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Escape to upscale Highlands! Enjoy its mountain views, hiking, and culture.

Explore plenty to see and do in Highlands—mountain views, hiking trails, and popular sights like Lake Jocassee.

Top Hotels in Highlands

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Franklin
Microtel Inn by Wyndham Franklin
2 out of 5
81 Allman Dr, Franklin, NC
The price is $60 per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2

Situated in Franklin, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of The Factory and Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts. Franklin Golf Course and Old Cardinal ...…

3.8/5Good! (886 reviews)

"Basic room with tv WiFi no breakfast room was clean"…"

Reviewed on Oct 11, 2020

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Franklin
Fairway Forest Resort
Fairway Forest Resort
3.5 out of 5
3077 U.S. Highway 64 E, Suite A, Sapphire, NC
The price is $165 per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2

Situated in Sapphire, this golf condo resort is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Nantahala National Forest and within 3 mi (5 km) of Sapphire National Golf Club and The ...…

4/5Very Good! (93 reviews)
Great stay- The management needs to correct the check-in process

"Once we checked-in, the experience was great! But check-in was a nightmare. They do not have any check-in instructions. I had called a day earlier and the office informed that they are open until 11:00 pm. I went to the address on my booking and there was no one there. The telephone numbers listed ..."…"

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2020

Fairway Forest Resort
Hotel Cashiers
Hotel Cashiers
3.5 out of 5
45 Slab Town Road, Cashiers, NC
The price is $171 per night from Nov 29 to Nov 30

Situated in a national park, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Nantahala National Forest and The Village Green. Old Edwards Club and Whiteside Mountain ...…

4.3/5Excellent! (180 reviews)

"We enjoyed our stay at Hotel Cashier’s and will be back. Entire property and rooms were pristine. Daniel and staff very attentive. Pam"…"

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2020

Hotel Cashiers
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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.

Vacation Rentals in Highlands

Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley by Capital Vacations
Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley by Capital Vacations
3.5 out of 5
127 B Cherokee Trail, Sapphire, NC

Situated in Sapphire, this golf condo building is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Nantahala National Forest and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Sapphire National Golf Club. The Village ...…

4.4/5Wonderful! (198 reviews)
Clean

"Last minute decision turned out ok"…"

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2020

Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley by Capital Vacations
Fairway Forest Resort
Fairway Forest Resort
3.5 out of 5
3077 U.S. Highway 64 E, Suite A, Sapphire, NC
The price is $165 per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2

Situated in Sapphire, this golf condo resort is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Nantahala National Forest and within 3 mi (5 km) of Sapphire National Golf Club and The ...…

4/5Very Good! (93 reviews)
Great stay- The management needs to correct the check-in process

"Once we checked-in, the experience was great! But check-in was a nightmare. They do not have any check-in instructions. I had called a day earlier and the office informed that they are open until 11:00 pm. I went to the address on my booking and there was no one there. The telephone numbers listed ..."…"

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2020

Fairway Forest Resort
Black Bear Lodge of Sapphire
Black Bear Lodge of Sapphire
4 out of 5
19386 Rosman Hwy. (NC 64 West), Sapphire, NC
The price is $225 per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3

Situated in the mountains, this apartment building is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Nantahala National Forest and within 3 mi (5 km) of Whisper Lake and Gorges State ...…

4.9/5Exceptional! (95 reviews)

"Amazing stay. The Laurel room was clean, comfortable, and equipped with everything we needed. Friendly and responsive staff came by within minutes to fix a blown light bulb. The bed was incredibly comfortable. We loved drinking our coffee in the bathrobes each morning! Eating breakfast on the front ..."…"

Reviewed on Oct 11, 2020

Black Bear Lodge of Sapphire
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Popular places to visit in Highlands

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Dry Falls

4.5/5(62 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Dry Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Highlands. Discover the area's entertainment venues, or seek out its hiking trails.

Dry Falls
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Whitewater Falls

5/5(21 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Whitewater Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Cashiers. Wander around the forests or enjoy the area's coffeehouses.

Whitewater Falls
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Cullasaja Falls

5/5(10 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Cullasaja Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Highlands. Discover the area's waterfalls and seek out the hiking trails.

Cullasaja Falls

Top things to do in Highlands

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Guided Horseback Ride through Flame Azalea & Fern Forest

$110
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Guided Horseback Ride through Flame Azalea & Fern Forest
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Skip the Line: Museum of the Cherokee Indian Admission Ticket

$12
Per adult
Skip the Line: Museum of the Cherokee Indian Admission Ticket
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Waterfalls and Blue Ridge Parkway Hiking Tour

$99
Per adult
Waterfalls and Blue Ridge Parkway Hiking Tour
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Standing Indian Mountain Hike plus Wine Tasting

$200
Per adult
Standing Indian Mountain Hike plus Wine Tasting
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Guided Horseback Riding on the Fern Forest Trail

$61
Per adult
Guided Horseback Riding on the Fern Forest Trail
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Guided Mountain bike rides in Dupont Forest and Pisgah

$92
Per adult
Guided Mountain bike rides in Dupont Forest and Pisgah
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Reviews of Highlands

4.8

Top Destination

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

May 21, 2020

This hotel is worth the visit. We would go back in a heartbeat

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Mar 12, 2020

Our “go to” place to relax, enjoy nice meals, take a few walks and do a little shopping. If you go, visit the Cake Bar for and adult beverage and/or a piece of cake. It’s a nice way to end an evening out.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Jan 23, 2020

All of the wait staff & service people we encountered in all the various shops & restaurants were so very nice & friendly. The eccentric rich people made for some very amusing people watching.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Jan 5, 2020

It rained during our stay so we did a lot of shopping :) Next time we hope to do some hiking! There are so many waterfalls to choose from!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Nov 15, 2019

Charming town, can't wait to return.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Nov 13, 2019

I will definitely make Highlands my destination visit again in my future travels.

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