The Best Hotels Closest to Western Carolina University in Cullowhee - 2026 Updated Prices

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A deck with outdoor seating overlooking a river, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with balconies.

A river with a stone pathway and a building with a balcony overlooking the river.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and modern furniture.

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a desk, and a painting on the wall.

1. Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

5.9 mi from Western Carolina University

Ginny

£90

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A micro hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a sign indicating it is by Wyndham.

A hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and a TV.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, and a dining area with chairs and tables.

A reception area with a reception desk, a large window with curtains, and a sign for 'MICROTEL INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM'.

2. Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Sylva Dillsboro Area

6.5 mi from Western Carolina University

Joyce

£79

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a fireplace, and a stone accent wall.

A hotel with a central entrance, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

A long, narrow hallway with large windows on one side, allowing natural light to enter.

A modern bar area with a stone wall, a flat-screen TV, and bar stools.

3. Comfort Inn Sylva - Cullowhee

3.7 mi from Western Carolina University

Eugene

£89

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern bedroom with a large bed, dark wall paneling, two bedside tables, and a window with a view.

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and two bedside tables with lamps.

A two-story motel with outdoor seating on the balconies, surrounded by greenery and hills.

A compact living space with a TV, a dining table, a chair, a small refrigerator, and a wardrobe with a hanging rack.

4. Hotel Sylva

5.2 mi from Western Carolina University

Nicholas

£115

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A spacious lobby with a stone wall, a fireplace, an American flag, a sofa, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

A hotel room with a television on a black cabinet, a red patterned sofa, a lamp, and a door.

A lobby with a stone wall, a reception desk, a flag, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

5. Cherokee Grand Hotel

13.2 mi from Western Carolina University

Barbara

£65

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

An outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs and a fire pit, a building with a sign, and a clear sky.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a white interior, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A hotel with a covered entrance, columns, and a sign for Hyatt Express Suites.

A modern dining area with high tables, orange chairs, and blue patterned booths.

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG

6.5 mi from Western Carolina University

Tyana

£106

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a patterned rug.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a lamp.

A reception area with a stone wall, wooden cabinets, a marble counter, framed photographs, a welcome sign, and a lamp.

A spacious hotel lobby with a bar area, multiple seating options, and a fireplace.

7. Hampton Inn Franklin

13.2 mi from Western Carolina University

Habtom

£125

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, comfortable seating, a fireplace, and an American flag.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a wall mural of a sunset.

A reception area with a large mural, a reception desk, and a tiled floor.

A spacious hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchen in the background.

8. Clarion Pointe Sylva near Cherokee Area

5.6 mi from Western Carolina University

Roberto

£79

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A window with a view of a tree and a pathway.

A train station with a covered waiting area and a small building in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a desk with a chair, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a window with curtains.

A sign for Economy Inn with a white car parked in front.

9. Economy Inn Sylva

5.3 mi from Western Carolina University

Laquan

£73

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A hot tub with a wooden deck and a TV mounted on the wall.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and wooden flooring.

A rustic log cabin with a metal roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained garden.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black refrigerator, and a small TV on a counter. There are two bar stools and a plant on the counter.

10. Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino

13 mi from Western Carolina University

Juanita

£48

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A spacious lobby with a beige sofa, a coffee machine, and a stone accent wall.

A spacious living area with a round coffee table, beige armchairs, and a modern ceiling light.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern dining area with a long table and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a large window providing natural light.

11. Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee

12.9 mi from Western Carolina University

Jose

£85

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a television mounted on the wall.

A brick building with a covered porch, a garage door, and a small garden area with potted plants.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a sofa, a dining table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

12. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cherokee

13 mi from Western Carolina University

Indranil

£58

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a sign indicating 'Welcome to the hotel', and a building with a green roof in the background.

A reception area with a reception desk, a seating area with tables and chairs, and a view of the parking lot through the glass doors.

A building with a brick entrance and a parking lot.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand with a lamp, and a door.

13. Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino

12.9 mi from Western Carolina University

Jacob

£58

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A circular bar area with multiple seating arrangements and a central DJ booth.

A poolside bar area with seating and a view of the pool.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a large chandelier, and a Starbucks sign in the background.

A large indoor swimming pool with a high ceiling and large windows.

14. Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination

13 mi from Western Carolina University

Richard

£75

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A reception area with a wooden counter, a potted plant, and a view of parked cars outside.

A compact kitchen with a white refrigerator, a stove, and a microwave.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a mirror.

15. Sapphire Inn

13.8 mi from Western Carolina University

James

£67

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A gym with treadmills, a stationary bike, and a rowing machine.

A breakfast bar with a variety of food options including cereal, fruit, yogurt, eggs, and milk.

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a brick facade.

16. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG

13 mi from Western Carolina University

Monica

£81

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A reception desk with a clock, a framed certificate, and a small Christmas tree in the background.

A compact kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A parking lot with several cars, a motel with a red roof, and a gazebo.

A gazebo with a red roof and beige walls, located in front of a building with a red roof and beige walls.

17. Americas Best Value Inn Franklin

13.3 mi from Western Carolina University

page

£62

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A wooden deck with a railing, wooden chairs with cushions, and a view of a forested area.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a sink.

A rural landscape with a large tree, a fenced path, and solar panels.

A rustic cabin with a porch, surrounded by trees and a gravel driveway.

18. Riverfront Cabin w/ Mtn Views in Tuckasegee!

5 mi from Western Carolina University

Bobbie

£344

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A two-story building with a sign reading 'Jarrett House' and a flag.

