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Our top choices for Highlands motels

Property grounds

1. Carolina Motel

Carolina Motel
2.5 star property
Franklin
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (684 reviews)
"Convenient location & easy parking"
United States
Susan
The price is £73
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Carolina Motel
The Outland Skyhaus | Mountain view

2. Hotel Cashiers

Hotel Cashiers
3.5 star property
Cashiers
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (335 reviews)
"This place was absolutely beautiful not a single bad thing to say about it."
United States
kenzie
The price is £132
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Hotel Cashiers
Reception

3. The Wells Hotel Cashiers

The Wells Hotel Cashiers
2.5 star property
Cashiers
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 £149
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
The Wells Hotel Cashiers
Fireplace

4. Colonial Inn Franklin

Colonial Inn Franklin
2.0 star property
Franklin
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (547 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
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Colonial Inn Franklin
Reception

5. Sapphire Inn

Sapphire Inn
2.0 star property
Franklin
7.2 out of 10, Good, (334 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 £54
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Sapphire Inn
Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

6. Days Inn by Wyndham Clayton

Days Inn by Wyndham Clayton
2.0 star property
Clayton
6.8 out of 10, (911 reviews)
"My family and I have stayed at this location 3 times as this is an excellent "base camp" to enjoy the local mountain scenery. Each time has been better than the last. Our family appreciated the proximity to local shopping. Our rooms were clean as were the rest of the facilities. We have stayed in winter, early spring and the latest was in the summer and the kids really enjoyed the pool."
United States
Noah
The price is £56
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham Clayton
Suite, 1 King Bed | Iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

7. Americas Best Value Inn Clayton

Americas Best Value Inn Clayton
2.0 star property
Clayton
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (960 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 £73
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Americas Best Value Inn Clayton
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

8. Economy Inn Sylva

Economy Inn Sylva
2.5 star property
Sylva
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (175 reviews)
"Very clean quaint property. Would stay again."
United States
Richard
The price is £68
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Economy Inn Sylva
Standard Apartment, Ensuite (Upstairs Apartment ) | Interior

9. The Sunset Motel

The Sunset Motel
2.0 star property
Brevard
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (589 reviews)
"Very nice motel with cool history and vibes"
United States
James
The price is £90
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
The Sunset Motel
Property grounds

10. Two Rivers Lodge

Two Rivers Lodge
2.0 star property
Bryson City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (153 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Yamil
The price is £61
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Two Rivers Lodge
Free continental breakfast

11. Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park
2.0 star property
Downtown Cherokee
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (946 reviews)
"Very clean, helpful and friendly staff, perfect location, reasonably priced"
United States
Charlene
The price is £53
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park
Exterior

12. Chatuge Mountain Inn

Chatuge Mountain Inn
2.0 star property
Hayesville
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (353 reviews)
"I had stayed here before and knew it was a bare bones place to stay. This time our room smelled of cigarette smell. There was a hole in the ceiling in the bathroom. The bed was okay but there were stains on the carpet."
United States
Vivian
The price is £70
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Chatuge Mountain Inn
Luxury Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | Living area | TV

13. Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino

Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino
2.0 star property
Whittier
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"We stay here several times per year and love it! Close to the casino and some rooms are right on the river. Beautiful hidden gem."
United States
Michelle
The price is £51
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino
Property grounds

14. Drama Inn

Drama Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown Cherokee
7.2 out of 10, Good, (405 reviews)
"Super nice staff and a great place to stay right on the river... have already planned another stay in the coming months!"
United States
Misty
The price is £76
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Drama Inn
Pool

15. Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino

Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino
2.0 star property
Cherokee
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Our stay at the Day’s Inn was pleasant the room was very clean and smelled nice upon popping the door staff was vey helpful. "
United States
Debra
The price is £57
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino
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Top Highlands Hotel Reviews

Nestle Inn -2 night min. luxury industrial farmhouse style. Close to Main St.

Nestle Inn -2 night min. luxury industrial farmhouse style. Close to Main St.

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful property with everything you need at hand to enjoy a great mountain vacation. Close to town. Super happy they allowed us to bring our four legged child. We rarely travel without him."
Danielle B. 7-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Nestle Inn -2 night min. luxury industrial farmhouse style. Close to Main St.

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Highlands Motels information

Number of reviews
6,482
Accommodation
6 Motels
Lowest Price
£51
Highest Price
£149

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Highlands?
If you're having difficulty finding a motel in Highlands, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let Expedia help you find something similar from more than 539 hotels and other accommodation options. Just use our search tools to filter by price per night or cost-saving amenities such as free parking and free airport transport.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
At many motels, you'll often find free parking and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel property, you'll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. The first motels popped up in the 1920s as convenient lodging for the weary traveller driving along America's major roadways.
What are the best motels in Highlands?
Here are some of Expedia customers' favourite motels to book in the larger area. 200 Main: Stay within a short 10-minute drive of Chattahoochee National Forest. Enjoy access to the fitness centre, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino: Free WiFi, free parking and a terrace are available during your stay. Central Highlands is 29 mi (46.7 km) away. Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino: Enjoy access to the RV/bus/truck parking (subject to charges), and freebies including breakfast, WiFi and self-parking. Located 29.3 mi (47.1 km) from the heart of Highlands. Days Inn by Wyndham Clayton: Central Highlands is 16.6 mi (26.7 km) away. A seasonal outdoor pool along with freebies such as breakfast, WiFi and self-parking are available during your stay. Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park: 30.1 mi (48.5 km) from the heart of Highlands. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi and self-parking.
What things can I to do in Highlands?
People visiting Highlands like its mountain landscape and waterfalls. As you're sightseeing around the area, make sure that you enjoy all there is to see and do. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Bridal Veil Falls, Dry Falls and Whiteside Mountain. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Cashiers Farmers Market, Andy's Trout Farm and Ruby City Gems & Minerals. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Chattooga River, Nantahala National Forest and Chattahoochee National Forest.
What's the weather like in Highlands?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Highlands to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 4°C. Average annual precipitation for Highlands is 1737 mm.
What are my options for getting around Highlands while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Highlands to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Asheville Regional Airport (AVL), which is located 45.6 mi (73.4 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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