Highlands, NC

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A mountainous landscape with dense forests, a valley, and distant mountains under a cloudy sky.
A calm river with a waterfall, surrounded by dense forest and houses on the opposite bank.
Mountain cabin balcony breakfast above the clouds. Cozy wooden terrace with table and chairs overlooks misty valley and distant mountains, creating a peaceful sunrise retreat atmosphere.
A beach with a calm sea, distant mountains, and a cloudy sky.
Two people sitting on red chairs facing each other with a mountainous landscape in the background.

Where to stay in Highlands

Find the best Highlands areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Highlands
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Downtown Highlands

While there might not be top attractions in Downtown Highlands, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Highlands Playhouse and Bridal Veil Falls.

Mirror Lake

While there might not be top attractions in Mirror Lake, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bridal Veil Falls and Dry Falls.

Highlands Hills

While there might not be top attractions in Highlands Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bridal Veil Falls and Highlands Playhouse.

Highlands Falls

Highlands Falls might not have many top sights, but Whiteside Mountain and Highlands Playhouse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Lake Sequoyah

While Lake Sequoyah isn't home to many top sights, Bridal Veil Falls and Dry Falls are some notable places to visit nearby.

Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

4 out of 5
96 Log Cabin Lane Highlands NC
$188 nightly
The price is $206 total per night from Aug 30 to Aug 31
$206 total
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Highlands. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (339 reviews)
"Air conditioning was noisy. Not enough hooks in bathroom."

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2026

Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Highlander Mountain House

Highlander Mountain House

3.5 out of 5
270 Main Street Highlands NC
$195 nightly
The price is $214 total per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
$214 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this inn in Highlands. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
Highlander Mountain House
Outpost Inn

Outpost Inn

3 out of 5
790 North 4th St Highlands NC
$139 nightly
The price is $153 total per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
$153 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this boutique guesthouse in Highlands. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Outpost Inn
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.
Tripps Cabin- Quaint cabin a mile from downtown Highlands!

Tripps Cabin- Quaint cabin a mile from downtown Highlands!

Highlands NC
Stay at this cabin in Highlands. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts and Cullasaja ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
"Cute cabin, a little rustic but close to town and easy to get to."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2026

Tripps Cabin- Quaint cabin a mile from downtown Highlands!
Mirror Lake Red Door Guest House-On Mirror Lake and 1.2 Miles from Main Street!

Mirror Lake Red Door Guest House-On Mirror Lake and 1.2 Miles from Main Street!

Highlands NC
Stay at this vacation home in Highlands. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions The Bascom Center for the Visual ...
9/10 Wonderful! (116 reviews)
"The rental was nice and as advertised. It is in a quiet location with frontage on Mirror Lake, not far from town. The kitchen was fully stocked, and the bed was very comfortable. Perfect for two people."

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2026

Mirror Lake Red Door Guest House-On Mirror Lake and 1.2 Miles from Main Street!
HIGH SPEED FIBER OPTIC WIFI; Tranquil Treehouse on 2.5 Acres; Affordable Luxury

HIGH SPEED FIBER OPTIC WIFI; Tranquil Treehouse on 2.5 Acres; Affordable Luxury

Highlands NC
Stay at this vacation home in Highlands. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Old Edwards Club and Whiteside Mountain are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (332 reviews)
"We had a very nice stay, very clean"

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2026

HIGH SPEED FIBER OPTIC WIFI; Tranquil Treehouse on 2.5 Acres; Affordable Luxury
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.

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