A mountainous landscape with dense forests, a valley, and distant mountains under a cloudy sky.

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A modern living room with a stone fireplace, wooden flooring, and black leather furniture.

1. The Wells Hotel Cashiers

The Wells Hotel Cashiers
2.5 star property
Cashiers
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (138 reviews)
"A lovely relaxing stay close to everything"
United States
Jan
$188 nightly
The price is $213
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Total with taxes and fees
The Wells Hotel Cashiers
A covered outdoor deck with a view of mountains, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sofa.

2. Hotel Cashiers

Hotel Cashiers
3.5 star property
Cashiers
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (352 reviews)
"Cute non institutional hotel and great location."
United States
DENNIS
$175 nightly
The price is $198
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Cashiers
A Carolina Motel sign, outdoor seating with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a pool area.

3. Carolina Motel

Carolina Motel
2.5 star property
Franklin
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (700 reviews)
"Great stay with a very friendly staff. We spent 3 nights and it was a very quiet and restful atmosphere. I will stay here again for sure!"
United States
Ken
$99 nightly
The price is $109
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Carolina Motel
A fire pit surrounded by colorful Adirondack chairs in an outdoor setting with a flagpole and a building in the background.

4. Colonial Inn Franklin

Colonial Inn Franklin
2.0 star property
Franklin
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (565 reviews)
"Love the rocking chairs outside the room."
United States
Jill
$73 nightly
The price is $80
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Total with taxes and fees
Colonial Inn Franklin
A reception area with a wooden counter, a potted plant, and a view of parked cars outside.

5. Sapphire Inn

Sapphire Inn
2.0 star property
Franklin
7.2 out of 10, Good, (340 reviews)
"Really enjoyed our stay. Frenchie was very helpful, friendly, and a pleasure to converse with. Rooms are clean, staff are polite and friendly. We will stay there again when we come back to Franklin."
United States
James
$79 nightly
The price is $89
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Sapphire Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

6. Days Inn by Wyndham Clayton

Days Inn by Wyndham Clayton
2.0 star property
Clayton
7.0 out of 10, Good, (945 reviews)
"It was close to my ultimate destination, and reasonably priced."
United States
Thomas
$72 nightly
The price is $89
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Days Inn by Wyndham Clayton
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a sofa.

7. Americas Best Value Inn Clayton

Americas Best Value Inn Clayton
2.0 star property
Clayton
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (972 reviews)
"Not flashy but solid."
United States
Jeffrey
$68 nightly
The price is $84
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Americas Best Value Inn Clayton
A window with a view of a tree and a pathway.

8. Economy Inn Sylva

Economy Inn Sylva
2.5 star property
Sylva
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (188 reviews)
"Convenient location"
United States
Laquan
$86 nightly
The price is $97
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Economy Inn Sylva
A serene park with a picnic area and a river.

9. Two Rivers Lodge

Two Rivers Lodge
2.0 star property
Bryson City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (167 reviews)
"2nd time staying at Two Rivers. Quiet and well maintained. Great place to stay close to the Smoky Mountain National Park."
United States
Ruth
$63 nightly
The price is $71
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Two Rivers Lodge
A cozy dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a brick wall, and a fireplace.

10. Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park

Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park
2.0 star property
Downtown Cherokee
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (967 reviews)
"Clean room and breakfast perfect for what we needed"
United States
Kontent
$61 nightly
The price is $70
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Total with taxes and fees
Econo Lodge Cherokee Near Island Park
A hot tub with a wooden deck and a TV mounted on the wall.

11. Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino

Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino
2.0 star property
Whittier
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean, close to casino, good parking, comfortable bed, close to Waffle House."
United States
Joseph
$68 nightly
The price is $77
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino
A covered walkway with stone pillars, a row of chairs, and a parked car.

12. Chatuge Mountain Inn

Chatuge Mountain Inn
2.0 star property
Hayesville
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (370 reviews)
"It is in need of an update...mattress, sink, tub, paint, pictures."
United States
Laura
$81 nightly
The price is $89
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Chatuge Mountain Inn
A view of a river from a wooden deck with a railing.

13. Drama Inn

Drama Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown Cherokee
7.0 out of 10, Good, (418 reviews)
"Super nice staff and a great place to stay right on the river... have already planned another stay in the coming months!"
United States
Misty
$89 nightly
The price is $102
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Drama Inn
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a sign indicating 'Welcome to the hotel', and a building with a green roof in the background.

14. Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino

Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino
2.0 star property
Cherokee
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room and helpful staff"
United States
tina
$67 nightly
The price is $77
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino
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Top Highlands Hotel Reviews

Outpost Inn

Outpost Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Had a wonderful stay at the Outpost inn! Room was very clean and adorable. Everything was amazing"
Lindsay 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Outpost Inn

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Highlands Motels information

Number of reviews
4,815
Accommodation
6 Motels
Lowest Price
$70
Highest Price
$213

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Motels and Hotels have different perks. When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find free parking and an outdoor pool. Staying overnight at a motel, can be handy when requiring easy road access. You'll often have access to your room from outside, and directly from the parking lot. Hotels generally have room access from inside the building. Motels are also often less expensive than hotels. The word "motel" was coined in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California.

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