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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, (310 reviews)
"Very charming hotel in a beautiful location in downtown Highlands."
United States
Chris
The price is £123
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Highlander Mountain House
A hotel with a stone facade, large windows, and a well-maintained garden.

2. The Park On Main

The Park On Main
2.0 star property
Downtown Highlands
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"Wonderful property right on Main Street! Spacious rooms, friendly staff, easy parking, great local made pastries with breakfast and access to coffee/drinks in the lobby. Overall a lovely place and will be back!"
United States
Morgan
The price is £226
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Park On Main
A forested area with a fire pit and wooden chairs.

3. 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, (380 reviews)
"Very nice and relaxing stay"
United States
Katherine Brigitte
The price is £109
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
A rustic cabin with a metal roof, a deck with Adirondack chairs, and a fire pit.

4. Outpost Inn

Outpost Inn
3.0 star property
0.4 mi from Downtown Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (339 reviews)
"Adorable and unique place to stay. Loved our quick getaway!"
United States
Olivia
The price is £144
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Outpost Inn
A spacious bar area with high ceilings and large windows, offering views of trees and a clear sky.

5. The Skyline Lodge

The Skyline Lodge
2.0 star property
1.8 mi from Downtown Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (131 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Anton
The price is £178
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
The Skyline Lodge
A covered outdoor deck with a view of mountains, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sofa.

6. Hotel Cashiers

Hotel Cashiers
3.5 star property
6.8 mi from Downtown Highlands
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (362 reviews)
"super cozy and great decor a bit close to the road but the staff was very friendly and kind upgrading us to a suite for our honeymoon"
United States
Emily
The price is £139
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Hotel Cashiers
A wooden deck with a camera on a tripod, overlooking a mountainous landscape with lush greenery.

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Cashiers Sapphire Valley

Hampton Inn & Suites Cashiers Sapphire Valley
2.5 star property
9.6 mi from Downtown Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (795 reviews)
"clean room, helpful staff"
United States
Chris
The price is £105
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites Cashiers Sapphire Valley
A modern living room with a stone fireplace, wooden flooring, and black leather furniture.

8. The Wells Hotel Cashiers

The Wells Hotel Cashiers
2.5 star property
7 mi from Downtown Highlands
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (141 reviews)
"Nice decor and comfortable beds"
United States
Robert
The price is £139
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
The Wells Hotel Cashiers
A breakfast bar with a coffee machine, a microwave, and a fruit basket.

9. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Very friendly staff."
United States
Mike
The price is £58
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Mountain Valley Inn Dillard
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a mural of a lake and mountains on the wall.

10. 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, (1,003 reviews)
"Good clean place."
United States
Tony
The price is £58
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Clarion Pointe-Dillard near Blue Ridge Mountains
A hotel lobby with a fireplace, two armchairs, a sofa, and a coffee table.

11. Quality Inn Franklin

Quality Inn Franklin
2.5 star property
12.7 mi from Downtown Highlands
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (746 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff was great, perfect for our quick get away to see our kid at WCU."
United States
Jennifer
The price is £88
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Quality Inn Franklin
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a telephone, a microwave, a television, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

12. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Friendliest staff you will find! I was in town for a month and they made it feel like home!"
United States
Renee
The price is £63
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Microtel Inn by Wyndham Franklin
A Carolina Motel sign, outdoor seating with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a pool area.

13. Carolina Motel

Carolina Motel
2.5 star property
12.8 mi from Downtown Highlands
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (708 reviews)
"Great stay with a very friendly staff. We spent 3 nights and it was a very quiet and restful atmosphere. I will stay here again for sure!"
United States
Ken
The price is £73
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Carolina Motel
A fire pit surrounded by colorful Adirondack chairs in an outdoor setting with a flagpole and a building in the background.

14. Colonial Inn Franklin

Colonial Inn Franklin
2.0 star property
12.4 mi from Downtown Highlands
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (574 reviews)
"The property was clean and comfortable. We'd stay again in the future."
United States
Larry
The price is £53
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Colonial Inn Franklin
A covered porch with white columns and a view of lush green trees.

15. 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, (332 reviews)
"Paul, the owner, is absolutely amazing. So many beautiful antiques. Breakfast was delightful. We are coming back again next year!"
United States
Richard
The price is £93
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Franklin Terrace Bed and Breakfast
A large, rustic building with a stone facade, a covered garage, and a classic car parked in front.

16. Dillard House

Dillard House
3.0 star property
12.1 mi from Downtown Highlands
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (339 reviews)
"Great breakfast and wine bar!"
United States
Destiny
The price is £130
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Dillard House
A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a patterned rug.

17. Hampton Inn Franklin

Hampton Inn Franklin
2.5 star property
12.7 mi from Downtown Highlands
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (517 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Gary
The price is £103
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Hampton Inn Franklin
A wooden interior with a fireplace, large windows, and outdoor deck.

18. Brook Trout Inn

Brook Trout Inn
3.5 star property
13.1 mi from Downtown Highlands
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (628 reviews)
"Great property! Fun weekend stay"
United States
Kerstyn M
The price is £119
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Brook Trout Inn
A two-story house with a visible number '203' on the exterior wall, a staircase leading to the upper floor, and a small porch area.

19. Bridge Creek Inn

Bridge Creek Inn
2.5 star property
16.7 mi from Downtown Highlands
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (291 reviews)
"Staff was extremely helpful, room was spacious and clean. We will stay here again."
United States
Abbey
The price is £106
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Bridge Creek Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a television.

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, (987 reviews)
"A great inexpensive place to stay."
United States
Steven
The price is £73
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Americas Best Value Inn Clayton
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Compare top hotels in Downtown Highlands

A long dining table set with plates, glasses, and cutlery, flanked by wooden chairs.

Highlander Mountain House

3.5 star property
Downtown Highlands
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A hotel with a stone facade, large windows, and a well-maintained garden.

The Park On Main

2.0 star property
Downtown Highlands
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A forested area with a fire pit and wooden chairs.

Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

4.0 star property
0.3 mi from Downtown Highlands
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A rustic cabin with a metal roof, a deck with Adirondack chairs, and a fire pit.

Outpost Inn

3.0 star property
0.4 mi from Downtown Highlands
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A spacious bar area with high ceilings and large windows, offering views of trees and a clear sky.

The Skyline Lodge

2.0 star property
1.8 mi from Downtown Highlands
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8.6
Excellent
310 reviews
9.6
Exceptional
47 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
380 reviews
8.8
Excellent
339 reviews
8.8
Excellent
131 reviews
The price is £123
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
The price is £226
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The price is £109
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
The price is £144
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The price is £178
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
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  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • No WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking

Hotels recommended for families in Downtown Highlands

A hotel with a stone facade, large windows, and a well-maintained garden.

The Park On Main

The Park On Main
2.0 star property
Downtown Highlands
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (47)
The price is £226
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Park On Main

Where to stay in Downtown Highlands

Find the best Downtown Highlands areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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 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 Cullasaja River Gorge.

A multi-tiered waterfall surrounded by dense green foliage.

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 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

Quality Inn Franklin

Quality Inn Franklin

10/10 Excellent
"Breakfast was actually decent"
Jasmine 2-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Quality Inn Franklin

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. Another good option for your stay in the neighbourhood is The Park On Main.
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.