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Our top choices for Downtown Highlands hotels

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1. Highlander Mountain House

Highlander Mountain House
3.5 star property
Downtown Highlands
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (306 reviews)
"Very charming hotel in a beautiful location in downtown Highlands."
United States
Chris
The price is AED 716
AED 786 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep
Highlander Mountain House
Exterior

2. The Park On Main

The Park On Main
2.0 star property
Downtown Highlands
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (45 reviews)
"Wonderful property right on Main Street! Spacious rooms, friendly staff, easy parking, great local made pastries with breakfast and access to coffee/drinks in the lobby. Overall a lovely place and will be back!"
United States
Morgan
The price is AED 1,293
AED 1,419 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
The Park On Main
Property amenity

3. Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
4.0 star property
0.5 km from Downtown Highlands
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (353 reviews)
"Worked well for our visit to the mountains."
United States
David
The price is AED 768
AED 843 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Front of property

4. Outpost Inn

Outpost Inn
3.0 star property
0.7 km from Downtown Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (330 reviews)
"Great stay! Spacious and charming room."
United States
Erin
The price is AED 410
AED 489 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Outpost Inn
Dinner and brunch served

5. The Skyline Lodge

The Skyline Lodge
2.0 star property
2.9 km from Downtown Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (123 reviews)
"Great atmosphere. Perfect getaway"
United States
Candice
The price is AED 912
AED 1,001 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
The Skyline Lodge
The Outland Skyhaus | Mountain view

6. Hotel Cashiers

Hotel Cashiers
3.5 star property
11 km from Downtown Highlands
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (345 reviews)
"Cute non institutional hotel and great location."
United States
DENNIS
The price is AED 604
AED 683 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep
Hotel Cashiers
Reception

7. The Wells Hotel Cashiers

The Wells Hotel Cashiers
2.5 star property
11.2 km from Downtown Highlands
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (137 reviews)
"A lovely relaxing stay close to everything"
United States
Jan
The price is AED 780
AED 882 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
The Wells Hotel Cashiers
Property amenity

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Cashiers Sapphire Valley

Hampton Inn & Suites Cashiers Sapphire Valley
2.5 star property
15.5 km from Downtown Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (779 reviews)
"Excellent stay, clean room, very nice staff, beautiful location"
United States
Robert
The price is AED 496
AED 561 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites Cashiers Sapphire Valley
Property grounds

9. Carolina Motel

Carolina Motel
2.5 star property
20.6 km from Downtown Highlands
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (695 reviews)
"Wonderful 2 day getaway. The town of Franklin was like walking back in time -friendly, good eating and all in all a great experience"
United States
Clarence
The price is AED 257
AED 282 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Carolina Motel
Lobby

10. Quality Inn Franklin

Quality Inn Franklin
2.5 star property
20.5 km from Downtown Highlands
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (731 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff was great, perfect for our quick get away to see our kid at WCU."
United States
Jennifer
The price is AED 404
AED 456 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Quality Inn Franklin
Front of property

11. Dillard House

Dillard House
3.0 star property
19.4 km from Downtown Highlands
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (297 reviews)
"Stay was great, restaurant was excellent, great location"
United States
Laura
The price is AED 590
AED 703 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Dillard House
House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior

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

Creekside Cabin: Tubing, Trails & Highlands Charm!
3.0 star property
8.3 km from Downtown Highlands
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"We loved this property and it was exactly as described. Perfect for couples or for families, lots of outdoor space and a creek to play in. The owner and property manager were very kind and responsive. Highly recommend!"
United States
Lora
The price is AED 599
AED 1,471 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Creekside Cabin: Tubing, Trails & Highlands Charm!
Fireplace

13. Colonial Inn Franklin

Colonial Inn Franklin
2.0 star property
20 km from Downtown Highlands
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (559 reviews)
"Convenient location for hiking in the area and comfortable bed. I felt safe and parking was easy. It’s also pet friendly and I stayed with a dog."
United States
Kylie
The price is AED 250
AED 274 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sep - 26 Sep
Colonial Inn Franklin
Lobby

14. Microtel Inn by Wyndham Franklin

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Franklin
2.0 star property
21.2 km from Downtown Highlands
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"If you’re looking for a clean minimalist place within walking distance of food entertainment and adventure this is the perfect place. We were able to get great room rate of $55 per night and this was an exceptional deal for the above stated situation."
United States
Victor
The price is AED 294
AED 331 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Microtel Inn by Wyndham Franklin
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

