The Best Hotels Closest to Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance in Waynesville for 2026

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A porch with a view of a lush green landscape and a mountain in the distance.

A large, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, multiple balconies, and a well-maintained lawn.

A spacious room with wooden floors, white tables, and chairs arranged for dining.

1. Balsam Mountain Inn

1.6 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Karen

AED 300

AED 340 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A wooden covered porch with benches, a staircase, and a building in the background.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofa, and a television.

A wooden interior with a table set for two and six red chairs. Large windows offer a view of a garden and a pond.

A two-story building with a brick facade, a covered porch, and a parking lot.

2. Jonathan Creek Inn

9.2 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Ryan

AED 358

AED 397 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A bathroom with a stone wall, a mirror with lights, a sink, and a coffee maker.

A river with rocks and a wooden structure on the left.

A cozy kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a ceiling fan, and decorative wall art.

3. Stony Creek Motel

9.4 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Chris

AED 334

AED 371 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A hotel entrance with a covered driveway, stone facade, and landscaped garden.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with a glass table and chairs.

A patio with a fire pit, wicker chairs, and a decorative planter.

A hotel with a pool, surrounded by well-maintained landscaping and a mountainous backdrop.

4. Best Western Smoky Mountain Inn

6.5 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

John

AED 413

AED 459 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A dining area with a wooden table set for six, surrounded by chairs, a chandelier, and a staircase.

A bedroom with a large window, a wooden headboard, and a view of a deck.

A rustic cabin with a stone foundation, surrounded by lush greenery and outdoor seating.

A kitchen with wooden beams, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a dishwasher.

5. Wildrest Hotel

9.9 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Adam

AED 244

AED 372 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A stone chapel with a pointed roof and a large circular window.

A spacious lobby with large windows, comfortable seating, a stone fireplace, and a view of a lake.

A table with breakfast items and a glass of orange juice on a balcony overlooking a lake with autumn trees and mountains in the distance.

A pathway alongside a lake with stone railings and pink roses.

6. The Terrace at Lake Junaluska

13.8 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Todd

AED 417

AED 492 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A covered porch with white columns and a railing, overlooking a lush green landscape with mountains in the distance.

A spacious living room with a large window, a fireplace, and a dining area.

A large, multi-story building with a central dome, surrounded by lush greenery and hills.

A coffee shop counter with a variety of coffee beans, a coffee machine, and a menu board.

7. Lambuth Inn at Lake Junaluska

14.1 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Lynda

AED 372

AED 413 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A balcony with white chairs, a view of a green landscape with trees and a building, and a clear blue sky.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a window with curtains, and a view of the outdoors.

A kitchen with a refrigerator, cabinets, and a countertop with various items.

A dining area with a large window, a flat-screen TV, and a red carpet.

8. Econo Lodge Waynesville

10.5 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Daniel

AED 291

AED 324 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a fireplace, and a stone accent wall.

A long, narrow hallway with large windows on one side, allowing natural light to enter.

A hotel with a central entrance, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a stone wall, a reception desk, and a patterned curtain.

9. Comfort Inn Sylva - Cullowhee

14.2 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Eugene

AED 395

AED 446 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A motel with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a fire extinguisher.

A covered outdoor seating area with chairs, a fire pit, and string lights.

A motel with a row of rooms, a parking lot, and a mountain backdrop.

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a desk, and a window with curtains.

10. Laurel Park Inn

10.1 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Amber

AED 202

AED 224 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A deck with outdoor seating overlooking a river, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with balconies.

A river with a stone pathway and a building with a balcony overlooking the river.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, metal railings, and a view of the outside through large windows.

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a desk, and a painting on the wall.

11. Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

18.2 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Margaret

AED 377

AED 425 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A view through a window of a wooded area with a stone wall and a grassy field.

A building with a sign reading "Five Star Inn" and an American flag.

A porch with two rocking chairs and a potted plant, overlooking a street with a red car parked in front of a building with a sign.

A kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, and a small refrigerator.

12. Five Star Inn

8.3 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Tracy Renee

AED 287

AED 319 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A stone fire pit with a roaring fire in the center, surrounded by a grassy area.

