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A large, rustic building with a stone facade, a covered garage, and a classic car parked in front.
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, wooden ceiling beams, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A dining area with large windows, wooden tables, and chairs.
A stone-walled dining area with a menu board, wooden ceiling, and a view through a window.

1. Dillard House

Dillard House
Dillard
United States
Destiny
$168 nightly
$200 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Dillard House
An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams and large windows.
A lakeside cabin with docked boats, surrounded by trees.
A wooden bridge leading to a gazebo in a park with a pond and trees.
A sign for Sapphire Valley Resort, indicating it is a vacation ownership resort.

2. Fairway Forest by Coolvacay

Fairway Forest by Coolvacay
Sapphire
United States
Matthew
Fairway Forest by Coolvacay
A rustic cabin with a metal roof, a deck with Adirondack chairs, and a fire pit.
A rustic cabin with a sloped metal roof, large windows, and a brick pathway leading to the entrance.
A cozy room with a fireplace, a bed, a small table, and a chair.
Room

3. Outpost Inn

Outpost Inn
Highlands
United States
Erin
$250 nightly
$275 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Total with taxes and fees
Outpost Inn
A covered porch with white columns and a view of lush green trees.
A dining area with round tables, wooden chairs, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.
A covered porch with wicker furniture, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.
A covered porch with white wicker chairs, a dining table, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

4. Franklin Terrace Bed and Breakfast

Franklin Terrace Bed and Breakfast
Franklin
United States
Tim
$102 nightly
$115 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Franklin Terrace Bed and Breakfast
A stone staircase leading to a house with a stone chimney and a small glass door.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by autumn trees and a lake view.
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and ornate chandeliers.
A lakeside lodge with outdoor seating and string lights.

5. Greystone Inn

Greystone Inn
Lake Toxaway
United States
Scott
$359 nightly
$401 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Greystone Inn
A person pouring a drink into two glasses on a wooden table.
A modern living room with a fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and a large window.
A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a window providing natural light.
A covered outdoor deck with a view of mountains, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sofa.

6. Hotel Cashiers

Hotel Cashiers
Cashiers
United States
Susan
$165 nightly
$186 total
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Cashiers
A teal building with a sign reading "H.M.H." and outdoor seating with umbrellas.
A rustic living room with a stone fireplace, leather armchairs, a patterned sofa, and antler decorations.
A long dining table set with plates, glasses, and cutlery, flanked by wooden chairs.
A bar area with wooden paneling, a counter with stools, and a view of the outdoors through windows.

7. Highlander Mountain House

Highlander Mountain House
Downtown Highlands
United States
Chris
$189 nightly
$207 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Highlander Mountain House
A wooden interior with a fireplace, large windows, and outdoor deck.
A cozy room with a stone fireplace, two wooden rocking chairs, and a large deer painting on the wall.
A lodge with a wooden exterior, a balcony, and a staircase leading to the upper level.
A rustic wooden dining area with a large table and chairs, large windows with a forest view, and a fireplace.

8. Brook Trout Inn

Brook Trout Inn
Sapphire
United States
Michael
$146 nightly
$164 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Total with taxes and fees
Brook Trout Inn
A wooden dock extending into a calm lake, surrounded by trees and a building in the background.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a green sofa, a wooden ceiling fan, and a large painting on the wall.
A lakeside lodge with multiple buildings, a dock, and dense forest in the background.
A wooden pier leading to a dock with benches, surrounded by a forest and a lake.

9. Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley

Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley
Sapphire
United States
JOANDRY M
Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley
A modern house with a deck, a fire pit, and a grill.
A green house with a wooden deck, a table with glass vases, and a sliding glass door.
A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a blanket, a rug, and framed leaf artwork on the wall.
A bathroom with a white sink, a black faucet, a round mirror, and a toilet.

10. Highlands Houses For Rent

Highlands Houses For Rent
Highlands
United States
Laurie
Highlands Houses For Rent
A cozy cabin interior with wooden walls, a gray sofa, a green armchair, and a ceiling fan.
A modern kitchen with a gas stove, microwave, and dark cabinetry.
A rustic cabin with a wooden deck and a staircase leading to a second-story balcony.
A rustic cabin interior with a dining area, a green sofa, and a mounted deer head.

11. Creekside Cabin: Tubing, Trails & Highlands Charm!

Creekside Cabin: Tubing, Trails & Highlands Charm!
Highlands
United States
Lora
$365 nightly
$400 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Creekside Cabin: Tubing, Trails & Highlands Charm!
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, a large leather sofa, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island.
A spacious living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area in the background.
A spacious living area with a large sectional sofa, a stone fireplace, and a dining area with a chandelier.

12. Sky Valley Home w/ Mtn View, 5 Mi to Rabun Bald!

Sky Valley Home w/ Mtn View, 5 Mi to Rabun Bald!
Dillard
United States
Carolyn
Sky Valley Home w/ Mtn View, 5 Mi to Rabun Bald!
A wooden deck with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a stone fireplace.
A wooden cabin with a porch, surrounded by trees.
Interior
Interior

13. Mountain Resort Home w/ Views, By Sky Valley Golf!

Mountain Resort Home w/ Views, By Sky Valley Golf!
Dillard
United States
Kevin
Mountain Resort Home w/ Views, By Sky Valley Golf!
A spacious living room with leather sofas, a stone fireplace, and a mounted bull head.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large island, and pendant lighting.
A spacious kitchen with a large island, wooden flooring, and a stone fireplace.
A porch with wooden rocking chairs and a stone fireplace.

