Highlands, NC

Travel Guide

A mountainous landscape with dense forests, a valley, and distant mountains under a cloudy sky.
A calm river with a waterfall, surrounded by dense forest and houses on the opposite bank.
Mountain cabin balcony breakfast above the clouds. Cozy wooden terrace with table and chairs overlooks misty valley and distant mountains, creating a peaceful sunrise retreat atmosphere.
A beach with a calm sea, distant mountains, and a cloudy sky.
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Where to stay in Highlands

Find the best Highlands areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A town nestled in a valley with a lake, surrounded by mountains.

Downtown Highlands

While there might not be top attractions in Downtown Highlands, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Highlands Playhouse and Bridal Veil Falls.

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 Bridal Veil Falls and Dry Falls.

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 Highlands Playhouse.

A multi-tiered waterfall surrounded by dense green foliage.

Highlands Falls

Highlands Falls might not have many top sights, but Whiteside Mountain and Highlands Playhouse 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.

Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

4 out of 5
96 Log Cabin Lane Highlands NC
The price is AED 691 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
AED 691
AED 758 total
31 Aug - 1 Sep
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Highlands. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (344 reviews)
"The only other thing we would have appreciated would have been a breakfast, even if optionally priced."

Reviewed on 29 August 2026

Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Highlander Mountain House

Highlander Mountain House

3.5 out of 5
270 Main Street Highlands NC
The price is AED 716 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
AED 716
AED 786 total
2 Sep - 3 Sep
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this inn in Highlands. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (297 reviews)
"Great/stay staff took care of room . Right in town! Clean"

Reviewed on 30 August 2026

Highlander Mountain House
The Skyline Lodge

The Skyline Lodge

2 out of 5
470 Skyline Lodge Road Highlands NC
The price is AED 912 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
AED 912
AED 1,001 total
1 Sep - 2 Sep
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Highlands. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a conference center. Popular attractions Bridal Veil Falls and Cliffside ...
The Skyline Lodge
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Tripps Cabin- Quaint cabin a mile from downtown Highlands!

Tripps Cabin- Quaint cabin a mile from downtown Highlands!

Highlands NC
Stay at this cabin in Highlands. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts and Cullasaja ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
"Cute cabin, a little rustic but close to town and easy to get to."

Reviewed on 10 August 2026

Tripps Cabin- Quaint cabin a mile from downtown Highlands!
One bedroom cabin in Highlands, NC on a creek close to everything!

One bedroom cabin in Highlands, NC on a creek close to everything!

Highlands NC
Stay at this cabin in Highlands. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Houston Knob and Cullasaja Falls are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (46 reviews)
"Creekside, secluded, yet close to adventures and sights. We were very happy and comfortable here. So the driveway is steep, and care is needed, but our full size pickup had no problem. You will love the enclosed porch, with the cool stillness and soothing sound of the creek, when having coffee, or ..."

Reviewed on 8 August 2026

One bedroom cabin in Highlands, NC on a creek close to everything!
HIGH SPEED FIBER OPTIC WIFI; Tranquil Treehouse on 2.5 Acres; Affordable Luxury

HIGH SPEED FIBER OPTIC WIFI; Tranquil Treehouse on 2.5 Acres; Affordable Luxury

Highlands NC
Stay at this vacation home in Highlands. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Old Edwards Club and Whiteside Mountain are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (332 reviews)
"We had a very nice stay, very clean"

Reviewed on 14 August 2026

HIGH SPEED FIBER OPTIC WIFI; Tranquil Treehouse on 2.5 Acres; Affordable Luxury
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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.

Stay near popular Highlands attractions

A waterfall cascading over a rocky cliff surrounded by dense foliage.
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Dry Falls

9.6/10 (129 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Dry Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Highlands. Discover the area's entertainment venues, or seek out its hiking trails.
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