15. Clarion Pointe-Dillard near Blue Ridge Mountains

Clarion Pointe-Dillard near Blue Ridge Mountains
2.5 star property
18.4 km from Downtown Highlands
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Good clean place."
United States
Tony
The price is AED 251
AED 331 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Clarion Pointe-Dillard near Blue Ridge Mountains
Free daily continental breakfast

16. Mountain Valley Inn Dillard

Mountain Valley Inn Dillard
2.0 star property
18.8 km from Downtown Highlands
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"This was the cutest little motel. Bananas were too ripe and the rooms need some updating and maintenance. Otherwise I'd stay there again. It was the hub of everywhere I wanted to go at a reasonable price."
United States
Lesley
The price is AED 218
AED 271 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Mountain Valley Inn Dillard
Miscellaneous

17. Franklin Terrace Bed and Breakfast

Franklin Terrace Bed and Breakfast
3.0 star property
22.3 km from Downtown Highlands
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (313 reviews)
"The breakfasts were fantastic! The added use of the upstairs porch added to our stay. The porch was a great place to enjoy the cool breeze, read to each other and play games. We stayed an extra night to enjoy the inn and surrounding area."
United States
Doris
The price is AED 397
AED 448 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Franklin Terrace Bed and Breakfast
Reception

18. Hampton Inn Franklin

Hampton Inn Franklin
2.5 star property
20.4 km from Downtown Highlands
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (504 reviews)
"excellent place with friendly staff"
United States
Habtom
The price is AED 539
AED 608 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hampton Inn Franklin
Fireplace

19. Brook Trout Inn

Brook Trout Inn
3.5 star property
21.2 km from Downtown Highlands
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (613 reviews)
"Such a great place to stay"
United States
Michael
The price is AED 642
AED 718 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Brook Trout Inn
Reception

20. Americas Best Value Inn Franklin

Americas Best Value Inn Franklin
2.5 star property
21.7 km from Downtown Highlands
6.8 out of 10, (276 reviews)
"It was clean and it was cheap. All I need from a hotel. I will stay there again."
United States
page
The price is AED 265
AED 299 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sep - 26 Sep
Americas Best Value Inn Franklin
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Where to stay in Downtown Highlands

Find the best Downtown Highlands areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A calm lake reflecting autumn trees and a clear sky.

Mirror Lake

While there might not be top attractions in Mirror Lake, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts and Cullasaja River Gorge.

A mountainous landscape with dense forests and a prominent cliff on the right.

Highlands Hills

While there might not be top attractions in Highlands Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bridal Veil Falls and The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts.

A multi-tiered waterfall surrounded by dense green foliage.

Highlands Falls

Highlands Falls might not have many top sights, but Whiteside Mountain and Highlands Biological Station are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A calm river with a waterfall, surrounded by dense forest and houses on the opposite bank.

Lake Sequoyah

While Lake Sequoyah isn't home to many top sights, Bridal Veil Falls and Dry Falls are some notable places to visit nearby.

A winding road through a forest with a waterfall.

Wildwood Mountain

While Wildwood Mountain isn't home to many top sights, Old Edwards Club and Whiteside Mountain are some notable places to visit nearby.

Top Downtown Highlands Hotel Reviews

Dillard House

Dillard House

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent...As always... Beautiful views.. Fantastic New Restaurant and Bar Carlton is the Best Bartender,..Very Nice and Friendly ..Very Enjoyable Stay"
mary jo 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Dillard House

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Highlands like?
Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in Highlands's Downtown Highlands neighborhood. Consider a visit to Highlands Playhouse as part of your Downtown Highlands travel plans.
What's a favorite place to stay in Downtown Highlands?
Based on our traveler data, Highlander Mountain House is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Highlands. This inn offers a restaurant and free parking. Another good option for your stay in the neighborhood is The Park On Main.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Downtown Highlands area?
When you want to kick up your feet after a day of exploring the sights in Highlands, you can choose from 17 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Downtown Highlands.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Highlands, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals in Downtown Highlands.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Highlands?
To find more details about updating your trip to Downtown Highlands or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What is there to do around this Highlands neighborhood?
Highlands Playhouse is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Downtown Highlands. While you're out sightseeing in Highlands, be sure to visit other sights like Highlands Art Gallery or Cullasaja River Gorge.