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Our top choices for Downtown Highlands hotels

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1. Highlander Mountain House

Highlander Mountain House
3.5 star property
Downtown Highlands
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (282 reviews)
"The staff was absolutely tremendous!! Location was amazing and the accommodations were great. Very unique place, and we loved our stay there."
United States
Christian
The price is £158
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Highlander Mountain House
Exterior

2. The Park On Main

The Park On Main
2.0 star property
Downtown Highlands
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (39 reviews)
"Very clean Excellent staff Inviting fireplace Super pet friendly Great location"
United States
McCord
The price is £267
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
The Park On Main
Front of property

3. Outpost Inn

Outpost Inn
3.0 star property
0.4 mi from Downtown Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (323 reviews)
"We loved how quiet the property was. Easy walk to down town. Room was small but still nice and cosy. We would stay again."
United States
Anna
The price is £113
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Outpost Inn
Property amenity

4. Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
4.0 star property
0.3 mi from Downtown Highlands
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (333 reviews)
"Great place to stay for a visit to Highlands! Lovely rooms, friendly staff and nice outdoor spaces."
United States
Johannes
The price is £162
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Dinner and brunch served

5. The Skyline Lodge

The Skyline Lodge
2.0 star property
1.8 mi from Downtown Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (109 reviews)
"Great place!! Comfortable spacious rooms- lovely courtyard. Great restaurant too!"
United States
Sherry
The price is £202
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
The Skyline Lodge
Reception

6. The Wells Hotel Cashiers

The Wells Hotel Cashiers
2.5 star property
7 mi from Downtown Highlands
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (132 reviews)
"The Cottage was so lovely and the experience with the hotel was seamless. Highly recommend this hotel, which is also well located to anything you may want to do in and around the area."
United States
Amy
The price is £148
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
The Wells Hotel Cashiers
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

7. Clarion Pointe-Dillard near Blue Ridge Mountains

Clarion Pointe-Dillard near Blue Ridge Mountains
2.5 star property
11.5 mi from Downtown Highlands
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"This place was perfect for the week. Hot shower, comfy bed and plenty of parking. Would stay again."
United States
Victoria
The price is £53
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Clarion Pointe-Dillard near Blue Ridge Mountains
Property grounds

8. Carolina Motel

Carolina Motel
2.5 star property
12.8 mi from Downtown Highlands
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (685 reviews)
"Wonderful 2 day getaway. The town of Franklin was like walking back in time -friendly, good eating and all in all a great experience"
United States
Clarence
The price is £73
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Carolina Motel
The Outland Skyhaus | Mountain view

9. Hotel Cashiers

Hotel Cashiers
3.5 star property
6.8 mi from Downtown Highlands
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (339 reviews)
"This place was absolutely beautiful not a single bad thing to say about it."
United States
kenzie
The price is £126
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Hotel Cashiers
Free daily continental breakfast

10. Mountain Valley Inn Dillard

Mountain Valley Inn Dillard
2.0 star property
11.7 mi from Downtown Highlands
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean room, great staff, easy parking.."
United States
Evelyn
The price is £55
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Mountain Valley Inn Dillard
Lobby

11. Microtel Inn by Wyndham Franklin

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Franklin
2.0 star property
13.2 mi from Downtown Highlands
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean quiet."
United States
Arndt
The price is £67
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Microtel Inn by Wyndham Franklin
Lobby

12. Quality Inn Franklin

Quality Inn Franklin
2.5 star property
12.7 mi from Downtown Highlands
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (716 reviews)
"Great breakfast!"
United States
Nancy
The price is £92
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Quality Inn Franklin
Miscellaneous

13. Franklin Terrace Bed and Breakfast

Franklin Terrace Bed and Breakfast
3.0 star property
13.8 mi from Downtown Highlands
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (310 reviews)
"Excellent! We will stay the place again soon."
United States
Chikako
The price is £92
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Franklin Terrace Bed and Breakfast
Front of property

