The Best Hotels Closest to Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance in Waynesville for 2026

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A porch with a view of a lush green landscape and a mountain in the distance.

A spacious room with wooden floors, white tables, and chairs arranged for dining.

A spacious room with wooden floors, white tables and chairs, large windows, and decorative lighting.

1. Balsam Mountain Inn

1.6 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Karen

NT$2,633

NT$2,975 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A bathroom with a stone wall, a mirror with lights, a sink, and a coffee maker.

A cozy kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A cabin with a wooden exterior, a front porch, and a sign reading 'Stony Creek Cabin.'

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a ceiling fan, and decorative wall art.

2. Stony Creek Motel

9.4 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Kim

NT$2,686

NT$2,981 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

A dining area with a wooden table set for six, surrounded by chairs, a chandelier, and a staircase.

A rustic interior with stone walls, a fireplace, and modern furniture.

A bedroom with a large window, a wooden headboard, and a view of a deck.

A kitchen with wooden beams, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a dishwasher.

3. Wildrest Hotel

9.9 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Adam

NT$2,370

NT$3,533 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel entrance with a covered driveway, stone facade, and landscaped garden.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with a glass table and chairs.

A hotel with a pool, surrounded by well-maintained landscaping and a mountainous backdrop.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a telephone, and a painting on the wall.

4. Best Western Smoky Mountain Inn

6.5 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

John

NT$3,657

NT$4,059 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A balcony with white chairs, a view of a green landscape with trees and a building, and a clear blue sky.

A dining area with a large window, a flat-screen TV, and a red carpet.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a window with curtains, and a view of the outdoors.

A kitchen with a refrigerator, cabinets, and a countertop with various items.

5. Econo Lodge Waynesville

10.5 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Kyle

NT$2,459

NT$2,730 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A covered porch with white columns and a railing, overlooking a lush green landscape with mountains in the distance.

A spacious living room with a large window, a fireplace, and a dining area.

A large, multi-story building with a central dome, surrounded by lush greenery and hills.

A coffee shop counter with a variety of coffee beans, a coffee machine, and a menu board.

6. Lambuth Inn at Lake Junaluska

14.1 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Marsha

NT$2,903

NT$3,223 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A view through a window of a wooded area with a stone wall and a grassy field.

A standard hotel room with a single bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A porch with two rocking chairs and a potted plant, overlooking a street with a red car parked in front of a building with a sign.

A building with a sign reading "Five Star Inn" and an American flag.

7. Five Star Inn

8.3 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Tracy Renee

NT$2,119

NT$2,352 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An indoor swimming pool with a glass ceiling, tiled floor, and seating area.

A modern hotel lobby with a blue sofa, two ottomans, a coffee table, and a framed picture on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a blue sofa set, a small table, and a cart with a laptop.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

8. Comfort Inn near Great Smoky Mountain National Park

8.6 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Randy

NT$2,183

NT$2,423 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a chair, a desk, and a chandelier.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with blue curtains, and multiple chandeliers.

A display case with various baked goods, including cookies and muffins.

An outdoor patio with multiple tables and chairs, string lights, and potted plants.

9. Jarrett House

17.6 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Heather

NT$3,511

NT$3,967 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A deck with outdoor seating overlooking a river, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with balconies.

A river with a stone pathway and a building with a balcony overlooking the river.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and modern furniture.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, metal railings, and a view of the outside through large windows.

10. Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

18.2 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Margaret

NT$3,231

NT$3,651 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, white chairs, and a covered area with large windows.

A reception area with a stone wall, a door, and a sign for Quality Inn & Suites.

A reception area with a brown sofa, a small table with magazines, a stone-textured counter, and a wall with a sign promoting breakfast.

A row of modern multi-story buildings with a uniform architectural style, featuring a mix of stone and stucco exteriors, red roofs, and a central flagpole with an American flag.

11. Quality Inn & Suites Maggie Valley - Cherokee Area

9 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

john

NT$2,076

NT$2,305 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

A motel with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a fire extinguisher.

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A motel with a row of rooms, a parking lot, and a mountain backdrop.