An outdoor patio with multiple tables and chairs, string lights, and potted plants.

A bedroom with two beds, a chandelier, a painting, and a mirror.

A table set for dining with a white tablecloth, clear glassware, and a centerpiece with flowers and candles.

19. Jarrett House

5.9 mi from Western Carolina University

£92

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Western Carolina University

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites	9.2 Wonderful 1,006 reviews	View
Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Sylva Dillsboro Area	8.2 Very good 1,004 reviews	View
Comfort Inn Sylva - Cullowhee	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Hotel Sylva	9.6 Exceptional 242 reviews	View
Cherokee Grand Hotel	8.6 Excellent 1,289 reviews	View

Top Western Carolina University Hotel Reviews

Cozy Mountain Chalet with views, private setting! Near WCU and Castle Ladyhawke

10/10 Excellent

"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would go back!"

Whisper Of Himalaya

10/10 Excellent

"Every aspect of the rental is as explained online. Cute, cozy little mountain house perfect for a quick business trip or weekend getaway. Listening to the night sounds and morning bird songs were so nice. If you’re a light sleeper, I suggest bringing a fan or noise machine."

Pet Friendly Riverfront Home near WCU! Trout fishing near Cullowhee & Smoky Mtns

10/10 Excellent

"We loved this home and our 2 night stay. It is close to my son at grad school and I will definitely return. I’m thrilled I found my place to stay when I visit him. Comfy, clean, great porch, and the little touches made it an exceptional find. Thanks for the coffee, snacks, and toiletries."

Along the River Cottage

8/10 Good

"nice location."

Cozy Cabin Overlooking Tuckaseegee River Sylva, NC 28779

8/10 Good

"Nice cabin. cofortable, roomy"

Near WCU~Fire Pit~Hot Tub~Game Room~River Front!

10/10 Excellent

"House was spacious and clean. Host was very easy to communicate with. Location was great. House was perfectly set up for a family vacation in the mountains."

Cozy Forest Tiny Cabin | Family Traditions Farm

8/10 Good

"Cool tiny house. Peaceful area with the stream running right outside the property. Easy check in and out"

Spacious, Light Filled Apt. - Nestled along the Tuckasegee River, 2 Mi. from WCU

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing place! Great location to relax by the beautiful river! It was just what we needed while visiting WCU for college moving day ! It’s our 2nd stay and we could 100% stay here again . Very close to restaurants in Sylva, and Franklin. CVS, Walgreens, Walmart, Ingles Markets and more places available for you nearby. The host was very accommodating and responded to communication very quickly. Thanks!"

Tower on the Tuck: Entire home on the Tuckaseegee River near WCU -Riverfront

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful and clean home with simple and fresh design! The neighborhood is the best in the area. We enjoyed our time here!"

Other attractions near Western Carolina University

Liston B. Ramsey Regional Activity Center

10.0/10 (5 reviews)

Catch an event at Liston B. Ramsey Regional Activity Center during your trip to Cullowhee. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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Judaculla Rock

8.8/10 (5 reviews)

Find out about the history of Cullowhee with a stop at Judaculla Rock. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

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Poteet Memorial Park

8.2/10 (13 reviews)

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Poteet Memorial Park, a lovely green space in Sylva. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in this quaint area.

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Jackson County Historic Courthouse

Find out about the history of Sylva when you take a trip to Jackson County Historic Courthouse. Discover the area's mountain views and restaurants.

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Hawkins Knob

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Hawkins Knob during your travels in Cullowhee. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Western Carolina University?

Western Carolina University is located in a welcoming area of Cullowhee known for its magnificent mountain views and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 14 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Western Carolina University?

Comfort Inn Sylva - Cullowhee is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located 3.7 mi (6 km) from Western Carolina University. Another good option is 100 Acre Reserve | River Access, Endless Adventure, located 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Western Carolina University?

Expedia has 14 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Western Carolina University.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Western Carolina University, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Western Carolina University.

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Our top choices for Western Carolina University hotels

1. Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

2. Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Sylva Dillsboro Area

3. Comfort Inn Sylva - Cullowhee

4. Hotel Sylva

5. Cherokee Grand Hotel

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG

7. Hampton Inn Franklin

8. Clarion Pointe Sylva near Cherokee Area

9. Economy Inn Sylva

10. Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino

11. Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Cherokee

12. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cherokee

13. Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino

14. Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination

15. Sapphire Inn

16. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG

17. Americas Best Value Inn Franklin

18. Riverfront Cabin w/ Mtn Views in Tuckasegee!

19. Jarrett House

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Top Western Carolina University Hotel Reviews

Cozy Mountain Chalet with views, private setting! Near WCU and Castle Ladyhawke

Whisper Of Himalaya

Pet Friendly Riverfront Home near WCU! Trout fishing near Cullowhee & Smoky Mtns

Along the River Cottage

Cozy Cabin Overlooking Tuckaseegee River Sylva, NC 28779

Near WCU~Fire Pit~Hot Tub~Game Room~River Front!

Cozy Forest Tiny Cabin | Family Traditions Farm

Spacious, Light Filled Apt. - Nestled along the Tuckasegee River, 2 Mi. from WCU

Tower on the Tuck: Entire home on the Tuckaseegee River near WCU -Riverfront

Other attractions near Western Carolina University

Liston B. Ramsey Regional Activity Center

Judaculla Rock

Poteet Memorial Park

Jackson County Historic Courthouse

Hawkins Knob

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