A wooden playhouse with a ladder, a swing set, and a small pink chair in a landscaped area with a picnic table and a tire swing.

A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bed with a blue patterned bedspread, two bedside lamps, and a framed picture on the wall.

A motel with a parking lot, outdoor seating, and a mountain backdrop.

13. A Holiday Motel

8.6 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Joel

AED 274

AED 304 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered seating area, surrounded by trees and a fence.

A reception area with a granite counter, a plant, and a snack shelf.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel with a covered outdoor area, an American flag, and a sign for Best Western Mountainbrook Inn.

14. Best Western Mountainbrook Inn

8.9 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Bobbie

AED 278

AED 308 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A wooden cabin with a porch, a small garden, and a view of a forested area.

A cozy log cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a television.

A bar with multiple screens displaying sports events, a counter with bar tools, and several black bar stools.

A restaurant interior with wooden tables and black chairs, a bar area, and multiple TVs on the walls.

15. Smoky Falls Lodge

8.4 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Benjamin

AED 185

AED 205 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A riverside gazebo with picnic tables and benches, surrounded by a forested area.

A rustic cabin with a porch and chairs overlooking a flowing stream in a forested area.

A swimming pool with a no diving sign, surrounded by a fence, with lounge chairs and a yellow umbrella.

A teepee in a park with a playground and a building in the background.

16. Route 19 Inn

9.9 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Patricia

AED 478

AED 531 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a door.

A rectangular swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a wooden fence.

A two-story motel with a balcony on the ground floor, a parking area in front, and a forested hill in the background.

A hotel room with a desk, a black office chair, a television on a cabinet, and a lamp.

17. Travelowe's Motel

8.5 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Dorothy

AED 216

AED 239 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, comfortable seating, a fireplace, and an American flag.

A modern hotel with a patio area featuring outdoor seating and a fire pit.

A reception area with a large mural, a reception desk, and a tiled floor.

A spacious hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchen in the background.

18. Clarion Pointe Sylva near Cherokee Area

11 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Traci

AED 340

AED 385 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a glass ceiling, tiled floor, and seating area.

A glass-enclosed pool area with lounge chairs, a diving board, and a view of the outside.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a blue sofa set, a small table, and a cart with a laptop.

19. Comfort Inn near Great Smoky Mountain National Park

8.6 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Megan

AED 247

AED 274 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs and a fire pit, a building with a sign, and a clear sky.

A modern dining area with high tables, orange chairs, and blue patterned booths.

A hotel with a covered entrance, columns, and a sign for Hyatt Express Suites.

A modern reception area with a reception desk, a seating area with yellow chairs, and a view of the dining area in the background.

20. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG

17.5 km from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Candace

AED 422

AED 477 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Balsam Mountain Inn	9.2 Wonderful 126 reviews	View
Jonathan Creek Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
Stony Creek Motel	9.8 Exceptional 7 reviews	View
Best Western Smoky Mountain Inn	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Wildrest Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 70 reviews	View

Top Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance Hotel Reviews

Grandview Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Service was great and welcoming,"

Quaint cabin with privacy and views

10/10 Excellent

"Cute and cozy! Very secluded cabin nestled in the trees with beautiful views of the mountains. Very clean, comfortable and welcoming. The host was super friendly and very communicative, making sure we had everything we needed. Comfortable bed, great porch,and plenty of hot water! Would definitely stay here again if we are ever in the area."

Smoky Falls Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay at Shady Falls was excellent in all ways. Highly recommend."

Jonathan Creek Inn

8/10 Good

"Room was clean and spacious. Beds were comfortable. Staff was friendly and helpful. Coffee and tea were provided in the mornings from 8-10, it would have been nice to have it longer or throughout the day. I was usually up well before 8 and it would have been nice to sit outside with my coffee. The best feature is the outside decks with a porch swing, glider and chairs for just watching and listening to the creek. We hope to stay there again."

Crashing Creek Cabin, Hot Tub, Mountain Views & King Bed!

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was as advertised and great quiet place to stay!"

