Title: Visit Ashford: 2026 Travel Guide for Ashford, Marion | Expedia.com [Hotels in Ashford](https://expedia.com/Ashford-Hotels.d553248635975847878.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Ashford](https://expedia.com/Ashford-Vacation-Rentals.d553248635975847878.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Car Rentals in Ashford](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Ashford.d553248635975847878.Car-Rental-Guide)[Ashford Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Ashford.d553248635975847878.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Ashford, NC ## Travel Guide ## Visit Ashford Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. 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(808 reviews) Everything was great this was our 4th stay over 4 years and we can’t wait to come back again Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F28%2F2026&selected=7401998&PinnedHotelID=7401998&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975847878) [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F28%2F2026&selected=7401998&PinnedHotelID=7401998&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975847878) ![Comfort Inn & Suites Morganton South](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/700000/692700/692687/e98b9ab6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Comfort Inn & Suites Morganton South 1273 Burkmount Ave Morganton NC $101 nightly $114 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Morganton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 8/10 Very Good! (571 reviews) Sheets clean, air worked, towels yellow. Hotel needs updating, breakfast could be a little better in choice. Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F29%2F2026&endDate=3%2F30%2F2026&selected=692687&PinnedHotelID=692687&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975847878) ![The Pineola](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66470000/66467900/66467839/fd59ad93_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Pineola 3085 Linville Falls Hwy Newland NC $101 nightly $114 total Mar 19 - Mar 20 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this lodge in Newland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 meeting rooms. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (505 reviews) My rating should be a 4.5\. Everything was fine but a few minor glitches. 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(808 reviews) Everything was great this was our 4th stay over 4 years and we can’t wait to come back again Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Boone-Hotels-The-Highlands-At-Sugar-By-Capital-Vacations.h7401998.Hotel-Information) ![Springmaid Mountain](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6350000/6341300/6341214/9a63a0aa_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Springmaid Mountain 2171 Henredeon Road Spruce Pine NC Stay at this cabin in Spruce Pine. Enjoy free parking, meeting facilities, and a picnic area. Popular attractions The Orchard at Altapass and Woodys Chair Shop ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (116 reviews) Everything was clean and ready for us. Was a cold week but still nice and warm with the gas logs. Kitchen was supplied with utensils and cooking equipment. Enjoyed our stay. We will be back. Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Marion-Hotels-Springmaid-Mountain.h6341214.Hotel-Information) ![Amazing Whimsical Mtn Cabin! 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Discover the mountain views and breweries in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Linville-Gorge-Wilderness-Area-Marion.d553248621532657182.Vacation-Attraction) ![It's amazing.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532657104/300838cb-4c48-4355-9b2e-670aa9ad7ad0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Linville Caverns 4.5/5(115 reviews) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Linville Caverns during your travels in Marion. Discover the area's mountain views and seek out the hiking trails. [](https://expedia.com/Linville-Caverns-Marion.d553248621532657104.Vacation-Attraction) ![The McDowell County Courthouse in Welch, West Virginia. 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[](https://expedia.com/Lucky-Strike-Gold-And-Gem-Mine-Marion.d553248621532657103.Vacation-Attraction) #### Mission Hospital McDowell Though Mission Hospital McDowell might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Marion while you are here. [](https://expedia.com/Mission-Hospital-McDowell-Marion.d624553540044697600.Vacation-Attraction) #### Buck Creek Trout Farm You can take time to visit Buck Creek Trout Farm during your travels to Marion. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area. 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