14. Trails Within 2 Miles! Highlands Nature Escape

Trails Within 2 Miles! Highlands Nature Escape
Highlands
United States
Jane
Trails Within 2 Miles! Highlands Nature Escape
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden ceiling, a television, a sofa, and a bookshelf.
A cozy cabin interior with a stone wall, wooden beams, a fireplace, and a rustic decor.
A rustic cabin with a porch, surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden deck leading to the entrance.
A wooden porch with two rocking chairs and a bench, overlooking a forested area.

15. Trail Access & Tranquil Setting: Franklin Retreat!

Trail Access & Tranquil Setting: Franklin Retreat!
Franklin
United States
Dean
Trail Access & Tranquil Setting: Franklin Retreat!
A covered porch with a wooden ceiling, green railings, and a bench.
A kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in microwave, a stove, and a window providing a view of trees.
A spacious wooden cabin with a dining area, seating, and a fireplace.
A cozy bedroom with two beds, a desk, and a window.

16. Serene Sky Valley Family Chalet w/ Fireplace

Serene Sky Valley Family Chalet w/ Fireplace
Dillard
United States
Phillip
Serene Sky Valley Family Chalet w/ Fireplace
A covered outdoor patio with seating and a barbecue area.
A cabin surrounded by dense forest, with a wooden deck and a small pond.
A wooden interior with a dining table, chairs, a chandelier, and a fireplace.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a chandelier, and a view through large windows.

17. Lake Toxaway Cabin w/ Fire Pit - 1 Mi to Marina

Lake Toxaway Cabin w/ Fire Pit - 1 Mi to Marina
Lake Toxaway
United States
John
Lake Toxaway Cabin w/ Fire Pit - 1 Mi to Marina
A spacious living room with a fireplace, large windows, a ceiling fan, and a cozy seating area.
A stone building with a large entrance and a covered porch.
A kitchen with a large refrigerator, a blender, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A spacious living room with a large sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a dining area with a chandelier.

18. Picturesque Sky Haus Sanctuary w/ Mountain Views

Picturesque Sky Haus Sanctuary w/ Mountain Views
Dillard
Picturesque Sky Haus Sanctuary w/ Mountain Views
A spacious wooden interior with a staircase, a fireplace, and a cozy seating area.
A wooden deck with a cushioned chair and a table, overlooking a forested hillside.
A cozy log cabin bedroom with a stone fireplace, wooden ceiling, and a large bed.
A wooden cabin with a central staircase, a covered porch, and a green door.

19. Panoramic Mountain Views & Decks: Franklin Cabin!

Panoramic Mountain Views & Decks: Franklin Cabin!
Franklin
Panoramic Mountain Views & Decks: Franklin Cabin!
A two-story house with a porch, surrounded by trees.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a red table with chairs.
A dining area with a wooden table, benches, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a dresser, a ceiling fan, and windows with curtains.

20. 7 Mi to Franklin: Peaceful Home w/ Deck & Yard!

7 Mi to Franklin: Peaceful Home w/ Deck & Yard!
Franklin
7 Mi to Franklin: Peaceful Home w/ Deck & Yard!
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$146 total
Nov 18 - Nov 19
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$1,487 total
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Sapphire Valley Condo w/ Pool & Lake Beach Access!

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Highlands and related destinations

Tucked in the Blue Ridge Mountains, this charming town offers scenic waterfalls and upscale shopping along Main Street. Hike to Whiteside Mountain's dramatic cliffs in the morning when local joggers have it mostly to themselves.

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Top Highlands Hotel Reviews

Outpost Inn

Outpost Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Absolutely wonderful stay! Such a vibe! Friendly and helpful staff. This quaint mountain retreat is full of thoughtful details that make it feel cozy, almost like home. You can get wine in the lobby or bring your own. They even thought to include a wine opener in your room. Having a fireplace right in our room, an amazing showerhead, K-cup coffee, snacks, drinks, and a TV made it tempting never to leave. The light breakfast available each morning and the cozy lobby hangout added to the welcoming atmosphere. But the outdoor fireplaces, cozy seating areas, and even a fireside movie under the stars made the experience even more memorable. The town was super cute too and we loved having dinner and drinks at their sister property, HmH. We loved every minute and can’t wait to come back!"
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Outpost Inn

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Three Star Hotel Guide for Highlands

There’s a reason the top 3 star hotels in Highlands, North Carolina are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in Highlands, you’ll get access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centers, and spacious rooms.

Search for a cheap deal on a 3 star upscale hotel in Highlands for the most elegant experience, or grab a low rate on one of the cheap 3 star hotels in Highlands near the local attractions, if you want something a touch more unassuming. Whatever your traveling style, make sure to use the search tools at Expedia to track down prices, read more about amenities, and score a few local discounts.

From business trips to family getaways, the Highlands 3 star hotels offer a fantastic home base for any type of vacation.

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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Highlands?
The main difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in Highlands will be the quality of service and availability of creature comforts. Three-star hotels are usually more affordable and come with the conveniences and services you need for your comfort, such as WiFi, breakfast and a gym. You can expect a bit more at a 4-star hotel — think upscale interiors, premium toiletries and extras like spa and wellness centers.
What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in Highlands?
Motels generally offer more affordable rates than hotels, which makes them perfect if you're exploring around Highlands on a budget. A popular pick for overnight stays, these roadside accommodations come with simply furnished rooms, basic services and ample parking. Book a 3-star hotel and you can expect to pay more for additional comfort, space and conveniences. Travelers can make use of things like a gym, free WiFi and meeting rooms at this style of property.

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