12. Laurel Park Inn

10.1 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Ana

NT$1,918

NT$2,129 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A wooden cabin with a porch, a small garden, and a view of a forested area.

A bar with multiple screens displaying sports events, a counter with bar tools, and several black bar stools.

A river flowing through a wooded area with a grassy bank and wooden posts.

A restaurant interior with wooden tables and black chairs, a bar area, and multiple TVs on the walls.

13. Smoky Falls Lodge

8.4 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Benjamin

NT$1,960

NT$2,176 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered seating area, surrounded by trees and a fence.

A reception area with a granite counter, a plant, and a snack shelf.

A restaurant with a counter, chairs, and a buffet area.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

14. Best Western Mountainbrook Inn

8.9 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Laura

NT$2,487

NT$2,760 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A wooden covered porch with benches, a staircase, and a building in the background.

A wooden interior with a table set for two and six red chairs. Large windows offer a view of a garden and a pond.

A two-story building with a brick facade, a covered porch, and a parking lot.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofa, and a television.

15. Jonathan Creek Inn

9.2 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Ryan

NT$3,218

NT$3,572 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A stone fire pit with a roaring fire in the center, surrounded by a grassy area.

A wooden room with a slanted ceiling, a clothes rack, and a hanging towel.

A motel with a parking lot, outdoor seating, and a mountain backdrop.

A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bed with a blue patterned bedspread, two bedside lamps, and a framed picture on the wall.

16. A Holiday Motel

8.6 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Joel

NT$2,071

NT$2,299 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A river flowing through a wooded area with a building in the background.

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with a beige bedspread, a bedside lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A residential area with houses surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky.

A living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, a television, and a dining table.

17. Maggie Valley Creekside Lodge

8.3 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Chris

NT$3,482

NT$3,865 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a fireplace, and a stone accent wall.

A hotel with a central entrance, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

A long, narrow hallway with large windows on one side, allowing natural light to enter.

A modern bar area with a stone wall, a flat-screen TV, and bar stools.

18. Comfort Inn Sylva - Cullowhee

14.2 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Melvin

NT$3,189

NT$3,604 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A cozy room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a sofa, a dining table with wine glasses and a bottle, and large windows with a view of greenery.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a bookshelf, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A two-story house with a porch and a well-maintained lawn.

A dining table with a vase of flowers, a plate of cookies, and a mug.

19. The Yellow House on Plott Creek Road

5.9 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

william

NT$6,144

NT$6,820 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern bedroom with a large bed, dark wall paneling, two bedside tables, and a window with a view.

A compact living space with a TV, a dining table, a chair, a small refrigerator, and a wardrobe with a hanging rack.

A two-story motel with outdoor seating on the balconies, surrounded by greenery and hills.

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and two bedside tables with lamps.

20. Hotel Sylva

15.4 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Sheryl

NT$4,124

NT$4,944 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

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Compare top hotels near Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Balsam Mountain Inn 1.6 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance View	Stony Creek Motel 9.4 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance View	Wildrest Hotel 9.9 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance View	Best Western Smoky Mountain Inn 6.5 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance View	Econo Lodge Waynesville 10.5 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance View
9.2 Wonderful 129 reviews	9.8 Exceptional 12 reviews	9.0 Wonderful 75 reviews	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	8.4 Very good 765 reviews
NT$2,633 NT$2,975 total includes taxes & fees Nov 1 - Nov 2	NT$2,686 NT$2,981 total includes taxes & fees Nov 11 - Nov 12	NT$2,370 NT$3,533 total includes taxes & fees Nov 1 - Nov 2	NT$3,657 NT$4,059 total includes taxes & fees Nov 1 - Nov 2	NT$2,459 NT$2,730 total includes taxes & fees Nov 16 - Nov 17

Top Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance Hotel Reviews

Five Star Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Room was spacious & clean. Beds & pillows very comfortable. Will stay there again!"

Balsam Mountain Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely setting and interesting places to sit & socialize with other guests and staff. Bed was a bit hard and hotel was well worn, but such a great vibe."

Comfort Inn near Great Smoky Mountain National Park

8/10 Good

"Could use more sitting area."

