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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, (307 reviews)
"Very charming hotel in a beautiful location in downtown Highlands."
United States
Chris
The price is P12,198
P13,387 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
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 P22,462
P24,652 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
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, (361 reviews)
"Worked well for our visit to the mountains."
United States
David
The price is P12,448
P13,662 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
A rustic cabin with a metal roof, a deck with Adirondack chairs, and a fire pit.

4. 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 P11,729
P13,882 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Outpost Inn
A spacious bar area with high ceilings and large windows, offering views of trees and a clear sky.

5. The Skyline Lodge

The Skyline Lodge
2.0 star property
2.9 km from Downtown Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (125 reviews)
"It has beautiful views. I loved the heated bathroom floors!"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is P15,763
P17,300 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
The Skyline Lodge
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 P8,720
P9,853 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hampton Inn & Suites Cashiers Sapphire Valley
A reception area with a wooden counter, three black bar stools, and a sign that reads "RECEPTION".

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 P10,941
P12,363 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
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 P11,736
P13,262 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
The Wells Hotel Cashiers
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a mural of a lake and mountains on the wall.

9. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Good clean place."
United States
Tony
The price is P3,801
P5,097 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Clarion Pointe-Dillard near Blue Ridge Mountains
A hotel lobby with a fireplace, two armchairs, a sofa, and a coffee table.

10. Quality Inn Franklin

Quality Inn Franklin
2.5 star property
20.5 km from Downtown Highlands
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (734 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 P7,819
P8,816 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Quality Inn Franklin
A cozy cabin interior with wooden walls, a gray sofa, a green armchair, and a ceiling fan.

11. 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 P10,196
P25,048 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Creekside Cabin: Tubing, Trails & Highlands Charm!
A Carolina Motel sign, outdoor seating with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a pool area.

12. Carolina Motel

Carolina Motel
2.5 star property
20.6 km from Downtown Highlands
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (698 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 P6,193
P6,796 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Carolina Motel
A reception area with a reception desk, a purple sofa, a small round table, and a TV screen.

13. 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 P4,222
P4,761 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Microtel Inn by Wyndham Franklin
A breakfast bar with a coffee machine, a microwave, and a fruit basket.

14. 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, (1,001 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 P3,938
P4,881 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Mountain Valley Inn Dillard
A large, rustic building with a stone facade, a covered garage, and a classic car parked in front.

15. Dillard House

Dillard House
3.0 star property
19.4 km from Downtown Highlands
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (301 reviews)
"Good stay."
United States
Diksha
The price is P10,640
P12,655 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Dillard House
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, (508 reviews)
"Service team were great. Breakfast was good. Breakfast area was clean."
United States
Steven
The price is P9,181
P10,352 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hampton Inn Franklin
A wooden interior with a fireplace, large windows, and outdoor deck.

17. 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 P10,252
P11,458 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Brook Trout Inn
A covered porch with white columns and a view of lush green trees.

18. Franklin Terrace Bed and Breakfast

Franklin Terrace Bed and Breakfast
3.0 star property
22.3 km from Downtown Highlands
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (316 reviews)
"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Room was comfortable, quiet and very clean. Breakfast was great. Will plan another stay there again next time we travel to Franklin,NC."
United States
Tim
The price is P7,193
P8,111 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Franklin Terrace Bed and Breakfast
A reception desk with a clock, a framed certificate, and a small Christmas tree in the background.

19. 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 P4,519
P5,096 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Americas Best Value Inn Franklin
An outdoor pool area with a view of mountains, wooden deck, and seating.

20. 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 P84,445
P175,532 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Fire Mountain Estate & Club
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Where to stay in Downtown Highlands

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

Mirror Lake

While there might not be top attractions in Mirror Lake, you can explore the larger area and discover places 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

While there might not be top attractions in Highlands Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places 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 isn't home to many top sights, Bridal Veil Falls and Dry Falls are some notable places to visit nearby.

A winding road through a forest with a waterfall.

Wildwood Mountain

While Wildwood Mountain isn't home to many top sights, Old Edwards Club and Whiteside Mountain are some notable places to visit nearby.

Top Downtown Highlands Hotel Reviews

Fairway Forest by Coolvacay

Fairway Forest by Coolvacay

10/10 Excellent
"We were so pleased with our accommodations! The lady at check in was super nice and so helpful. We were so pleased with our room! It was so spacious, and we loved that it had "master" area downstairs from some privacy. My grandchildren loved the indoor pool but were disappointed that they could not get in the hot tub because of the age rule in place. We stayed here to attend the WCU game which was just a short drive. Overall we thoroughly enjoyed our weekend. We just needed more time to take advantage of all of the opportunities Sapphire Valley Fairway Forest offered!!"
Shannon 2-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Fairway Forest by Coolvacay

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Highlands like?
Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in Highlands's Downtown Highlands neighborhood. Consider a visit to Highlands Playhouse as part of your Downtown Highlands travel plans.
What's a favorite place to stay in Downtown Highlands?
Based on our traveler 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 neighborhood is The Park On Main.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Downtown Highlands area?
When you want to kick up your feet after a day of exploring the sights in Highlands, you can choose from 17 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Downtown Highlands.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Highlands, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals in Downtown Highlands.
What is there to do around this Highlands neighborhood?
Highlands Playhouse is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Downtown Highlands. While you're out sightseeing in Highlands, be sure to visit other sights like Highlands Art Gallery or Cullasaja River Gorge.

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