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, large windows, and decorative lighting.

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

1. Balsam Mountain Inn

1.6 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Tony

NT$2,641

NT$2,984 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A bed with a patterned bedspread, two bedside lamps, and a wooden headboard.

A wooden cabin with a porch, a staircase leading to the entrance, and potted plants.

A lodge with a covered porch, a red car, and a mountainous backdrop.

A cabin interior with a wooden dining table, chairs, a kitchen area with a stove, sink, and refrigerator.

2. Stony Creek Motel

9.4 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Kim

NT$2,694

NT$2,990 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

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.

3. Comfort Inn near Great Smoky Mountain National Park

8.6 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Ronald

NT$2,189

NT$2,430 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

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.

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

4. Lambuth Inn at Lake Junaluska

14.1 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Rebecca

NT$2,900

NT$3,219 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

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 small waterfall in a garden with rocks and greenery.

5. Jonathan Creek Inn

9.2 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

David

NT$3,228

NT$3,583 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A grassy area with a gazebo, trees, and a sign for 'Five Star Inn' with 'CREEK SIDE UNITS' and 'VACANCY' information.

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 kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, and a small refrigerator.

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

6. Five Star Inn

8.3 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Tracy Renee

NT$2,125

NT$2,359 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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

A patio with a fire pit, wicker chairs, and a decorative planter.

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

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

7. Best Western Smoky Mountain Inn

6.5 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Stacey

NT$3,667

NT$4,071 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

A rustic cabin with a stone foundation, surrounded by lush greenery and outdoor seating.

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.

8. Wildrest Hotel

9.9 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Melissa

NT$2,377

NT$3,543 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A campfire in a rocky fire pit surrounded by a forested area with a river in the background.

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.

9. Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

18.2 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Margaret

NT$3,227

NT$3,647 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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

A two-story building with a balcony, a satellite dish, and a stone wall.

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

10. Econo Lodge Waynesville

10.5 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Brenda

NT$2,447

NT$2,716 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

A room with a large window overlooking a residential area and a mountain range.

A wooden playhouse with a ladder, a swing set, and a small pink chair in a landscaped area with a picnic table and a tire swing.

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

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

11. A Holiday Motel

8.6 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Joel

NT$2,077

NT$2,306 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 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.

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

12. Quality Inn & Suites Maggie Valley - Cherokee Area

9 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

john

NT$1,963

NT$2,179 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

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

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.

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

13. Comfort Inn Sylva - Cullowhee

14.2 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Melvin

NT$3,198

NT$3,614 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

An outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs and a fire pit, surrounded by a modern building with large windows and a well-maintained garden.

A modern reception area with a reception desk, a seating area with yellow chairs, and a view of the dining area in the background.

A modern dining area with high tables, orange chairs, and blue patterned booths.

A hotel with a covered entrance, columns, and a sign for Hyatt Express Suites.

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

17.5 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Candace

NT$2,641

NT$2,984 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

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

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

A covered outdoor seating area with chairs, a fire pit, and string lights.

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

15. Laurel Park Inn

10.1 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Ana

NT$1,923

NT$2,135 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A bedroom with two beds, a chandelier, a painting, and a mirror.

A table set for dining with a white tablecloth, clear glassware, and a centerpiece with flowers and candles.

A modern bathroom with a shower, toilet, and sink.

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

16. Jarrett House

17.6 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Heather

NT$3,521

NT$3,979 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 compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a refrigerator. There's a dining table with chairs and a small ottoman.

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

17. Hotel Sylva

15.4 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Sheryl

NT$3,771

NT$4,520 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A lakeside patio with Adirondack chairs and a view of the lake and hills.

A spacious lobby with large windows, comfortable seating, a stone fireplace, and a view of a lake.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a television, a chair, and a view of a lake and mountains.

A pathway alongside a lake with stone railings and pink roses.

