Mountain Springs Travel Guide
Waynesville
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Popular places to visit
Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
Learn about the events happening in Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center during your trip to Waynesville. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Cataloochee Valley
Spot elk and visit historic buildings while camping, driving and hiking in the tranquil countryside of the Great Smoky Mountains.
Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance
Explore the great outdoors at Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance, a lovely green space in Waynesville. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area or enjoy its golf courses.
Lake Junaluska Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Waynesville at Lake Junaluska Golf Course. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Queen's Farm Stables
Meet the animals who live at Queen's Farm Stables during your travels in Waynesville. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area or seek out the golf courses.
LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography
You can spend time exploring the galleries in LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography during your trip to Waynesville. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or seek out the golf courses.
Things to do
Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle
Great Smoky & Shenandoah National Park Driving Audio Tour
Top hotels in Mountain Springs
Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination
"I went to Harris‘s to see Jeff Dunham perform. Just the one night Friday night room rates are nearly $500 a night. The room was definitely outdated and dirty, even though it was convenient to stay there for the show for future shows at the casino, I will not be staying there"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
"My husband and I were celebrating our anniversary and decided to stay here. OMG!! The staff there is TOP TIER! Best customer service I have EVER had in a hotel setting! The lobby is beautifully decorated and clean as a whistle! The moment we checked in we knew we made the right choice! The room was ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Cherokee Grand Hotel
"Rooms were comfortable. Located in downtown but noise wasn’t a problem. Friendly greeting when we arrived. Food was good."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
"Property is conveniently located and the rooms have some good river views."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
"Everything was better than we expected!!! Very happy with our choice of the Stonebrook over other options in the area! You will be too!"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Clarion Pointe Cherokee
"Nice quiet location, close to the town and casino. But the hotel needed help, the elevator didn't work, the breakfast was Bare Bones, room acceptable. BED was very comfortable...average place but I would stay there again because the bed and pillows were the best rest I've had in any hotel."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mountain Springs
White Diamond Estates
While White Diamond Estates may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cataloochee Ski Area and Cataloochee Valley.
Hemphill Heights
While there might not be top attractions in Hemphill Heights, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cataloochee Ski Area and Wheels Through Time Museum.
Settlers Ridge
While Settlers Ridge may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cataloochee Ski Area and Maggie Valley Festival Grounds.
Maple Springs
Check out nearby sights like Queen's Farm Stables while you're spending some time in Maple Springs and the surrounding area.
Countryside Acres
While Countryside Acres may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Wheels Through Time Museum.
Glens of Ironduff
Queen's Farm Stables is one noteworthy place to stop while you're exploring Glens of Ironduff and the surrounding area.