Title: Murphy Travel Guide: Best of Murphy, North Carolina Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Murphy](https://expedia.co.uk/Murphy-Hotels.d8683.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Murphy](https://expedia.co.uk/Murphy-Holiday-Rentals.d8683.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Murphy Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Murphy.d8683.Car-Hire-Guide)[Murphy Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Murphy.d8683.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Murphy Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Murphy](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/9c979ca930054f026ddc95e1237541cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Murphy](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/abaf27884b5dd7fb053349ab358ae8c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Photo by Wanderer/Wonderer](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f569ddcd943d18e9e88dd1897b7beda5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Wanderer/Wonderer](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f569ddcd943d18e9e88dd1897b7beda5.jpg) ![Photo by Kat Davidson](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/89abc5486a512fc69db504b342620a39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Kat Davidson](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/89abc5486a512fc69db504b342620a39.jpg) ![Photo by Doug Omedeo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/b9664fa88676c3e882f075f3589000d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Doug Omedeo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/b9664fa88676c3e882f075f3589000d8.jpg) ## Visit Murphy Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Murphy ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Tarheel While Tarheel may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hiwassee River and Murphy Trussel. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Murphy-Tarheel.dx553248635976471264) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Upper Peachtree You might consider checking out Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel while you're exploring Upper Peachtree and the larger Murphy area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Murphy-Upper-Peachtree.dx553248635976481231) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Indian Rock Springs If you're spending some time in Indian Rock Springs, Nantahala National Forest is a top sight worth visiting. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Murphy-Indian-Rock-Springs.dx553248635976473360) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/5e33938ba240495db5794d191a041242.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Murphy While Downtown Murphy isn't home to many top sights, Hiwassee River and Valley River Arts are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Murphy-Downtown-Murphy.dx946151996466270208) - Top hotels in Murphy - Top Holiday Rentals in Murphy ![Harrah's Cherokee Valley River – A Caesars Rewards Destination](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13330000/13321100/13321053/806c28cd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Harrah's Cherokee Valley River – A Caesars Rewards Destination 777 Casino Parkway Murphy NC £76 21 Jan - 22 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Murphy. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,052 reviews) Everything thing was cool BUT the racism we experienced from the manager at the restaurant downstairs in the lobby as soon as u walked in. I understand it’s a casino and ID verification is required. No problem there. The problem was after THREE people came to check my ID at 3 different times within ... Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F01%2F2026&endDate=22%2F01%2F2026&selected=13321053&PinnedHotelID=13321053&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=8683) ![Pet friendly 2br/2ba cabin with hot tub on Rushing Trout Stream!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99700000/99694900/99694856/2864b3e2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pet friendly 2br/2ba cabin with hot tub on Rushing Trout Stream! Murphy NC Stay at this cabin in Murphy. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Owl Creek and Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews) Beautiful cabin on the creek! Had everything you needed and more. Communication with the host was amazing. Loved how everything was labeled and instructions were clear. Almost felt like I was in my own home. The only drawback to our stay was the mattress could use an update. Definitely plan on coming ... Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F01%2F2026&endDate=30%2F01%2F2026&selected=99694856&PinnedHotelID=99694856&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=8683) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F01%2F2026&endDate=30%2F01%2F2026&selected=99694856&PinnedHotelID=99694856&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=8683) ![Godin's Get A Way, Creekside cabin, Relax in Murphy, NC. Close to everywhere!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105590000/105581600/105581577/1170b09e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Godin's Get A Way, Creekside cabin, Relax in Murphy, NC. Close to everywhere! Murphy NC £173 21 Jan - 22 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this cabin in Murphy. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Cherokee Heritage Museum and Gallery and Fire Creek Falls ... 10/10 Exceptional! (39 reviews) Second time at this cabin. It was absolutely wonderful. Best hosts we have ever encountered and we stay a lot at VRBOs. Thank you again! We will be back. Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F01%2F2026&endDate=22%2F01%2F2026&selected=105581577&PinnedHotelID=105581577&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=8683) [See all 478 properties in Murphy](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=17%2F01%2F2026®ionId=8683) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Majestic mountain view, Luxury Home, Total seclusion-Privacy, Hot Tub, Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33495800/33495772/462f0116_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Majestic mountain view, Luxury Home, Total seclusion-Privacy, Hot Tub, Fireplace Murphy NC Stay at this cabin in Murphy. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a garden. Popular attractions Cherokee Heritage Museum and Gallery and Harrah's Cherokee ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (286 reviews) My friends and I were blown away with by this cabin. It was clean, well-kept, and very spacious. The property was hidden and tucked away in the woods, which gave an aspect of privacy and seclusion, which was really enjoyed. The cabin also offers an amazing view and plenty of entertainment options ... Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Murphy-Hotels-EAGLES-NEST-HIDEAWAY-TOTAL-SECLUSION-PRIVACY.h33495772.Hotel-Information) ![Pet friendly 2br/2ba cabin with hot tub on Rushing Trout Stream!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99700000/99694900/99694856/2864b3e2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pet friendly 2br/2ba cabin with hot tub on Rushing Trout Stream! Murphy NC Stay at this cabin in Murphy. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Owl Creek and Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews) Beautiful cabin on the creek! Had everything you needed and more. Communication with the host was amazing. Loved how everything was labeled and instructions were clear. Almost felt like I was in my own home. The only drawback to our stay was the mattress could use an update. Definitely plan on coming ... Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Murphy-Hotels-Pet-Friendly-2br2ba-Cabin-With-Hot-Tub-On-Rushing-Trout-Stream.h99694856.Hotel-Information) ![RiverFront, WI-FI /Cell, Pet Friendly, Folk School](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33499500/33499406/4a87d448_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### RiverFront, WI-FI /Cell, Pet Friendly, Folk School Murphy NC Stay at this cabin in Murphy. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and tennis courts. Popular attractions Clay's Corner and Koneheta Park are located nearby. 9.8/10 Exceptional! (269 reviews) The location , the sound of the river , the deer eating in the back yard. The house was warm and cozy. The host was the best. We will be coming back. 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