18. The Terrace at Lake Junaluska

13.8 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Nancy

NT$4,436

NT$5,235 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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.

19. Best Western Mountainbrook Inn

8.9 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Max

NT$2,577

NT$2,860 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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

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

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

A cozy log cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a television.

20. Smoky Falls Lodge

8.4 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

William

NT$1,966

NT$2,182 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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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	Comfort Inn near Great Smoky Mountain National Park 8.6 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance View	Lambuth Inn at Lake Junaluska 14.1 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance View	Jonathan Creek Inn 9.2 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance View
9.2 Wonderful 132 reviews	9.8 Exceptional 13 reviews	8.8 Excellent 1,003 reviews	8.8 Excellent 665 reviews	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews
NT$2,641 NT$2,984 total includes taxes & fees Oct 26 - Oct 27	NT$2,694 NT$2,990 total includes taxes & fees Nov 23 - Nov 24	NT$2,189 NT$2,430 total includes taxes & fees Nov 15 - Nov 16	NT$2,900 NT$3,219 total includes taxes & fees Nov 19 - Nov 20	NT$3,228 NT$3,583 total includes taxes & fees Nov 8 - Nov 9

Top Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance Hotel Reviews

Best Western Mountainbrook Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Omg, the beds were awesome, the ac was great. Overall, great visit! Highly recommend"

Balsam Mountain Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Will comeback Really nice place"

Smoky Falls Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Room was very clean and everything worked. The maid was very nice and helpful. Restaurant/Bar was better than expected."

Best Western Smoky Mountain Inn

8/10 Good

"Nice place. There is a Hampton Inn being built next door, so they will have to up their game."

Five Star Inn

10/10 Excellent

"It was unique to see the lighting in the ceiling. It provided Perfect lighting day and night!!! The room itself has was spacious and very clean . The staff was friendly and helpful. For a lower cost hotel It was a real bargain. I plan to use this hotel when I return to this area."

Comfort Inn near Great Smoky Mountain National Park

10/10 Excellent

"Everyone polite.. Everything clean Would recommend"

Jonathan Creek Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Everything about this place is beautiful. Just what you expect while staying in the mountains. The stream running behind the hotel was an added bonus. Also, the location of the hotel is great! Pancake house and another restaurant is within walking distance. We enjoyed our stay and would do it again,"

Grandview Lodge

8/10 Good

"We were very pleased with our stay with Grand view B&B. The only thing I can think of was the cake of soap needed to be a little bigger. She was very committed to our needs.We would stay there again. Her and her brother were very attentive."

Quality Inn & Suites Maggie Valley - Cherokee Area

10/10 Excellent

"Clean center of Maggie Valley. Did not use breakfast. Motorcycle friendly."

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. Comfort Inn near Great Smoky Mountain National Park

4. Lambuth Inn at Lake Junaluska

5. Jonathan Creek Inn

6. Five Star Inn

7. Best Western Smoky Mountain Inn

8. Wildrest Hotel

9. Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

10. Econo Lodge Waynesville

11. A Holiday Motel

12. Quality Inn & Suites Maggie Valley - Cherokee Area

13. Comfort Inn Sylva - Cullowhee

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

15. Laurel Park Inn

16. Jarrett House

17. Hotel Sylva

18. The Terrace at Lake Junaluska

19. Best Western Mountainbrook Inn

20. Smoky Falls Lodge

Compare top hotels near Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Balsam Mountain Inn

Stony Creek Motel

Comfort Inn near Great Smoky Mountain National Park

Lambuth Inn at Lake Junaluska

Jonathan Creek Inn

Top Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance Hotel Reviews

Best Western Mountainbrook Inn

Balsam Mountain Inn

Smoky Falls Lodge

Best Western Smoky Mountain Inn

Five Star Inn

Comfort Inn near Great Smoky Mountain National Park

Jonathan Creek Inn

Grandview Lodge

Quality Inn & Suites Maggie Valley - Cherokee Area

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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