Highlands, NC

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Where to stay in Highlands

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A town nestled in a valley with a lake, surrounded by mountains.

Downtown Highlands

While there might not be top attractions in Downtown Highlands, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Highlands Playhouse and Cullasaja River Gorge.

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.

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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.

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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.

Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

4 out of 5
96 Log Cabin Lane Highlands NC
The price is NT$6,066 per night from Nov 8 to Nov 9
NT$6,066
NT$6,657 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Highlands. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (363 reviews)
"Very nice and relaxing stay"

Reviewed on 2026/10/5

Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
The Skyline Lodge

The Skyline Lodge

2 out of 5
470 Skyline Lodge Road Highlands NC
The price is NT$8,045 per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
NT$8,045
NT$8,830 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Highlands. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a conference center. Popular attractions Bridal Veil Falls and Cliffside ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (127 reviews)
"Our stay at Skyline Lodge was terrific … the Frank Lloyd Wright motel has been perfectly preserved with a sense of detail, simply beautiful … nestled in nature with hiking nearby and very convenient to downtown. The staff were very friendly and accommodating and Oak Steakhouse was amazing, wonderful ..."

Reviewed on 2026/10/9

The Skyline Lodge
Outpost Inn

Outpost Inn

3 out of 5
790 North 4th St Highlands NC
The price is NT$7,420 per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
NT$7,420
NT$8,765 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this boutique guesthouse in Highlands. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (331 reviews)
"Cool place, nice atmosphere short walk to the center of Highlands reasonably priced comfortable rooms and quiet"

Reviewed on 2026/9/30

Outpost Inn
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Studiores By Marriott Raleigh North

Studiores By Marriott Raleigh North

4 out of 5
6701 Town Center Dr Raleigh NC
Stay at this aparthotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Triangle Town Center and Durant Nature Preserve ...
6.6/10 (12 reviews)
"Clean. Spacious. Friendly staff"

Reviewed on 2026/10/7

Studiores By Marriott Raleigh North
StudioRes by Marriott Leland

StudioRes by Marriott Leland

3 out of 5
1500 Brunswick Village Boulevard Winnabow NC
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Winnabow. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Magnolia Greens ...
StudioRes by Marriott Leland
StudioRes by Marriott Greensboro Airport

StudioRes by Marriott Greensboro Airport

3 out of 5
605 Guilford College Road Greensboro NC
Stay at this aparthotel in Greensboro. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions First Horizon Coliseum and Topgolf are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (70 reviews)
"Good place to stay"

Reviewed on 2026/10/8

StudioRes by Marriott Greensboro Airport
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Stay near popular Highlands attractions

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Dry Falls

9.6/10 (129 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Dry Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Highlands. Discover the area's entertainment venues, or seek out its hiking trails.
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