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Hotel Sylva

Hotel Sylva
2.0 star property
8.3 km from Western Carolina University
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (153)
"Nice rooms, great stay close to restaurants and shops."
United States
Anne
The price is P7,600
P8,588 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26, 2026
Hotel Sylva

Outland Chalet & Suites Great Smoky Mountains

Outland Chalet & Suites Great Smoky Mountains
4.0 star property
15.4 km from Western Carolina University
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (38)
"Everything was amazing "
United States
calwood
The price is P5,616
P8,670 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Outland Chalet & Suites Great Smoky Mountains

Comfort Inn Sylva - Cullowhee

Comfort Inn Sylva - Cullowhee
2.5 star property
6 km from Western Carolina University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Clean and accommodating for s very late check in. "
United States
Christopher
The price is P5,599
P6,327 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
Comfort Inn Sylva - Cullowhee

Balsam Mountain Inn

Balsam Mountain Inn
2.0 star property
15.2 km from Western Carolina University
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (41)
"Staff and room was perfect!"
United States
Justin
The price is P6,609
P7,468 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Balsam Mountain Inn

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
9.6 km from Western Carolina University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Clean room wonderful pool comfortable breakfast room good food"
United States
Todd
The price is P5,350
P6,046 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG
2.5 star property
10.4 km from Western Carolina University
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Easy check in and freshly remodeled rooms. "
United States
Wendy
The price is P5,405
P6,107 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG

Hampton Inn Franklin

Hampton Inn Franklin
2.5 star property
21.3 km from Western Carolina University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (448)
"Very nice place "
United States
Steven
The price is P6,937
P7,821 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 23 - Jan 24, 2026
Hampton Inn Franklin

Clarion Pointe Sylva near Cherokee Area

Clarion Pointe Sylva near Cherokee Area
2.5 star property
9 km from Western Carolina University
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (603)
"Clean rooms, great staf and breakfast was good also. "
United States
Donnamarie
The price is P4,694
P5,304 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Clarion Pointe Sylva near Cherokee Area

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
2.5 star property
21 km from Western Carolina University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (785)
"Great stay"
United States
Dean
The price is P6,234
P6,951 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

Economy Inn Sylva

Economy Inn Sylva
2.5 star property
8.5 km from Western Carolina University
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (159)
"Service was great and hotel was very clean"
United States
Ashley
Economy Inn Sylva

Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Sylva Dillsboro Area

Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Sylva Dillsboro Area
2.0 star property
10.4 km from Western Carolina University
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1002)
"Clean rooms and great staff."
United States
Jacob
The price is P4,944
P5,586 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Sylva Dillsboro Area

Cherokee Grand Hotel

Cherokee Grand Hotel
2.5 star property
21.3 km from Western Carolina University
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1147)
"Great staff and room"
United States
Joseph
The price is P4,133
P4,753 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Cherokee Grand Hotel

Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination

Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination
4.0 star property
20.7 km from Western Carolina University
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3106)
"Fantastic Stay!"
United States
Steven
The price is P2,773
P5,301 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27, 2026
Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination

Quality Inn Franklin

Quality Inn Franklin
2.5 star property
21.5 km from Western Carolina University
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (663)
"Clean, very comfortable, staff was accommodating."
United States
Kathryn
The price is P5,816
P6,557 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Quality Inn Franklin

Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee

Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee
2.5 star property
20.8 km from Western Carolina University
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Love staying here "
United States
Hayden
The price is P5,763
P6,628 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG
2.5 star property
21 km from Western Carolina University
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"Clean room and good coffee and breakfast "
United States
Heather
The price is P5,816
P6,688 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG

Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino

Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino
2.0 star property
20.9 km from Western Carolina University
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"I really like this place; it's very clean and picturesque."
United States
Nina
The price is P3,982
P4,500 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino

Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino

Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino
2.0 star property
20.7 km from Western Carolina University
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1006)
"Very great stay across from the casino"
United States
andre
The price is P4,641
P5,175 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino

Sapphire Inn

Sapphire Inn
2.0 star property
22.3 km from Western Carolina University
7.2 out of 10, Good, (318)
"The owner was nice. Property is well won but good condition."
United States
Keith
The price is P4,112
P4,636 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Sapphire Inn

Americas Best Value Inn Franklin

Americas Best Value Inn Franklin
2.5 star property
21.4 km from Western Carolina University
6.6 out of 10, (258)
"Great place and staff "
United States
ramiro
The price is P3,745
P4,223 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Americas Best Value Inn Franklin
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What's the area like around Western Carolina University?
Western Carolina University is located in a welcoming area of Cullowhee known for its magnificent mountain views and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 10 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Western Carolina University?
Comfort Inn Sylva - Cullowhee is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located 3.7 mi (6 km) from Western Carolina University.
How many hotels will I find near Western Carolina University?
Expedia has 10 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Western Carolina University.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Western Carolina University, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Western Carolina University.