Highlands

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Sandy beach at Mellon Udrigle looking out over Gruinard Bay and the mountains around Ullapool. North West Highlands of Scotland.
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Highlands
Highlands

Where to stay in Highlands

Panoramic view at the lake and forest in a fall

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.

Mirror Lake
Aerial view of Highlands, with the downtown area and surrounding forest

Downtown Highlands

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

Downtown Highlands
Sunlight dapples the vista from the Big View Scenic Overlook along Highway 64 between Cashiers and Highlands, North Carolina in Nantahala National Forest. Whiteside Mountain is to 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 Country Club.

Highlands Hills
Breathtaking view of Studlagil basalt canyon, Iceland, Europe.

Highlands Falls

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

Highlands Falls
Lake Sequoyah and a dam in Highlands, North Carolina.

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.

Lake Sequoyah
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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.

Wildwood Mountain
Highlander Mountain House

Highlander Mountain House

3.5 out of 5
270 Main Street Highlands NC
The price is CA $225 per night from May 17 to May 18
CA $225
CA $247 total
May 17 - May 18
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! (232 reviews)
Great place to stay, loved it!

Reviewed on May 2, 2026

Highlander Mountain House
The Skyline Lodge

The Skyline Lodge

2 out of 5
470 Skyline Lodge Road Highlands NC
The price is CA $353 per night from May 31 to Jun 1
CA $353
CA $388 total
May 31 - Jun 1
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (83 reviews)
Overall, we felt like this place was cute, but overrated. It is an old property and the walls are paper thin. Not a big deal if you know it going into it, but it's like being in an old motel that has been re-done. Because it is. The restaurant staff (host and bartender) were LOVELY, but the drinks ...

Reviewed on May 1, 2026

The Skyline Lodge
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 CA $243 per night from May 19 to May 20
CA $243
CA $267 total
May 19 - May 20
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! (294 reviews)
The room was clean but just average as it relates to amenities.

Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026

Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
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.
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 Highlands Country Club and The Bascom Center for the ...
Tripps Cabin- Quaint cabin a mile from downtown Highlands!
Luxe home overlooking Blue Valley & a stream with elevator & designer interior

Luxe home overlooking Blue Valley & a stream with elevator & designer interior

Highlands NC
Stay at this vacation home in Highlands. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Glen Falls and Brushy Face are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
Wonderful stay & only a short drive to downtown Highlands.

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026

Luxe home overlooking Blue Valley & a stream with elevator & designer interior
New! The Highlands Hideaway ~ A Mile from Town ~ Spring Savings~ Sleeps 8

New! The Highlands Hideaway ~ A Mile from Town ~ Spring Savings~ Sleeps 8

Highlands NC
Stay at this vacation home in Highlands. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Cullasaja River Gorge and The Bascom Center for ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Great location and a great value. The upstairs room was a bedroom and great hangout spot for our young kids and the rooms downstairs are lovely. Will stay here again!

Reviewed on Apr 21, 2026

New! The Highlands Hideaway ~ A Mile from Town ~ Spring Savings~ Sleeps 8
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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