Moonlight Ridge - a wonderful little log cabin on 4 wooded acres

10/10 Excellent

"We loved our stay at the cabin! Was perfect. Our granddaughter was able to come over from WCU and have dinner on 3 nights. We had a wonderful get away! Will come back!"

Wish You Were Here | Pet-Friendly Waynesville Mountain Home

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful"

Fire Pit, Hot Tub and Amazing Views!

10/10 Excellent

"Enjoyed our stay! Cabin was clean and had everything we needed. Check in and check out instructions were nicely communicated. Would highly recommend."

Rushing Creek Retreat, Serene Cabin with Great Views!

10/10 Excellent

"We really enjoyed our stay for our 16th wedding anniversary. It was very peaceful sitting and listening to the stream from the porch above. The entrance was a little tight getting into the cabin but was nice once you got in and turned around if you’re in a suv or smaller. The bedroom closer to bathroom on lower level felt like it had a bit of moisture and sheets felt a bit moist. The other room felt fine so we slept in there with no issues. The decor was very nice and cozy and the porch had plenty of space to relax. We really enjoyed our stay at the rustic cabin retreat."

Other attractions near Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

A mountainous landscape with autumn foliage.

Waterrock Knob

8.4/10 (31 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Waterrock Knob and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Sylva. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in this family-friendly area.

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A building with a large garage door, a parked motorcycle with a sidecar, and another motorcycle in the background.

Wheels Through Time Museum

9.2/10 (237 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Wheels Through Time Museum during your travels in Maggie Valley. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

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Barber Orchard Fruitstand

8.6/10 (21 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Barber Orchard Fruitstand during your trip to Waynesville. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its golf courses.

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Hazelwood Soap Company

You can find out about the history of Waynesville with a trip to Hazelwood Soap Company. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Folkmoot Friendship Center

After visiting Folkmoot Friendship Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Waynesville. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Stompin' Ground

7.8/10 (51 reviews)

You can enjoy the entertainment at Stompin' Ground during your travels to Maggie Valley. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area, or seek out the golf courses.

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Maggie Valley Festival Grounds

8.8/10 (150 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Maggie Valley Festival Grounds during your stay in Maggie Valley. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

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Maggie Valley Opry House

7.2/10 (35 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Maggie Valley Opry House during your trip to Maggie Valley. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area, or enjoy its golf courses.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance?

Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance is located in Waynesville. This scenic area is known for its array of dining options and golfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 10 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance?

Balsam Mountain Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.6 km) from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance. Other good options within a few miles include Lover's Lookout is a treetop retreat / perfect for a romantic escape. and Best Western Smoky Mountain Inn.

How many hotels will I find close to Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance?

Expedia has 10 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance.

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Our top choices for Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance hotels

1. Balsam Mountain Inn

2. Jonathan Creek Inn

3. Stony Creek Motel

4. Best Western Smoky Mountain Inn

5. Wildrest Hotel

6. The Terrace at Lake Junaluska

7. Lambuth Inn at Lake Junaluska

8. Econo Lodge Waynesville

9. Comfort Inn Sylva - Cullowhee

10. Laurel Park Inn

11. Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

12. Five Star Inn

13. A Holiday Motel

14. Best Western Mountainbrook Inn

15. Smoky Falls Lodge

16. Route 19 Inn

17. Travelowe's Motel

18. Clarion Pointe Sylva near Cherokee Area

19. Comfort Inn near Great Smoky Mountain National Park

20. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG

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Top Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance Hotel Reviews

Grandview Lodge

Quaint cabin with privacy and views

Smoky Falls Lodge

Jonathan Creek Inn

Crashing Creek Cabin, Hot Tub, Mountain Views & King Bed!

Moonlight Ridge - a wonderful little log cabin on 4 wooded acres

Wish You Were Here | Pet-Friendly Waynesville Mountain Home

Fire Pit, Hot Tub and Amazing Views!

Rushing Creek Retreat, Serene Cabin with Great Views!

Other attractions near Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

Waterrock Knob

Wheels Through Time Museum

Barber Orchard Fruitstand

Hazelwood Soap Company

Folkmoot Friendship Center

Stompin' Ground

Maggie Valley Festival Grounds

Maggie Valley Opry House

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