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Our top choices for Highlands motels

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, (139 reviews)
"Nice decor and comfortable beds"
United States
Robert
$182 nightly
The price is $206
Nov 16 - Nov 17
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, (355 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Susan
$165 nightly
The price is $186
Nov 11 - Nov 12
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, (701 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
$89 nightly
The price is $98
Nov 1 - Nov 2
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, (567 reviews)
"Love the rocking chairs outside the room."
United States
Jill
$67 nightly
The price is $74
Nov 22 - Nov 23
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, (342 reviews)
"Great and affordable stay!"
United States
Natasha
$79 nightly
The price is $89
Oct 25 - Oct 26
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, (946 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, (975 reviews)
"Not flashy but solid."
United States
Jeffrey
$80 nightly
The price is $98
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, (189 reviews)
"Convenient location"
United States
Laquan
$86 nightly
The price is $97
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Economy Inn Sylva
A room with a large window, a bed, a chair, and an air conditioning unit.

9. Two Rivers Lodge

Two Rivers Lodge
2.0 star property
Bryson City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (171 reviews)
"The property was clean and staff was friendly. The rooms were dated but well maintained. I would stay here again."
United States
Avalee
$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, (971 reviews)
"Clean room and breakfast perfect for what we needed"
United States
Kontent
$61 nightly
The price is $70
Nov 17 - Nov 18
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 25 - Oct 26
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, (372 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, (420 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 25 - Oct 26
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, (1,001 reviews)
"Love the convenience of across the street from casino"
United States
James
$67 nightly
The price is $77
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Days Inn by Wyndham Cherokee Near Casino
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Top Highlands Hotel Reviews

The Skyline Lodge

The Skyline Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Always a pleasure staying here, nice rooms and a huge plus to have the Oak Restaurant on-site! A big shout out to the great bartenders! All the staff was amazing! I highly recommend this place, we will be back for our third time here!"
William 5-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Skyline Lodge

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Highlands Motels information

Number of reviews
5,636
Accommodation
6 Motels
Lowest Price
$70
Highest Price
$206

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Is it better to stay in a Highlands motel or hotel?
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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