Cullowhee, NC

Travel Guide

Difficult hike. Worth the effort! Boulders 3/4 my height to navigate. I'm 5'3".  It took 1.5 hr in and 1.5 hr out. Beautiful foliage and wildlife to view! Enjoy
Difficult hike. Worth the effort! Boulders 3/4 my height to navigate. I'm 5'3".  It took 1.5 hr in and 1.5 hr out. Beautiful foliage and wildlife to view! Enjoy
Cullowhee Falls
#takeahike
Alumni Tower
Blue Ridge Pkwy

Where to stay in Cullowhee

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Summer Hill

When in Summer Hill, you can plan a visit to Lake Glenville and Old Edwards Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Summer Hill
Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination

Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination

4 out of 5
777 Casino Drive Cherokee NC
The price is AED 217 per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
AED 217
AED 389 total
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Cherokee. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,135 reviews)
Very nice hotel to

Reviewed on 4 February 2026

Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

2.5 out of 5
1636 Acquoni Rd Cherokee NC
Stay at this hotel in Cherokee. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,937 reviews)
Staff is wonderful!! Rooms are clean.

Reviewed on 2 February 2026

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

2.5 out of 5
436 Paint Town Road Cherokee NC
The price is AED 284 per night from Mar 11 to Mar 12
AED 284
AED 327 total
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cherokee. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (823 reviews)
Very clean

Reviewed on 1 February 2026

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
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.
Cozy Creek Cottages

Cozy Creek Cottages

3 out of 5
163 Moody Farm Rd Maggie Valley NC
Book a stay at this golf cottage in Maggie Valley. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Cataloochee Ski Area and Wheels Through Time ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (32 reviews)
The name is so fitting, rooms are very cozy!

Reviewed on 23 January 2026

Cozy Creek Cottages
Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley

Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley

3.5 out of 5
127 B Cherokee Trail Sapphire NC
Book a stay at this golf condo in Sapphire. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (451 reviews)
Friendly staff.

Reviewed on 12 January 2026

Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley
Appaloosa Two is Minutes away from Harrah's Casino and Downtown Cherokee.

Appaloosa Two is Minutes away from Harrah's Casino and Downtown Cherokee.

Cherokee NC
Stay at this cabin in Cherokee. Enjoy free WiFi, an in-room coffeemaker, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Harrahs Cherokee Casino and Oconaluftee ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (298 reviews)
This booking was last minute and I enjoyed it. Cabin was clean,good location,welcoming

Reviewed on 27 December 2025

Appaloosa Two is Minutes away from Harrah's Casino and Downtown Cherokee.
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 Cullowhee

3.7
Guest rating
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5 - Excellent 33%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 0%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 67%
2 - Disappointing
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1 - Terrible
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Nice quiet college town with awesome mountain views and a lot of outdoor activities close by. Also great little towns are nearby with quaint shopping and dining.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Very few dining options. Cookout restaurant was our favorite pick!