North Carolina Mountains, NC

Travel Guide

Grandfather Mountain showing a suspension bridge or treetop walkway as well as an individual male
Great Smoky Mountains National Park which includes a waterfall
North Carolina Arboretum
Cataloochee Valley showing a house and a garden
Mingo Falls

Where to stay in North Carolina Mountains

Asheville

Downtown Asheville

4.5/5(969 area reviews)

Travelers to Downtown Asheville praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Pack Square and Wicked Weed Brewing.

Downtown Asheville
I search for interesting businesses in the middle of nowhere. Hole is in an isolated area of the go to city of Asheville,NC. Go here for your donuts.

West Asheville

The picture-perfect mountain views and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to West Asheville. A stop by New Belgium Brewing Company or Asheville Treetops Adventure Park might round out your trip.

West Asheville
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Mirror Lake

5/5(1 area review)

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.

Mirror Lake
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Biltmore Village

Adjacent to the Biltmore Estate entrance, this small village boasts the stunning Cathedral of All Souls and a lively commercial district with eclectic shops and restaurants.

Biltmore Village
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Bear Lake Reserve

While visiting Bear Lake Reserve, you might make a stop by sights like Tuckasegee River and Bear Creek Lake.

Bear Lake Reserve
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South Slope Brewing District

While visiting South Slope Brewing District, you might make a stop by sights like The Orange Peel and Wicked Weed Brewing.

South Slope Brewing District
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort

4 out of 5
777 Casino Drive, Cherokee, NC
The price is NT$2,915 per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
NT$2,915
NT$4,358 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cherokee. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,062 reviews)
"Everything was great except we didn't have a comforter. and the sheets were rough and scratchy."

Reviewed on 2025/7/25

Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort
The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa

The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa

4 out of 5
290 Macon Avenue, Asheville, NC
The price is NT$9,151 per night from Aug 27 to Aug 28
NT$9,151
NT$11,671 total
Aug 27 - Aug 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury resort in Asheville. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,019 reviews)
Most Beautiful Escape
"It was the most beautiful hotel I have ever been to and the staff were so very nice. Everyone staying at the resort seemed so happy to be there."

Reviewed on 2025/7/25

The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa
Clarion Inn Biltmore Village

Clarion Inn Biltmore Village

2.5 out of 5
234 Hendersonville Rd, Asheville, NC
The price is NT$2,179 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
NT$2,179
NT$2,462 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Asheville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,543 reviews)
"it was nice and clean"

Reviewed on 2025/7/25

Clarion Inn Biltmore Village
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Swiss Mountain Village

Swiss Mountain Village

3 out of 5
2324 Flat Top Rd, Blowing Rock, NC
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Blowing Rock. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Tweetsie Railroad and Moses Cone Manor are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (62 reviews)
"The cabin was spacious and clean. The only drawback was that it had a window air conditioner downstairs but nothing upstairs. The bedrooms were warm, but I did find some window fans in a closet that helped somewhat. Luckily, it was raining so the nighttime temps were only in the 70's."

Reviewed on 2025/7/24

Swiss Mountain Village
Nantahala Cabins

Nantahala Cabins

3 out of 5
580 Nantahala Cabins Ln, Bryson City, NC
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly cabin in Bryson City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Bryson City Gem Mine and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (100 reviews)
"Wonderful place to just chill and watch the sun set over the mountains. It’s very peaceful and our fur baby enjoyed tracking deer and weasel."

Reviewed on 2025/6/24

Nantahala Cabins
Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley

Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley

3.5 out of 5
127 B Cherokee Trail, Sapphire, NC
Stay at this 3.5-star golf condo in Sapphire. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (410 reviews)
"The property was clean, safe and great for our family. Please note that the pool and other amenities are over a mile away in a different neighborhood."

Reviewed on 2025/7/9

Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley
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Popular places to visit

Biltmore Estate featuring a park, a statue or sculpture and interior views

Biltmore Estate

Wander through gardens and lush grounds, tour the grand mansion and learn about the history of this opulent estate in Asheville, North Carolina.

Biltmore Estate
Harrahs Cherokee Casino

Harrahs Cherokee Casino

Why not roll the dice by visiting Harrahs Cherokee Casino where you can enjoy the games and entertainment of this top casino in Cherokee? Discover the mountain views and casinos in this quaint area.

Harrahs Cherokee Casino
Grandfather Mountain which includes mountains as well as an individual male

Grandfather Mountain

Walk the Mile High Swinging Bridge, hike along one of the many trails and visit the nature museum at this remarkable mountain near Linville, North Carolina.

Grandfather Mountain
This image I created on campus at Appalachian State University mainly because I liked the way the trees were uniformly spaced apart and obviously deliberately and decoratively planted that way by someone in a way that they thought would be the best choice to garden the campus. This image looks beyond the trees though and shows the town of Boone through scattered buildings of apartments, classes, and downtown, all falling between the trees and the mountain view. This image encapsulates Boone’s almost perfectly balanced ratio of humanity and nature, while the human elements in the image are prevalent through the buildings, they are still overpowered/being seen through nature, which is exactly how I view Boone. #appalachianechoes

Appalachian State University

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Appalachian State University, during your trip to Boone. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its hiking trails.

Appalachian State University
Alumni Tower

Western Carolina University

Explore the campus of Western Carolina University, during your travels in Cullowhee. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Western Carolina University
Awesome experience ~ soaking in natural hot mineral water..

Hot Springs Resort And Spa

You can take time to visit Hot Springs Resort And Spa during your travels to Hot Springs. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.

Hot Springs Resort And Spa

Cities near North Carolina Mountains

Photo by Jennifer Fesperman

Black Mountain

Photo by Scott Blake

Greeneville

Gatlinburg featuring forests and a small town or village

Gatlinburg

Lake Lure

Lake Lure