14. Dillard House

Dillard House
3.0 star property
12.1 mi from Downtown Highlands
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (253 reviews)
"Stay was great, restaurant was excellent, great location"
United States
Laura
The price is £112
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Dillard House
Fireplace

15. Colonial Inn Franklin

Colonial Inn Franklin
2.0 star property
12.4 mi from Downtown Highlands
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (549 reviews)
"Beautiful place to stay! Very affordable clean comfortable safe easy access. Nice fire pit outside with plenty of chairs very quiet will definitely stay again."
United States
Melanie
The price is £59
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Colonial Inn Franklin
Property amenity

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Cashiers Sapphire Valley

Hampton Inn & Suites Cashiers Sapphire Valley
2.5 star property
9.6 mi from Downtown Highlands
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (768 reviews)
"Excellent stay, clean room, very nice staff, beautiful location"
United States
Robert
The price is £113
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hampton Inn & Suites Cashiers Sapphire Valley
Reception

17. Sapphire Inn

Sapphire Inn
2.0 star property
13.5 mi from Downtown Highlands
7.2 out of 10, Good, (336 reviews)
"Really enjoyed our stay. Frenchie was very helpful, friendly, and a pleasure to converse with. Rooms are clean, staff are polite and friendly. We will stay there again when we come back to Franklin."
United States
James
The price is £53
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Sapphire Inn
Reception

18. Americas Best Value Inn Franklin

Americas Best Value Inn Franklin
2.5 star property
13.5 mi from Downtown Highlands
6.8 out of 10, (272 reviews)
"Nice people and safe and clean."
United States
Tracy
The price is £71
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Americas Best Value Inn Franklin
Fireplace

19. Brook Trout Inn

Brook Trout Inn
3.5 star property
13.1 mi from Downtown Highlands
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (599 reviews)
"Such a great place to stay"
United States
Michael
The price is £145
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Brook Trout Inn
Suite, 1 King Bed | Iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

20. Americas Best Value Inn Clayton

Americas Best Value Inn Clayton
2.0 star property
17.2 mi from Downtown Highlands
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (962 reviews)
"I have stayed at this place many times over the years as well as a few others close by. Hands down better dollar for dollar value, hassle free lodging."
United States
mark
The price is £72
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Americas Best Value Inn Clayton
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Where to stay in Downtown Highlands

Find the best Downtown Highlands areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A calm lake reflecting autumn trees and a clear sky.

Mirror Lake

While Mirror Lake may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts and Bridal Veil Falls.

A mountainous landscape with dense forests and a prominent cliff on the right.

Highlands Hills

Though Highlands Hills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bridal Veil Falls and The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts.

A multi-tiered waterfall surrounded by dense green foliage.

Highlands Falls

Highlands Falls might not have many top sights, but Whiteside Mountain and The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts 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 may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bridal Veil Falls and Dry Falls.

A winding road through a forest with a waterfall.

Wildwood Mountain

Wildwood Mountain might not have many top sights, but Old Edwards Club and Whiteside Mountain are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Top Downtown Highlands Hotel Reviews

Dillard House

Dillard House

10/10 Excellent
"The Dillard House Restaurant was wonderful! We did breakfast and dinner, both meals offered plenty of tasty, southern style food at a reasonable price. The pool was exceptionally clean. We had a nice and spacious suite. Great place for a weekend visit."
michael 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Dillard House

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Highlands like?
Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Highlands's Downtown Highlands neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Highlands Playhouse as part of your Downtown Highlands travel plans.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Downtown Highlands?
Based on our traveller data, Highlander Mountain House is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Highlands. This inn offers a restaurant and free parking.
How many hotels will I find in Downtown Highlands?
When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Highlands, you can choose from 17 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Highlands.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Highlands, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer in Downtown Highlands.
What is there to do around this Highlands neighbourhood?
Highlands Playhouse is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Downtown Highlands. While you're out sightseeing in Highlands, make sure that you visit other sights such as Highlands Art Gallery or Cullasaja River Gorge.