Creek Cabins

Panther Creek Cabins

3 out of 5
3415 Wrights Creek Road, Cherokee, NC
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Cherokee. Enjoy free parking, a casino and a casino shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Harrahs Cherokee Casino and Santa's ...
7.6/10 Good! (106 reviews)
"We loved this place. Although all cabins are on the road, we may have seen 5 cars a day drive by. The property is 3 miles up the mountain from the main drag in Cherokee. We felt secluded. The fire pit in the front is fabulous. We could hear roaring Wright's Creek behind the cabin. The cabin was clean ..."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Panther Creek Cabins
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Popular places to visit

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

Biltmore Estate

4/5(1 review)

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

5/5(1 review)

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

5/5(2 reviews)

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
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

Things to do

Bryson City: Waterfalls and Breweries Tour

Bryson City: Waterfalls and Breweries Tour

Rp2.460.437
per adult
Bryson City: Waterfalls and Breweries Tour
Bryson City: Nantahala River Rafting Guided Duck Adventure

Bryson City: Nantahala River Rafting Guided Duck Adventure

Rp1.241.943
per adult
Bryson City: Nantahala River Rafting Guided Duck Adventure
Bryson City: Tsali Recreation Area Guided Mountain Bike Tour

Bryson City: Tsali Recreation Area Guided Mountain Bike Tour

Rp1.709.921
per adult
Bryson City: Tsali Recreation Area Guided Mountain Bike Tour
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Cities near North Carolina Mountains

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