Waynesville Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Charlotte showing a house, forests and tranquil scenes
Charlotte featuring forest scenes and a river or creek
Cataloochee Valley featuring a park and a house
Charlotte featuring forest scenes and a house
Cataloochee Valley showing a house and a garden

Where to stay in Waynesville

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Downtown Waynesville

Though Downtown Waynesville may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Queen's Farm Stables.

Downtown Waynesville
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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.

Hemphill Heights
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Apple Creek Acres

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Apple Creek Acres and surrounding area, you can visit Queen's Farm Stables and Wheels Through Time Museum.

Apple Creek Acres
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Hazelwood

When in Hazelwood, you can plan a visit to Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Hazelwood
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Mountain Springs

While there might not be top attractions in Mountain Springs, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cataloochee Ski Area and Maggie Valley Festival Grounds.

Mountain Springs
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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.

Settlers Ridge
Econo Lodge Waynesville

Econo Lodge Waynesville

2 out of 5
232 Phillips Rd, Waynesville, NC
The price is £67 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
£67
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Waynesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (641 reviews)
Nice place!
"Very clean, comfortable and good breakfast."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Econo Lodge Waynesville
Best Western Smoky Mountain Inn

Best Western Smoky Mountain Inn

2.5 out of 5
130 Shiloh Trl, Waynesville, NC
The price is £86 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£86
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Waynesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (959 reviews)
"Staff was great but property was very noisy and access (drive) was not good. Mud everywhere. Room was very clean and price was fair."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Best Western Smoky Mountain Inn
Days Inn by Wyndham Waynesville NC

Days Inn by Wyndham Waynesville NC

2 out of 5
79 Liner Cove Rd, Waynesville, NC
The price is £68 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
£68
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Waynesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.4/10 Good! (775 reviews)
"Nice location in Waynesville. Very accessible from major road. Room was confy, but not spectacular. Breakfast was practically nonexistent, coffee, some cereal, a waffle machine, and "fresh" fruit consisting of bruised apples and brown oranges. Pool was open only if you asked. Okay place, but truly ..."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Waynesville NC
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Your Smoky Mountain Cabin suite…In the heart of the Smokies. Dog friendly!

Your Smoky Mountain Cabin suite…In the heart of the Smokies. Dog friendly!

Waynesville, NC
Stay at this cabin in Waynesville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and patios. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Haywood County ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (120 reviews)
"One of the most beautiful rental locations I’ve stayed at. Everything about the apartment was stunning and the hosts were very friendly and welcoming."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Your Smoky Mountain Cabin suite…In the heart of the Smokies. Dog friendly!
Cozy, Quiet and Private, Giant Jacuzzi Tub, 25 minutes to Asheville & Cherokee

Cozy, Quiet and Private, Giant Jacuzzi Tub, 25 minutes to Asheville & Cherokee

Waynesville, NC
Stay at this apartment in Waynesville. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Cataloochee Ski Area and Queen's Farm Stables are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
Questions about stay
"We only had 2 washclothes and I sent a message with no response. Also I have lost a bracelet and wonder if I left it there. It is an Easter bracelet with lots of pastel colors and a cross charm.."

Reviewed on 6 Jun 2025

Cozy, Quiet and Private, Giant Jacuzzi Tub, 25 minutes to Asheville & Cherokee
1920s Cottage- Walk to Downtown Waynesville and Hazelwood Village. Pet-Friendly!

1920s Cottage- Walk to Downtown Waynesville and Hazelwood Village. Pet-Friendly!

Waynesville, NC
Stay at this holiday home in Waynesville. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffee maker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Folkmoot Friendship Center ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (43 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable place to stay for the weekend! Will return if back in the area."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

1920s Cottage- Walk to Downtown Waynesville and Hazelwood Village. Pet-Friendly!
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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.

Popular places to visit

Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center

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.

Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
Charlotte featuring a river or creek and forests

Cataloochee Valley

Spot elk and visit historic buildings while camping, driving and hiking in the tranquil countryside of the Great Smoky Mountains.

Cataloochee Valley

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.

Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

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.

Lake Junaluska Golf Course

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.

Queen's Farm Stables

Waynesville Recreation Center

Take the family on an outing to Waynesville Recreation Center during your trip to Waynesville. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the golf courses.

Waynesville Recreation Center

Things to do

Clingmans Dome Self-Guided Walking Tour

Clingmans Dome Self-Guided Walking Tour

£7
per traveller
Clingmans Dome Self-Guided Walking Tour
Blue Ridge Parkway Bundle

Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle

£18
per traveller
Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle
Upper Pigeon River Whitewater Rafting

Upper Pigeon River Whitewater Rafting

£44
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Upper Pigeon River Whitewater Rafting
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Cities near Waynesville

Gatlinburg showing forests and a small town or village

Gatlinburg

Sylva

Sylva

Lake Junaluska

Lake Junaluska