Waynesville, NC

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aerial nature scenery in maggie valley north carolina
Just in my backyard. From Waynesville North Carolina
Summer day stroll around Lake Junaluska in Haywood County NC #mountains
Francis Grist Mill. One of the small treasures in Western NC. Owned by a very special family, dear to my heart..They hold a couple of events each year to help them keep their mill functional. Look it up on the National Register of Historic Places.
A view of the Cataloochee Valley. This is an area in the northern-most section of The Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It is one of the best areas of the park to see elk but the drive down the mountains into the valley is a white-knuckled drive the entire way. But it is well worth it, not only for the beautiful scenery, but also because you're almost guaranteed to see elk.  #blue #smokymountains #mountains #tennessee #greatsmokymountain #nationalparks #EndlessSummer #Green

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Where to stay in Waynesville

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Fairway Hills

Fairway Hills might not have many top sights, but Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Queen's Farm Stables are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Fairway Hills
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Ivy Hills

When in Ivy Hills, you can plan a visit to Queen's Farm Stables and Lake Junaluska Golf Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ivy Hills
Downtown Waynesville North Carolina NC Drone Skyline Aerial

Downtown Waynesville

While Downtown Waynesville might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hazelwood Soap Company and Lake Junaluska Golf Course.

Downtown Waynesville
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Apple Creek Acres

When in Apple Creek Acres, you can plan a visit to Queen's Farm Stables and Wheels Through Time Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Apple Creek Acres
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Mountain Springs

When in Mountain Springs, you can plan a visit to Cataloochee Ski Area and Maggie Valley Festival Grounds, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Mountain Springs
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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
Best Western Smoky Mountain Inn

Best Western Smoky Mountain Inn

2.5 out of 5
130 Shiloh Trl Waynesville NC
$81 nightly
The price is $90 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$90 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Waynesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
There are lots of workers staying at the hotel. They were super loud until 2-3am playing music from their trucks in the parking lot which is right up against the hotel rooms and drinking out on the walkways. There are shipping containers stacked in the parking lot. The night clerk was contacted to ...

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026

Best Western Smoky Mountain Inn
Train Caboose w/ Upscale Amenities Minutes to Waynesville & Asheville

Train Caboose w/ Upscale Amenities Minutes to Waynesville & Asheville

Waynesville NC
Stay at this cottage in Waynesville. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (199 reviews)
We had a great weekend getaway. It was clean and had everything we needed.

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

Train Caboose w/ Upscale Amenities Minutes to Waynesville & Asheville
Days Inn by Wyndham Waynesville NC

Days Inn by Wyndham Waynesville NC

2 out of 5
79 Liner Cove Rd Waynesville NC
$62 nightly
The price is $69 total per night from Mar 17 to Mar 18
$69 total
Mar 17 - Mar 18
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Waynesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
Days Inn by Wyndham Waynesville NC
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.
Train Caboose w/ Upscale Amenities Minutes to Waynesville & Asheville

Train Caboose w/ Upscale Amenities Minutes to Waynesville & Asheville

Waynesville NC
Stay at this cottage in Waynesville. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (199 reviews)
We had a great weekend getaway. It was clean and had everything we needed.

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

Train Caboose w/ Upscale Amenities Minutes to Waynesville & Asheville
Cedar Cliff Cabin at Rivers Edge Rentals. Luxurious reclaimed 125 year old cabin

Cedar Cliff Cabin at Rivers Edge Rentals. Luxurious reclaimed 125 year old cabin

Waynesville NC
Stay at this vacation home in Waynesville. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Pigeon River and Lake Junaluska Golf Course ...
10/10 Exceptional! (88 reviews)
This cabin is outstanding!!! Everything about it is perfect for your getaway, including the large front porch overlooking the river and beautiful views of the mountains, along with a fire pit. The inside of the cabin is gorgeous and modern and decorated so beautifully!! We loved having the gas logs ...

Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026

Cedar Cliff Cabin at Rivers Edge Rentals. Luxurious reclaimed 125 year old cabin
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 WiFi, a garden, and patios. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Haywood County ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (142 reviews)
The place was nice. The hosts were great and very attentive.

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026

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

4.3
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
84
5 - Excellent 44%
4 - Good
81
4 - Good 43%
3 - Okay
19
3 - Okay 10%
2 - Disappointing
5
2 - Disappointing 3%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Waynesville is an awesome little mountain town. Small, but feels big in some ways. Excellent dining options and shopping, and several grocery stores. Locals know all of this, but being from out of state, I would classify it as a best-kept-secret.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Waynesville is a charming small town with nice shops (including a Mast General Store) and good restaurant choices.

5/5 - Excellent

Sharan

Beautiful mountain town. Great restaurants. peaceful

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Waynesville is our favorite small town. Artistic, quaint, friendly and not really touristy.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Lovely town with lots of hiking, shopping, great restaurants and minutes from Asheville.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great town with a variety of shops, stores, and antiques.

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