Grandview Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"We stopped here for the night while traveling, what a charming place! Older house with lots of character, a cozy fireplace in the room, and a hot breakfast the next morning. Super helpful hosts and a great experience!"

Quality Inn & Suites Maggie Valley - Cherokee Area

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was clean with an okay breakfast."

Best Western Smoky Mountain Inn

8/10 Good

"Drive up straight to room door"

Laurel Ridge Country Club

10/10 Excellent

"What an exceptional stay! Easy check in and check out, well stocked with coffee tea toiletries. Extremely clean and well kept! Well done all around!"

Cozy Creek Cottages

10/10 Excellent

"Was pleasantly surprised by this gem of a place! Loved our stay there and would highly recommend it to anyone traveling or wanting to stay for an extended time!! We will definitely be back anytime we are in the area!"

The Yellow House on Plott Creek Road

8/10 Good

"Breakfast was disappointing. A muffin and some French toast with sweet sauce. Property was great. Beautiful place and rooms were very nice"

Other attractions near Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

A mountainous landscape with autumn foliage.

Waterrock Knob

8.4/10 (31 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Waterrock Knob and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Sylva. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in this family-friendly area.

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A building with a large garage door, a parked motorcycle with a sidecar, and another motorcycle in the background.

Wheels Through Time Museum

9.2/10 (237 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Wheels Through Time Museum during your travels in Maggie Valley. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

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Barber Orchard Fruitstand

8.6/10 (21 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Barber Orchard Fruitstand during your trip to Waynesville. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its golf courses.

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Hazelwood Soap Company

You can find out about the history of Waynesville with a trip to Hazelwood Soap Company. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Folkmoot Friendship Center

After visiting Folkmoot Friendship Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Waynesville. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Stompin' Ground

7.8/10 (51 reviews)

You can enjoy the entertainment at Stompin' Ground during your travels to Maggie Valley. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area, or seek out the golf courses.

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Maggie Valley Festival Grounds

8.8/10 (150 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Maggie Valley Festival Grounds during your stay in Maggie Valley. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

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Maggie Valley Opry House

7.2/10 (35 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Maggie Valley Opry House during your trip to Maggie Valley. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area, or enjoy its golf courses.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance?

Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance is located in Waynesville. This scenic area is known for its array of dining options and golfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 10 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance?

Balsam Mountain Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.6 km) from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance. Other good options within a few miles include Best Western Smoky Mountain Inn and The Yellow House on Plott Creek Road.

How many hotels will I find close to Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance?

Expedia has 10 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance.

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Our top choices for Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance hotels

1. Balsam Mountain Inn

2. Stony Creek Motel

3. Wildrest Hotel

4. Best Western Smoky Mountain Inn

5. Econo Lodge Waynesville

6. Lambuth Inn at Lake Junaluska

7. Five Star Inn

8. Comfort Inn near Great Smoky Mountain National Park

9. Jarrett House

10. Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

11. Quality Inn & Suites Maggie Valley - Cherokee Area

12. Laurel Park Inn

13. Smoky Falls Lodge

14. Best Western Mountainbrook Inn

15. Jonathan Creek Inn

16. A Holiday Motel

17. Maggie Valley Creekside Lodge

18. Comfort Inn Sylva - Cullowhee

19. The Yellow House on Plott Creek Road

20. Hotel Sylva

Compare top hotels near Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Balsam Mountain Inn

Stony Creek Motel

Wildrest Hotel

Best Western Smoky Mountain Inn

Econo Lodge Waynesville

Top Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance Hotel Reviews

Five Star Inn

Balsam Mountain Inn

Comfort Inn near Great Smoky Mountain National Park

Grandview Lodge

Quality Inn & Suites Maggie Valley - Cherokee Area

Best Western Smoky Mountain Inn

Laurel Ridge Country Club

Cozy Creek Cottages

The Yellow House on Plott Creek Road

Other attractions near Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Waterrock Knob

Wheels Through Time Museum

Barber Orchard Fruitstand

Hazelwood Soap Company

Folkmoot Friendship Center

Stompin' Ground

Maggie Valley Festival Grounds

Maggie Valley Opry House

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