Highlands Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Highlands
Downtown Highlands
When in Downtown Highlands, you can plan a visit to Highlands Playhouse and Cullasaja River Gorge, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
The Skyline Lodge
"The receptionist recognized that we were senior citizens and gave us a room very close to the office and parking lot. We were pleasantly surprised by the generous size of the bedroom and enjoyed the separate area for the closet and dressing. The shower was wonderful. We enjoyed a pleasant evening ..."
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026
Outpost Inn
"Great place to stay! The staff was very friendly and helpful. The room was very nice and the bed was super comfy. We would definitely stay there again."
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026
Tripps Cabin- Quaint cabin a mile from downtown Highlands!
"Cute cabin, a little rustic but close to town and easy to get to."
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026
2 Living Areas + Fireplace: Mirror Lake Cottage!
"We love staying in this beautiful cottage. It feels like you are staying in a friend's home not a rental property."
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026
One bedroom cabin in Highlands, NC on a creek close to everything!
"Great property; hidden in the mountains for a quiet, serene setting…except for the beautiful sounds of the creek! Clean property, advertised correctly, easy check-in, and good communication with owners.It is located about 20 minutes from Highlands."
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026
